Old Spice · Body Wash
Old Spice Lawn Ranger & Broseidon Men's Body Wash
Lower PFAS concern; standard rinse-off cosmetic with no documented PFAS triggers.
Old Spice body wash is a rinse-off liquid cosmetic with no water-repellent, non-stick, or stain-resistant claims, typical PFAS use cases in personal care. The brand makes no PFAS disclosure.
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aqueous body wash (surfactants, glycerin, fragrance, water)
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
Old Spice Lawn Ranger & Broseidon is an aqueous body wash based on surfactants (cleaning agents), glycerin (humectant), fragrance compounds, and water. Body washes are designed to be rinsed away quickly, which limits skin absorption and exposure time compared to leave-on cosmetics. The surfactant base is typical for the category and not inherently hazardous at rinse-off concentrations used on skin.
The brand's record and disclosure
Procter & Gamble (Old Spice's parent company) does not publicly disclose full fragrance composition or detailed ingredient sourcing for this product line. The brand has faced no documented safety recalls or regulatory actions specific to this body wash. P&G has committed to phasing certain chemicals (like triclosan) from personal care lines but maintains minimal transparency on fragrance allergens or synthetic compounds in this particular product.
How it compares in its category
This product is typical for mass-market men's body wash in terms of ingredient transparency and hazard profile. It offers no known certifications (organic, hypoallergenic, or dermatologist-verified). Compared to premium or 'clean beauty' alternatives, it provides less detailed labeling but is not significantly higher-risk; conventional body washes across brands use similar surfactant and fragrance systems.
If you buy it
Use as directed on wet skin and rinse thoroughly with water; no special precautions required. Avoid contact with eyes. If skin irritation develops (redness, burning), discontinue use and rinse with water. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve stability. No special replacement schedule needed; use until empty.
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
The product contains fragrance but does not disclose specific aromatic compounds; some individuals may experience contact dermatitis or respiratory irritation, especially with repeated use on sensitive skin or in enclosed shower spaces.
Formaldehyde releasers
No preservative system in this rinse-off product has been identified as a formaldehyde releaser in available documentation. Formaldehyde concern is primarily relevant to leave-on cosmetics; rapid water rinse limits exposure.
Heavy metals in colorants or pigments
Body wash formulations typically contain minimal colorants. No recalls or documented contamination with lead, cadmium, or arsenic have been reported for Old Spice body wash products.
1,4-dioxane contamination
Surfactants used in conventional body washes may be contaminated with trace 1,4-dioxane during manufacturing. The FDA does not set limits on this contaminant in rinse-off products, and no third-party testing of this specific formula has been publicly disclosed.
Skin irritation from surfactant base
High surfactant concentration may cause dryness, stripping, or irritation in individuals with very sensitive or compromised skin barriers, though this is a category-wide issue rather than specific to Old Spice formulation.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 82% 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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