Dr Bronner's Baby Unscented Pure Castile Liquid Soap vs Dr Bronner's Organic Sugar Soap: which is safer?
Dr Bronner's Organic Sugar Soap is our pick: better on PFAS and on the overall hazard picture.
Cetyl
Dr Bronner's Baby Unscented Pure Castile Liquid Soap
PFAS grade
A 90/100
Overall grade
C 76/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
saponified vegetable oils (castile base), no protective coatings
Confidence
88%
PossibleMicrobial contamination in use
ReportedSkin irritation from high pH or saponin content
Our pick
Dr. Bronner's
Dr Bronner's Organic Sugar Soap
PFAS grade
A 90/100
Overall grade
B 82/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
Organic coconut oil, olive oil, and plant-based soap base
Confidence
88%
PossibleFragrance allergen load (essential oils)
PossibleHeavy metals in botanical extracts (cadmium, lead)
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