Native Body Wash - Lavender & Rose Versus Dr. Bronner's Pure-Castile Magic Soap - Peppermint
Updated on April 04, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe body washes. They have a total of 1 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Native Body Wash 11 ingredients
Dr. Bronner's Pure-Castile Magic Soap 11 ingredients
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What's inside
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Native Body Wash 11 ingredients
Dr. Bronner's Pure-Castile Magic Soap 11 ingredients
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
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Native Body Wash 11 ingredients
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