Original Gentle Care Soap
Cleanser

Original Gentle Care Soap

Pears
21Ingredients
0EU Banned
3Caution
0.5/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.5/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Low Allergens1 fragrance allergen
33% Natural62% synthetic
Ingredient Analysis

Key Ingredients

Proven ActivesBeneficial ingredients with clinical evidence
Sodium Palm KernelateGOODSorbitolEXCELLENTSodium PalmateGOODGlycerinEXCELLENTSodium StearateEXCELLENTPropylene Glycol (Humectant)GOOD

Contains Regulated Ingredients

EU Restricted Ingredients

These ingredients are permitted in the EU but subject to concentration limits, usage conditions, or mandatory labelling requirements under Annex III of the EU Cosmetics Regulation.

Sodium MetabisulfiteMax 0.2% (as free SO2)
Max concentration:0.2% (as free SO2)
Product types:(a) Oxidative hair dye products(b) Hair straightening products(c) Self-tanning products for the face(d) Other self-tanning products
Conditions:For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product
Tetrasodium EtidronateMax 1.5%
Max concentration:1.5%
Product types:(a) Hair product(b) Soap
BHTMax 8.0%
Max concentration:8.0%
Product types:a) Mouthwashb) Toothpastec) Other leave-on and rinse-off products
Conditions:From 1 July 2023 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the restrictions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 January 2024 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the restrictions shall not be made available on the Union market.
What does "EU Restricted" mean?

Restricted ingredients are not banned — they are allowed in cosmetic products as long as specific conditions are met:

  • Concentration limits — maximum allowed percentage in the final product
  • Product type restrictions — some ingredients are only allowed in rinse-off or leave-on products
  • pH restrictions — the finished product must stay within a specific pH range
  • Mandatory labelling — certain allergens must be listed on the packaging
  • Usage conditions — must not be combined with certain other ingredients

These limits are based on the EU CosIng database (Annex III) and are updated regularly. Products sold in the EU must comply with all applicable restrictions.

Product Type Restrictions

The following ingredients are restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation (Annex III/V) for specific product types — but this product appears to be a Cleanser. Verify compliance.

  • Tetrasodium EtidronateRestricted to hair products
    (a) Hair product(b) Soap

Ingredient Chemistry

pH

pH Efficacy

pH Efficacy

pH unknown

No pH-dependent actives detected in this formula.

Ingredients like Vitamin C (L-AA), AHA/BHA, and retinoids are influenced by pH. If your product contains one, check the label or brand website for pH info.

Microbiome

Composition & Ethics

Product Details

Attributes

Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Sulfate-FreeContains sulfates
Contains sulfate surfactants
Fragrance-FreeContains fragrance
Contains fragrance/parfum
Key Actives
Foam CleanserDetected
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

33% natural62% synthetic
7 natural 1 unknown 13 synthetic

Based on 21 ingredients analyzed. 33% natural, 5% unknown and 62% synthetic.

Surfactants1 surfactant
Surfactant typeHarsh (SLS/ALS)
FragranceContains added fragrance

Functions Overview (15)

cleansing5:Sodium Palm Kernelate, Sodium Rosinate, Sodium Palmate, Sodium Stearate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
viscosity controlling5:Sodium Palm Kernelate, Sodium Rosinate, Sodium Palmate, Sodium Stearate, Tetrasodium Etidronate
surfactant - cleansing4:Sodium Palm Kernelate, Sodium Palmate, Sodium Stearate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Rich foam that transforms from gel to creamy lather
SpreadabilityEasy
AbsorptionVery fast
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow

Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish. Cooling sensation on application with rapid dry-down.