Is Almond Milk Gentle Shampoo Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Lea Nature
Lea Nature's Almond Milk Gentle Shampoo is reviewed here as a skincare. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Benzoate, Titanium Dioxide.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sodium benzoate as a preservative and fragrance, which raises concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of carrageenan may also indicate potential quality issues.
Main concern
Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Contains glycerin, a natural humectant that helps retain moisture in hair.
- Includes sunflower seed oil, which is known for its nourishing properties.
- Features aloe vera leaf juice powder, which can soothe and hydrate the scalp.
- Contains tocopherol (vitamin E), which is beneficial for hair health.
Concerns
- Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about synthetic additives.
- Carrageenan is a thickener that may cause sensitivity in some individuals.
- Fragrance (parfum) can be irritating for sensitive skin and is a synthetic component.
- Titanium dioxide is included, which is often used as a colorant and raises safety concerns.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this skincare, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Water safe in this skincare?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this shampoo, providing hydration and facilitating the distribution of other ingredients.
Role in formula: base
Original: Aqua (Water)
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Is Cocamidopropyl Betaine safe in this skincare?
Medium
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is used here as surfactant. Cocamidopropyl betaine is a mild surfactant derived from coconut oil, used for its cleansing properties but may cause irritation in sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: surfactant
Original: Cocamidopropyl Betaine
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Is Glycerin safe in this skincare?
Good
Glycerin is used here as humectant. Glycerin is a natural humectant that attracts moisture to the hair, helping to keep it hydrated and reducing dryness.
Role in formula: humectant
Original: Glycerin
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Is Decyl Glucoside safe in this skincare?
Good
Decyl Glucoside is used here as surfactant. Decyl glucoside is a gentle, plant-derived surfactant that helps to cleanse without stripping natural oils from the hair.
Role in formula: surfactant
Original: Decyl Glucoside
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Is Sorbitan Caprylate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Sorbitan Caprylate is used here as emulsifier. Sorbitan caprylate is used to stabilize emulsions in the formulation, but its synthetic nature raises some concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Sorbitan Caprylate
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Is Sodium Chloride safe in this skincare?
Medium
Sodium Chloride is used here as thickener. Sodium chloride is used to adjust the viscosity of the shampoo, but excessive use can lead to dryness.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Sodium Chloride
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Is Coco Caprylate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Coco Caprylate is used here as emollient. Coco-caprylate is a synthetic emollient that provides a smooth feel but may not be suitable for all skin types.
Role in formula: emollient
Original: Coco-Caprylate
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Is Benzyl Alcohol safe in this skincare?
Bad
Benzyl Alcohol is used here as preservative. Benzyl alcohol is a synthetic preservative that can cause irritation and allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Benzyl Alcohol
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this skincare?
Good
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a natural thickener that helps to stabilize the formulation without adverse effects.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Xanthan Gum
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Is Sodium Benzoate safe in this skincare?
Bad
Sodium Benzoate is used here as preservative. Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that can raise concerns about synthetic additives and potential sensitivities.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Sodium Benzoate
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Is Chondrus Crispus safe in this skincare?
Medium
Chondrus Crispus is used here as thickener. Chondrus crispus, or carrageenan, is used for its thickening properties but may cause sensitivity in some individuals.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan)
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Is Sunflower Seed Oil safe in this skincare?
Good
Sunflower Seed Oil is used here as emollient. Sunflower seed oil is rich in fatty acids and vitamins, providing nourishment and moisture to the hair.
Role in formula: emollient
Original: Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Is Lactic Acid safe in this skincare?
Medium
Lactic Acid is used here as acidulant. Lactic acid is used to adjust pH and can help with moisture retention, but may cause irritation in high concentrations.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Lactic Acid
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Is Castor Seed Oil safe in this skincare?
Good
Castor Seed Oil is used here as emollient. Castor seed oil is known for its moisturizing properties and can help improve hair texture.
Role in formula: emollient
Original: Ricinus Communis (Castor Seed) Oil
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Is Titanium Dioxide safe in this skincare?
Bad
Titanium Dioxide is used here as colorant. Titanium dioxide is used as a colorant and raises safety concerns regarding its potential effects on health.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Cl 77891 (Titanium Dioxide)
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Is Fragrance safe in this skincare?
Bad
Fragrance is used here as fragrance. Fragrance is a synthetic component that can cause irritation and allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: fragrance
Original: Parfum (Fragrance)
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Is Bitter Almond Kernel Oil safe in this skincare?
Good
Bitter Almond Kernel Oil is used here as emollient. Bitter almond kernel oil is known for its nourishing properties and can help improve hair health.
Role in formula: emollient
Original: Prunus Amygdalus Amara (Bitter Almond Kernel) Oil
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Is Aloe Vera Leaf Juice Powder safe in this skincare?
Good
Aloe Vera Leaf Juice Powder is used here as natural_extract. Aloe vera leaf juice powder is known for its soothing and hydrating properties, beneficial for the scalp.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Read the full ingredient profile for Aloe Vera Leaf Juice Powder
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Is Linalool safe in this skincare?
Bad
Linalool is used here as fragrance. Linalool is a fragrance component that can cause allergic reactions and sensitivities in some individuals.
Role in formula: fragrance
Original: Linalool
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Is Caesalpina Spinosa Gum safe in this skincare?
Medium
Caesalpina Spinosa Gum is used here as thickener. Caesalpina spinosa gum is used as a thickener but may cause sensitivities in some individuals.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Caesalpina Spinosa Gum
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Is Rice Protein safe in this skincare?
Good
Rice Protein is used here as protein. Rice protein is beneficial for strengthening hair and improving its overall texture.
Role in formula: protein
Original: Oryza Sativa (Seed) Protein
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Is Phytic Acid safe in this skincare?
Medium
Phytic Acid is used here as chelating_agent. Phytic acid is used to chelate minerals but may cause irritation in sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: chelating_agent
Original: Phytic Acid
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Is Rice Hull Powder Extract safe in this skincare?
Good
Rice Hull Powder Extract is used here as natural_extract. Rice hull powder extract is known for its gentle exfoliating properties, beneficial for scalp health.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Oryza Sativa (Rice Hull Powder) Extract
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Is Gluconolactone safe in this skincare?
Medium
Gluconolactone is used here as preservative. Gluconolactone is a synthetic preservative that may raise concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Gluconolactone
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this skincare?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that can cause irritation and allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Potassium Sorbate
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Is Sweet Almond Fruit Extract safe in this skincare?
Good
Sweet Almond Fruit Extract is used here as natural_extract. Sweet almond fruit extract is known for its moisturizing properties, beneficial for hair health.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Fruit Extract
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Is Tocopherol safe in this skincare?
Good
Tocopherol is used here as antioxidant. Tocopherol (vitamin E) is an antioxidant that helps protect hair from damage and supports overall health.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: Tocopherol
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Is Sodium Hydroxide safe in this skincare?
Bad
Sodium Hydroxide is used here as ph_adjuster. Sodium hydroxide is used to adjust pH but can be harsh and irritating in high concentrations.
Role in formula: pH_adjuster
Original: Sodium Hydroxide
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Is Dehydroacetic Acid safe in this skincare?
Medium
Dehydroacetic Acid is used here as preservative. Dehydroacetic acid is a synthetic preservative that may raise concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Dehydroacetic Acid
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Is Calcium Gluconate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Calcium Gluconate is used here as mineral. Calcium gluconate is used for its mineral content but does not significantly contribute to hair health.
Role in formula: mineral
Original: Calcium Gluconate
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 4273500
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