The Balnea Body Company Nourishing Cherry Blossom Hand Wash
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CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 2 moreCan be harsh
“Nourishing Cherry Blossom Hand Wash”
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: Parfum, Benzophenone-3 + 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~11–13%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateSodium chloride~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCocamidopropyl betaine~4.5–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineCocamide mea~2.2–2.7%
Glycerin~1.9–2.3%
- 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 GlycerinParfum~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolysorbate 20~1.1–1.3%
Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Benzophenone-3~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Same as oxybenzone. Protects in the UVB and short UVA range. In small concentrations, used to stabilize product formulation. Can be irritating. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can penetrate the skin and get absorbed into bloodstream faster than other popular filters available in the US. The study that produced this finding did not address any potential health effects of the absorption
More about Benzophenone-3Citric 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 acidTetrasodium edta~0.45–0.7%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.45%
Propanediol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCrocus sativus flower extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Butylphenyl methylpropional~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalCi 17200~0.05–0.15%
Ci 15985~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Sodium chloride, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Cocamide mea, Glycerin, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 20, Chlorphenesin, Benzophenone-3, Citric acid, Tetrasodium edta, Sodium benzoate, Propanediol, Crocus sativus flower extract, Potassium sorbate, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Ci 17200, Ci 15985
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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.
| The Balnea Body CompanyNourishing Cherry Blossom Hand WashYOUR PRODUCT | PalmoliveAloe Vera & Chamomile Liquid Hand Wash | DialLiquid Hand Soap Miracle Oil | BaleaCream Soap Ginger Lemon | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 42% | 40% | 40% |
| Price | — | $6.58 | $19.67 | $2.49 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Benzophenone-4 | Decyl Glucoside | Betaine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5On Photostability of Oxybenzonecore.ac.uk
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