Is Wood Barrel Bourbon Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Dr Squatch
Wood Barrel Bourbon is one of the skincare products analyzed by Zerotox for Dr Squatch. 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 Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes potassium cocoate and glycerin, which are generally acceptable. However, the presence of synthetic ingredients like hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride raises concerns about quality and safety.
Main concern
Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride is a synthetic conditioning agent that may raise 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
- Potassium cocoate is a natural surfactant derived from coconut oil, contributing to cleansing properties.
- Glycerin is a humectant that helps retain moisture, enhancing skin hydration.
Concerns
- Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride is a synthetic conditioning agent that may raise safety concerns.
- Xanthan gum, while a thickener, is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to those seeking natural formulations.
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this skincare.
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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 hydration and facilitating the distribution of other ingredients.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water (Aqua)
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Is Potassium Cocoate safe in this skincare?
Good
Potassium Cocoate is used here as surfactant. Potassium cocoate is a natural surfactant derived from coconut oil, contributing to cleansing properties without harshness.
Role in formula: surfactant
Original: Potassium Cocoate
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Is Glycerin safe in this skincare?
Good
Glycerin is used here as humectant. Glycerin is a humectant that helps retain moisture in the skin, enhancing hydration and preventing dryness.
Role in formula: humectant
Original: Glycerin
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this skincare?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a thickening agent that improves texture but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Xanthan Gum
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Is Potassium Citrate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Potassium Citrate is used here as buffer. Potassium citrate acts as a buffering agent, helping to maintain the pH balance of the product, though it is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: buffer
Original: Potassium Citrate
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Is Saccharide Isomerate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Saccharide Isomerate is used here as humectant. Saccharide isomerate is a plant-derived humectant that helps to bind moisture to the skin, though it is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: humectant
Original: Saccharide Isomerate
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Is Caprylic Capric Triglyceride safe in this skincare?
Medium
Caprylic Capric Triglyceride is used here as emulsifier. Caprylic/capric triglyceride is an emulsifier derived from coconut oil, providing a smooth texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Read the full ingredient profile for Caprylic Capric Triglyceride
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Is Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride safe in this skincare?
Bad
Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is used here as conditioning_agent. This synthetic conditioning agent is used for its film-forming properties but raises concerns about synthetic additives in personal care products.
Role in formula: conditioning_agent
Original: Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Read the full ingredient profile for Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
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: 4269918
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