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Dove Men+Care Body Wash 3-in-1 Sandalwood + Vanilla

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Dove Men+Care

Body Wash 3-in-1 Sandalwood + Vanilla

body wash · 400 ml · Men's grooming

Dove Men+Care Body Wash 3-in-1 Sandalwood + Vanilla is free of drying alcohol, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 25-ingredient list, with glycerin. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance, essential oils (Linalyl Acetate), labelled fragrance allergens (Coumarin, Hydroxycitronellal) and sulfates (Sodium Laureth Sulfate).

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

£51.67at Amazon UK

Amazon UK prices as of 6 November 2026, 04:30 GMT; Amazon sets the final price at checkout.

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Key ingredients in Body Wash 3-in-1 Sandalwood + Vanilla

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Sodium Laureth SulfateSodium laureth sulfate is a cleansing agent, called a surfactant, that lifts oil and…Sulfates
  3. 3Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  4. 4Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  5. 5Sodium Lauroyl IsethionateSodium Lauroyl Isethionate is a mild cleansing agent, or surfactant, that lifts oil and…
  6. 6GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  7. 7Acrylates CopolymerA film-forming polymer made from linked acrylic building blocks. Its main job is to…
  8. 8ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  9. 9Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  10. 10Stearic AcidStearic acid is a solid, waxy fatty acid that comes from animal and plant fats. It…
  11. 11Lauric AcidLauric Acid is a saturated fatty acid from coconut and palm kernel oils. Its main job…
  12. 12Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  13. 13Hydroxystearic Acid
  14. 14Palmitic AcidPalmitic Acid is a natural fatty acid found in palm oil, shea butter and animal fats.…
  15. 15Tetrasodium EDTATetrasodium EDTA is the salt form of EDTA, a chelating agent that binds metal ions in…
  16. 16Sodium IsethionateSodium Isethionate is the sodium salt of isethionic acid, a small, water-friendly…
  17. 17Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  18. 18PPG-6PPG-6 is a polypropylene glycol, a lightweight polymer built from about six repeating…
  19. 19Acetyl CedreneAcetyl Cedrene is a synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft, woody, cedar-like…
  20. 20CoumarinCoumarin is a naturally occurring aromatic compound with a sweet, hay-like scent, used…Labelled fragrance allergens
  21. 21HydroxycitronellalA lab-made fragrance ingredient whose main job is giving products a fresh, floral…Labelled fragrance allergens
  22. 22LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  23. 23Linalyl AcetateLinalyl acetate is a fragrance ingredient, an ester found naturally in plants like…Essential oils
  24. 24Tetramethyl AcetyloctahydronaphthalenesA synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft, woody-amber scent that helps give a…
  25. 25Trimethylcyclopentenyl Methylisopentenol

Source: Dove Men+Care product page, www.dove.com/uk/p/dove-men+care-sandalwood-+-vanilla-3-in-1-hair,-face, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#8)
Essential oilsContainsLinalyl Acetate (#23)
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsCoumarin (#20), Hydroxycitronellal (#21), Linalool (#22)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesContainsSodium Laureth Sulfate (#2)
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Dove Men+Care Body Wash 3-in-1 Sandalwood + Vanilla fragrance-free?

No. Dove Men+Care Body Wash 3-in-1 Sandalwood + Vanilla contains Parfum (ingredient 8 of 25).

Does Dove Men+Care Body Wash 3-in-1 Sandalwood + Vanilla contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

Which ingredient rules does Dove Men+Care Body Wash 3-in-1 Sandalwood + Vanilla pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, acne-prone skin, pregnancy and dry skin. Key ingredients: Glycerin.

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Amazon UK prices as of 6 November 2026, 04:30 GMT; Amazon sets the final price at checkout.