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This classic rose water offers basic refreshment at an unbeatable price, but its 'No Paraben' claim is a direct contradiction of its ingredient list, raising significant transparency and trust issues.
₹50 • Analysed 27 July 2026
This Dabur Gulabari Rose Water is a classic, highly affordable toner in the Indian market, consistently priced at ₹50 for 120ml. While it claims to be a 'natural toner' and 'safe for all skin types,' the presence of fragrance, parabens, and Bronopol in the INCI directly contradicts the 'No Paraben' claim and raises questions about its suitability for sensitive skin, which is an ASCI concern. Its simple water-based formula with humectants and mild astringents is generally suitable for Indian climates, offering basic refreshment and hydration, but ambitious claims like 'prevent acne' lack specific active support.
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Rose oil has general published research for mild astringent properties, supporting the 'toner' aspect. 'Natural' is an emotional claim.
No specific cleansing agents beyond water and mild astringency; toners can remove residual impurities but are not primary cleansers.
Propylene Glycol, a humectant, is present in the ingredient list, supporting mild moisturizing/hydrating effects.
A subjective claim plausible for a water-based product, no specific evidence needed beyond formula type.
No mildness testing or clinical studies are publicly visible. The formula contains fragrance, parabens, and Bronopol, which can be sensitizing for some individuals, contradicting 'all skin types'.
No pH value is disclosed for the product, nor is there any evidence of its pH-balancing effect.
Propylene Glycol, a humectant, is present in the ingredient list, supporting hydration.
Rose oil has general published research for mild astringent properties, which can temporarily make pores appear smaller. This is an ingredient-level claim, not finished product 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.
Brand describes ingredient origin in its claims.
Screened against the ingredient database (2 of 7 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
Declares 1 known allergen(s) (Bronopol). Reactive skin should note these.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero 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.
No retinoid or other pregnancy-cautioned active found in the screen.
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 |
Fragrance (Rooh Gulab) |
Rose Oil |
Propylene Glycol |
Methyl Paraben |
Propyl Paraben |
Bronopol |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
Bronopol (restricted), Methyl Paraben (restricted), Propyl Paraben (restricted)
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified (within limits), but the 'No Paraben' claim is contradicted by INCI.
Bronopol (restricted)
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Bronopol (restricted)
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Bronopol (restricted)
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
“safe and effective for all skin types”
Claiming 'all skin types' for a product containing fragrance and potential sensitizers without specific mildness testing is an ASCI concern.
“No Paraben”
This is a false claim, as parabens are listed in the ingredient list, making it an ASCI violation for misleading advertising.
Rose oil has general published research for mild astringent properties, supporting the 'toner' aspect. 'Natural' is an emotional claim.
Mentioned only
No specific cleansing agents beyond water and mild astringency; toners can remove residual impurities but are not primary cleansers.
Missing
Propylene Glycol, a humectant, is present in the ingredient list, supporting mild moisturizing/hydrating effects.
Mentioned only
A subjective claim plausible for a water-based product, no specific evidence needed beyond formula type.
Missing
No mildness testing or clinical studies are publicly visible. The formula contains fragrance, parabens, and Bronopol, which can be sensitizing for some individuals, contradicting 'all skin types'.
Missing
No pH value is disclosed for the product, nor is there any evidence of its pH-balancing effect.
Missing
Propylene Glycol, a humectant, is present in the ingredient list, supporting hydration.
Mentioned only
Rose oil has general published research for mild astringent properties, which can temporarily make pores appear smaller. This is an ingredient-level claim, not finished product evidence.
Mentioned only
Rose oil has general published research for mild astringent properties. 'Natural' is an emotional claim.
Mentioned only
Rose oil's mild astringent properties can temporarily help reduce surface oiliness. This is ingredient-level evidence.
Mentioned only
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
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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
Declares 1 known allergen(s) (Bronopol). Reactive skin should note these.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero 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.
No retinoid or other pregnancy-cautioned active found in the screen.
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.
A subjective claim plausible for a water-based product, no specific evidence needed beyond formula type.
No mildness testing or clinical studies are publicly visible. The formula contains fragrance, parabens, and Bronopol, which can be sensitizing for some individuals, contradicting 'all skin types'.
No pH value is disclosed for the product, nor is there any evidence of its pH-balancing effect.
Propylene Glycol, a humectant, is present in the ingredient list, supporting hydration.
Rose oil has general published research for mild astringent properties, which can temporarily make pores appear smaller. This is an ingredient-level claim, not finished product evidence.
Bronopol (restricted), Methyl Paraben (restricted), Propyl Paraben (restricted)
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified (within limits), but the 'No Paraben' claim is contradicted by INCI.
Bronopol (restricted)
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Bronopol (restricted)
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Bronopol (restricted)
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
Rose oil has general published research for mild astringent properties, supporting the 'toner' aspect. 'Natural' is an emotional claim.
Mentioned only
No specific cleansing agents beyond water and mild astringency; toners can remove residual impurities but are not primary cleansers.
Missing
Propylene Glycol, a humectant, is present in the ingredient list, supporting mild moisturizing/hydrating effects.
Mentioned only
A subjective claim plausible for a water-based product, no specific evidence needed beyond formula type.
Missing
No mildness testing or clinical studies are publicly visible. The formula contains fragrance, parabens, and Bronopol, which can be sensitizing for some individuals, contradicting 'all skin types'.
Missing
No pH value is disclosed for the product, nor is there any evidence of its pH-balancing effect.
Missing
Propylene Glycol, a humectant, is present in the ingredient list, supporting hydration.
Mentioned only
Rose oil has general published research for mild astringent properties, which can temporarily make pores appear smaller. This is an ingredient-level claim, not finished product evidence.
Mentioned only
Rose oil has general published research for mild astringent properties. 'Natural' is an emotional claim.
Mentioned only
Rose oil's mild astringent properties can temporarily help reduce surface oiliness. This is ingredient-level evidence.
Mentioned only
“safe and effective for all skin types”
Claiming 'all skin types' for a product containing fragrance and potential sensitizers without specific mildness testing is an ASCI concern.
“No Paraben”
This is a false claim, as parabens are listed in the ingredient list, making it an ASCI violation for misleading advertising.
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
