Hand Soap, ranked by PFAS safety

125 products graded A to F, safest first. 125 earn a C or better and are worth buying.

Buyer’s guide

What to look for in hand soap, and which brands grade best and worst

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AvoidC
Desert Essence Probiotic Hand Sanitizer

Desert Essence

Desert Essence Probiotic Hand Sanitizer

75/100 safety

Hand sanitizer gel carries lower PFAS concern.

BetterC
Neutrogena Fragrance Free Facial Cleansing Formula 8oz Liquid Soap New In Box - Beauty

Neutrogena

Neutrogena Fragrance Free Facial Cleansing Formula 8oz Liquid Soap New In Box - Beauty

75/100 safety

Lower PFAS concern, simple rinse-off cleanser with no known treatment triggers.

Best pickA
Ecos Orange Hand Soap

Ecos

Ecos Orange Hand Soap

100/100 safety

Lower concern, solid plant-based formula with credible third-party oversight; no PFAS-prone materials.

Worth buying graded C or better, safest first

Ecos Orange Hand Soap

Ecos

Orange Hand Soap

Plant-based surfactants, water, essential oils (orange)

A
A
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS2 flags

Lower concern, solid plant-based formula with credible third-party oversight; no PFAS-prone materials.

EPA Safer ChoiceLeaping BunnyEWG Verified

Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Seventh Generation Hand Wash, Free Clean

Seventh Generation

Hand Wash, Free Clean

aqueous surfactants, botanicals, water-based formula

A
A
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; buy with confidence if skin-sensitivity is a priority.

MADE SAFEEWG Verified

Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Seventh Generation Liquid Hand Soap Free & Clean

Seventh Generation

Liquid Hand Soap Free & Clean

Water-based liquid soap formulation

A
A
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS2 flags

Lower-concern choice; no PFAS expected in liquid soap format, but verification limited to brand claims.

Seventh Generation Certified

Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Seventh Generation Unscented Free & Clean Hand Wash

Seventh Generation

Unscented Free & Clean Hand Wash

water-based liquid soap (aqueous formula)

A
A
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS1 flag

Lower-concern hand wash; third-party certified and water-based with no known PFAS use in formulation.

MADE SAFE Certified

Verified PFAS-free by a third party

4 Pack - Seventh Generation Purely Clean Lavender Flower & Mint Hand

Seventh Generation

4 Pack - Seventh Generation Purely Clean Lavender Flower & Mint Hand

water-based formula, aqueous surfactants

A
A
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS1 flag

Lower concern; liquid hand wash with transparent ingredient disclosure and reputable eco-certifications.

EPA Safer ChoiceEcos Certified

Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Seventh Generation Purely Clean Hand Wash Fresh Lemon & Tea Tree Scent

Seventh Generation

Purely Clean Hand Wash Fresh Lemon & Tea Tree Scent

water, plant-derived surfactants, essential oils

A
A
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS1 flag

Lower concern; simple aqueous formula with MADE SAFE validation and no PFAS-typical use case.

MADE SAFELeaping Bunny

Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Seventh Generation Hand Wash Free And Clear 12 Ounce Packaging May Vary (Pack of 2)

Seventh Generation

Hand Wash Free And Clear 12 Ounce Packaging May Vary (Pack of 2)

aqueous liquid hand soap with plant-based surfactants

A
A
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS1 flag

Lower PFAS concern; MADE SAFE certified liquid soap with transparent ingredient disclosure.

MADE SAFE Certified

Verified PFAS-free by a third party

ECOS Hand Soap

Ecos

Hand Soap

Water, plant-derived surfactants, botanical extracts

A
B
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS3 flags

Lower PFAS concern, simple plant-based liquid soap with no known risk vectors.

ECOLOGOUSDA Biobased

Verified PFAS-free by a third party

ECOS Free & Clear Hand Soap Refill

Ecos

Free & Clear Hand Soap Refill

water-based surfactants, plant-derived cleansers, aqueous liquid

A
A
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS1 flag

Lower-concern hand soap; transparency-forward brand with PFAS-free positioning and third-party safety certification.

MADE SAFE CertifiedECOS certified B-Corp

Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Ecos Free & Clear Hand Soap

Ecos

Free & Clear Hand Soap

Water-based plant-derived surfactants, glycerin, mineral salts

A
A
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS

Lower PFAS concern, simple soap with credible third-party vetting.

MADE SAFE CertifiedEWG Verified

Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Dr. Bronner's Pure Castile Magic Soap Refill Baby Unscented 32 fl oz

Dr. Bronner's

Pure Castile Magic Soap Refill Baby Unscented 32 fl oz

Plant-based castile soap (saponified coconut, palm, olive, and jojoba oils)

A
C
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern, liquid castile soap has no functional need for PFAS chemistry.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Liquid Hand Soap

Burt's Bees

Liquid Hand Soap

Aqueous soap base, essential oils, plant extracts

A
B
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS2 flags

Lower-concern choice, liquid hand soap formulation has no inherent need for PFAS.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Green Tea & Lemongrass Hand Soap

Burt's Bees

Green Tea & Lemongrass Hand Soap

aqueous soap base, natural plant extracts

A
B
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS1 flag

Lower-concern hand soap; no PFAS-prone formulation or coating identified.

Risky category by default

Dr Bronner's Organic Sugar Soap

Bronkaid

Dr Bronner's Organic Sugar Soap

organic plant oils, coconut oil, saponified oils, sugar

A
C
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS3 flags

Liquid soap formulation. Lower PFAS concern for use case.

USDA OrganicFair Trade Certified

Risky category by default

Dr. Bronner's Pure Castile Soap Refill Carton

Bronkaid

Dr. Bronner's Pure Castile Soap Refill Carton

Plant-based castile soap (saponified oils), cardboard carton

A
C
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS4 flags

Lower PFAS concern. Plant soap and cardboard refill, no coatings or treatments typical.

Risky category by default

Dr. Bronner's Organic Baby Sugar Soap

Bronkaid

Dr. Bronner's Organic Baby Sugar Soap

Organic plant oils, coconut oil, organic sugar, soap base

A
C
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS3 flags

Lower PFAS concern. Liquid soap with no water-resistant coatings.

USDA OrganicFair Trade Certified

Risky category by default

Liberty Mountain Dr. Bronner's Liquid Soap Almond - 2 fl oz - All-Natural, Full Strength (Dilute) - Recommended for Hand

Bronkaid

Liberty Mountain Dr. Bronner's Liquid Soap Almond - 2 fl oz - All-Natural, Full Strength (Dilute) - Recommended for Hand

Plant-based soap concentrate, no added coatings

A
B
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS2 flags

Lower concern. Liquid soap with no waterproofing or coating needs.

Risky category by default

Dr. Bronner's Eucalyptus - Pure-castile Magic Soap - 4 oz

Bronkaid

Dr. Bronner's Eucalyptus - Pure-castile Magic Soap - 4 oz

soap concentrate, plant oils, water

A
C
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS3 flags

Lower concern. Pure castile soap is inherently PFAS-free.

Risky category by default

Better Life Soap

Better Life

Better Life Soap

plant-based soap, surfactants, water

A
B
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS2 flags

Typical bar soap, no PFAS risk expected.

Risky category by default

(4 pack) Dr. Bronner's Magic Soap - Peppermint- Pure-Castile Liquid Soap - 16 fl oz for Face, Body Wash, Hands

Dr. Bronner's

(4 pack) Dr. Bronner's Magic Soap - Peppermint- Pure-Castile Liquid Soap - 16 fl oz for Face, Body Wash, Hands

castile soap (saponified oils), aqueous liquid, glass/plastic bottle

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower-concern choice, plain soap without treatments that typically introduce PFAS.

Risky category by default

Dial Antibacterial Liquid Hand Soap

Dial

Antibacterial Liquid Hand Soap

aqueous liquid soap base (surfactants, glycerin, water)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; standard liquid hand soap with no known PFAS indicators, but no third-party verification.

Risky category by default

Dial Antibacterial Liquid Hand Soap Refill

Dial

Antibacterial Liquid Hand Soap Refill

aqueous liquid soap formulation

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern liquid soap; typical formulation carries minimal PFAS risk, but no brand transparency.

Risky category by default

Dial Liquid Hand Soap

Dial

Liquid Hand Soap

water-based liquid soap formulation

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern choice; liquid hand soap formulation unlikely to contain PFAS, but Dial makes no public transparency claims.

Risky category by default

Dove Advanced Care Deep Moisture Hand Wash

Dove

Advanced Care Deep Moisture Hand Wash

aqueous liquid cleanser, surfactants, humectants

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; standard hand wash with no known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Dove Advanced Care Hand Wash

Dove

Advanced Care Hand Wash

Water, glycerin, surfactants, emollients

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; liquid hand wash category rarely uses PFAS intentionally.

Risky category by default

Dove Adv.-Care Antibacterial Hand Wash

Dove

Adv.-Care Antibacterial Hand Wash

Water-based liquid soap formula with glycerin and emulsifiers

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern liquid soap; no known PFAS association, but Dove discloses nothing about PFAS.

Risky category by default

Mrs Clean Day Liquid Hand Soap Refill

Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day

Mrs Clean Day Liquid Hand Soap Refill

Aqueous liquid soap formulation

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower-concern product; liquid hand soaps rarely require PFAS, but no brand verification available.

Risky category by default

Mrs Meyer's Clean Day Liquid Hand Soap

Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day

Mrs Meyer's Clean Day Liquid Hand Soap

water-based liquid soap formulation

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern choice; liquid hand soap formulation has no typical PFAS pathways.

Risky category by default

(4 pack) Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Hand Soap Refill, Rain Water Scent, 33 Fl Oz, Size: 33 oz

Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day

(4 pack) Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Hand Soap Refill, Rain Water Scent, 33 Fl Oz, Size: 33 oz

Water, plant-derived surfactants, soap base

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; liquid soap formulation presents minimal PFAS risk, though brand transparency is absent.

Risky category by default

Purell ES8 Healthy Soap

Purell

ES8 Healthy Soap

Water-based foaming soap concentrate

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern for PFAS; no flag indicators present in standard liquid soap formulations.

Risky category by default

ES6 Purell Pro Advanced Hand Soap

Purell

ES6 Purell Pro Advanced Hand Soap

aqueous liquid hand soap base

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern hand soap; no known PFAS triggers, but Purell makes no public PFAS disclosure.

Risky category by default

GOJO Purell Healthy Soap

Purell

GOJO Purell Healthy Soap

water, glycerin, sodium lauryl sulfate, fragrance (typical liquid hand soap)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern for PFAS, typical liquid soap formulation without known PFAS-prone ingredients.

Risky category by default

Purell Advanced Instant Hand Sanitizer Pump Dispenser

Purell

Advanced Instant Hand Sanitizer Pump Dispenser

Ethyl alcohol (62%), water, inert ingredients, fragrance

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for the liquid product itself; pump dispenser material unspecified but unlikely to contain PFAS intentionally.

Risky category by default

PURELL Professional Fresh Scent Foam Soap

Purell

Professional Fresh Scent Foam Soap

Aqueous foam soap concentrate (surfactants, glycerin, water)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; no aqueous foam soap requires PFAS by design.

Risky category by default

PURELL Healthy Soap Gentle & Free

Purell

Healthy Soap Gentle & Free

Water-based soap (glycerin, surfactants)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a plain liquid soap; no known PFAS-triggering formula.

Risky category by default

Gojo Industries Purell Healthy Soap

Purell

Gojo Industries Purell Healthy Soap

water-based soap formulation

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern for typical use, but no PFAS transparency from brand.

Risky category by default

Purell Advanced Hand Sanitizer Refreshing Gel Pump Bottle

Purell

Advanced Hand Sanitizer Refreshing Gel Pump Bottle

Ethyl alcohol gel with aloe in pump bottle

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern; simple alcohol gel with no known PFAS-trigger ingredients, but brand transparency absent.

Risky category by default

Softsoap Aquarium Hand Soap Refill Bottle 50 fl oz

Softsoap

Aquarium Hand Soap Refill Bottle 50 fl oz

aqueous liquid soap (presumed glycerin, surfactant, water base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical liquid hand soap; no known PFAS triggers or brand disclosure gaps.

Risky category by default

Softsoap Liquid Hand Soap Refill

Softsoap

Liquid Hand Soap Refill

aqueous liquid soap (water, detergents, glycerin, fragrance)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; standard hand soap with no known fluorochemical additives.

Risky category by default

Softsoap Aquarium Series Liquid Hand Soap

Softsoap

Aquarium Series Liquid Hand Soap

water-based liquid soap formula in plastic pump dispenser

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern product; liquid hand soap formulations rarely require PFAS, but brand makes no disclosure.

Risky category by default

Softsoap Hand Soap

Softsoap

Hand Soap

water-based soap formulation, plastic bottle

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern, liquid hand soap rarely contains PFAS, but Softsoap does not publicly disclose ingredients or PFAS stance.

Risky category by default

Liquid Hand Soap Softsoap

Softsoap

Liquid Hand Soap Softsoap

aqueous soap solution (surfactants, water, glycerin)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; standard liquid soap formula carries minimal risk.

Risky category by default

Softsoap Antibacterial Liquid Hand Soap Variety Pack

Softsoap

Antibacterial Liquid Hand Soap Variety Pack

aqueous liquid soap, surfactants, preservatives

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, liquid hand soap rarely requires PFAS; skip only if allergic to fragrance or antibacterial agents.

Risky category by default

Antibacterial Hand Soap Softsoap

Softsoap

Antibacterial Hand Soap Softsoap

aqueous soap and surfactants (liquid hand soap)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern, liquid hand soap formulations rarely require PFAS; skip only if concerned about undisclosed additives.

Risky category by default

Softsoap Antibacterial Hand Soap Lavender And Shea Butter Scent

Softsoap

Antibacterial Hand Soap Lavender And Shea Butter Scent

aqueous soap solution (anionic surfactants, water, glycerin, shea butter extract)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, liquid soap formulations rarely require PFAS, but Softsoap makes no public disclosure.

Risky category by default

Seventh Generation Fresh Citrus Natural Hand Wash

Seventh Generation

Fresh Citrus Natural Hand Wash

Water-based surfactants, plant-derived fragrance (citrus), glycerin

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower-concern choice; no PFAS trigger in typical hand wash formulation, but brand does not explicitly disclose.

Risky category by default

Method Gel Hand Wash

Method

Gel Hand Wash

water-based gel surfactants, glycerin

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower-concern product; no known PFAS triggers, but brand makes no explicit claims.

Risky category by default

METHOD Foaming Hand Wash

Method

Foaming Hand Wash

aqueous foaming liquid surfactant blend

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern for PFAS, but Method does not disclose PFAS avoidance, verify ingredients if concerned.

Risky category by default

Method Hand Wash Hydrating Serum

Method

Hand Wash Hydrating Serum

aqueous liquid soap formulation

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower-concern liquid soap with no known PFAS triggers, but Method makes no public PFAS commitment.

Risky category by default

Method Refill + Reuse Foaming Hand Soap Refill Sweetwater 1 oz (2/Pack)

Method

Refill + Reuse Foaming Hand Soap Refill Sweetwater 1 oz (2/Pack)

aqueous foaming hand soap (surfactant-based liquid)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, foaming hand soap formulations rarely require PFAS, but Method doesn't publicly disclose PFAS absence.

Risky category by default

method gel hand wash refill - waterfall, 34 fl oz 1

Method

gel hand wash refill - waterfall, 34 fl oz 1

aqueous gel hand wash (water-based surfactant formulation)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, gel hand wash has no inherent PFAS triggers, though disclosure would strengthen confidence.

Risky category by default

Method Coconut Water Foaming Hand Wash

Method

Coconut Water Foaming Hand Wash

water-based foaming hand wash, plant-derived surfactants

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a rinse-off cosmetic product; foaming hand soaps rarely require fluorinated chemistry.

Risky category by default

METHOD Foaming Hand Wash Refill

Method

Foaming Hand Wash Refill

water-based surfactants, glycerin, essential oils

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern, foaming hand wash formulation has no known triggers, but Method has not publicly disclosed PFAS-free status.

Risky category by default

Method Gel Hand Wash Brown Butter & Vanilla 12 fl oz

Method

Gel Hand Wash Brown Butter & Vanilla 12 fl oz

Aqueous gel cleanser with water, plant-based surfactants, fragrance, preservatives

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern, a simple gel hand wash with no known trigger materials, though Method has not publicly disclosed PFAS testing.

Risky category by default

Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser

Cetaphil

Gentle Skin Cleanser

aqueous cream cleanser (water, glycerin, cetyl alcohol, emulsifiers)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern, no water-repellent or stain-resistant claims, typical emollient formulation; buy without PFAS worry.

Risky category by default

Galderma Lab Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser

Cetaphil

Galderma Lab Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser

Water, cetyl alcohol, propylene glycol, sodium lauryl sulfate, stearyl alcohol (typical gentle cleanser base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a simple liquid cleanser with no water-repellency or coating function.

Risky category by default

Cetaphil Pro Itch Control Clean extra milde Handreinigung für strapazierte Hände

Cetaphil

Pro Itch Control Clean extra milde Handreinigung für strapazierte Hände

aqueous cleansing base with emollients; liquid soap

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; rinse-off cosmetic with no identified water-repellent or grease-resistant treatment.

Risky category by default

Cetaphil Cleanser Gentle Skin

Cetaphil

Cleanser Gentle Skin

aqueous liquid cleanser, typical surfactant base

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern choice; liquid cleansers rarely require PFAS, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

236ml Cetaphil Pro ItchControl Clean Extra Mild Hand Cleaning

Cetaphil

236ml Cetaphil Pro ItchControl Clean Extra Mild Hand Cleaning

aqueous liquid cleanser (water-based)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern, a simple liquid hand cleanser with no known PFAS-typical triggers, but Cetaphil has not publicly disclosed PFAS testing.

Risky category by default

CVS Cetaphil PRO Dry Skin Soothing Wash

Cetaphil

CVS Cetaphil PRO Dry Skin Soothing Wash

Water-based cleansing formula (aqueous liquid)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, liquid cleanser with no known PFAS triggers, but no transparency from brand.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Lot Of 10 New 4 French Milled Bath Hand Soap Boxed 6 Toiletries - New Beauty

Neutrogena

Lot Of 10 New 4 French Milled Bath Hand Soap Boxed 6 Toiletries - New Beauty

soap bar (tallow/vegetable oil base with fragrances)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern, traditional soap bars rarely use intentional PFAS, but Neutrogena doesn't disclose formulation details.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Liquid - New Beauty | Color: Gold

Neutrogena

Liquid - New Beauty | Color: Gold

liquid cosmetic formulation (presumed water, glycerin, pigments, preservatives)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a liquid cosmetic, but Neutrogena offers no public disclosure.

Risky category by default

Neutrogena Fragrance Free Facial Cleansing Formula 8oz Liquid Soap New In Box - Beauty

Neutrogena

Fragrance Free Facial Cleansing Formula 8oz Liquid Soap New In Box - Beauty

aqueous liquid soap formulation (water, surfactants, glycerin)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern, simple rinse-off cleanser with no known treatment triggers.

Risky category by default

ECOS PRO Liquid Hand Soap

Ecos

PRO Liquid Hand Soap

aqueous surfactant solution (liquid soap)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower-concern choice; liquid soap formulations rarely require PFAS, but silence on sourcing leaves room for caution.

Risky category by default

ECOS Free & Clear Hypoallergenic Hand Soap

Ecos

Free & Clear Hypoallergenic Hand Soap

aqueous surfactant blend, soap base

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower-concern buy, liquid hand soap formulation has minimal PFAS exposure risk.

Risky category by default

Earth Friendly Hand Soap Refill

Ecos

Earth Friendly Hand Soap Refill

aqueous soap solution (plant-derived surfactants, water, glycerin)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower PFAS concern for this simple hand soap formulation, but brand makes no explicit commitment.

Risky category by default

Ecos Hand Soap, Refill, Orange Blossom

Ecos

Hand Soap, Refill, Orange Blossom

water-based liquid hand soap, plant-derived surfactants

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern buy; typical liquid soap with no PFAS-prone features.

Risky category by default

Dr. Bronner's Pure Castile Soap Refill Carton

Dr. Bronner's

Pure Castile Soap Refill Carton

Plant-derived castile soap (saponified oils), cardboard refill carton

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower PFAS concern, soap and cardboard refill have no typical PFAS application.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Naturally Clean Hand Soap

Burt's Bees

Naturally Clean Hand Soap

water, plant-based cleansing agents, glycerin

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern, simple liquid soap formula has minimal PFAS risk, but brand makes no public commitment.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Liquid Hand Soap Sea Salt Neroli

Burt's Bees

Liquid Hand Soap Sea Salt Neroli

aqueous solution with plant-derived surfactants

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, liquid soap has no water-repellent coating or stain-resist triggers; no public PFAS testing found.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Naturally Clean Hand Soap with Lavender and Honey

Burt's Bees

Naturally Clean Hand Soap with Lavender and Honey

water, glycerin, soap base, plant extracts

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower PFAS concern; liquid hand soap rarely requires water-repellent coating or stain-resist coatings.

Risky category by default

(1) Burts Bees Citrus & Lemongrass Hand Soap 7.5 Fl Oz Burt’s

Burt's Bees

(1) Burts Bees Citrus & Lemongrass Hand Soap 7.5 Fl Oz Burt’s

aqueous soap base, essential oils, glycerin

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern; Burt's Bees hand soap has no obvious PFAS markers and uses traditional soap chemistry.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Wild Honeysuckle Foaming Hand Soap

Burt's Bees

Wild Honeysuckle Foaming Hand Soap

water-based surfactant blend, natural essential oils

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, typical foaming soap with no known PFAS vectors, but brand makes no public commitment.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Foaming Sweet Clementine Hand Soap

Burt's Bees

Foaming Sweet Clementine Hand Soap

Water, plant-derived surfactants, glycerin

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, liquid hand soap formulation carries minimal PFAS risk.

Risky category by default

Liquid Soap Nest

Bamboo

Liquid Soap Nest

liquid soap base (presumed plant/mineral surfactants)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern; liquid soap typically doesn't require PFAS, but brand silence limits certainty.

Risky category by default

Suave Essentials Liquid Hand Soap

Bamboo

Suave Essentials Liquid Hand Soap

aqueous liquid soap (water, sodium lauryl sulfate, glycerin base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical liquid hand soap with no known fluorochemical need.

Risky category by default

Nest Bamboo Liquid Soap

Bamboo

Nest Bamboo Liquid Soap

aqueous liquid soap, likely glycerin/plant-based surfactants

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern for PFAS risk; liquid soaps typically avoid water-resistant coatings that require PFAS.

Risky category by default

J R Watkins Liquid Hand Soap

Bamboo

J R Watkins Liquid Hand Soap

aqueous liquid soap solution

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern product; liquid hand soap has minimal PFAS risk, though brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Bamboo Liquid Soap

Bamboo

Liquid Soap

liquid soap (surfactants, water, preservatives)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a simple liquid soap, but brand transparency is absent.

Risky category by default

Classic Toile Liquid Hand Soap Refill

Bamboo

Classic Toile Liquid Hand Soap Refill

Water-based liquid soap formulation

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower-concern product; liquid hand soap formulations rarely require PFAS, but brand silence on ingredients leaves room for uncertainty.

Risky category by default

Osmology Hand Wash

Bamboo

Osmology Hand Wash

Aqueous cleanser (soap-based hand wash)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern product; hand wash rarely requires PFAS treatment, but brand transparency is absent.

Risky category by default

DANI Naturals Moisturizing

Bamboo

DANI Naturals Moisturizing

water-based moisturizing cream, likely glycerin and humectants

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern for PFAS in this moisturizer format, but brand silence leaves room for doubt.

Risky category by default

GO-JO INDUSTRIES Hand Cleaner Refill 7265

Gojo

GO-JO INDUSTRIES Hand Cleaner Refill 7265

Liquid hand cleaner with pumice/mineral abrasives

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a liquid hand cleaner, but Gojo's silence on formulation leaves room for uncertainty.

Risky category by default

GOJO NATURAL ORANGE Pumice Hand Cleaner

Gojo

NATURAL ORANGE Pumice Hand Cleaner

Water, citrus-based cleaners, pumice (volcanic rock), surfactants

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern, a simple pumice-based hand cleaner with no obvious PFAS triggers, but no public testing data.

Risky category by default

GOJO SUPRO MAX Hand Cleaner

Gojo

SUPRO MAX Hand Cleaner

pumice/mineral-based abrasive paste, water-based

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; no published PFAS risk signals, but silent on ingredient transparency.

Risky category by default

GOJO NATURAL ORANGE Smooth Hand Cleaner

Gojo

NATURAL ORANGE Smooth Hand Cleaner

Citrus-based solvent, water, and emulsifiers in liquid hand cleaner

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, liquid hand cleaner with no known PFAS triggers, but brand provides no public PFAS transparency.

Risky category by default

GOJO Premium Liquid Hand Soap Refill Waterfall Scent

Gojo

Premium Liquid Hand Soap Refill Waterfall Scent

aqueous liquid soap formulation

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern liquid soap; no known PFAS triggers, but no brand transparency on formulation.

Risky category by default

GOJO Cherry Gel Pumice Hand Cleaner

Gojo

Cherry Gel Pumice Hand Cleaner

Gel cleanser with pumice; no Teflon-family coating or waterproofing coating

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; a simple gel-and-pumice cleaner unlikely to require PFAS chemistry.

Risky category by default

GOJO Foaming Soap Refill Unscented 23.6 oz. 4/Carton

Gojo

Foaming Soap Refill Unscented 23.6 oz. 4/Carton

Water-based foaming soap (surfactants, water, glycerin)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, foaming soap is unlikely to contain PFAS, but GOJO does not publicly disclose.

Risky category by default

Gojo FMX-12 Refill Foam Antibacterial Handwash

Gojo

FMX-12 Refill Foam Antibacterial Handwash

aqueous foam handwash; water, detergent surfactants, antimicrobial agents

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; liquid soap formulation has no inherent need for fluorinated chemistry.

Risky category by default

Johnson & Johnson Body Wash Aveeno Skin Relief Liquid 12 oz. Bottle Unscented, 12 EA/CS

Aveeno

Johnson & Johnson Body Wash Aveeno Skin Relief Liquid 12 oz. Bottle Unscented, 12 EA/CS

aqueous liquid formulation in plastic bottle

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; standard body wash with no known PFAS-triggering ingredients or treatments.

Risky category by default

Aveeno Restorative Skin Therapy Body Wash

Aveeno

Restorative Skin Therapy Body Wash

aqueous surfactant gel (typical body wash formulation)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a standard body wash; no obvious risk triggers identified.

Risky category by default

Aveeno Baby Soap

Aveeno

Baby Soap

water-based soap, glycerin, colloidal oatmeal

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a simple aqueous baby soap with no water-repellency or coating function.

Risky category by default

Body Wash Aveeno Skin Relief Liquid 12 oz. Bottle Unscented

Aveeno

Body Wash Aveeno Skin Relief Liquid 12 oz. Bottle Unscented

aqueous liquid formulation in plastic bottle

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for the product itself; routine cosmetic with no known PFAS drivers.

Risky category by default

Body Wash Aveeno Liquid 18 oz. Bottle, Case of 12 | Hey Med Supply

Aveeno

Body Wash Aveeno Liquid 18 oz. Bottle, Case of 12 | Hey Med Supply

aqueous liquid formulation in plastic bottle

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for the product itself, but Aveeno makes no public PFAS disclosure.

Risky category by default

Body wash aveeno restorative skin therapy liquid 18 oz. pump bottle unscented

Aveeno

Body wash aveeno restorative skin therapy liquid 18 oz. pump bottle unscented

Aqueous liquid cosmetic formulation in plastic pump bottle

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for this product category; typical body wash formulations do not require water- or stain-resistant coatings.

Risky category by default

Aveeno Skin Relief Body Wash Liquid 12 oz. Bottle Unscented (694998_CS)

Aveeno

Skin Relief Body Wash Liquid 12 oz. Bottle Unscented (694998_CS)

aqueous liquid cosmetic (surfactants, humectants, water)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern for PFAS; liquid body wash has minimal formulation drivers for fluorochemicals.

Risky category by default

Aveeno Daily Moisture Gift Set

Aveeno

Daily Moisture Gift Set

Glycerin, water, mineral oil, colloidal oatmeal

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower-concern product; no PFAS risks typical of this category.

Risky category by default

Softsoap Hand Soap Fresh Breeze Pack Of 6 + Irish Spring Moisture

Irish Spring

Softsoap Hand Soap Fresh Breeze Pack Of 6 + Irish Spring Moisture

soap, water, glycerin, fragrance

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern. Liquid hand soap unlikely to contain PFAS.

Risky category by default

Irish Spring Men's 5-in-1 Body Wash

Irish Spring

Men's 5-in-1 Body Wash

aqueous soap, surfactants, water

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern. Liquid body wash unlikely to require fluorinated additives.

Risky category by default

Irish Spring Bw Moisture Blast 24 Hr Fresh 18 Oz

Irish Spring

Bw Moisture Blast 24 Hr Fresh 18 Oz

soap bar, glycerin and surfactant base

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern. Bar soap formulations rarely use intentional PFAS.

Risky category by default

Irish Spring 5-in-1 Body Wash Pump

Irish Spring

5-in-1 Body Wash Pump

aqueous liquid, surfactants, fragrance

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern. Rinse-off liquid cosmetic, no known PFAS risk category.

Risky category by default

Irish Spring Original Body Wash

Irish Spring

Original Body Wash

aqueous liquid soap, water-based surfactants

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; typical body wash without known PFAS triggers.

Risky category by default

Irish Spring Ultimate Wakeup Moisturizing Face + Body Wash

Irish Spring

Ultimate Wakeup Moisturizing Face + Body Wash

aqueous liquid cleanser, surfactants and humectants

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern. Rinse-off liquid cosmetic with no known PFAS-prone ingredients.

Risky category by default

Irish Spring 5-in-1 Body Wash Pump Bottles

Irish Spring

5-in-1 Body Wash Pump Bottles

water-based liquid soap, plastic pump bottle

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern. Liquid body wash formulations rarely need PFAS.

Risky category by default

Irish Spring Men's Original Moisturizing Body Wash

Irish Spring

Men's Original Moisturizing Body Wash

water-based surfactants, glycerin, botanicals

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern. Rinse-off product with no known PFAS triggers.

Risky category by default

Dr. Bronner's Lemongrass Lime Organic Sugar Soap

Bronkaid

Dr. Bronner's Lemongrass Lime Organic Sugar Soap

organic sugar soap base, plant oils

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern. Soap is inherently PFAS-free by chemistry.

USDA Organic

Risky category by default

Dr. Bronner's Magic Soap

Bronkaid

Dr. Bronner's Magic Soap

saponified plant oils, essential oils, water

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern. Plant-based soap formulation unlikely to contain PFAS.

Risky category by default

Dr. Bronner"s Pure-Castile Liquid Soap

Bronkaid

Dr. Bronner"s Pure-Castile Liquid Soap

Plant-based castile soap, saponified vegetable oils

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern. Pure soap product, no PFAS-prone materials or treatments.

Risky category by default

Well Life Hand and Body Wash Lightly Scented

Better Life

Well Life Hand and Body Wash Lightly Scented

water-based liquid soap and botanical extracts

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for hand and body wash product.

Risky category by default

Carex Liquid Handwash Sensitive 250ml

Caress

Carex Liquid Handwash Sensitive 250ml

Aqueous liquid soap formulation

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern. Liquid handwash typically contains no PFAS ingredients.

Risky category by default

Carex Original Antibacterial Liquid Hand Wash 250ml

Caress

Carex Original Antibacterial Liquid Hand Wash 250ml

aqueous liquid soap base, surfactants, water

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern. Standard liquid hand soap rarely needs fluorochemicals.

Risky category by default

Carex Moisture Antibacterial Gentle & Effective Liquid Hand Wash 500ml

Caress

Carex Moisture Antibacterial Gentle & Effective Liquid Hand Wash 500ml

aqueous liquid soap base, no known PFAS-prone coatings

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Lower concern. Liquid hand wash unlikely to contain PFAS.

Risky category by default

Carex Complete Moisture Plus Hand Wash 500 ml

Caress

Carex Complete Moisture Plus Hand Wash 500 ml

aqueous liquid soap formulation

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Liquid hand wash carries minimal PFAS risk.

Risky category by default

Carex Advanced Care Coconut Oil Antibacterial Hand Wash 500ml

Caress

Carex Advanced Care Coconut Oil Antibacterial Hand Wash 500ml

aqueous cosmetic formulation, coconut oil base

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern. Liquid hand wash unlikely to contain PFAS.

Risky category by default

Carex Editions Cherry on Top Antibacterial Hand Wash 250ml

Caress

Carex Editions Cherry on Top Antibacterial Hand Wash 250ml

aqueous liquid soap with typical surfactants and preservatives

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern. Hand wash liquid has minimal PFAS risk profile.

Risky category by default

Carex Advanced Care+ Macadamia Oil Antibacterial Hand Wash 500ml

Caress

Carex Advanced Care+ Macadamia Oil Antibacterial Hand Wash 500ml

Water-based liquid soap with macadamia oil

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern. Liquid hand soap unlikely to contain PFAS.

Risky category by default

Carex Advanced Shea Butter Antibacterial Hand Wash 500ml

Caress

Carex Advanced Shea Butter Antibacterial Hand Wash 500ml

aqueous liquid cleanser with shea butter, glycerin, and surfactants

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Liquid hand wash; lower concern for PFAS, limited risk profile.

Risky category by default

Desert Essence Castile Liquid Soap with Eco-Harvest Tea Tree Oil

Desert Essence

Castile Liquid Soap with Eco-Harvest Tea Tree Oil

plant-derived castile soap, tea tree oil

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern. Liquid soap unlikely to contain PFAS.

Risky category by default

Desert Essence Foaming Hand Wash Refill Pods Lemongrass

Desert Essence

Foaming Hand Wash Refill Pods Lemongrass

foaming hand wash, water-based cleansing formula

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern. Foaming hand wash is inherently PFAS-low category.

Risky category by default

Desert Essence Foaming Hand Wash Refill Pods

Desert Essence

Foaming Hand Wash Refill Pods

aqueous foaming liquid surfactants, plant-derived actives

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Foaming hand wash refill pods pose minimal PFAS risk.

Risky category by default

Desert Essence Foaming Hand Soap Pods Starter Kit

Desert Essence

Foaming Hand Soap Pods Starter Kit

soap pod (surfactants, water, plant-based)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern. Foaming soap pods lack typical PFAS-use categories.

Risky category by default

Desert Essence Castile Liquid Soap with Eco-Harvest Tea Tree Oil 8 fl oz (236 ml)

Desert Essence

Castile Liquid Soap with Eco-Harvest Tea Tree Oil 8 fl oz (236 ml)

Castile soap base, tea tree oil

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern. Liquid soap formulation has minimal PFAS risk.

Risky category by default

Desert Essence Body Wash Fragrance Free 8 fl oz

Desert Essence

Body Wash Fragrance Free 8 fl oz

aqueous cleanser base, no reported coatings

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern. Rinse-off cosmetic with no identified PFAS risk factors.

Risky category by default

Desert Essence Probiotic Hand Sanitizer

Desert Essence

Probiotic Hand Sanitizer

aqueous gel with probiotic actives, plant extracts

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Hand sanitizer gel carries lower PFAS concern.

Risky category by default

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