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Is Hand Cream 100 ml Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Orkla Home Personal Care

Hand Cream 100 ml is one of the skincare products analyzed by Zerotox for Orkla Home Personal Care. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The sections below explain why ingredients like C15 19 Alkane, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic Acid affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes several synthetic ingredients like phenoxyethanol and benzoic acid, which raise quality concerns. However, it also contains beneficial components like glycerin and lactic acid.

Main concern

Phenoxyethanol is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about potential skin irritation and sensitivity.

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 humectant that helps retain moisture in the skin, contributing positively to hydration.
  • Lactic acid acts as an exfoliant and moisturizer, promoting smoother skin texture and hydration.

Concerns

  • Phenoxyethanol is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about potential skin irritation and sensitivity.
  • Benzoic acid, while a preservative, is synthetic and may pose quality concerns in terms of ingredient sourcing.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this skincare.

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: 4055075

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Frequently asked questions

Our analysis flags fragrance in this product. See the Ingredients section above. Search products with this ingredient.
Yes. Our analysis flags fragrance in Orkla Home Personal Care — Hand Cream 100 ml. See the Ingredients section above.
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.
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Orkla Home Personal Care — Hand Cream 100 ml has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among skincare products. See the full breakdown above.
Our analysis flags parfum in this product. See the Ingredients section above. Search products with this ingredient.
Yes. Our analysis flags phenoxyethanol in Orkla Home Personal Care — Hand Cream 100 ml. See the Ingredients section above.
Orkla Home Personal Care — Hand Cream 100 ml has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. 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.
Orkla Home Personal Care — Hand Cream 100 ml 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: Glycerin is a humectant that helps retain moisture in the skin, contributing positively to hydration.; Lactic acid acts as an exfoliant and moisturizer, promoting smoother skin texture and hydration.. See the Pros section above.

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