Ingredient Glossary
Every compound we’ve reviewed, rated Clean, Use Caution or Avoid — with the research behind each call. Search by any name you see on a label, including INCI and French names.
Clean
Gentle Surfactants & Humectants
Mild, well-studied formulation basics (sodium hydroxide is fully reacted in soap-making).
Clean
Salt
Everyday seasoning; no toxic-burden concern at normal use (sodium intake is a nutrition question, not a toxin).