Is Extra Gentle Surgras Soap Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Le Petit Olivier
Extra Gentle Surgras Soap is one of the skincare products analyzed by Zerotox for Le Petit Olivier. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes sodium palmate and sodium palm kernelate, both derived from palm oil. These ingredients raise concerns about sustainability and potential environmental impact.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sodium palmate and sodium palm kernelate, both derived from palm oil. These ingredients raise concerns about sustainability and potential environmental impact.
Main concern
Both sodium palmate and sodium palm kernelate are derived from palm oil, which raises sustainability concerns.
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
- Sodium palmate is a common surfactant that effectively cleanses the skin.
- Sodium palm kernelate provides a creamy lather, enhancing the user experience.
Concerns
- Both sodium palmate and sodium palm kernelate are derived from palm oil, which raises sustainability concerns.
- The use of palm oil derivatives may contribute to deforestation and habitat loss.
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this skincare.
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Is Sodium Palmate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Sodium Palmate is used here as surfactant. Sodium palmate is a surfactant derived from palm oil, used for its cleansing properties. However, its palm oil origin raises sustainability concerns.
Role in formula: surfactant
Original: SODIUM PALMATE
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Is Sodium Palm Kernelate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Sodium Palm Kernelate is used here as surfactant. Sodium palm kernelate is another surfactant from palm oil, providing lathering properties. Its environmental impact is a concern due to palm oil sourcing.
Role in formula: surfactant
Original: SODIUM PALM KERNELATE
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: 4273651
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