Bath & skin · Last checked Sep 30, 2026
Mustela Gentle Cleansing Gel
Verdict
Widely sold, but it contains added fragrance, which ingredient reviewers flag for babies.
Contains fragrance
What parents and testers say
Recurring praise
- Easy to find
Recurring complaints
- Added fragrance
Our summary of patterns across the reviews and threads linked below. Not quotes.
Materials & safety check
!FragranceContains added fragrance
!PreservativePhenoxyethanol
When to buy it
Before birth
One fragrance-free wash is enough to start
First weeks
Sponge baths until the cord stump falls off
Ongoing
2–3 baths a week is plenty for most babies
Consider instead: Mustela Stelatopia for the brand's fragrance-free option.
Sources
- NonToxicLab: Best non-toxic baby shampoo and body wash
- Gimme the Good Stuff: Safe baby wash and soap guide
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