Meguiar's Watermelon Bubblegum Wash

Meguiar'sWatermelon Bubblegum Wash

Updated · 27 ingredients analyzed

pH-NeutralAdds Protection
$0.78COST/WASH

A concentrated alkaline car shampoo featuring alcohol ethoxysulfate as the primary cleaning agent, designed for enthusiasts who want effective cleaning with novelty watermelon bubblegum fragrance.

Key Chemistry

pH

7–9

Active Mechanism

surfactant emulsification solubilization

Surfactants

5 (anionic, amphoteric)

Expert Analysis

This shampoo uses alcohol ethoxysulfate sodium salt as the primary anionic surfactant, complemented by amphoteric surfactants to create a balanced cleaning system. The mildly alkaline pH of 8 provides effective dirt removal while remaining gentle enough for regular use on protected surfaces. The full 27-ingredient disclosure suggests a complex formulation with additional conditioning agents and foam boosters beyond the core surfactant package.

Key Differentiators

  • •Complete ingredient transparency with all 27 components disclosed
  • •Distinctive watermelon bubblegum fragrance for an unconventional wash experience
  • •Alcohol ethoxysulfate primary surfactant offers good cleaning with lower environmental impact than traditional sulfates

Ingredients

27 disclosed
ALCOHOL ETHOXYSULFATE (SODIUM SALT)
<4%
CAS: 68585-34-2Surfactant
SODIUM MONO-C10-16-ALKYL SULFATES
<4%
CAS: 68585-47-7Surfactant
Water
N/D
CAS: 7732-18-5Diluent
Sodium Chloride
N/D
CAS: 7647-14-5Rheological Additive
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
N/D
CAS: 61789-40-0Surfactant - Foam Booster
Sulfuric acid, monododecyl ester compd. with 2,2',2''-nitrilotris[ethanol] (1:1)
N/D
CAS: 139-96-8Surfactant
Cocamide MEA
N/D
CAS: 68140-00-1Foam Booster
Fragrance Ingredient
N/D
CAS: Withheld as CBIFragrance Component
Fragrance Ingredient
N/D
CAS: Withheld as CBIFragrance Component
Diethylene Alcohol
N/D
CAS: Withheld as CBIUV Absorber
Polymeric Benzotriazole
N/D
CAS: 104810-47-1UV Absorber
Polymeric Benzotriazole
N/D
CAS: 104810-48-2UV Absorber
Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer
N/D
CAS: 9010-92-8Opacifying Agent
Fragrance Ingredient
N/D
CAS: Withheld as CBIFragrance Component
Fragrance Ingredient
N/D
CAS: Withheld as CBIFragrance Component
Linalool
N/D
CAS: 78-70-6Fragrance Component
Benzyl Alcohol
N/D
CAS: 100-51-6Fragrance Component
Fragrance Ingredient
N/D
CAS: Withheld as CBIFragrance Component
Fragrance Ingredient
N/D
CAS: Withheld as CBIFragrance Component
Fragrance Ingredient
N/D
CAS: Withheld as CBIFragrance Component
Fragrance Ingredient
N/D
CAS: Withheld as CBIFragrance Component
Fragrance Ingredient
N/D
CAS: Withheld as CBIFragrance Component
Benzyl Benzoate
N/D
CAS: 120-51-4Fragrance Component
Terpineol
N/D
CAS: 98-55-5Fragrance Component
Benzisothiazolinone
N/D
CAS: 2634-33-5Preservative
Red 40
N/D
CAS: 25956-17-6Colorant
Acid Red 52
N/D
CAS: 3520-42-1Colorant

Safety Profile

Signal Word
Warning
Eye Hazard
Severe Eye Irritation: Signs/symptoms may include significant redness, swelling, pain, tearing, cloudy appearance of the cornea, and impaired vision
Skin Hazard
Mild Skin Irritation: Signs/symptoms may include localized redness, swelling, itching, and dryness
Corrosive to Metals
No
Flammable
No

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