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Cleansing & Moisturising Syndet Bar
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This bathing bar contains Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, a known skin irritant, and an undisclosed 'Fragrance' blend, which is a common source of allergens for sensitive individuals. While it includes several mild surfactants and emollients, the presence of these harsher ingredients and the lack of fragrance transparency are the primary factors limiting its overall safety assessment. Individuals with sensitive skin or known fragrance allergies should exercise caution.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Sodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate
- Glycerol Monostearate
- Cetostearyl Alcohol
- Decyl Glucoside
- Butyrospermum Parkii
- +1 more →
Contains strong irritant surfactant and undisclosed fragrance blend
This bathing bar contains Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, a strong skin irritant, which can be harsh for some users. It also includes an undisclosed 'Fragrance' blend, which means specific allergens are not listed, making it a concern for individuals with fragrance sensitivities or allergies. While it has some milder cleansing and conditioning agents, these two ingredients are the main points of caution.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is declared.
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Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for bath body. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Why the score is capped
Primary surfactant with recognised irritation potential (EU SCCS)
Rule PC-CAP-05
Undisclosed fragrance (allergens not named)
Rule PC-CAP-06
What's good
Includes mild surfactants like Sodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate and Decyl Glucoside, which are gentler on the skin.
Contains emollients such as Glycerol Monostearate, Cetostearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), and Dimethicone to help condition the skin.
Watch out for
The presence of Sodium Lauryl Sulfate and Alpha Olefin Sulfonate, both strong surfactants, may cause irritation or dryness for individuals with sensitive skin.
The undisclosed 'Fragrance' blend poses a risk for those with fragrance allergies, as specific sensitizers are not listed.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine, while generally mild, is a known contact allergen for some individuals.
PEG-14M — ethoxylated ingredient - quality depends on removal of manufacturing impurities.
TETRASODIUM EDTA — tetrasodium EDTA is a chelating agent that keeps a product stable and clear. It has been flagged in some studies for potential endocrine-disrupting properties; regulatory consensus is not yet established, so it is noted as a low-level concern rather than a confirmed hazard.
Disodium Distyrylbiphenyl Disulfonate — an optical brightener (fluorescent whitening agent) — a synthetic dye that makes the product look whiter or brighter under light. It is not a preservative and has no antimicrobial or skincare function; it is a purely cosmetic additive with no benefit to the user, and best avoided in a baby product.
Ingredient Concerns safety database
Sources cited below may be Indian (FSSAI) or international (EU, US, WHO, IARC) — an international classification or law is evidence, not an Indian regulatory finding.
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
SLS is an aggressive surfactant that strips skin of its natural oils, disrupts the skin barrier, and can cause contact dermatitis, canker sores, and eye irritation. People with eczema, psoriasis, or sensitive skin should avoid SLS-containing products. It is particularly harsh in oral care products where it contacts mucous membranes.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: SCCS; American Academy of Dermatology; Herlofson & Barkvoll 1996
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate: regulation, sources and other products →Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
A high-foaming anionic detergent used as a primary or secondary cleanser. On its own it is comparably stripping to SLS. In a syndet bar it is usually the SECONDARY surfactant behind a mild primary such as Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, and the blend as a whole is far gentler than the raw ingredient suggests — so read it in the context of the full cleansing system rather than in isolation.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: SCCS; Ananthapadmanabhan et al., Dermatologic Therapy 2004
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate: regulation, sources and other products →Fragrance
"Fragrance" or "parfum" is a catch-all term that can conceal a blend of hundreds of undisclosed chemicals, including known allergens, sensitisers, and potential endocrine disruptors. The EU now mandates disclosure of 82 specific fragrance allergens. People with fragrance sensitivity, asthma, or contact dermatitis should prefer fragrance-free products.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EU Regulation 2023/1545; IFRA
Fragrance: regulation, sources and other products →Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cocamidopropyl betaine is the usual "gentle" co-surfactant in shampoos, face washes and baby washes. It was named Allergen of the Year by the American Contact Dermatitis Society in 2004; the reactions are attributed mainly to impurities (amidoamine, DMAPA) and are uncommon, but it is a common cause of surfactant allergy in people with eczema.
Peer-reviewed research Source: American Contact Dermatitis Society - Allergen of the Year 2004; contact-dermatitis literature
Cocamidopropyl Betaine: regulation, sources and other products →Polyethylene Glycols (PEGs)
PEG ingredients are made by ethoxylation, which can leave traces of ethylene oxide (IARC Group 1) and 1,4-dioxane (IARC Group 2B) unless removed. Good manufacturing removes them, so the ingredient itself is not a hazard, but the label cannot tell you whether it was done well. PEGs should not be applied to broken skin.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: IARC Monographs Vol. 100F (ethylene oxide) and Vol. 71 (1,4-dioxane); Cosmetic Ingredient Review
Polyethylene Glycols (PEGs): regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Contains Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, a strong skin and mucous membrane irritant, listed high in the ingredient order.
Contains 'Fragrance' without specific disclosure of individual fragrance allergens, which is a common source of contact allergy for sensitive individuals.
Contains Alpha Olefin Sulfonate, an anionic surfactant that can be drying and irritating, especially for sensitive skin.
Contains Cocamidopropyl Betaine, a mild surfactant but a recognized contact allergen, mostly due to manufacturing impurities.
Claim check
Front-of-pack marketing claims checked against this product's actual ingredients and nutrition. "Can't verify" means the label does not provide enough information to check the claim — it is not the same as the claim being false.
The label indicates a discount, but the original MRP is not provided to verify the percentage off.
The claim states the product is for face and body, which is a usage instruction that cannot be verified from the ingredient list.
This is a recommendation from dermatologists for sensitive skin, which is a third-party endorsement that cannot be verified from the ingredient list.
The product is identified as a Syndet Bar, which is a synthetic detergent bar designed for cleansing and moisturizing.
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) is listed in the ingredients, supporting the claim of enrichment.
The full ingredient list declares no parabens, which is exactly what this claim says. The label supports it.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
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Sodium Lauryl SulfosuccinateSODIUM LAURYL SULFOSUCCINATE
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Sodium Lauryl SulfateSODIUM LAURYL SULFATE
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Maize StarchMAIZE STARCH
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Alpha Olefin SulfonateALFA OLEFIN SULFONATE
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WaterAQUA
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Glycerol MonostearateGLYCEROL MONOSTEARATE
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Cetostearyl AlcoholCETOSTEARYL ALCOHOL
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Paraffin WaxPARAFFIN WAX
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Potassium ChloridePOTASSIUM CHLORIDE
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Cocamidopropyl BetaineCOCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE
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Decyl GlucosideDECYL GLUCOSIDE
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Phosphoric AcidPHOSPHORIC ACID
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Butyrospermum ParkiiBUTYROSPERMUM PARKII
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Fragrance undisclosed fragranceFRAGRANCE
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Magnesium ChlorideMAGNESIUM CHLORIDE
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DimethiconeDIMETHICONE
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Tetrasodium EtidronateTETRASODIUM ETIDRONATE
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Titanium DioxideTITANIUM DIOXIDE
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Tetrasodium EDTATETRASODIUM EDETATE
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PEG-14MPEG- 14M
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Disodium Distyrylbiphenyl DisulfonateDISODIUM DISTYRYLBIPHENYL DISULFONATE
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Ceteth-20CETETH-20
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Steareth-21STEARETH-21
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
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What are the ingredients in Cleansing & Moisturising Syndet Bar?
The label of Cleansing & Moisturising Syndet Bar lists 23 ingredients, in label order: Sodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Maize starch, Alpha Olefin Sulfonate, Water, Glycerol Monostearate, Cetostearyl Alcohol, Paraffin Wax, Potassium chloride, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Decyl Glucoside, Phosphoric Acid, Butyrospermum Parkii, Fragrance, Magnesium Chloride, Dimethicone, TETRASODIUM ETIDRONATE, Titanium Dioxide, TETRASODIUM EDTA, PEG-14M, Disodium Distyrylbiphenyl Disulfonate, Ceteth-20, Steareth-21. Flagged by the analysis: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Alpha Olefin Sulfonate, Fragrance, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-14M and 2 more.
Is Cleansing & Moisturising Syndet Bar safe to use?
Cleansing & Moisturising Syndet Bar scores 5.0/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This bathing bar contains Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, a strong skin irritant, which can be harsh for some users. It also includes an undisclosed 'Fragrance' blend, which means specific allergens are not listed, making it a concern for individuals with fragrance sensitivities or allergies. While it has some milder cleansing and conditioning agents, these two ingredients are the main points of caution.
Why does Cleansing & Moisturising Syndet Bar score 5.0/10?
Flagged in the score: The presence of Sodium Lauryl Sulfate and Alpha Olefin Sulfonate, both strong surfactants, may cause irritation or dryness for individuals with sensitive skin. The undisclosed 'Fragrance' blend poses a risk for those with fragrance allergies, as specific sensitizers are not listed. Cocamidopropyl Betaine, while generally mild, is a known contact allergen for some individuals.
Who should avoid Cleansing & Moisturising Syndet Bar?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Sensitive skin; Fragrance allergy; Contact dermatitis; Avoiding strong irritant surfactants.
Does Cleansing & Moisturising Syndet Bar contain fragrance?
Yes — the ingredient list includes Fragrance. Fragrance is declared as a single ingredient, so the individual scent chemicals in it are not named. This matters mainly if you have sensitive skin or a known fragrance allergy.
Are the claims on the Cleansing & Moisturising Syndet Bar pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 6 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "33% off ON MRP" — can't be verified from the label. "Face and Body" — can't be verified from the label. "DERMATOLOGIST SENSITIVE SKIN RECOMMENDED" — can't be verified from the label.
Answers are generated from this product's own Decode Label analysis — the score, the ingredient list and the label claims shown above. Always check the pack itself for allergen and dietary information.
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