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₹297 • Analysed 18 October 2026
This Becalm face wash is positioned competitively in the Indian market, with prices ranging from Rs.297-425 for the 80ml/125ml variants, making it accessible for a daily active cleanser. Its 'fragrance-free' and 'soap & sulphate free' claims, combined with a pH of 4.8-5.5, are well-suited for Indian consumers with oily and acne-prone skin, especially given the humid climate that can exacerbate oiliness and sensitivity. The claim 'Clinically proven' on some marketplace listings without detailed finished-product study data could attract ASCI scrutiny, as it overstates the visible evidence for the finished product's specific performance. The 0.5% Salicylic Acid concentration is appropriate for daily use without excessive dryness, which is beneficial in India's diverse climate.
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Salicylic Acid is a known BHA that penetrates oil and exfoliates within pores.
Salicylic Acid and Zinc PCA are known to help regulate sebum production. Zinc PCA has in-vivo manufacturer test data showing sebum reduction.
0.5% Salicylic Acid is an established anti-acne ingredient. Zinc PCA also has anti-microbial activity against P. acnes.
Supported by mild surfactant system and humectants in the formula.
Formulated with mild surfactants (Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine) and humectants.
Supported by mild surfactants, humectants, and the pH-balanced formula (4.8-5.5).
A gel-based formula with foaming agents supports this claim.
This is a vague claim. While it is soap, sulphate, and fragrance-free, 'harmful chemicals' is not a defined term and lacks specific evidence.
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 (14 of 18 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
No EU-declarable or database-flagged allergen found in the list.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Uses milder (non-sulphate) surfactants.
Brand claims dermatologist testing (claim stated; underlying report not seen).
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero ingredients.
Active percentages are disclosed for the hero ingredient(s).
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
The product pH is disclosed - important for acids / vitamin C / cleansers.
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 |
|---|
Aqua |
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside |
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate |
Cocamidopropyl Betaine |
Acrylates Copolymer |
Propylene Glycol |
Glycerin |
Propanediol |
Biosaccharide Gum-1 |
Phenoxyethanol |
Ethylhexylglycerin |
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide |
Salicylic Acid |
Zinc Pca |
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract |
Centella Asiatica (Gotukola) Extract |
Xylitylglucoside |
Xanthan Gum |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
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
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.
“Clinically proven 0.5% Salicylic Acid targets oil, acne, and dullness without irritation or dryness”
Quantified claim ('clinically proven') without a published, verifiable study on the finished product.
Salicylic Acid is a known BHA that penetrates oil and exfoliates within pores.
Mentioned only
Salicylic Acid and Zinc PCA are known to help regulate sebum production. Zinc PCA has in-vivo manufacturer test data showing sebum reduction.
Mentioned only
0.5% Salicylic Acid is an established anti-acne ingredient. Zinc PCA also has anti-microbial activity against P. acnes.
Mentioned only
Supported by mild surfactant system and humectants in the formula.
Mentioned only
Formulated with mild surfactants (Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine) and humectants.
Mentioned only
Supported by mild surfactants, humectants, and the pH-balanced formula (4.8-5.5).
Mentioned only
A gel-based formula with foaming agents supports this claim.
Mentioned only
This is a vague claim. While it is soap, sulphate, and fragrance-free, 'harmful chemicals' is not a defined term and lacks specific evidence.
Missing
Claimed on multiple platforms. No specific study details (sample size, duration, method) are publicly visible, but the claim itself implies testing was done.
Evidence visible
INCI does not list traditional soaps or sulphates (e.g., SLS, SLES). Mild surfactants are present.
Mentioned only
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
This review evaluates brand claims against visible evidence and formula logic. It does not replace a full ingredient safety analysis or a clinical product test. Results vary by individual, and the consumer should always read the full ingredient list and follow usage guidance.
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