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₹290 • Analysed 18 October 2026
This Adenium Aquafeel Face Wash is positioned as a daily cleanser for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin, a common concern in India's humid climate. The price point of Rs.370 for 100ml is competitive within the active-based face wash segment. However, the 'Sulfate Free' claim is directly contradicted by the presence of Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate (SLES) in the INCI, which is an ASCI concern. The '72 hours hydration' claim for a rinse-off product, without specific finished-product clinical data, also warrants ASCI scrutiny.
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Supported by formula logic with surfactants and refreshing ingredients like Tea Tree Oil.
All listed ingredients are present in the INCI list.
Supported by the presence of surfactants (Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine) and Salicylic Acid, known for oil control.
Plausible due to cleansing action and presence of Tea Tree Oil for freshness and Pentavitin for comfort.
Pentavitin (Saccharide Isomerate) is a known humectant.
The combination of Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid, and Tea Tree Oil is commonly used for these skin types.
Salicylic Acid is a beta-hydroxy acid known for its oil-soluble properties and ability to penetrate pores.
Glycolic Acid is an alpha-hydroxy acid known for chemical exfoliation.
What we could confirm from public sources and the verified ingredient list.
Ingredient Safety & Toxicity
Full ingredient list retrieved and verified against the label.
Screened against the ingredient database (7 of 17 ingredients matched); no cosmetics-prohibited ingredient found.
No ingredient with a recognised endocrine-activity concern found in the database.
No IARC-classified or formaldehyde-releasing ingredient found in the database screen.
No commonly-comedogenic ingredient found - a reasonable fit for acne-prone skin.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
Fragranced, but individual allergens are hidden behind 'Parfum' rather than declared.
MI - a known contact sensitiser; EU bans it in leave-on products. MCI - sensitiser, tightly restricted to rinse-off at low levels.
Uses milder (non-sulphate) surfactants.
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero ingredients.
Any proprietary 'complex' is broken down into its actual ingredients.
Ingredients are listed in the descending order required by India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
Standards & Compliance
Usage warnings and directions are clear on the label.
Screened against a curated reference set that we are continuing to verify and expand, so “clear” means no flag from that set, not a guarantee. Not a substitute for a full toxicological or clinical assessment.
| Ingredient |
|---|
Demineralised Water |
Acrylates Copolymer |
Citric Acid |
Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid |
Propanediol |
Salicylic Acid |
Methylchloroisothiazolinone & Methylisothiazolinone |
Glycolic Acid |
Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate |
Cocamidopropyl Betaine |
Saccharide Isomerate (Pentavitin) |
Tea Tree Oil |
Aloe Vera Extract |
Sodium Hydroxide |
Tocopheryl Acetate |
Fragrance |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
Methylchloroisothiazolinone & Methylisothiazolinone are restricted in leave-on products and have concentration limits in rinse-off products. Their presence here is within typical cosmetic limits for rinse-off. Fragrance allergens are not individually disclosed.
No prohibited ingredients identified. INCI list is provided. The 'Sulfate Free' claim is contradicted by SLES.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified.
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
“Paraben Free, Sulfate Free Face Cleanser”
The product claims 'Sulfate Free' but contains Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate (SLES) in its INCI list. This is a direct contradiction.
“Pentavitin® boosts your skin hydration & binds water with skin upto 72 hours”
A quantified time-bound claim ('upto 72 hours') without publicly visible finished-product clinical study for this specific product.
Supported by formula logic with surfactants and refreshing ingredients like Tea Tree Oil.
Mentioned only
All listed ingredients are present in the INCI list.
Mentioned only
Supported by the presence of surfactants (Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine) and Salicylic Acid, known for oil control.
Mentioned only
Plausible due to cleansing action and presence of Tea Tree Oil for freshness and Pentavitin for comfort.
Mentioned only
Pentavitin (Saccharide Isomerate) is a known humectant.
Mentioned only
The combination of Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid, and Tea Tree Oil is commonly used for these skin types.
Mentioned only
Salicylic Acid is a beta-hydroxy acid known for its oil-soluble properties and ability to penetrate pores.
Mentioned only
Glycolic Acid is an alpha-hydroxy acid known for chemical exfoliation.
Mentioned only
Tea Tree Oil is known for its refreshing scent and traditional use in blemish-prone skincare.
Mentioned only
Both ingredients are present in the INCI list.
Mentioned only
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
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