Name: Dove Charcoal Clay Body Wash
Brand: DOVE
SKU: 451766
Availability: InStock
Rating: 19 (1 reviews)

Dove Charcoal Clay Body Wash

Unilever

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

13

Why this score

IngredientsSeverity and exposure-weighted ingredient concerns
Mineral sunscreenBonus for mineral-based UV filters

What's inside

Titanium Dioxide

Potential inhalation carcinogen in powdered form, possible cellular oxidative stress, regulatory restrictions in food use

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

Blue 1

Potential allergenic and hypersensitivity reactions, possible behavioral effects in sensitive children, regulatory limits on usage concentration

Yellow 5

Irritant/sensitizer potential, allergy and hypersensitivity reactions including urticaria and asthma, possible behavioral effects in sensitive children, regulatory limits on use concentration

Fragrance

Skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis, respiratory irritation, potential allergenicity, IFRA restrictions

Palmitic Acid

High intake associated with elevated LDL cholesterol, potential cardiovascular risk with excessive consumption

PPG-9

Not intended for ingestion, potential for skin irritation, possible endocrine disruption, lack of food safety data

Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone

Skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis

Coumarin

Skin sensitization, allergic reactions, phototoxicity concerns

Hexyl Cinnamal

Skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis, eye irritation, potential respiratory sensitization

Red 33

Potential for allergic reactions, may cause skin irritation, possible contamination with impurities, limited toxicity data for oral exposure, ultra-processed

Microcrystalline Wax

Petroleum-derived, may cause digestive discomfort in large quantities, ultra-processed, no nutritional value

Water

Safe solvent, non-toxic, non-irritating, essential for formulation

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.

Charcoal Powder

Adsorbs toxins and gases in the digestive tract, may relieve gas and bloating, used in emergency poisoning treatments

Citric acid

Preservative, pH adjuster, enhances stability of formulations

Sodium Chloride

Increases viscosity, improves product stability, non-toxic, widely available and biodegradable

Hydrated Silica

Effective mild abrasive for stain removal, anti-caking agent, chemically stable and non-toxic at typical use concentrations

Stearic Acid

Emulsifying agent, texture stabilizer, surfactant, energy source in diet

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Mild surfactant, good foaming and cleansing properties, reduces irritation of harsher surfactants

Glycerin

Moisture retention, solvent properties, texture improvement

Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

Effective cleansing and foaming agent

Acrylates Copolymer

Strong adhesive properties, film forming, water resistant

Sodium Benzoate

Effective preservative against yeast, mold, and bacteria, improves product stability

Cocamide MEA

Foaming agent, emulsifier, thickening agent in cosmetics and personal care products

Kaolin

Mild abrasive, gentle cleaning agent, non-toxic, non-sensitizing, environmentally benign

Sodium Methyl Lauroyl Taurate

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

Eugenol

Antimicrobial properties, pleasant clove-like fragrance

Limonene

Natural fragrance agent, solvent properties, pleasant citrus scent

Linalool

Provides pleasant floral scent, enhances fragrance appeal

Iron Oxides

Stable colorants, chemically inert, widely used for safe coloring in food and cosmetics

Product Details

Form Type

liquid

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