Altroconsumo releases comprehensive test of Italy's top intimate detergents

Altroconsumo purchased the most widely sold liquid intimate detergents in Italy in February 2026 and sent them to a laboratory for ingredient and packaging analysis. In April 2026, volunteer testers used the products in a blind trial, rating each on a scale from 1 (poor) to 9 (excellent). The final assessment combined practical use (60 % of the score), environmental impact—including formulation ingredients (80 % of the environmental share) and packaging (20 %)—and the completeness of label information.

The evaluation also considered price, sustainability, and safety of ingredients, with the practical experience weighted most heavily. Results aim to inform consumers about product performance, environmental footprint, and the clarity of information provided on packaging.

Altroconsumo excluded medical devices, biocides and disinfectants, focusing only on cosmetic products that comply with EU regulations for cleaning, fragrance and maintenance of intimate hygiene.