The Organic Pharmacy Antioxidant Hand and Body Wash
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CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium olivamphoacetate + 1 moreCleanses gently
“The Organic Pharmacy’s Antioxidant Hand and Body Wash is a gentle cleanser that’s packed with herbs and vitamins.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, sodium olivamphoacetate, xanthan gum) 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
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus grandis peel oil + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~23–34%
- 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 juice powderWater~12–17%
Glycerin~4.6–7%
- 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 GlycerinCocamidopropyl betaine~4.4–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium olivamphoacetate~2.6–3.8%
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCitrus grandis peel oil~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilCitrus medica peel oil~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panthenol~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolAlcohol~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholAlgin~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about AlginAscorbic acid~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidAvena sativa leaf/stem extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carrageenan~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps thicken the product formula and create a nice product formulation
More about CarrageenanCalcium ascorbate~0.4–0.95%
Calendula officinalis extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Calendula officinalis extractHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilHypericum perforatum extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.4–0.9%
- 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~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideTocopherol~0.2–0.8%
- 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 TocopherolXanthan gum~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCitral~0.15–0.55%
Citronellol~0.15–0.5%
Citronellol~0.1–0.4%
Eugenol~0.1–0.35%
Geraniol~0.1–0.3%
Limonene~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Water, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium olivamphoacetate, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus grandis peel oil, Citrus medica peel oil, Panthenol, Alcohol, Algin, Ascorbic acid, Avena sativa leaf/stem extract, Carrageenan, Calcium ascorbate, Calendula officinalis extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Hypericum perforatum extract, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Sodium chloride, Tocopherol, Xanthan gum, Citral, Citronellol, Citronellol, Eugenol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| The Organic PharmacyAntioxidant Hand and Body WashYOUR PRODUCT | megababeSpace Bar Detoxifying Charcoal Underarm Bar | NaturiumThe Calmer Ceramide Body Wash | SunescapeHydrating Shower Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 77% | 33% | 33% |
| Price | — | $15.94 | $14.15 | $10.30 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Glycolic Acid | Ceramide Eop | Cocos Nucifera Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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