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Is Hand Soap Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Delhaize

Hand Soap is one of the skincare products analyzed by Zerotox for Delhaize. 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 Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Benzoate, Fragrance affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes sodium benzoate as a synthetic preservative and sodium laureth sulfate as a surfactant, raising concerns about synthetic additives and potential irritation.

Main concern

Sodium laureth sulfate is a synthetic surfactant that can be irritating to sensitive skin, raising safety 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

  • Glycerin is a natural humectant that helps retain moisture in the skin, contributing positively to skin hydration.
  • Tocopherol (Vitamin E) is included for its antioxidant properties, which can help protect the skin from oxidative stress.

Concerns

  • Sodium laureth sulfate is a synthetic surfactant that can be irritating to sensitive skin, raising safety concerns.
  • Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that, while effective, indicates a reliance on synthetic additives in the formulation.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • users trying to avoid sulfates

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: 4279733

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Frequently asked questions

Our analysis flags fragrance in this product. See the Ingredients section above. Search products with this ingredient.
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.
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Delhaize — Hand Soap has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among skincare products. See the full breakdown above.
Delhaize — Hand Soap 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.
Delhaize — Hand Soap has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Delhaize products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Delhaize — Hand Soap 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.
The composition includes sodium benzoate as a synthetic preservative and sodium laureth sulfate as a surfactant, raising concerns about synthetic additives and potential irritation. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Browse skincare products on Zerotox with ingredient analysis.
This product is flagged for: Sodium laureth sulfate is a synthetic surfactant that can be irritating to sensitive skin, raising safety concerns.; Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that, while effective, indicates a reliance on synthetic additives in the formulation.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Delhaize — Hand Soap 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.

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