Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 2 moreCan be harsh
“Foaming Bath Soak”
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?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Parfum, Hexyl cinnamal + 4 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~11–14%
- 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 betaineCaprylyl/capryl glucoside~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosideParfum~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumStyrene/acrylates copolymer~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create an even product consistency. Can help boost efficiency of sunscreen filters
More about Styrene/acrylates copolymerSodium chloride~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAcrylates copolymer~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Peg-250 distearate~0.7–1.1%
Citric acid~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidTetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateButyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juicePanthenol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSodium hydroxide~0.3–0.6%
Hydrolyzed wheat protein~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to gluten
More about Hydrolyzed wheat proteinHydrolyzed wheat starch~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.3%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.1–0.2%
Linalool~0.1–0.15%
Limonene~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneBenzyl salicylate~0.05–0.1%
Benzyl benzoate~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateCi 19140~0.01–0.05%
Ci 17200~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Parfum, Styrene/acrylates copolymer, Sodium chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates copolymer, Sodium benzoate, Peg-250 distearate, Citric acid, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Panthenol, Sodium hydroxide, Hydrolyzed wheat protein, Hydrolyzed wheat starch, Potassium sorbate, Hexyl cinnamal, Linalool, Limonene, Benzyl salicylate, Benzyl benzoate, Ci 19140, Ci 17200
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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.
| Sanctuary SpaFoaming Bath SoakYOUR PRODUCT | BaleaVanilla Coconut Shower Cream | me pureGentlmen Cleansing GEL | DelaromFace Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 26% | 25% | 25% |
| Price | — | $1.99 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Glycerin | Gluconolactone | Glycerin |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Neutrogena Rainbath Renewing Shower and Bath Gel-Pear & Green TeaNivea Deep Shower Gel
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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