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Forest Essentials Facial Cleanser With Kashmiri Saffron & Neem
Decode Label Safety Score
How we got 7.0 ShowHide
Rates 8.8/10 on the rest of its formulation — the cap is a targeted caution, not a problem with the whole product.
Reviewed 5 times · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This face wash offers a blend of botanical extracts and mild cleansing agents, making it generally suitable for most skin types. However, the presence of undisclosed 'Preservatives' and 'Sugandhit Dravya' (fragrance) raises transparency concerns, as specific compounds and potential allergens are not identified. Individuals with sensitive skin or known allergies to fragrance should exercise caution due to the unknown nature of these ingredients.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Calendula officinalis Flower Extract
- Pandanus odoratissimus Leaf Extract
- Rosa centifolia Flower Extract
- Crocus sativus Stigma Extract
- Hemidesmus indicus Root Extract
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Botanical-rich face wash with undisclosed preservatives and fragrance.
This face wash features numerous plant extracts and gentle surfactants, which are good for skin. However, it contains undisclosed preservatives and a generic 'Sugandhit Dravya' (fragrance) without specifying the exact chemicals. This lack of transparency means potential irritants or allergens are not identified, which is a concern for sensitive individuals.
Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for skincare. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Why the score is capped
Undisclosed generic ingredient (specific compound not named)
Rule PC-CAP-08
Undisclosed fragrance (allergens not named)
Rule PC-CAP-06
What's good
Rich in botanical extracts with soothing, antioxidant, and conditioning properties
Uses multiple mild, gentle surfactants (Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Decyl Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Coco Glucoside) suitable for sensitive skin
Contains effective humectants like Glycerin and Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate for hydration
Includes Niacinamide, a beneficial skin-conditioning agent
Watch out for
Undisclosed 'Preservatives' may contain sensitizers or irritants
Undisclosed 'Sugandhit Dravya' (fragrance) is a common source of skin irritation and allergic reactions for sensitive individuals
Decode Label Analysis
The product contains 'Preservatives' and 'Sugandhit Dravya' (fragrance) without specific disclosure of the chemical compounds. This lack of transparency makes it impossible to identify potential allergens or irritants, which is a concern for individuals with sensitive skin or fragrance allergies. (EU SCCS)
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 claim 'Delicate Facial Cleanser' is a product description and cannot be verified from the ingredient list alone.
The ingredient list includes Crocus sativus Stigma Extract (Kashmiri Saffron) and Azadirachta indica leaf extract (Neem).
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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
Who should take caution
About this ingredient
No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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What are the ingredients in Forest Essentials Facial Cleanser With Kashmiri Saffron & Neem?
The label of Forest Essentials Facial Cleanser With Kashmiri Saffron & Neem lists 23 ingredients, in label order: Calendula officinalis Flower Extract, Pandanus odoratissimus Leaf Extract, Rosa centifolia Flower Extract, Jasminum grandiflorum Flower Extract, Crocus sativus Stigma Extract, Hemidesmus indicus Root Extract, Mesua ferrea Leaf Extract, Nymphaea alba Flower Extract, Honey, Cynodon dactylon Root Extract, Azadirachta indica leaf extract, Aqua, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Glycerin, Decyl Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Hydroxyethyl Cellulose, Coco Glucoside, Preservatives, Sugandhit Dravya, Niacinamide, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Gluconate. Flagged by the analysis: Sugandhit Dravya.
Is Forest Essentials Facial Cleanser With Kashmiri Saffron & Neem safe to use?
Forest Essentials Facial Cleanser With Kashmiri Saffron & Neem scores 7.0/10 on Decode Label (Favorable). This face wash features numerous plant extracts and gentle surfactants, which are good for skin. However, it contains undisclosed preservatives and a generic 'Sugandhit Dravya' (fragrance) without specifying the exact chemicals. This lack of transparency means potential irritants or allergens are not identified, which is a concern for sensitive individuals.
Why does Forest Essentials Facial Cleanser With Kashmiri Saffron & Neem score 7.0/10?
Flagged in the score: Undisclosed 'Sugandhit Dravya' (fragrance) is a common source of skin irritation and allergic reactions for sensitive individuals. Also noted: Undisclosed 'Preservatives' may contain sensitizers or irritants.
Who should avoid Forest Essentials Facial Cleanser With Kashmiri Saffron & Neem?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Sensitive skin; Fragrance allergy; Contact dermatitis.
Does Forest Essentials Facial Cleanser With Kashmiri Saffron & Neem contain allergens?
Yes — the label lists a fragrant botanical (Jasminum grandiflorum Flower Extract) that can naturally contain fragrance allergens. These matter mainly if you have sensitive skin or a known fragrance allergy.
Does Forest Essentials Facial Cleanser With Kashmiri Saffron & Neem contain fragrance?
Yes — the ingredient list includes Sugandhit Dravya. 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 Forest Essentials Facial Cleanser With Kashmiri Saffron & Neem pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 2 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "Delicate Facial Cleanser" — 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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