Works for
CleansingSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Gaiac Flower Body Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, decyl glucoside, glycereth-25 pca isostearate, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, decyl glucoside, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, LimoneneMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~11–14%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateCocamidopropyl betaine~6.1–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineParfum~3–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumDecyl glucoside~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideCoco-glucoside~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideSodium chloride~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideTrehalose~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseGlycereth-25 pca isostearate~1.1–1.4%
Citric acid~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPotassium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Disodium edta~0.55–0.85%
Butyrospermum parkii oil~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Butyrospermum parkii butter extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butter extractButyrospermum parkii butter~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterTocopherol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolPanthenol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolNiacinamide~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamidePolyquaternium-67~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-67Cyclodextrin~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of sugar that is used to support delivery of active ingredients and can enhance their penetration into the skin without disrupting the skin's barrier
More about CyclodextrinButylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolAnanas sativus fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin
More about Ananas sativus fruit extractPapain~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
More about PapainGlucose~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about Glucose1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.2%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateBromelain~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Parfum, Decyl glucoside, Coco-glucoside, Sodium chloride, Trehalose, Glycereth-25 pca isostearate, Citric acid, Potassium benzoate, Disodium edta, Butyrospermum parkii oil, Butyrospermum parkii butter extract, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Tocopherol, Panthenol, Niacinamide, Polyquaternium-67, Cyclodextrin, Butylene glycol, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Papain, Glucose, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium hyaluronate, Bromelain, Limonene
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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.
| NonfictionGaiac Flower Body WashYOUR PRODUCT | La Roche-PosayLipikar Syndet AP+ Body & Face Wash | NécessaireThe Body Wash Fragrance-Free – Barrier Cleanse With Niacinamide, 5 Essential Ceramides + Hyaluronic Acid With Pump | Medix 5.5Vitamin C + Niacinamide | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 80% | 78% | 76% |
| Price | — | $19.99 | $42.00 | $17.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 13 | 4 of 13 | 5 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Glycerin | Linoleic Acid | Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
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- 4Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
- 5Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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