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Medimix Ayurvedic 18 Herbs Hand Wash

bath_body
5.5 Moderate

Decode Label Safety Score

Ingredient safety · 55% 6.2/10
Processing · 15% 7.0/10
Marketing · 30% 3.5/10
How we got 5.5 Show
Weighted score 5.5/10
Also flagged
Undisclosed fragrance (allergens not named)
Final score 5.5/10 · Moderate

Reviewed 5 times · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed

This hand wash contains a blend of botanical extracts, but its formulation is primarily driven by undisclosed surfactants and preservatives. The presence of Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone (MCI/MI) is a significant concern due to their strong sensitizing potential, especially in a product intended for frequent skin contact. The undisclosed 'Fragrance' also adds to the allergen risk for sensitive individuals. While the botanical extracts are present, their very low concentrations mean they are not counted as a formulation strength. This product is best avoided by individuals with sensitive skin or a history of contact allergies.

At a glance

From the declared label — not a lab test

Findings to weigh

Ingredient · worth noting Fragrance Undisclosed fragrance mix — common allergen; 3,000+ possible chemicals →

Contains strong sensitizing preservatives and undisclosed fragrance.

This hand wash includes a mix of botanical extracts, but its main functional ingredients are undisclosed surfactants and preservatives. It contains Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone (MCI/MI), which are known strong skin sensitizers and common causes of contact dermatitis. The product also lists 'Fragrance' without specifying its components, posing an additional allergen risk for sensitive individuals. The botanical ingredients are present in trace amounts, so their benefits are likely minimal.

Concern breakdown What drives the score, concern by concern · score out of 10, higher = fewer concerns
Key risks: Fragrance

Concern breakdown

Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concerns

How 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.

Carcinogen & Contaminant Risk Significant concern · 2.5/10

Triggered by CI 19140, CI 17200, CI 42090 — a synthetic colour on our aromatic-amine watch list (impurity risk). A colour-quality caution, not a finding that this product contains a carcinogen.

Fragrance & Allergen Load Significant concern · 3.0/10
Preservative Safety Minor concern · 7.0/10
Harsh Surfactants & Irritants No concern identified · 8.0/10
Endocrine-Active Ingredients No concern identified · 8.0/10
pH & Skin Barrier No concern identified · 8.0/10
Label Transparency No concern identified · 8.0/10

Why the score is capped

Undisclosed fragrance (allergens not named)

Rule PC-CAP-06

Watch out for

Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone (MCI/MI) are strong sensitizers and common causes of contact dermatitis, especially concerning in a product for frequent skin contact.

The undisclosed 'Fragrance' can contain numerous allergens, making it unsuitable for individuals with fragrance sensitivities.

Multiple artificial colorants are present, which may trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.

The botanical extracts are present in very low concentrations, making significant benefits unlikely.

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.

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 Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone (MCI/MI), strong sensitizers and common causes of contact dermatitis, restricted by EU SCCS for rinse-off products.

Contains undisclosed 'Fragrance', a common source of allergens and sensitizers, posing a risk for individuals with sensitive skin or fragrance allergies.

Contains multiple artificial colorants (CI 19140, CI 15985, CI 14700, CI 17200, CI 42090) which can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

Combined Effects interactions

5-Chloro-2-methylisothiazol-3(2H)-one 2-Methylisothiazol-3(2H)-one

These two preservatives are often used in combination (MCI/MI blend) and are known for their strong sensitizing potential, especially when used together. The combined presence increases the risk of contact allergy.

Fragrance 5-Chloro-2-methylisothiazol-3(2H)-one 2-Methylisothiazol-3(2H)-one

The combination of undisclosed fragrance and strong sensitizing preservatives (MCI/MI) significantly increases the overall risk of skin sensitization and allergic reactions for susceptible individuals.

Claim check

1 claim not supported by label data

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.

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"99.9% bacteria & fungal protection*" Not supported by label data

The label does not provide scientific data or testing results to substantiate the claimed percentage of bacteria and fungal protection.

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"VALUE PACK" Packaging / category descriptor

This describes the product’s packaging or its category, not a testable attribute of the food itself — so it’s classified separately rather than flagged as a doubtful claim.

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"Soft hands" Can't verify

The claim 'Soft hands' is a subjective benefit that cannot be verified from the ingredient list or other provided label information.

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"Nature Protect" Can't verify

The term 'Nature Protect' is a marketing phrase that cannot be verified from the ingredient list or other provided label information.

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"pH Balanced" Can't verify

The label does not provide the pH value of the product, so the claim of being 'pH Balanced' cannot be verified.

✓
"Medimix Ayurvedic" Checks out

The ingredient list contains numerous botanical ingredients, supporting the 'Ayurvedic' claim.

Zingiber zerumbet Hemidesmus indicus Smilax china Azadirachta indica
✓
"Power of 18 HERBS" Checks out

The ingredient list explicitly names 18 distinct botanical ingredients, supporting the claim of '18 HERBS'.

Zingiber zerumbet Hemidesmus indicus Smilax china Azadirachta indica
✓
"Paraben Free" Checks out

The ingredient list does not contain any parabens.

No parabens listed in ingredients
✓
"Soap Free" Checks out

The ingredient list does not contain traditional soap ingredients (e.g., fatty acid salts) but lists surfactants, indicating it is soap-free.

Surfactants listed No traditional soap ingredients listed
✓
"Triclosan Free" Checks out

The ingredient list does not contain Triclosan.

No Triclosan listed in 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.

  • 1.
    Zingiber zerumbet 0.0187 Active
    Zingiber zerumbet - 0.0187
  • 2.
    Hemidesmus indicus 0.00208 Active
    SVETA SARIVA (Rt.) / Hemidesmus indicus - 0.00208
  • 3.
    Smilax china 0.001 Active
    MADHUSNUHI (Rt.) / Smilax china - 0.001
  • 4.
    Azadirachta indica 0.00069 Active
    NIMBA (St. Bk.) / Azadirachta indica - 0.00069
  • 5.
    Acorus calamus 0.0003465 Active
    VACA (Rz.) / Acorus calamus - 0.0003465
  • 6.
    Vetiveria zizanioides 0.0003465 Active
    USIRA (Rt.) / Vetiveria zizanioides - 0.0003465
  • 7.
    Berberis aristata 0.0003465 Active
    DARUHARIDRA (St.) / Berberis aristata - 0.0003465
  • 8.
    Cedrus deodara 0.0003465 Active
    DEVADARU (Ht. Wd.) / Cedrus deodara - 0.0003465
  • 9.
    Celastrus paniculatus 0.0003465 Active
    JYOTISMATI (Sd.) / Celastrus paniculatus - 0.0003465
  • 10.
    Coriandrum sativum 0.0003465 Active
    DHANYAKA (Fr.) / Coriandrum sativum - 0.0003465
  • 11.
    Cuminum cyminum 0.0003465 Active
    SVETAJIRAKA (Fr.) / Cuminum cyminum - 0.0003465
  • 12.
    Plumbago indica 0.039 Active
    RAKTA CHITRAKA (Rt.) / Plumbago indica - 0.039
  • 13.
    Embelia ribes 0.0003465 Active
    VIDANGA (Fr.) / Embelia ribes - 0.0003465
  • 14.
    Glycyrrhiza glabra 0.0003465 Active
    YASTI (Rt.) / Glycyrrhiza glabra - 0.0003465
  • 15.
    Holarrhena antidysenterica 0.0003465 Active
    INDRAYAVA (Sd.) / Holarrhena antidysenterica - 0.0003465
  • 16.
    Nigella sativa 0.0003465 Active
    UPAKUNCIKA (Sd.) / Nigella sativa - 0.0003465
  • 17.
    Psoralea corylifolia 0.000465 Active
    BAKUCI (Sd.) / Psoralea corylifolia - 0.000465
  • 18.
    Commiphora wightii 0.0003036 Active
    GUGGULU (Exd.) / Commiphora wightii - 0.0003036.
  • 19.
    5-Chloro-2-methylisothiazol-3(2H)-one
    5-Chloro-2-methyl-isothiazol-3(2H)-one
  • 20.
    2-Methylisothiazol-3(2H)-one
  • 21.
    Natural Vegetable oils
  • 22.
    Surfactants
  • 23.
    Thickener
  • 24.
    Fragrance undisclosed fragrance
    Perfume
  • 25.
    CI 19140 synthetic colour
    CI No.19140
  • 26.
    CI 15985 synthetic colour
    CI No.15985
  • 27.
    CI 14700 synthetic colour
    CI No.14700
  • 28.
    CI 17200 synthetic colour
    CI No.17200
  • 29.
    CI 42090 synthetic colour
    CI No.42090

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.

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What are the ingredients in Medimix Ayurvedic 18 Herbs Hand Wash?

The label of Medimix Ayurvedic 18 Herbs Hand Wash lists 29 ingredients, in label order: Zingiber zerumbet, Hemidesmus indicus, Smilax china, Azadirachta indica, Acorus calamus, Vetiveria zizanioides, Berberis aristata, Cedrus deodara, Celastrus paniculatus, Coriandrum sativum, Cuminum cyminum, Plumbago indica, Embelia ribes, Glycyrrhiza glabra, Holarrhena antidysenterica, Nigella sativa, Psoralea corylifolia, Commiphora wightii, 5-Chloro-2-methylisothiazol-3(2H)-one, 2-Methylisothiazol-3(2H)-one, Natural Vegetable oils, Surfactants, Thickener, Fragrance, CI 19140, CI 15985, CI 14700, CI 17200, CI 42090. Flagged by the analysis: Fragrance, 5-Chloro-2-methylisothiazol-3(2H)-one, 2-Methylisothiazol-3(2H)-one, CI 19140, CI 15985 and 3 more.

Is Medimix Ayurvedic 18 Herbs Hand Wash safe to use?

Medimix Ayurvedic 18 Herbs Hand Wash scores 5.5/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This hand wash includes a mix of botanical extracts, but its main functional ingredients are undisclosed surfactants and preservatives. It contains Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone (MCI/MI), which are known strong skin sensitizers and common causes of contact dermatitis. The product also lists 'Fragrance' without specifying its components, posing an additional allergen risk for sensitive individuals. The botanical ingredients are present in trace amounts, so their benefits are likely minimal.

Why does Medimix Ayurvedic 18 Herbs Hand Wash score 5.5/10?

Flagged in the score: The undisclosed 'Fragrance' can contain numerous allergens, making it unsuitable for individuals with fragrance sensitivities. Also noted: Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone (MCI/MI) are strong sensitizers and common causes of contact dermatitis, especially concerning in a product for frequent skin contact. Multiple artificial colorants are present, which may trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.

Who should avoid Medimix Ayurvedic 18 Herbs Hand Wash?

The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Sensitive skin; Fragrance allergy; Contact dermatitis; Eczema.

Does Medimix Ayurvedic 18 Herbs Hand Wash contain allergens?

Yes — the label lists a fragrant botanical (Vetiveria zizanioides) that can naturally contain fragrance allergens. These matter mainly if you have sensitive skin or a known fragrance allergy.

Does Medimix Ayurvedic 18 Herbs Hand Wash 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 Medimix Ayurvedic 18 Herbs Hand Wash pack accurate?

Decode Label checked 9 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "99.9% bacteria & fungal protection*" — misleading. "Soft hands" — can't be verified from the label. "Nature Protect" — 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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