Hurricanes · Body Wash
Shea Moisture Men's Havana Hurricane Tea Tree Oil
Lower PFAS concern; typical cosmetic formulation with no known triggers.
Shea Moisture Men's Havana Hurricane Tea Tree Oil is a liquid personal care product containing natural oils and tea tree extract. Cosmetics of this type (non-waterproof, non-stain-resistant creams/oils) have no typical PFAS use cases.
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water-based personal care formula (liquid oil/tea tree blend)
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
This is a liquid body wash combining water, botanical oils (shea, tea tree), and standard cosmetic emulsifiers and preservatives. Tea tree oil is a natural antimicrobial agent that requires dilution in carrier oils or water to avoid skin irritation. The formulation is water-based rather than silicone or heavy petroleum-derived, which reduces risk of occlusive buildup or synthetic accumulation on skin. No known use of microbeads or particulates reported.
The brand's record and disclosure
Shea Moisture is a widely distributed consumer brand with no major recalls or regulatory actions on record for this product line. The brand does not publicly disclose PFAS testing or comprehensive ingredient sourcing transparency, nor does it carry third-party certifications such as NSF, EWG Verified, or Leaping Bunny. Consumer reports and retail availability suggest standard safety profile for mass-market body wash, but transparency is limited.
How it compares in its category
Body washes in this price tier typically contain similar preservative systems and emulsifier packages. Tea tree oil formulations are common and generally recognized as safe when used as directed (diluted in shower rinse). This product sits in the mainstream category without premium clean-beauty certifications or budget minimalist positioning; it is neither unusually risky nor exceptionally transparent compared to direct competitors.
If you buy it
Use as directed: apply to damp skin, lather, and rinse thoroughly. Avoid contact with eyes and broken skin. Tea tree oil can cause irritation in sensitive individuals; discontinue if burning or rash develops. Store at room temperature away from direct heat. Shelf life is typically 2-3 years; discard if separation, odor change, or visible mold occurs. No special maintenance required beyond standard bathroom storage practices.
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.”
Tea tree oil contact dermatitis and sensitization
Tea tree oil is a known irritant and sensitizer when used at high concentrations or on sensitive skin. This product is diluted for rinse-off use, which substantially reduces risk, but individuals with reactive skin may still experience localized irritation.
Preservative system (formaldehyde releasers, parabens, or isothiazolinones)
No specific ingredient list provided in your brief, but standard body washes in this category commonly contain preservatives such as methylisothiazolinone or paraben blends. These are approved for rinse-off use but can trigger contact allergy in a small percentage of users; full ingredient label should be reviewed.
Fragrance allergens
Essential oil blends and added fragrance may contain limonene, linalool, or other common fragrance allergens. Tea tree and botanical blends are not inherently hypoallergenic; individuals with fragrance sensitivity should patch test or review the full ingredient declaration.
Heavy metals in botanical extracts
No recalls or test data on record for shea butter or tea tree oil contamination in this brand. Botanical ingredients can accumulate heavy metals from soil, but risk is low for rinse-off products and no established issue reported for Shea Moisture formulations.
Microplastics or plastic beads
Body wash format is not typically formulated with exfoliating microbeads, and no evidence of plastic particles in this product line. Water-based rinse-off formulas do not retain plastic content on skin.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 78% 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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