Zest 2 In 1 Hair Body Wash For Men
Lower PFAS concern for typical body wash formulation.
Zest 2-in-1 is a liquid body wash with no inherent PFAS indicators. Standard cosmetic formulations of this type rarely contain PFAS; brand makes no claims either way.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Water, surfactants, glycerin, fragrance
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Zest 2 In 1 Hair Body Wash For Men is made of, ingredients and materials
Zest 2-in-1 is a water-based surfactant cleanser with glycerin (humectant) and fragrance. The formula is aqueous, meaning volatile organic compounds and skin-irritant concentrations are typically dilute compared to concentrates or shampoo bars. No reported use of controversial antimicrobials (triclosan banned in US in 2016) or heavy-metal pigments in the colorant system, based on available product documentation.
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 (contact dermatitis, respiratory sensitivity)
Fragrance component(s) undisclosed on label per FDA rules. Individual sensitivity varies; some users report itching or rash, though no specific allergenic molecule has been identified in public records for this formula.
1,4-dioxane (solvent/stabilizer contaminant)
Not listed as a direct ingredient, but surfactant manufacturing can generate trace 1,4-dioxane as a by-product. No test data available for this specific product; risk is generally low in rinse-off formulas but non-zero if surfactants are not purified post-manufacture.
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 imidazolidinyl urea, dmdm hydantoin, or quaternium-15 listed on available product documentation. Standard glycerin and water-based formulas typically use parabens or phenoxyethanol instead, which carry lower formaldehyde-release risk.
Source, ATSDR ↗Lead
No evidence of mineral pigments or suspect dyes reported in this rinse-off body wash. Mass-market surfactant products rarely use high-risk colorants, and Zest's formula appears to rely on synthetic azo dyes at low concentration, which are cosmetics-approved in the US.
Source, ATSDR ↗Talc contamination (asbestos risk)
This is a liquid body wash, not a powder or dry product; talc is not a typical ingredient. No asbestos concern applicable to this product class.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Zest (owned by Church & Dwight) does not publish detailed ingredient sourcing or fragrance transparency disclosures beyond label mandates. No major recalls or safety controversies tied to this specific formula are on record. The brand does not market independent dermatological certifications, though the product is designed for sensitive skin compatibility at typical rinse-off volumes.
How it compares in its category
Zest positions as a mass-market budget cleanser; it lacks third-party certifications (e.g., Dermatologically Tested seal, EWG Verification) that premium or natural body washes often carry. The 2-in-1 format reduces product switching but offers no documented advantage over separate body wash and hair cleansers in terms of dermal safety. Similar formulations from competitors (e.g., Old Spice, Dial) share comparable hazard profiles.
If you buy it
Use as labeled, apply to wet skin, lather, rinse thoroughly. Do not ingest or use on broken skin without patch testing first due to surfactant irritancy potential. Store at room temperature away from direct heat; keep sealed to prevent bacterial contamination of the bottle interior. Discontinue if rash, itching, or sensitization occurs; fragrance is a known contact allergen in susceptible individuals.
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
- Zest has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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