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Ayurvedic Soap
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Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This bathing bar uses a traditional saponified soap base from coconut and palm oils, combined with a synthetic surfactant, Sodium Alpha Olefin Sulfonate, which can be drying for some skin types. The presence of 'Fragrance' without specific disclosure of its components is a notable concern for individuals with fragrance allergies or sensitive skin. Additionally, the product contains Talc, which IARC classifies as Group 2B, 'possibly carcinogenic to humans', a concern primarily for inhalation exposure but still noted for cosmetic use. The synthetic colorants CI 61565 and CI 47000 are present, with CI 47000 being a recognized contact sensitizer and restricted in cosmetics from mucous membrane contact by EU regulations. While several essential oils are listed, some are in trace amounts and do not significantly contribute to the formulation's benefits.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Coconut oil
- Palm oil
Contains undisclosed fragrance, Talc, and a synthetic colorant
This bathing bar contains 'Fragrance' which can be an issue for people with sensitive skin or fragrance allergies due to undisclosed components. It also includes Talc, classified by IARC as a possible carcinogen, and a synthetic colorant (CI 47000) known as a contact sensitizer. The cleansing system combines traditional soap with a potentially drying synthetic surfactant.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Hydrated Magnesium Silicate and CI 47000 are 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
Undisclosed fragrance (allergens not named)
Rule PC-CAP-06
What's good
Uses a traditional soap base from coconut and palm oils
Contains several natural essential oils for scent
Watch out for
Undisclosed 'Fragrance' can be problematic for sensitive skin
Presence of Talc (Hydrated Magnesium Silicate), an IARC 2B classified substance
Sodium Alpha Olefin Sulfonate can be drying and irritating
CI 47000 is a known contact sensitizer
Essential oils contain natural fragrance allergens
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.
Talc
In July 2024 the International Agency for Research on Cancer classified talc as probably carcinogenic to humans (Group 2A), citing limited evidence of ovarian cancer in people and strong evidence of carcinogenic mechanisms. Talc that contains asbestos-like fibres is a separate, established carcinogen (Group 1), and talc can occur naturally alongside asbestos, which is why testing of the source matters. The classification rests mostly on perineal and inhalation exposure, so a rinse-off use is a lower exposure than a loose powder. Cornstarch-based powders avoid the question.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: IARC Monographs Volume 136 (2024), talc; US FDA talc testing programme
Talc: regulation, sources and other products →CI 47000
CI 47000 (D&C Yellow No. 11) is a synthetic quinoline dye and a well-documented contact sensitiser — it is one of the dyes screened for in patch testing. EU cosmetic rules restrict it to rinse-off products and bar it from anything applied to mucous membranes or the eye area. It is a colourant only: it delivers no benefit to the formulation.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex IV; SCCS; contact-dermatitis patch-test series
CI 47000: 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 →Decode Label Analysis
Contains 'Fragrance' (undisclosed fragrance mix), a common allergen and sensitizer for sensitive skin. EU regulations require specific declaration of known fragrance allergens above certain thresholds.
Contains Hydrated Magnesium Silicate (Talc), which IARC classifies as Group 2B, 'possibly carcinogenic to humans'. While the primary concern is inhalation, its presence in a cosmetic product is noted.
Contains CI 47000, a synthetic quinoline dye recognized as a contact sensitizer and restricted in cosmetics from mucous membrane contact by EU regulations.
Contains Sodium Alpha Olefin Sulfonate, a strong anionic surfactant that can be drying and irritating for sensitive skin.
Contains essential oils (Orange Oil, Patchouli Oil, Cinnamomum zeylanicum Leaf Oil, Lime Peel Oil) which naturally contain fragrance allergens that can cause sensitization in susceptible individuals.
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.
This is a benefit claim that cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition facts.
Coconut Oil is listed, but the label doesn't state the '2X' concentration, so the strength can't be confirmed.
This is the maker’s regulatory age/stage designation for the product — an ingredient list can’t confirm or deny it, so it’s classified separately rather than flagged as a doubtful claim.
The ingredient list contains more than 7 ingredients.
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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1.
Coconut Oil
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Palm Oil
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3.
Sodium Hydroxide
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4.
Stearic Acid
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Hydrated Magnesium Silicate
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WaterAqua
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Fragrance undisclosed fragrancePerfume
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Sodium Alpha Olefin Sulfonate
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Sodium Chloride
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Orange Oil
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Patchouli Oil
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Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Leaf Oil
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Wild Ginger Oil trace amount
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Sandalwood Oil trace amount
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Lime Peel Oil trace amount
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16.
Tetra Sodium EDTA
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Etidronic Acid
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CI 61565 synthetic colour
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19.
CI 47000 synthetic colour
Trace amounts: some named ingredients appear in token quantities or low in the list. At these concentrations a meaningful benefit is unlikely, and their front-of-pack prominence may not reflect their level in the formulation.
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
Fragrance allergens are substances EU cosmetics rules require to be named on the label (such as Limonene and Linalool). Fragrant botanicals such as essential oils are grouped with them because they can naturally contain such substances, but they are not on that list. They matter mainly for people with fragrance allergies or already-sensitive skin — not a general-population safety issue. Each named allergen takes a small deduction from the ingredient score, and a high count can cap it; fragrant botanicals take none. Naming them on the label is a transparency positive.
✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
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What are the ingredients in Ayurvedic Soap?
The label of Ayurvedic Soap lists 19 ingredients, in label order: Coconut oil, Palm oil, Sodium Hydroxide, STEARIC ACID, Hydrated Magnesium Silicate, Water, Fragrance, Sodium Alpha Olefin Sulfonate, Sodium Chloride, Orange Oil, Patchouli Oil, Cinnamomum zeylanicum Leaf Oil, Wild Ginger Oil, Sandalwood Oil, Lime Peel Oil, Tetra Sodium EDTA, Etidronic Acid, CI 61565, CI 47000. Flagged by the analysis: Hydrated Magnesium Silicate, CI 47000, Fragrance, Sodium Alpha Olefin Sulfonate, CI 61565.
Is Ayurvedic Soap safe to use?
Ayurvedic Soap scores 6.6/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This bathing bar contains 'Fragrance' which can be an issue for people with sensitive skin or fragrance allergies due to undisclosed components. It also includes Talc, classified by IARC as a possible carcinogen, and a synthetic colorant (CI 47000) known as a contact sensitizer. The cleansing system combines traditional soap with a potentially drying synthetic surfactant.
Why does Ayurvedic Soap score 6.6/10?
Flagged in the score: Undisclosed 'Fragrance' can be problematic for sensitive skin. Presence of Talc (Hydrated Magnesium Silicate), an IARC 2B classified substance. Sodium Alpha Olefin Sulfonate can be drying and irritating.
Who should avoid Ayurvedic Soap?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Sensitive skin or fragrance allergy; Avoiding Talc; Avoiding synthetic colorants; Prone to skin dryness.
Does Ayurvedic Soap contain allergens?
Yes — the label lists 4 fragrant botanicals (Orange Oil, Patchouli Oil, Cinnamomum zeylanicum Leaf Oil and Sandalwood Oil) that can naturally contain fragrance allergens. These matter mainly if you have sensitive skin or a known fragrance allergy.
Does Ayurvedic Soap 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 Ayurvedic Soap pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 4 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "FOR PROBLEM FREE, GLOWING SKIN" — can't be verified from the label. "2X COCONUT OIL" — can't be verified from the label. "80+ YRS OF AYURVEDA" — 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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