Dial · Body Wash
Dial Advanced Clean Body Wash Gold
Lower PFAS concern for typical body wash; no known PFAS triggers in formulation class.
Dial Advanced Clean Body Wash Gold is a rinse-off cosmetic with no documented PFAS intentionally added, body washes lack the waterproofing or non-stick properties that drive PFAS use. Dial has not disclosed PFAS status, but the product category (liquid cleanser) carries inherently lower PFAS risk than treated textiles or coated cookware.
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aqueous surfactant-based body wash formulation
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Category baseline
cosmetics is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Dial Advanced Clean Gold is an aqueous surfactant-based body wash formulation, meaning it uses water as the primary carrier with synthetic cleaning agents (surfactants) to remove oils and dirt. The "gold" designation typically refers to cosmetic coloring and fragrance rather than functional ingredient changes. Body washes in this class do not require heating during use and are rinsed immediately, significantly limiting absorption or leaching pathways compared to cookware or textiles.
The brand's record and disclosure
Dial is owned by Henkel, a major multinational consumer goods company. Dial does not appear to have published specific PFAS reduction commitments or transparency reports, which is typical for many personal care brands but represents a gap in public disclosure. The brand has not faced major safety recalls or documented contamination incidents specific to this product line. Henkel operates under EU and US regulatory frameworks with standard safety monitoring.
How it compares in its category
Body washes as a category carry minimal hazard risk compared to cookware, textiles, or cosmetics with heavy pigment loads. Dial Advanced Clean is a mass-market offering comparable to Dove, Caress, and store-brand alternatives; none of these products typically trigger hazard flags for the general population. This product occupies the middle-low end of fragrance intensity and additive complexity, making it a relatively conservative choice.
If you buy it
Use as directed: apply to wet skin, lather, and rinse thoroughly. Store in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight to prevent fragrance degradation and preserve formula stability. Body washes are designed for brief skin contact and immediate rinsing, so exposure is inherently low-risk. Discontinue use only if personal skin irritation develops; this is product-specific tolerance, not a safety defect.
Beyond PFAS: other things we checked
Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”
Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
Body washes contain fragrance blends that may trigger contact dermatitis or respiratory sensitivity in susceptible individuals. Dial Advanced Clean is not fragrance-free and uses standard commercial fragrance compounds; no specific allergen testing results are publicly available for this product.
1,4-dioxane (surfactant manufacturing byproduct)
Aqueous body wash formulations using ethoxylated surfactants may contain trace 1,4-dioxane as a residual byproduct from synthesis. FDA does not require disclosure of trace contaminants, and Dial does not publish testing data for this product; presence cannot be ruled out but is typically below regulatory concern in rinse-off products.
Formaldehyde releasers in preservative systems
Body washes require preservative systems to prevent microbial growth during storage. Some formulations use formaldehyde-releasing preservatives (e.g., DMDM hydantoin); Dial does not disclose its specific preservative chemistry publicly, making verification impossible without testing.
Heavy metals in colorants and pigments
The 'gold' color in this product is cosmetic only and typically achieved with FD&C approved dyes or mica-based colorants. No documented recalls or testing failures for heavy metal contamination in Dial body washes are on record, and the quantity of coloring agents in a rinse-off product is minimal.
Microplastic beads (if included)
Dial Advanced Clean Gold is a liquid formulation with no documented exfoliating beads. If this specific variant contained microplastics, it would be listed in the ingredient declaration; none are indicated in available labeling.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 72% confidence. It is not a lab result.
No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.
The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
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