Caress Serum Infused Body Wash Creamy with Niacinamide
Lower concern; liquid body wash formulation has minimal PFAS risk.
Caress body wash contains typical surfactants and humectants without disclosed water-repellent or grease-resistant treatments. No PFAS claims or third-party testing published; formulation poses lower inherent concern than coated or treated products.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
aqueous surfactant blend, niacinamide, glycerin, emollients
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Caress Serum Infused Body Wash Creamy is made of, ingredients and materials
Caress Serum Infused Body Wash is an aqueous surfactant blend, meaning it uses water-soluble cleansing agents (likely sodium lauryl sulfate or similar anionic surfactants) combined with niacinamide (vitamin B3 derivative), glycerin (humectant), and emollients to cleanse and moisturize skin. The liquid formulation eliminates risks associated with talc or pressed powders. Niacinamide and glycerin are well-documented skincare actives with no established toxicity concerns at typical body wash concentrations.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
Caress body washes typically contain fragrance blends. Specific fragrance ingredients are not fully disclosed on the label (protected as trade secrets in most jurisdictions). Cinnamyl alcohol, limonene, and other common fragrance components can trigger contact dermatitis or allergic reactions in sensitive populations, though frequency is low in general-use body washes.
1,4-dioxane as manufacturing contaminant
1,4-dioxane is a byproduct of ethoxylation in surfactant manufacturing, not an intentional ingredient. It is not labeling-required and can be present in trace amounts in conventional body washes. Caress does not publicly disclose dioxane testing or removal protocols, so presence cannot be ruled out, though levels in rinse-off products are considered low concern by regulatory agencies.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Heavy metals
No specific recalls, testing data, or reports document lead, cadmium, or mercury contamination in Caress body wash products. Liquid aqueous formulations have lower risk than mineral-based or heavily pigmented cosmetics, and FDA oversight of cosmetic manufacturers includes indirect monitoring for metal content.
Source, FDA ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
This product is not documented to use formaldehyde donors (e.g., DMDM hydantoin, imidazolidinyl urea) in published ingredient lists. Modern body wash preservative systems typically use phenoxyethanol or parabens, which do not release formaldehyde.
Source, ATSDR ↗Microplastic contamination
Caress Serum Infused Body Wash is a liquid formulation without exfoliating beads or solid particles. No microplastic content is documented or expected in this product type.
The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Caress is owned by Unilever, a large personal care manufacturer. The brand does not publicly disclose detailed ingredient sourcing, heavy metal testing, or allergen screening protocols specific to this product. No major safety recalls or regulatory actions targeting this body wash line are on record. Unilever has faced scrutiny on supply chain transparency and sustainability but not specifically for heavy metal or formaldehyde contamination in body wash.
How it compares in its category
Body washes are generally lower-risk than pressed powders, talc-based products, or heavily pigmented cosmetics because they lack mineral fillers and are diluted in water. This product sits in the mainstream commercial segment; it lacks third-party certifications (e.g., EWG Verified, Leaping Bunny) that some consumers use to filter for additional safety or ethical vetting. Compared to bar soaps, liquid formulations require preservative systems, but no problematic preservative classes (e.g., formaldehyde releasers like DMDM hydantoin) are known to be in this product.
If you buy it
Body washes are used as intended on intact skin; no special storage or heat precautions apply. Monitor for skin irritation or allergic reactions within the first few uses, particularly if you have sensitive skin, as fragrance compounds and surfactants can trigger contact dermatitis in some individuals. No replacement cycle applies beyond normal consumption. Store in a cool, dry place and ensure the cap seals properly to prevent mold or bacterial growth in the bottle over time.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Caress has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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