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Is Dove Shower Gel Hydrating Care 225ml Safe? Ingredient Analysis

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Dove's Dove Shower Gel Hydrating Care 225ml 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 Parfum, Dmdm Hydantoin, Sodium Benzoate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes sodium benzoate as a preservative and various synthetic ingredients like dmdm hydantoin, raising concerns about quality and safety. Natural extracts like aloe vera are present but diluted by synthetic additives.

Main concern

Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about long-term exposure.

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 aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, which is known for its moisturizing properties.
  • Includes betula alba leaf extract, providing potential soothing benefits to the skin.

Concerns

  • Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about long-term exposure.
  • DMDM hydantoin is a formaldehyde-releasing preservative, which can pose safety risks.

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.

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: 4290164

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Frequently asked questions

This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product contains fragrance or allergens that may affect sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section and patch-test. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Dove — Dove Shower Gel Hydrating Care 225ml scores 60 / 100. Daily use depends on your skin type and tolerance, so review the flagged ingredients and patch-test if you are sensitive. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about long-term exposure.; DMDM hydantoin is a formaldehyde-releasing preservative, which can pose safety risks.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Dove — Dove Shower Gel Hydrating Care 225ml is a skincare product. Zerotox gives it a safety score of 60 / 100 based on ingredients. Check the breakdown above and our skincare topic for alternatives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, which is known for its moisturizing properties.; Includes betula alba leaf extract, providing potential soothing benefits to the skin.. See the Pros section above.
Dove — Dove Shower Gel Hydrating Care 225ml has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Dove products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Yes. Our analysis indicates fragrance or parfum. This can irritate sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section.
Dove — Dove Shower Gel Hydrating Care 225ml has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among skincare products. See the full breakdown above.
Yes. Our analysis flags fragrance in Dove — Dove Shower Gel Hydrating Care 225ml. See the Ingredients section above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
The composition includes sodium benzoate as a preservative and various synthetic ingredients like dmdm hydantoin, raising concerns about quality and safety. Natural extracts like aloe vera are present but diluted by synthetic additives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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