Name: Dove Body Wash
Brand: DOVE
SKU: 226811
Availability: InStock
Rating: 15 (1 reviews)

Dove Body Wash

Unilever

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

11

Why this score

IngredientsSeverity and exposure-weighted ingredient concerns
Not lab testedNo indexed lab report (-6)

What's inside

Glycine soja (Soybean) Oil

High omega-6 content contributes to inflammation if consumed excessively, often sourced from GMO soy, hexane-extracted

Hydrogenated Soybean Oil

High in trans-fatty acids if partially hydrogenated, associated with cardiovascular disease risk, PUFA dominant oil with oxidation instability potential

Sodium Lauroyl Isethionate

Not intended for ingestion, possible mucosal or gastrointestinal irritation if ingested, synthetic and industrial, potential allergen when used topically

Hydrogenated Vegetable Glycerides

Potential trans fat formation, increased risk of cardiovascular disease with regular intake, raises LDL cholesterol, ultra-processed

Coumarin

Hepatotoxicity at high doses, potential carcinogenicity in animal studies, regulatory restrictions on concentration in food and cosmetic products

Fragrance

Skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis, respiratory irritation, potential asthma exacerbation, possible phototoxicity

Capryloyl Glycine

Not approved for food use, insufficient safety data for ingestion, possible allergenic or irritant effects if consumed, unknown long-term health impact in humans

Undecylenoyl Glycine

Not approved for food use, unknown effects with ingestion, potential for allergic reactions, lack of safety data for oral consumption

Citronellol

Skin sensitization, contact allergy, mild irritation

Hexyl Cinnamal

Skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis, potential mild irritation, phototoxicity concerns at high concentrations

Sodium Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate

Highly processed, possible gut microbiome disruption, potential for digestive discomfort, may contribute to ultra-processed food intake

Hydroxystearic Acid

A hydroxy-substituted C18 saturated fatty acid (most commonly 12-hydroxystearic acid), typically produced from castor/oleic acid derivatives. It is widely used as a rheology modifier, gellant, and emulsifying aid in cosmetics and industrial formulations; it is not commonly used as a direct food ingredient, though related hydroxy fatty acid derivatives (e.g., from castor oil) are present in some approved additives. Available toxicology and cosmetic safety assessments indicate low acute toxicity and low sensitization potential. If ingested, hydroxy fatty acids are expected to be metabolized via standard fatty-acid β-oxidation pathways.

Citric acid

Effective pH regulator, preservative that inhibits microbial growth, enhances flavor by providing acidity

Lauric Acid

Antimicrobial properties, contributes to product stability and texture, source of medium-chain triglycerides

Sodium Chloride

Naturally occurring, inexpensive, biodegradable, helps adjust viscosity

Glycerin

Moisturizing agent, solvent, enhances texture and stability in formulations

Stearic Acid

Emulsifier, stabilizer, thickening agent

Palmitic Acid

Provides energy as a common dietary saturated fat, used in texture and stability in foods and cosmetics

Glyceryl Stearate

Emollient and emulsifier improving skin texture and product stability

Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone

Fragrance agent, enhances scent profile

Benzyl Alcohol

Preservative properties, solvent, fragrance carrier

Linalool

Provides floral and lavender scent, widely used in fragrance formulations

Water

Hydration, essential for bodily functions

Sodium Methyl Lauroyl Taurate

Mild cleansing agent, good foaming properties, generally well-tolerated relative to harsher surfactants

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Mild surfactant, good foaming and cleansing properties, biodegradable, compatible with other surfactants

Sodium Benzoate

Effective preservative, broad antimicrobial activity, generally recognized as safe at typical use concentrations

Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

Hair conditioning, improves wet combing, reduces static and frizz

Limonene

Natural solvent, pleasant citrus fragrance, biodegradable, enhances cleaning efficacy in some formulations

Sodium Gluconate

Effective chelating agent, improves cleaning efficiency, biodegradable, low toxicity

Product Details

Form Type

liquid

pH

6.7

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