Victoria's Secret Fine Fragrance Hand & Body Soap
Works for
CleansingSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Dual purpose and scent for the body. Our new formula cleanses skin and adds the perfect touch of fragrance to your daily routine.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamide mea, cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, glyceryl oleate, peg-150 distearate, polysorbate 20, 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, glyceryl oleate, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
ExfoliationSide benefit · GluconolactoneWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: gluconolactone.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy19 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone 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~5.9–7.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betainePolysorbate 20~2.7–3.3%
Peg-150 distearate~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-150 distearateParfum~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCocamide mea~1.6–1.9%
Gluconolactone~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactoneSodium chloride~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideMethyl gluceth-20~0.8–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20Glycerin~0.7–1%
- 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 GlycerinGlyceryl oleate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateCoco-glucoside~0.6–0.9%
- 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 benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Cucumis sativus fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Polyquaternium-7~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Citric acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidTetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.25–0.45%
- 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 juiceLimonene~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.15–0.3%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalAlpha-isomethyl ionone~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeCitronellol~0.1–0.2%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.1–0.15%
Coumarin~0.05–0.1%
Citral~0.05%
Evernia prunastri extract~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Polysorbate 20, Peg-150 distearate, Parfum, Cocamide mea, Gluconolactone, Sodium chloride, Methyl gluceth-20, Glycerin, Glyceryl oleate, Coco-glucoside, Sodium benzoate, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Potassium sorbate, Polyquaternium-7, Citric acid, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Limonene, Linalool, Hydroxycitronellal, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Citronellol, Hexyl cinnamal, Coumarin, Citral, Evernia prunastri extract
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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.
| Victoria's SecretFine Fragrance Hand & Body SoapYOUR PRODUCT | Indie LeeDestress Body Wash | CowshedMother Bath & Shower Gel | Green PeopleBody Scent Free Shower Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 53% | 52% | 51% |
| Price | — | — | $26.77 | $24.76 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Sunflower Seed Oil | Marshmallow Root Extract |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Low |
| 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 16 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
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