Name: Head & Shoulders
Brand: Head & Shoulders
SKU: 260450
Availability: InStock
Rating: 22 (1 reviews)

Head & Shoulders

Procter & Gamble

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

12

Why this score

IngredientsSeverity and exposure-weighted ingredient concerns
Not lab testedNo indexed lab report (-4)

What's inside

Sodium Hydroxide

Severe skin irritation, chemical burns, eye damage, respiratory irritation upon inhalation of dust or aerosols

Isopropyl Alcohol

Skin irritation, eye irritation, central nervous system effects if inhaled in high concentrations, flammability

Methylisothiazolinone

Contact allergy, skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis, eye irritation, restricted use in rinse-off products in EU

Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Skin irritation, eye irritation, potential sensitization with prolonged or repeated exposure

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

Skin irritation, eye irritation, potential sensitization with prolonged or repeated exposure, mucous membrane irritation

Sodium Sulfite

Irritation or sensitization in sensitive individuals, potential allergen, exacerbation of asthma symptoms, processing chemical residues

Benzyl Salicylate

Skin sensitization, mild skin irritation, potential phototoxicity, allergic contact dermatitis

Hexyl Cinnamal

Skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis, mild irritation

Amyl Cinnamal

Skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis, potential respiratory sensitization

D&C Red No. 33

Irritation and sensitization in some individuals, potential carcinogenicity concerns under high exposure, regulated use limits

Magnesium Nitrate

Eye irritation, respiratory irritation if inhaled as dust, oxidizing agent risk, ingestion toxicity at high doses

Propylene Glycol

Irritation to skin and eyes in sensitive individuals, potential allergic sensitization, ingestion toxicity rare but possible in large amounts

Citric acid

Acidity regulator, preservative, enhances flavor balance

Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil

Aromatic properties, potential antimicrobial effects, may aid digestion, anti-inflammatory properties

Sodium Chloride

Cost-effective thickener, abrasive agent, enhances product texture and performance, widely available and biodegradable

Magnesium Carbonate Hydroxide

Anti-caking agent, lubricant, neutralizer, prevents clumping in powdered products

Sodium Salicylate

Anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects at therapeutic doses

Sodium citrate

Water softening, pH buffering, biodegradable, low toxicity

Sodium Acetate

pH buffering, texture stabilization, antimicrobial properties

Methylchloroisothiazolinone

Effective antimicrobial preservative to extend product shelf-life

Benzyl Alcohol

Antimicrobial preservative, solvent for fragrances and active ingredients

Linalool

Provides floral and citrus scent characteristics in fragrances and flavors

Citronellol

Fragrance component providing floral scent

Menthol

Provides minty scent and cooling sensation, enhances consumer perception of cleanliness

Mentha Piperita Essential (Peppermint) Oil

Flavoring agent, refreshing aroma, mild antimicrobial properties

Citrus Limon Fruit Extract

Antioxidant effects, antimicrobial properties, natural flavor enhancement, potential anti-inflammatory activity

FD&C Blue No. 1

Provides blue color in food and cosmetic products, improves product appearance

FD&C Yellow No. 5

Provides bright yellow color to products, stable in many formulations

Aqua

Widely used as a non-toxic solvent and carrier

Dimethicone

Reduces foam, provides skin conditioning, improves spreadability, chemically inert

Pyrithione Zinc

Antimicrobial activity, antifungal properties, helps control dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis

Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

Hair conditioning, improves texture and manageability, thickening agent in formulations

Sodium Benzoate

Effective antimicrobial preservative, helps extend product shelf life, low toxicity and biodegradable

Sodium Xylenesulfonate

Improves solubility of surfactants and oils, enhances product stability, low toxicity at typical use levels

Magnesium Chloride

Provides bioavailable magnesium essential for muscle and nerve function, electrolyte balance, and enzymatic reactions

Magnesium Sulfate

Provides magnesium essential for muscle and nerve function, electrolyte balance, mild laxative effect

Piroctone Olamine

Antifungal activity, controls dandruff, antimicrobial properties

Polyquaternium-10

Hair conditioning, improves texture and manageability, reduces static and enhances moisture retention

Limonene

Effective natural solvent, pleasant citrus fragrance, biodegradable

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

Skin hydration, soothing effect on skin, moisturization

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil

Moisturizing properties for skin, source of monounsaturated fats, emollient in cosmetics

Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract

Antimicrobial properties, anti-inflammatory effects, respiratory health benefits, antioxidant properties

Product Details

Form Type

liquid

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