Kiehl's Since 1851 "Made For All" Gentle Body Wash, 16.9 oz. - Macy's
Lower concern; liquid body wash rarely uses PFAS.
Kiehl's makes no PFAS claims or disclosures for this body wash. Liquid cleansers typically avoid PFAS, though full ingredient transparency would be stronger.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Water, glycerin, plant-derived cleansers
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Kiehl's Since 1851 "Made For All" Macy's is made of, ingredients and materials
This body wash is water and glycerin based with plant-derived surfactants as its primary cleansing agents, rather than petroleum-derived sulfates. Glycerin is a humectant that draws moisture into skin; plant-derived cleansers (often coconut or similar sources) are less likely to strip natural oils than harsher alternatives. The formulation avoids synthetic dyes and opacifiers, reducing exposure to heavy metal pigments used in colorants.
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.
1,4-dioxane (manufacturing byproduct in ethoxylated surfactants)
Plant-derived cleansers are less likely to be ethoxylated, reducing dioxane risk; however, no independent third-party test of this specific product lot is on public record to confirm absence.
Fragrance allergens and undisclosed fragrance components
The product name does not specify fragrance source; Kiehl's formulations often include botanical fragrance compounds. Fragrance is listed as a single ingredient on cosmetic labels and need not itemize individual allergens, so sensitivity risk exists for those with known sensitivities to essential oils or fragrance mixtures.
Bacterial or mold growth in liquid formulation after opening
Any liquid cosmetic without aggressive antimicrobial preservatives faces risk of microbial proliferation if stored improperly or left unsealed; proper closure and room-temperature storage mitigate this common cosmetic hazard.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
No formaldehyde donors (DMDM hydantoin, imidazolidinyl urea, diazolidinyl urea) are listed on the known product label or known to be used in this line; standard preservatives in Kiehl's products have not triggered regulatory alerts.
Source, ATSDR ↗Heavy metals
This product is marketed as clear or lightly tinted with minimal dyes; regulatory limits on lead, cadmium, and arsenic in cosmetics (U.S. FDA) apply to all sold products, and no recalls or violations are on record for this brand or product.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Kiehl's does not publish detailed PFAS avoidance statements or third-party certifications (e.g., EWG Verified, Leaping Bunny) as part of standard marketing. The brand has no established public controversy record for cosmetic safety violations or undisclosed ingredients. Ingredient transparency relies on the product label and regulatory compliance rather than voluntary advanced disclosure.
How it compares in its category
Body washes range widely in formulation. This Kiehl's variant avoids sulfates and synthetic dyes, positioning it toward the simpler end of the spectrum compared to heavily fragranced or color-intensive alternatives. Glycerin-based gentle formulations are common in premium brands; this product does not claim or use flame retardants, which are absent from typical liquid body washes anyway.
If you buy it
Store at room temperature away from direct sunlight to prevent separation or degradation of the glycerin and plant-derived ingredients. Use within 12 months of opening to minimize risk of bacterial or mold growth in the bottle, particularly if water contacts the opening. No special care is needed; standard body wash hygiene applies, do not ingest, keep away from eyes, and discontinue if irritation develops.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Kiehls has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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