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The Body Shop Tea Tree 3-in-1 Wash

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The Body Shop

Tea Tree 3-in-1 Wash

cleanser · 125 ml · Skincare

The Body Shop Tea Tree 3-in-1 Wash is free of fragrance, labelled fragrance allergens, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 28-ingredient list, with glycerin, salicylic acid and vitamin E. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains essential oils (Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil/Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Leptospermum Petersonii Oil), drying alcohol and sulfates (Sodium Laureth Sulfate).

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

£13.00at 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 Tea Tree 3-in-1 Wash

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Salicylic acid (BHA)

    An oil-soluble exfoliant that clears inside pores.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1Aqua/Water/EauAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2KaolinKaolin is a soft white clay, mostly made of the mineral kaolinite, that mainly absorbs…
  3. 3GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  4. 4PropanediolPropanediol is a clear liquid that draws water toward the skin. Its jobs are as a…
  5. 5PerlitePerlite is a lightweight, porous powder made from volcanic glass that is heated until…
  6. 6Argilla/Magnesium Aluminum SilicateA natural clay mineral that swells in water to form a soft gel, and its main job is to…
  7. 7Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
  8. 8Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  9. 9Sodium Laureth SulfateSodium laureth sulfate is a cleansing agent, called a surfactant, that lifts oil and…Sulfates
  10. 10Decyl GlucosideA plant-derived, gentle cleansing agent made from glucose and a fatty alcohol. It helps…
  11. 11PEG-7 Glyceryl CocoatePEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate is a mild, coconut-based cleansing agent made from coconut oil…
  12. 12Alcohol DenatAlcohol, usually ethanol, is a light liquid that dissolves oils and fragrance and dries…Drying alcohol
  13. 13Jojoba EstersJojoba esters are a light, wax-like mix of long-chain fatty esters, derived from the…
  14. 14PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  15. 15Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil/Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf OilAn essential oil steam-distilled from the leaves of the Australian tea tree. It is…Essential oils
  16. 16Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  17. 17Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  18. 18Salicylic AcidSalicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid, or BHA, that gently exfoliates skin and helps…
  19. 19Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil
  20. 20EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  21. 21MentholMenthol is a cooling compound found naturally in peppermint oil and also made in labs.…
  22. 22Trisodium Ethylenediamine DisuccinateTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate is a chelating agent, a salt that grabs onto…
  23. 23Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  24. 24Tetrasodium PyrophosphateA salt that binds calcium and magnesium in hard water so they don't interfere with a…
  25. 25Leptospermum Petersonii OilEssential oils
  26. 26TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  27. 27CI 77891/Titanium DioxideTitanium dioxide is a white mineral powder that scatters ultraviolet light, serving…
  28. 28CI 77499/Iron OxidesA group of mineral pigments made from iron and oxygen, used to give color in makeup,…

Source: The Body Shop product page, www.thebodyshop.com/products/tea-tree-3-in-1-wash-scrub-mask, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceNone listed—
Essential oilsContainsMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil/Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil (#15), Leptospermum Petersonii Oil (#25)
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholContainsAlcohol Denat (#12)
SulfatesContainsSodium Laureth Sulfate (#9)
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is The Body Shop Tea Tree 3-in-1 Wash fragrance-free?

Yes. The Body Shop Tea Tree 3-in-1 Wash lists no parfum or fragrance, but it does contain essential oils (Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil/Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Leptospermum Petersonii Oil). Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does The Body Shop Tea Tree 3-in-1 Wash contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

Which ingredient rules does The Body Shop Tea Tree 3-in-1 Wash pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, acne-prone skin, body acne and keratosis pilaris. Key ingredients: Glycerin, Salicylic acid (BHA) and Vitamin E.

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