Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 4 moreCan be harsh
“Coconut Shower Gel”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium laureth sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Coumarin, Limonene + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium laureth sulfate~12–15%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateCocamidopropyl betaine~6.1–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betainePeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~2.8–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateGlycerin~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinGlyceryl glucoside~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help to restore skin barrier function and soften its upper layer
More about Glyceryl glucosideSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilSodium chloride~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePolyquaternium-7~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilStyrene/acrylates copolymer~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create an even product consistency. Can help boost efficiency of sunscreen filters
More about Styrene/acrylates copolymerCitric acid~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPeg-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate~0.6–0.85%
Peg-90 glyceryl isostearate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-90 glyceryl isostearateLaureth-2~0.4–0.65%
Sodium benzoate~0.2–0.35%
Benzyl alcohol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCoumarin~0.1–0.15%
Limonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneParfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Glycerin, Glyceryl glucoside, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Sodium chloride, Polyquaternium-7, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Styrene/acrylates copolymer, Citric acid, Peg-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate, Peg-90 glyceryl isostearate, Laureth-2, Sodium benzoate, Benzyl alcohol, Coumarin, Limonene, Parfum
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| NiveaCoconut Shower GelYOUR PRODUCT | DialBody Wash Miracle Oil Coconut | ByredoBlanche Body Wash | TopicremUltra-Moisturizing Shower Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 45% | 42% | 42% |
| Price | $5.29 | $33.92+$28.63 | $59.89+$54.60 | $13.09+$7.80 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 9 | 6 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Cocos Nucifera Oil | Octinoxate | Sodium Cocoamphoacetate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: Le Petit Marseillais Extra Gentle Bath and Shower Gel White Peach and Nectarine OrganicLa Roche-Posay Lipikar Nourishing Shower Gel
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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