Name: Head and shoulders
Brand: Head & Shoulders
SKU: 496070

Head and shoulders

Procter & Gamble

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

7

Why this score

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

What's inside

Parfum

Skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis, respiratory irritation, potential for phototoxicity

Sodium Salicylate

Gastrointestinal irritation, hypersensitivity reactions, risk of salicylate toxicity with excessive ingestion

Hexyl Cinnamal

Skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis, eye irritation, potential respiratory sensitization

Benzyl Alcohol

Skin irritation, allergic sensitization, potential neurotoxicity in high doses especially in infants

Triethylene Glycol

Potential irritant, industrial use, limited consumption data, not generally recognized as safe for food

Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Skin irritation, eye irritation, potential mild sensitization on prolonged or repeated exposure

Propylene Glycol

Mild skin irritation possible at high concentrations, rare sensitization

Water

Hydration, essential for life, non-toxic

Citric acid

Preservative effect by acidifying foods, flavor enhancement, pH control in food processing

Sodium citrate

Water softener, chelating agent, pH buffering, biodegradable, low toxicity

Glycol Distearate

Improves texture and appearance of formulations, enhances moisturization, provides pearlescent effect

Sodium Chloride

Increases viscosity, improves product stability, non-toxic, widely available and biodegradable

Menthol

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

Sodium Benzoate

Effective preservative at low concentrations, extends shelf life by preventing microbial contamination

Tetrasodium EDTA

Enhances stability of formulations by chelating metal ions, prevents discoloration and rancidity

Trideceth-10

Improves formulation stability and product texture, enhances solubilization of ingredients

Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil

Flavoring agent, aroma enhancer, topical soothing effects, antimicrobial properties

Mentha Arvensis Leaf/Stem Oil

Antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, may relieve digestive discomfort and respiratory issues

Sodium Xylenesulfonate

Improves solubility of other ingredients, enhances cleaning formulation stability, low toxicity and biodegradability

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Mild surfactant, good foaming and cleansing properties, reduces irritation of harsher surfactants

Cocamide MEA

Foaming agent, emulsifier, thickening agent in cosmetics and personal care products

Piroctone Olamine

Antifungal activity, controls dandruff, antimicrobial properties

Dimethiconol

Provides smooth skin feel, enhances spreadability, forms protective barrier

Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

Hair conditioning, improves wet combing, reduces static and frizz

Dimethicone

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

TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate (triethanolamine dodecylbenzenesulfonate)

Effective surfactant, detergent and emulsifying properties, helps solubilize oils and dirt

Sodium Hydroxide

Effective pH control and acidity regulation in food processing, aids in peeling and curing processes

Glycerin

Humectant properties, moisture retention, solvent for active ingredients

Niacinamide

Supports skin barrier integrity, improves skin appearance, essential nutrient

Panthenol

Moisturizing, improves skin hydration and barrier function

Tocopheryl Acetate

Antioxidant properties, skin conditioning, vitamin E source

Acetic Acid

Preserves food by inhibiting microbial growth, regulates acidity

Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract

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

Product Details

Form Type

liquid

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