SheaMoisture 100% Virgin Coconut Oil Body Wash
Works for
CleansingDecyl glucoside, Sodium lauroyl lactylate + 2 moreCleanses gently
“100% Virgin Coconut Oil Body Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-glucoside, decyl glucoside, glyceryl oleate, sodium lauroyl lactylate) 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: coco-glucoside, decyl glucoside, glyceryl oleate
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“,Smooth and hydrate skin with our multipurpose, rich and hydrating best body wash. ,Exotic Acacia Senegal mixes with a luxurious blend in this skin cleanser body wash of 100% Virgin Coconut Oil and Coconut Milk, to moisturize as it is a gentle cleanser for dry skin.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium 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~40–60%
Decyl glucoside~7.9–11.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideSodium lauroyl lactylate~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylateGlycerin~2.8–4.2%
- 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 GlycerinCoco-glucoside~2.1–3.2%
- 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-glucosideGlyceryl oleate~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateButyrospermum parkii butter~1.5–2.3%
- 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 butterCocos nucifera fruit juice~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cocos nucifera fruit extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera fruit extractCocos nucifera oil~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.45–1.1%
- 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 juiceTaraxacum officinale rhizome/root extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Taraxacum officinale rhizome/root extractAcacia senegal gum extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed rice protein~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed rice proteinCaprylhydroxamic acid~0.15–0.5%
Caprylyl glycol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolGuar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and create a nice product texture
More about Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chlorideSodium phytate~0.05–0.15%
Parfum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Decyl glucoside, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Glycerin, Coco-glucoside, Glyceryl oleate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Cocos nucifera fruit juice, Cocos nucifera fruit extract, Cocos nucifera oil, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Taraxacum officinale rhizome/root extract, Acacia senegal gum extract, Hydrolyzed rice protein, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Caprylyl glycol, Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Sodium phytate, Parfum
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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.
| SheaMoisture100% Virgin Coconut Oil Body WashYOUR PRODUCT | DucrayKelual DS Foaming Gel | CetaphilGentle Skin Cleansing Cloths | NécessaireThe Body Wash Fragrance-Free – Barrier Cleanse With Niacinamide, 5 Essential Ceramides + Hyaluronic Acid With Pump | |
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| Match | — | 32% | 32% | 32% |
| Price | $71.88 | — | $4.79−$67.09 | $42.00−$29.88 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate | Niacinamide | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
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