Shower Gel Dark Temptation

body wash · 400 ml · Body

Axe Shower Gel Dark Temptation is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 18-ingredient list, with glycerin and lactic acid. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance, labelled fragrance allergens (Geraniol, Limonene) and sulfates (Sodium Laureth Sulfate).

Contains fragrance
No essential oils
Contains labelled fragrance allergens
No drying alcohol
Contains sulfates
Silicone-free
Paraben-free
No MI/MCI

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Key ingredients in Shower Gel Dark Temptation

Glycerin
A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.
Lactic acid (AHA)
A gentler, hydrating exfoliant.

Full ingredient list, decoded

18 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

1AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
2Sodium Laureth SulfateSodium laureth sulfate is a cleansing agent, called a surfactant, that lifts oil and…Sulfates
3GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
4Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
5Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
6ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
7Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
8Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
9Lactic AcidLactic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid, a mild acid that loosens dead skin cells and…
10Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
11PPG-6PPG-6 is a polypropylene glycol, a lightweight polymer built from about six repeating…
12Saccharide IsomerateSaccharide Isomerate is a mixture of simple sugars used as a humectant, helping…
13GeraniolGeraniol is a fragrance molecule found naturally in plants like roses and geraniums. It…Labelled fragrance allergens
14LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
15LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
16CI 17200
17CI 19140
18CI 42090Blue 1 is a synthetic blue dye, also called FD&C Blue No. 1, that gives a product its…

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/8710447284094, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	Contains	Parfum (#6)
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	Contains	Geraniol (#13), Limonene (#14), Linalool (#15)
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	Contains	Sodium Laureth Sulfate (#2)
Silicones	None listed	—
Parabens	None listed	—
MI / MCI	None listed	—
Formaldehyde releasers	None listed	—
Mineral oil & petrolatum	None listed	—
Lanolin	None listed	—
Chemical UV filters	None listed	—

Frequently asked questions

Is Axe Shower Gel Dark Temptation fragrance-free?

No. Axe Shower Gel Dark Temptation contains Parfum (ingredient 6 of 18).

Does Axe Shower Gel Dark Temptation contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: yes (Sodium Laureth Sulfate). Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does Axe Shower Gel Dark Temptation pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, acne-prone skin, body acne and fungal acne (malassezia). Key ingredients: Glycerin and Lactic acid (AHA).