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The Honest Company

The Honest Company 2-in-1 Baby Shampoo & Body Wash

The Honest Company 2-in-1 Baby Shampoo & Body Wash, Fragrance-Free, Tear-Free, Hypoallergenic, Naturally Derived, Sensitive Skin, 10 fl oz

Ingredient Snapshot

21 beneficial ingredients detected with no known safety concerns.

No flagged ingredients detected — all analysed ingredients are considered safe.

Ingredients (21)

Aqua (Water)(Water)

Benefits

  • Primary solvent that dissolves and delivers active ingredients

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Water as Used in Cosmetics: Water (Aqua) is reviewed by the CIR Expert Panel and is widely accepted as safe for use in cosmetic products. It functions as a solvent and vehicle for delivering other ingredients to the skin.

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice(Aloe Vera)

Benefits

  • Soothes and hydrates skin
  • Calms irritation
  • Well-tolerated by baby skin

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Aloe Barbadensis as Used in Cosmetics: The CIR Expert Panel reviewed aloe barbadensis leaf juice (aloe vera gel) and found it safe as used in cosmetics. It functions as a skin-conditioning and soothing agent. The Panel noted it is not a sensitiser at concentrations used in cosmetics.

CTPA

CTPA Ingredient Library — Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice: CTPA lists aloe barbadensis leaf juice as a safe skin-conditioning and soothing ingredient with a long history of use in cosmetics. It is well tolerated by most skin types and is considered non-sensitising at cosmetic concentrations.

Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine(Coconut-Derived Surfactant)

Benefits

  • Mild amphoteric surfactant from coconut
  • Boosts foam
  • Enhances gentleness in cleansing formulas

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine: The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Coconut-Derived Surfactant and concluded it is safe as used in cosmetic formulations. Primary documented benefit: Mild amphoteric surfactant from coconut

CTPA

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredient Profile — Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine: The CTPA lists Coconut-Derived Surfactant as a safe and well-established cosmetic ingredient. Boosts foam

Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate(Glucose-Derived Cleanser)

Benefits

  • Gentle glucose-derived surfactant
  • Well-tolerated by sensitive and baby skin

Sources

FDA

CIR/FDA Ingredient Assessment — Not Found in Regulatory Databases: No published safety assessment was found for this ingredient in the CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review), FDA, CTPA, or MFDS regulatory databases at the time of review. This does not necessarily indicate a safety concern; many ingredients in common use have not been formally assessed by these bodies.

Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate(Amino Acid Cleanser)

Benefits

  • Mild amino acid surfactant from coconut and glutamic acid
  • Very gentle — suitable for sensitive skin

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate: The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Amino Acid Cleanser and concluded it is safe as used in cosmetic formulations. Primary documented benefit: Mild amino acid surfactant from coconut and glutamic acid

CTPA

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredient Profile — Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate: The CTPA lists Amino Acid Cleanser as a safe and well-established cosmetic ingredient. Very gentle — suitable for sensitive skin

Sodium Chloride(Salt)

Benefits

  • Adjusts thickness and texture of cleanser

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Sodium Chloride as Used in Cosmetics (2020): The CIR Expert Panel concluded that sodium chloride is safe for use in cosmetic products at the concentrations used as a viscosity-adjusting agent.

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate(Coconut Isethionate)

Benefits

  • One of the mildest cleansing agents available
  • Creamy gentle lather from coconut

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate as Used in Cosmetics: The CIR Expert Panel found sodium cocoyl isethionate safe as used in cosmetics. It is a mild, coconut-derived surfactant that gently cleanses without significantly disrupting the skin's moisture barrier. The Panel found no significant irritation or sensitisation at concentrations used in cosmetics.

CTPA

CTPA Ingredient Library — Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate: CTPA lists sodium cocoyl isethionate as a safe, mild surfactant derived from coconut oil. It is considered one of the gentler cleansing agents used in cosmetics and is well tolerated by sensitive skin types.

Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract(Calendula Extract)

Benefits

  • Soothing and anti-inflammatory properties
  • Calms sensitive and baby skin

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract: The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Calendula Extract and concluded it is safe as used in cosmetic formulations. Primary documented benefit: Soothing and anti-inflammatory properties

CTPA

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredient Profile — Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract: The CTPA lists Calendula Extract as a safe and well-established cosmetic ingredient. Calms sensitive and baby skin

Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract(Chamomile Extract)

Benefits

  • Calming and anti-inflammatory properties
  • Reduces redness
  • Soothes sensitive skin

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract: The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Chamomile Extract and concluded it is safe as used in cosmetic formulations. Primary documented benefit: Calming and anti-inflammatory properties

CTPA

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredient Profile — Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract: The CTPA lists Chamomile Extract as a safe and well-established cosmetic ingredient. Reduces redness

Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract(Coconut Fruit Extract)

Benefits

  • Conditions and softens skin
  • Light moisturizing effect

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract: The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Coconut Fruit Extract and concluded it is safe as used in cosmetic formulations. Primary documented benefit: Conditions and softens skin

CTPA

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredient Profile — Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract: The CTPA lists Coconut Fruit Extract as a safe and well-established cosmetic ingredient. Light moisturizing effect

Glycerin(Glycerol)

Benefits

  • Humectant preventing cleansing-related dryness
  • Keeps skin hydrated post-wash

Sources

FDA

FDA GRAS Database — Glycerin: Glycerin (glycerol) is affirmed as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA. As a cosmetic ingredient, it is one of the most widely used and well-tolerated humectants, drawing moisture from the environment to the outer layers of the skin.

Caprylyl Glycol

Benefits

  • Moisturizes and conditions skin
  • Boosts preservative efficacy

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Caprylyl Glycol: The CIR Expert Panel concludes that caprylyl glycol is safe as used in cosmetic formulations as a skin conditioner and preservative booster.

CTPA

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredients — Caprylyl Glycol: Caprylyl glycol is approved for cosmetic use in the EU as a multifunctional ingredient providing skin conditioning and antimicrobial preservation boosting activity.

Panthenol(Vitamin B5)

Benefits

  • Deeply moisturizes and soothes
  • Promotes skin healing
  • Gentle for baby skin

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Panthenol as Used in Cosmetics: The CIR Expert Panel found panthenol (provitamin B5) safe as used in cosmetic formulations. It functions as a humectant and skin-conditioning agent, improving skin hydration and supporting barrier function, with no significant irritation or sensitisation concerns.

CTPA

CTPA Ingredient Library — Panthenol: CTPA lists panthenol as a safe humectant and skin-conditioning agent. As provitamin B5, it supports healthy skin cell metabolism. It is well tolerated and considered safe for sensitive skin.

Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride(Guar Conditioning Agent)

Benefits

  • Natural guar gum derivative
  • Conditions hair and skin
  • Reduces friction and improves softness after rinsing

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride: The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Guar Conditioning Agent and concluded it is safe as used in cosmetic formulations. Primary documented benefit: Natural guar gum derivative

CTPA

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredient Profile — Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride: The CTPA lists Guar Conditioning Agent as a safe and well-established cosmetic ingredient. Conditions hair and skin

Caprylhydroxamic Acid

Benefits

  • Naturally derived broad-spectrum preservative
  • Gentler alternative to parabens

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Caprylhydroxamic Acid: The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Caprylhydroxamic Acid and concluded it is safe as used in cosmetic formulations. Primary documented benefit: Naturally derived broad-spectrum preservative

CTPA

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredient Profile — Caprylhydroxamic Acid: The CTPA lists Caprylhydroxamic Acid as a safe and well-established cosmetic ingredient. Gentler alternative to parabens

Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate(EDDS (Biodegradable Chelator))

Benefits

  • Biodegradable chelator stabilizing formula
  • Boosts preservative efficacy

Sources

FDA

CIR/FDA Ingredient Assessment — Not Found in Regulatory Databases: No published safety assessment was found for this ingredient in the CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review), FDA, CTPA, or MFDS regulatory databases at the time of review. This does not necessarily indicate a safety concern; many ingredients in common use have not been formally assessed by these bodies.

Sodium Benzoate

Benefits

  • Preservative effective against bacteria and fungi
  • Safe at low concentrations

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Benzoic Acid and Sodium Benzoate as Used in Cosmetics (2021): The CIR Expert Panel concluded that sodium benzoate is safe for use in cosmetics as a preservative at the concentrations used in current practice (typically ≤0.5%).

Sodium PCA

Benefits

  • Component of skin's natural moisturizing factor (NMF)
  • Effectively attracts and retains moisture

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Sodium PCA: The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Sodium PCA and concluded it is safe as used in cosmetic formulations. Primary documented benefit: Component of skin's natural moisturizing factor (NMF)

CTPA

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredient Profile — Sodium PCA: The CTPA lists Sodium PCA as a safe and well-established cosmetic ingredient. Effectively attracts and retains moisture

Coconut Acid(Coconut Fatty Acids)

Benefits

  • Conditions skin
  • Helps formula rinse cleanly

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Coconut Acid: The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Coconut Fatty Acids and concluded it is safe as used in cosmetic formulations. Primary documented benefit: Conditions skin

CTPA

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredient Profile — Coconut Acid: The CTPA lists Coconut Fatty Acids as a safe and well-established cosmetic ingredient. Helps formula rinse cleanly

Glutamic Acid(Glutamic Acid (Amino Acid))

Benefits

  • Amino acid naturally found in skin proteins
  • Conditions skin and maintains moisture balance

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Amino Acids as Used in Cosmetics (2013): The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel reviewed amino acids as used in cosmetic formulations and concluded they are safe for use in cosmetics in current practices of use and concentration. Amino acids function as skin-conditioning agents and humectants, supporting moisture retention and skin barrier health.

Citric Acid

Benefits

  • Fine-tunes formula pH and maintains stability

Sources

FDA

CIR Safety Assessment of Alpha Hydroxy Acids as Used in Cosmetics: The CIR Expert Panel reviewed citric acid as part of its assessment of alpha hydroxy acids. It is safe at concentrations used as a pH adjuster. At higher active exfoliant concentrations, the Panel recommended consumer advisories on increased photosensitivity.

CTPA

CTPA Ingredient Library — Citric Acid: CTPA lists citric acid as a safe, permitted cosmetic ingredient functioning as a pH adjuster. At higher concentrations where it acts as an active AHA exfoliant, CTPA advises appropriate labelling regarding potential skin sensitivity.

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