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Ever White Foaming Face Wash
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Reviewed 4 times · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
The score is capped for a specific safety reason, set out below. This face wash contains Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone (MCI/MI), a preservative blend classified by the EU SCCS as potent contact sensitizers and prohibited in leave-on cosmetics. While permitted in rinse-off products at restricted concentrations, their presence still poses a significant risk for sensitisation, especially for individuals with sensitive skin or a history of allergies. The inclusion of an undisclosed 'Fragrance' further increases the potential for allergic reactions due to unlisted allergens. These factors make it a concern most relevant to those prone to skin sensitivities.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Decyl Glucoside
- Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
- Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Vitamin-E Acetate
- Glycerin
Contains potent sensitizing preservatives and undisclosed fragrance.
The score is capped for a specific safety reason, set out below. This face wash includes Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone, preservatives known to cause skin allergies and banned from leave-on products in the EU. Although it's a rinse-off product, the risk of sensitisation remains. It also contains an undisclosed 'Fragrance', which can hide common allergens, making it unsuitable for people with sensitive or allergy-prone skin.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Methylchloroisothiazolinone is declared.
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
Contains an isothiazolinone contact sensitizer — MCI/MI (EU SCCS)
Rule PC-CAP-15
Undisclosed fragrance (allergens not named)
Rule PC-CAP-06
What's good
Uses mild primary surfactants (Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine) which are generally gentle on the skin.
Includes beneficial antioxidants like Vitamin E Acetate and Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate.
Watch out for
The presence of Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone (MCI/MI) is a major concern for skin sensitisation and allergic reactions.
Undisclosed 'Fragrance' can contain numerous allergens, making it problematic for sensitive skin.
Coco Diethanolamide (Cocamide DEA) is a concern due to potential nitrosamine formation and residual DEA.
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.
Methylisothiazolinone
MI and its chlorinated partner MCI are preservatives and recognised contact sensitisers. After MI replaced parabens in many products, European dermatology clinics recorded a sharp rise in contact allergy to it. Contact allergy, once acquired, is usually long-lasting, so people already sensitised to MI are advised to avoid it. EU rules ban MI from leave-on cosmetics (since 2017) and limit it to 15 ppm in rinse-off products. Whether a particular product causes a reaction depends on the person, the concentration and the contact time, which the label alone cannot show.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EU Regulation 2017/1224; SCCS Opinion SCCS/1521/13; British Journal of Dermatology (MI epidemic)
Methylisothiazolinone: 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 Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone (MCI/MI), a preservative blend classified by the EU SCCS as potent contact sensitizers. These are prohibited in EU leave-on cosmetics and restricted in rinse-off products due to high sensitizing potential.
Contains 'Fragrance' without specific disclosure of individual fragrance allergens. This lack of transparency can hide common sensitizers and allergens, posing a risk for individuals with sensitive skin or fragrance allergies (EU Reg. 1223/2009).
Coco Diethanolamide (Cocamide DEA) is a foam booster that can contain residual diethanolamine (DEA), which is a potential carcinogen and can form carcinogenic nitrosamines. It is restricted in some regions due to these concerns.
Combined Effects interactions
The combination of potent contact sensitizers (MCI/MI) and an undisclosed fragrance blend significantly increases the overall risk of skin irritation, allergic reactions, and sensitisation for susceptible individuals. Both ingredient types are known to trigger adverse skin responses, and their combined presence creates a higher cumulative burden on the skin's immune system.
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 describes the product's form and function, which cannot be verified from the ingredient list alone.
This is a performance claim that cannot be verified from the ingredient list.
The claim describes the product's function and form, which cannot be verified from the ingredient list alone.
The claim describes the product's texture and function, which cannot be verified from the ingredient list alone.
The ingredient list includes L-Glutathione.
The ingredient list includes Sodium Cory Phosphate, which is likely a misspelling or variant of Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate.
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Present in trace amounts
Listed near the end of the ingredient list, so present in small quantities — not counted as a headline benefit.
✓ 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 Ever White Foaming Face Wash?
The label of Ever White Foaming Face Wash lists 16 ingredients, in label order: Aqua, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Disodium EDTA, Coco Diethanolamide, Vitamin-E Acetate, Glycerin, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, L-Glutathione, Tween-20, PEG-12 Dimethicone, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Fragrance. Flagged by the analysis: Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Fragrance, Coco Diethanolamide.
Is Ever White Foaming Face Wash safe to use?
Ever White Foaming Face Wash scores 3.5/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). The score is capped for a specific safety reason, set out below. This face wash includes Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone, preservatives known to cause skin allergies and banned from leave-on products in the EU. Although it's a rinse-off product, the risk of sensitisation remains. It also contains an undisclosed 'Fragrance', which can hide common allergens, making it unsuitable for people with sensitive or allergy-prone skin.
Why does Ever White Foaming Face Wash score 3.5/10?
Flagged in the score: The presence of Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone (MCI/MI) is a major concern for skin sensitisation and allergic reactions. Undisclosed 'Fragrance' can contain numerous allergens, making it problematic for sensitive skin. Coco Diethanolamide (Cocamide DEA) is a concern due to potential nitrosamine formation and residual DEA.
Who should avoid Ever White Foaming Face Wash?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Sensitive skin; Fragrance allergy; Contact dermatitis; Eczema.
Does Ever White Foaming Face 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 Ever White Foaming Face Wash pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 6 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "WHITE FOAMING FACE WASH" — can't be verified from the label. "INSTANT SQUEAKY SKIN" — can't be verified from the label. "DEEP CLEANSING FACIAL FOAM" — 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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