Puracy · Shampoo
Puracy Baby Shampoo & Body Wash | Tear-Free, Citrus Grove, Citrus Grove / Refill (Pack of 2)
Lower concern; simple soap with no known PFAS triggers, but verify ingredient list for any fluorinated preservatives.
Puracy Baby Shampoo is a liquid wash with no reported waterproofing, nonstick, or stain-resistant treatments, the typical sources of PFAS in personal care. The brand does not claim PFAS-free status and has no public third-party certification.
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aqueous surfactant blend, citrus fragrance, water base
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.
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
Puracy Baby Shampoo is a water-based surfactant blend with citrus fragrance, formulated without sulfates, parabens, or common irritants. The aqueous matrix means active ingredients are dissolved rather than emulsified with silicones or heavy conditioning agents, reducing accumulation on skin. Citrus fragrances in rinse-off products pose minimal absorption risk compared to leave-on cosmetics, though fragrance components can trigger sensitivity in atopic individuals.
The brand's record and disclosure
Puracy markets itself as a plant-derived, hypoallergenic brand and maintains ingredient transparency on packaging and website. The company does not prominently advertise third-party certifications (EWG, Leaping Bunny, etc.), and PFAS stance is not explicitly documented in public materials. No recalls or regulatory action against Puracy baby products have been reported as of available records.
How it compares in its category
Most conventional baby shampoos contain sulfates, dimethicone, or parabens; Puracy's sulfate-free, paraben-free formulation sits in the cleaner segment. Compared to fragrance-free alternatives (like Cetaphil or Aveeno Baby), this product introduces citrus fragrance allergen risk, but the concentration in a rinse-off formula is lower. Price-per-ounce is mid-to-premium for baby care, reflecting the plant-based positioning.
If you buy it
Use only small amounts (pea-sized) on baby's scalp to minimize swallowing risk during bathing. Rinse thoroughly with warm water; residue can irritate eyes despite 'tear-free' labeling. Watch for any rash or scalp sensitivity in the first week, especially if baby has eczema or known fragrance sensitivity. Store in a cool, dry place and use within 12 months of opening to prevent microbial colonization of the aqueous base.
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 (citrus)--contact dermatitis
Citrus fragrance oils contain limonene and citral, known allergens in some infants and sensitive skin populations. Risk is low in a rinse-off formula but nonzero, especially with repeated contact or broken skin barrier.
1,4-dioxane (surfactant contaminant)
Puracy does not list 1,4-dioxane in ingredient disclosures, and no independent testing or recalls citing this contaminant have been reported for this product. Likelihood depends on supplier sourcing of surfactants, not available from public sources.
Formaldehyde releasers (preservative)
Product labeling does not indicate DMDM hydantoin, imidazolidinyl urea, or other formaldehyde-releasing preservatives. Aqueous rinse-off formulas are lower risk for formaldehyde exposure than leave-on products.
Heavy metals in pigments or mineral fillers
No pigments or colorants are listed on packaging; citrus fragrance and water-base do not typically require heavy-metal-bearing colorants. No regulatory alerts on this product exist.
Microbial contamination (aqueous base)
Water-based formulations without robust preservative systems or airless packaging can support bacterial/fungal growth if stored damp or used past expiration. Refill format may increase contamination risk if reuse containers are not cleaned thoroughly.
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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