What are surfactants, and which ones does Eucerin use?

Surfactants are active cleansing agents, sometimes also called active surface or active interface substances. They are organic compounds that influence molecular adhesion and reduce surface tension. When used in skin cleansers, they make it easier to remove dirt particles from skin’s surface. Comprehensive clinical and dermatological studies prove that the extra-mild surfactants used in Eucerin cleansing products – which include Sodium Myreth Sulfate and Lauryl Glucoside – have excellent skin compatibility.

Why does skin need protection?

Our skin works hard to protect our bodies. It defends the body from external influences such as changes in climate, pollution, UV light, and chemicals. But these environmental forces can have an impact on skin and cause it to become stressed. When skin is stressed, it is less able to work as an efficient barrier. It loses moisture and becomes permeable from the outside. It’s important that we protect our skin and support the optimal pH balance for its natural barrier function. Skin is then able to carry on its important work of protecting us.

How can I be sure your products are safe for my sensitive skin?

All Eucerin pH5 cleansing products have been specially formulated to combine gentle cleansing with excellent skin protection and clinically-proven skin tolerability. Eucerin pH5 Soap-Free bar is suitable for frequent use, even on skin that is normally intolerant to soap. Before applying a new product all over your body, test it first by applying it repeatedly to the skin on the inside of your elbow. If there’s no reaction (e.g. redness, swelling or itching) then it’s safe to assume the product is compatible with your skin. If you have any concerns we recommend that you ask a pharmacist or dermatologist for their advice.

pH5 Soap-Free Cleansing Bar

Name: pH5 Soap-Free Cleansing Bar
Brand: Eucerin
SKU: 40058002027119999

For daily cleansing of face and body and even frequent washing

Skin feels smooth and soft

Suitable for allergy prone skin - Type 1 Allergy (e.g. Hay Fever)

Gently cleanses and comforts the skin

pH5 Soap-free cleansing bar with Dexpanthenol cleanses gently sensitive skin and respects the skin’s microbiome.

Sustainability & Environment

Free of Microplastics (according to UNEP definition)

Foldingbox made of FSC certified paper

Learn more about our sustainability program

Product Info

Sensitive skin needs gentle cleansing to resist daily stressors. Protect & comfort your skin with Eucerin pH5 and experience a new skin well-being. pH5 Soap-free cleansing bar with Dexpanthenol cleanses gently sensitive skin and respects the skin’s microbiome. The replenishing formula with the pH Balance System helps to stabilise the ideal skin pH, responsible for the skin’s natural protective barrier. The skin is gentle cleansed and its pH level is stabilised. Skin feels smooth and soft and is protected from drying out, regaining its comfort.

Clinical and dermatological studies

Clinical and dermatological studies prove very good efficacy and skin tolerability on dry, sensitive, even problematic skin.

How to use

Instructions

For frequent washing of face, hands and body.
For best results, use in combination with a moisturising care product from the Eucerin pH5 range.

Do's and Dont's

Use this product if …

You have dry sensitive hand, face and body skin and are looking for a daily cleanser:

Eucerin pH5 Soap-Free Bar is a mild cleanser for dry sensitive skin. It is suitable for people with soap intolerance.

Try a different product if …

You have dry, sensitive skin on your hands and prefer a liquid hand wash:

Try Eucerin pH5 Handwash Oil.

You’re looking for a mild body cleanser for frequent showering and prefer a gel or lotion:

Try Eucerin pH5 Soft Shower (gel) or Eucerin pH5 Washfluid (lotion).

You have very dry, itchy skin:

Try Eucerin Washfluid 5% Urea.

You’re looking for a gentle body cleanser that’s suitable for all the family:

Try Eucerin pH5 Washlotion.

Ingredients

pH5 Citrate Buffer

Skin’s surface is covered by a protective acid mantle which gives it a mildly acidic pH. This pH plays an important role in skin condition and is key to skin’s protective barrier. It neutralizes alkaline-based aggressors (such as harsh surfactants), supports the essential process of shedding dead skin cells (known as desquamation) and creates the optimal environment in which skin’s natural flora can thrive.

When skin’s pH alters its barrier function is compromised. Water loss increases and skin dries out making it more susceptible to external irritants and sensitivity.

The Eucerin pH Balance System contains pH5 Citrate Buffer to restore and support skin’s optimal pH. This helps to strengthen skin’s barrier function, protect its natural defences and make skin less sensitive.

How Eucerin pH5 works

Healthy skin is the body’s first and best defense against external irritants. But, when skin is dry and sensitive, its barrier function is compromised and it is prone to further dryness and sensitivity.

The Eucerin pH5 range has been specially formulated to address the needs of dry, sensitive skin. The unique Eucerin pH Balance System restores skin’s optimal pH level and strengthens skin’s natural defenses, making it more resilient to environmental triggers and reducing sensitivity. Many of the products also contain Dexpanthenol which is known for its regenerative properties.

All Ingredients

Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Tapioca Starch, Aqua, Citric Acid, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Citrate, Panthenol, Octyldodecanol, Myristic Acid, Arachidic Acid, Oleic Acid, Parfum, CI 77891

FAQ (4)

What are surfactants, and which ones does Eucerin use?

Surfactants are active cleansing agents, sometimes also called active surface or active interface substances. They are organic compounds that influence molecular adhesion and reduce surface tension. When used in skin cleansers, they make it easier to remove dirt particles from skin’s surface.

Comprehensive clinical and dermatological studies prove that the extra-mild surfactants used in Eucerin cleansing products – which include Sodium Myreth Sulfate and Lauryl Glucoside – have excellent skin compatibility.
Why does skin need protection?

Our skin works hard to protect our bodies. It defends the body from external influences such as changes in climate, pollution, UV light, and chemicals. But these environmental forces can have an impact on skin and cause it to become stressed. When skin is stressed, it is less able to work as an efficient barrier. It loses moisture and becomes permeable from the outside. It’s important that we protect our skin and support the optimal pH balance for its natural barrier function. Skin is then able to carry on its important work of protecting us.
Why does skin’s pH matter and what does the Eucerin pH Balance System do?

Skin’s surface is covered by a protective acid mantle which gives it a mildly acidic pH. This pH plays an important role in skin condition and is key to skin’s protective barrier. It neutralizes alkaline-based aggressors (such as harsh surfactants), supports the essential process of shedding dead skin cells (known as desquamation), inhibits the growth of bacteria and creates the optimal environment in which skin’s natural flora can thrive.

When skin’s pH alters its barrier function is compromised. Water loss increases and skin dries out making it more susceptible to external irritants and sensitivity.

The Eucerin pH Balance System contains pH5 Citrate Buffer to restore and support skin’s optimal pH. This helps to strengthen skin’s barrier function, protect its natural resilience and make skin less sensitive.
How can I be sure your products are safe for my sensitive skin?

All Eucerin pH5 cleansing products have been specially formulated to combine gentle cleansing with excellent skin protection and clinically-proven skin tolerability. Eucerin pH5 Soap-Free bar is suitable for frequent use, even on skin that is normally intolerant to soap.

Before applying a new product all over your body, test it first by applying it repeatedly to the skin on the inside of your elbow. If there’s no reaction (e.g. redness, swelling or itching) then it’s safe to assume the product is compatible with your skin. If you have any concerns we recommend that you ask a pharmacist or dermatologist for their advice.

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