Brightening Shower Scrub

This ingredient is a chemically-modified form of coconut oil; used as a foaming agent.

Cocamidopropyl betaine is a surfactant; it has been associated with irritation and allergic contact dermatitis, reactions that could be due to the ingredient itself or to impurities present in it, such as 3-dimethylaminopropylamine.

DMDM hydantoin is an antimicrobial formaldehyde releaser preservative. People exposed to such formaldehyde-releasing ingredients may develop a formaldehyde allergy or an allergy to the ingredient itself and its decomposition products. In the U.S., approximately 20% of cosmetics and personal care products contain a formaldehyde-releaser and the frequency of contact allergy to these ingredients is much higher among Americans compared to studies in Europe.

The term "fragrance" is used in cosmetics to represent a mixture of chemicals with scent in it. When "fragrance" is used, it's for the manufacturer to undisclose the recipe for their fragrances as per associated laws in most countries. Many fragrance ingredients are known to possibly cause allergic reactions to sensitive skin types and some studies have tied some frangrances to health risks such as cancer. So the lack of clarity in what fragrances were exactly used is a reason to avoid "fragrance" in cosmetics all together.

A peptide composed of cysteine, glycine, and glutamate. It is believed to enhance the skin’s cellular metabolism and oxygen utilization. It has been found to protect the fibroblast against free radical-induced oxidation and act as a powerful antioxidant. Studies indicate that it can inactivate the tyrosinase enzyme and quench free radicals that contribute to tyrosinase and melanin formation, thereby serving as a skin-lightening or depigmenting agent. Glutathione is a component of plant and animal tissue, naturally occurring in the body and essential for the proper functioning of the immune system.

Glycerin is a naturally occuring alcohol compound and a component of many lipids. (Source : EWG) Glycerin is used predominantly in cosmetics for its ability to absorb and retain moisture (humectant). It's a well studied chemical known to be non-allergenic and non-comedogenic unless used in high concentrations.

Glycol distearate is a compound based on stearic acid, a naturally occurring fatty acid.

Sodium lauryl sulfate is the sodium salt of lauryl sulfate.

The most common skincare ingredient that you will find in almost all products. It's main function is as a solvent for ingredients.