Is Palmolive Naturals Pure Mix Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Colgate-Palmolive
Colgate-Palmolive's Palmolive Naturals Pure Mix 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 Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Fragrance, 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 irritation. Overall, the mix of ingredients indicates moderate quality and safety issues.
Main concern
Sodium laureth sulfate is a common surfactant that may cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.
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 glycerin, a good humectant that helps retain moisture in the skin.
- Cocamidopropyl betaine is a mild surfactant that can enhance the cleansing properties without excessive irritation.
Concerns
- Sodium laureth sulfate is a common surfactant that may cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.
- Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about 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 skincare, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Water safe in this skincare?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this formulation, providing a base for other ingredients.
Role in formula: base
Original: Aqua
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Is Sodium Laureth Sulfate safe in this skincare?
Bad
Sodium Laureth Sulfate is used here as surfactant. Sodium laureth sulfate is a surfactant that effectively cleanses but can be harsh and irritating for some skin types.
Role in formula: surfactant
Original: sodium, laureth sulfate
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Is Cocamidopropyl Betaine safe in this skincare?
Good
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is used here as surfactant. Cocamidopropyl betaine is a mild surfactant derived from coconut oil, enhancing cleansing while being less irritating.
Role in formula: surfactant
Original: cocamidopropyl betaine
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Is Glycerin safe in this skincare?
Good
Glycerin is used here as base. Glycerin is a humectant that attracts moisture to the skin, helping to maintain hydration.
Role in formula: base
Original: glycerin
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Is Sodium Chloride safe in this skincare?
Medium
Sodium Chloride is used here as thickener. Sodium chloride is used to adjust viscosity but can be drying in high concentrations.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: sodium chloride
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Is Fragrance safe in this skincare?
Bad
Fragrance is used here as fragrance. Fragrance can cause allergic reactions or irritation in sensitive individuals, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: fragrance
Original: parfum
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Is Cocamide Mea safe in this skincare?
Medium
Cocamide Mea is used here as surfactant. Cocamide mea is a surfactant that can enhance foam but may cause irritation in some users.
Role in formula: surfactant
Original: cocamide mea
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Is Sodium Salicylate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Sodium Salicylate is used here as preservative. Sodium salicylate is used for preservation but can be irritating for sensitive skin.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: sodium salicylate
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Is Sodium Benzoate safe in this skincare?
Bad
Sodium Benzoate is used here as preservative. Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about synthetic additives in personal care products.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: sodium benzoate
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Is Tetrasodium Edta safe in this skincare?
Medium
Tetrasodium Edta is used here as chelating_agent. Tetrasodium edta is used to bind metal ions but may raise concerns about synthetic ingredients.
Role in formula: chelating_agent
Original: tetrasodium edta
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Is Citric Acid safe in this skincare?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is a natural acid that helps adjust pH and can act as a mild preservative.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: citric acid
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Is Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract safe in this skincare?
Good
Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract is used here as natural_extract. Coconut extract provides moisturizing properties and is generally well-tolerated by skin.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: cocos nucifera fruit extract
Read the full ingredient profile for Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
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Is Coumarin safe in this skincare?
Bad
Coumarin is used here as fragrance. Coumarin is a fragrance component that can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: fragrance
Original: coumarin
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Is Hexyl Cinnamal safe in this skincare?
Bad
Hexyl Cinnamal is used here as fragrance. Hexyl cinnamal is a synthetic fragrance that may cause irritation or allergic reactions.
Role in formula: fragrance
Original: hexyl cinnamal
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Is Punica Granatum Fruit Juice safe in this skincare?
Good
Punica Granatum Fruit Juice is used here as natural_extract. Pomegranate juice is rich in antioxidants and can provide skin benefits.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: punica granatum fruit juice
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Is Limonene safe in this skincare?
Bad
Limonene is used here as fragrance. Limonene is a fragrance component that can be irritating and cause allergic reactions.
Role in formula: fragrance
Original: limonene
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Is Linalool safe in this skincare?
Bad
Linalool is used here as fragrance. Linalool is a common fragrance ingredient that can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions.
Role in formula: fragrance
Original: linalool
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: 4283973
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