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Payokil
Decode Label Safety Score
How we got 5.5 ShowHide
Rates 9.1/10 on the rest of its formulation — the cap is a targeted caution, not a problem with the whole product.
Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This oral care product features a blend of traditional botanical ingredients and mineral salts. The formulation is primarily driven by Sfatika (alum) and a high proportion of botanical barks and spices. While many ingredients offer traditional benefits, the lack of a disclosed cleansing or carrier base (such as a soap or surfactant system) means the full formulation cannot be assessed for safety or efficacy. This transparency gap is the main factor limiting the overall safety assessment, as the bulk of the product's composition remains unknown. Individuals with sensitive oral mucosa or those prone to irritation should be cautious due to the presence of astringent and pungent ingredients like alum, black pepper, and camphor, which could be irritating.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Kikar Chhal
- Akarkara
- Dandasha
- Neem Chhal
- Kali Mirch
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Traditional oral care with astringent botanicals; carrier base undisclosed
This oral care product contains a mix of traditional plant barks, spices, and mineral salts, with Sfatika (alum) and Neem Chhal being prominent. The label does not fully disclose the base ingredients that carry these actives, making a complete safety assessment difficult. People with sensitive mouths should be cautious due to potentially irritating ingredients like alum, black pepper, and camphor.
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Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for oral care. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Why the score is capped
Ingredient list looks incomplete — no cleansing/carrier base disclosed (actives only)
Rule PC-CAP-16
What's good
Rich in traditional botanical ingredients like Neem Chhal and Kikar Chhal, known for their oral health benefits.
Includes mineral salts like Sendha Namak for cleansing properties.
Watch out for
Incomplete ingredient disclosure, lacking a base formulation for full assessment.
High concentration of Sfatika (Alum) may be irritating for sensitive users.
Presence of pungent and potentially irritating ingredients like Kali Mirch and Karpur.
Decode Label Analysis
The ingredient list appears incomplete, as it only lists active ingredients without a disclosed cleansing or carrier base (e.g., soap base, surfactant, water, or oil phase). This lack of full disclosure prevents a complete safety and formulation assessment.
Contains Sfatika (Alum), a strong astringent, which may cause irritation or dryness in sensitive oral mucosa. Its high concentration (25.4%) warrants caution.
Contains Kali Mirch (Black Pepper) and Karpur (Camphor), which can be irritating to sensitive oral tissues or mucous membranes.
Combined Effects interactions
The combination of Sfatika (alum), Kali Mirch (black pepper), and Karpur (camphor) can lead to increased irritation or astringency, particularly for individuals with sensitive oral mucosa. Alum is a strong astringent, while black pepper and camphor are known irritants.
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.
ISO certification is a regulatory designation that cannot be checked from the ingredient list.
The claim of being a 'very useful Ayurvedic remedy in Pyorrhoea' is a health benefit claim that cannot be verified from the ingredient list alone.
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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Kikar Chhal 19.047%कीकर छाल
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Akarkara 6.349%अकरकरा
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Dandasha 6.349%दंदाशा
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Neem Chhal 19.047%नीम छाल
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Kali Mirch 12.698%काली मिर्च
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Sendha Namak 6.349%सेंधा नमक
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Sfatika 25.4%स्फटिका
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Karpur 1.587% trace amountकर्पूर
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Sat Ajwain 3.174%सत अजवायन
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.
✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
About this ingredient
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No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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What are the ingredients in Payokil?
The label of Payokil lists 9 ingredients, in label order: Kikar Chhal, Akarkara, Dandasha, Neem Chhal, Kali Mirch, Sendha Namak, Sfatika, Karpur, Sat Ajwain. None of them is flagged by the analysis.
Is Payokil safe to use?
Payokil scores 5.5/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This oral care product contains a mix of traditional plant barks, spices, and mineral salts, with Sfatika (alum) and Neem Chhal being prominent. The label does not fully disclose the base ingredients that carry these actives, making a complete safety assessment difficult. People with sensitive mouths should be cautious due to potentially irritating ingredients like alum, black pepper, and camphor.
Why does Payokil score 5.5/10?
What the analysis notes: Incomplete ingredient disclosure, lacking a base formulation for full assessment. High concentration of Sfatika (Alum) may be irritating for sensitive users. Presence of pungent and potentially irritating ingredients like Kali Mirch and Karpur.
Who should avoid Payokil?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Sensitive oral mucosa or gum irritation; Avoiding astringent ingredients like alum; Allergy to specific botanicals or essential oils.
Are the claims on the Payokil pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 2 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "An ISO 9001:2000 Certified Company" — can't be verified from the label. "VERY USEFUL AYURVEDIC REMEDY IN PYORRHOEA" — can't be verified from the label.
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