Free & Clear Hand Soap vs Hand Wash Free And Clear 12 Ounce Packaging May Vary (Pack of 2): which is safer?
Ecos Free & Clear Hand Soap is our pick: better on PFAS and on the overall hazard picture.
Our pick
Ecos
Free & Clear Hand Soap
PFAS grade
A 100/100
Overall grade
A 100/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
none flagged
Material
Water-based plant-derived surfactants, glycerin, mineral salts
Confidence
78%
Seventh Generation
Hand Wash Free And Clear 12 Ounce Packaging May Vary (Pack of 2)
PFAS grade
A 100/100
Overall grade
A 96/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 1
Material
aqueous liquid hand soap with plant-based surfactants
Confidence
82%
PossibleSkin irritation from surfactant concentration
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