Is Gunry Hand Soap The Scent Factory Wild Bamboo Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Gausen Rybrink As
Gausen Rybrink As's Gunry Hand Soap The Scent Factory Wild Bamboo is reviewed here as a other. 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 Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Parfum, Sodium Benzoate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sodium benzoate as a synthetic preservative and sodium laureth sulfate, which raises concerns about potential skin irritation. These factors contribute to a moderate rating.
Main concern
Sodium laureth sulfate is a synthetic surfactant that can be harsh on the skin, raising concerns about irritation for sensitive users.
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
- Glycerin is a natural humectant that helps retain moisture in the skin, contributing positively to skin hydration.
- Cocamidopropyl betaine is derived from coconut oil and acts as a mild surfactant, enhancing the product's cleansing properties.
Concerns
- Sodium laureth sulfate is a synthetic surfactant that can be harsh on the skin, raising concerns about irritation for sensitive users.
- Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that, while effective, may raise concerns regarding synthetic additives in personal care products.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- users trying to avoid sulfates
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this other, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Aqua safe in this other?
Good
Aqua is used here as base. Aqua serves as the primary solvent in this formulation, providing the necessary liquid base for the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Aqua
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Is Sodium Laureth Sulfate safe in this other?
Bad
Sodium Laureth Sulfate is used here as surfactant. Sodium laureth sulfate is a synthetic surfactant used for its cleansing properties but can be irritating to sensitive skin.
Role in formula: surfactant
Original: Sodium Laureth Sulfate
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Is Coco Glucoside safe in this other?
Good
Coco Glucoside is used here as surfactant. Coco-glucoside is a mild, plant-derived surfactant that helps to cleanse the skin without stripping moisture.
Role in formula: surfactant
Original: Coco - Glucoside
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Is Cocamidopropyl Betaine safe in this other?
Good
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is used here as surfactant. Cocamidopropyl betaine is derived from coconut oil and acts as a mild surfactant, enhancing the product's cleansing properties.
Role in formula: surfactant
Original: Cocamidopropyl Betaine
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Is Sodium Chloride safe in this other?
Medium
Sodium Chloride is used here as thickener. Sodium chloride is used to adjust the viscosity of the product, but excessive use can lead to skin dryness.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Sodium Chloride
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Is Glycerin safe in this other?
Good
Glycerin is used here as base. Glycerin is a natural humectant that helps retain moisture in the skin, contributing positively to skin hydration.
Role in formula: base
Original: Glycerin
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Is Glyceryl Oleate safe in this other?
Medium
Glyceryl Oleate is used here as emulsifier. Glyceryl oleate acts as an emulsifier, helping to blend oil and water components, but may raise concerns for sensitive skin.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Glyceryl Oleate
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Is Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate safe in this other?
Medium
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate is used here as surfactant. Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate is a mild surfactant that helps to cleanse the skin but may cause irritation in some individuals.
Role in formula: surfactant
Original: Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
Read the full ingredient profile for Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
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Is Parfum safe in this other?
Bad
Parfum is used here as fragrance. Parfum is a synthetic fragrance that can cause allergic reactions or irritation in sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: fragrance
Original: Parfum
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Is Sodium Benzoate safe in this other?
Bad
Sodium Benzoate is used here as preservative. Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative used to prevent microbial growth but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Sodium Benzoate
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Is Citric Acid safe in this other?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is a natural acid that helps to adjust the pH of the product, enhancing stability and safety.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Citric Acid
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this other?
Medium
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a mild preservative that helps to inhibit mold and yeast growth but may cause irritation in some cases.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Potassium Sorbate
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: 4061568
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