Old Spice Red Body Wash Swagger
Lower concern. Body wash unlikely to contain PFAS by formulation.
Body wash is a rinse-off cosmetic with aqueous formulation. PFAS use in such products is uncommon and no public data suggests Old Spice uses fluorinated ingredients here.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
aqueous surfactants, fragrance, preservatives
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Old Spice Red Body Wash Swagger is made of, ingredients and materials
Old Spice Red Body Wash Swagger is an aqueous surfactant-based cleanser with fragrance compounds and chemical preservatives. The surfactants (likely sodium laureth sulfate or similar) are designed to remove oils and dirt and are rinse-off products, meaning exposure is brief and dermal absorption is minimal. Fragrance and preservatives are the main chemical additives of concern in body wash; they remain on skin only during the shower.
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 skin irritants
The 'Swagger' fragrance blend is undisclosed in detail; synthetic fragrances can trigger contact dermatitis or respiratory sensitivity in susceptible individuals. Risk is low for general population but higher for atopic or fragrance-sensitive skin.
Chemical preservative irritation
Preservatives such as methylisothiazolinone or parabens (if used) are rinse-off but can cause contact dermatitis with repeated exposure in sensitive users. No specific preservative list is publicly disclosed for this SKU.
Sodium laureth sulfate (SLES) dermal irritation at high concentration
SLES is a common surfactant generally recognized as low concern in rinse-off products but can strip skin barrier and cause irritation if used excessively or on compromised skin. This is a formulation-inherent concern, not brand-specific.
1,4-dioxane (byproduct of ethoxylation)
SLES or other ethoxylated surfactants may carry trace 1,4-dioxane as a manufacturing byproduct, which is a probable human carcinogen; FDA does not mandate disclosure. Levels in rinse-off products are typically below regulatory concern but not explicitly tested or published for this product.
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 recalls or reported incidents of heavy metal contamination in Old Spice body wash. Cosmetic colorants and fragrance oils are regulated, though third-party verification is absent for this product line.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Old Spice (Procter & Gamble) does not publish detailed ingredient safety data or third-party certifications for this product. P&G has no major safety recalls on record for Red Body Wash Swagger. The brand does not explicitly disclose PFAS avoidance but formulation type (aqueous surfactant-based, no water-repellent coating) makes PFAS contamination unlikely. Transparency on fragrance allergen composition remains limited industry-wide.
How it compares in its category
This product is a conventional mass-market body wash with ingredient profile typical of mainstream brands. It lacks certifications such as EWG Verified, Dermatologist Tested badge (though Old Spice markets this), or Clean at Sephora status. Compared to fragrance-free or hypoallergenic alternatives, Red Body Wash Swagger carries higher fragrance allergen load due to 'Swagger' scent profile, which may irritate sensitive skin.
If you buy it
Use as directed; rinse thoroughly after application. If skin irritation, redness, or allergic reaction develops, discontinue and patch-test on a small area before resuming. Body wash does not require maintenance or replacement triggers beyond normal consumption. Store in a cool, dry place away from extreme heat to preserve preservative effectiveness, though this product is not heat-sensitive in typical bathroom storage.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 78% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Old Spice has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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