The primary ingredient providing physical exfoliation to the scalp.
Usually helps with
Removing buildup and dead skin cells
Watch for
Can be drying or irritating for sensitive scalps
The base liquid for the formula.
Usually helps with
Dissolving other ingredients
Surfactant
Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
A gentle surfactant that helps create lather and cleanse the scalp.
Usually helps with
Cleansing and lathering
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Generally well-tolerated
Exfoliant
Maris Sal/Sea Salt/Sel Marin
Provides granular exfoliation for the scalp.
Usually helps with
Removing impurities and dead skin
Watch for
Potential for irritation on sensitive skin
Surfactant
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
A mild cleansing agent that produces a creamy lather.
Usually helps with
Gentle cleansing
Surfactant
Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
A mild surfactant that provides good cleansing without stripping.
Usually helps with
Cleansing
Emulsifier
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Helps to mix oil and water components.
Usually helps with
Stabilizing the formula
A mild amphoteric surfactant that boosts lather and reduces irritation.
Usually helps with
Gentle cleansing and foam boosting
Surfactant
Decyl Glucoside
A very mild, plant-derived surfactant.
Usually helps with
Gentle cleansing
Attracts moisture to the scalp and hair.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Conditioning Agent
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
Provides conditioning and detangling benefits.
Usually helps with
Smoothing and softening
A moisturizing ingredient derived from sugar beets.
Usually helps with
Hydration and scalp comfort
A foam booster and thickening agent.
Usually helps with
Improving lather and texture
Fragrance
Parfum/Fragrance
Adds scent to the product.
Usually helps with
Sensory experience
Watch for
Potential for irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals
Emulsifier
Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate
Helps to blend oil and water ingredients.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
Provides moisturizing and conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
Softening and smoothing
Used to adjust the pH of the formula.
Usually helps with
Balancing pH
A solvent and humectant that helps with product texture and hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration and texture enhancement
Chelating Agent
Sodium Gluconate
Helps to stabilize the formula by binding to metal ions.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
A common preservative to prevent microbial growth.
Usually helps with
Product preservation
Watch for
Can be a mild irritant for some
Emulsifier
Glyceryl Olivate
An emulsifier derived from olive oil.
Usually helps with
Blending ingredients
Active Ingredient
Polygonum Fagopyrum Seed Extract/Polygonum Fagopyrum (Buckwheat) Seed Extract
Contains polysaccharides that help lock in moisture and shield hair from dryness.
Usually helps with
Hydration and protection
Emollient
Hydrogenated Rapeseed Alcohol
Softens and smooths the hair.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing and conditioning
Colorant
Ci 77491/ Iron Oxides
Provides color to the product.
Usually helps with
Coloring
A skin-conditioning agent that also acts as a preservative booster.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing and preservation
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
A skin-conditioning agent with preservative properties.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing and preservation
Preservative
Benzyl Alcohol
A preservative that can also act as a solvent and fragrance component.
Usually helps with
Preservation
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Can be an allergen or irritant for some individuals
A fragrance component derived from citrus peels.
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Potential allergen
A fragrance component with a floral scent.
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Potential allergen
A fragrance ingredient.
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Potential allergen
A fragrance component with a rose-like scent.
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Potential allergen
A fragrance component with a pine-like scent.
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Potential allergen
Fragrance
Pogostemon Cablin Oil
Patchouli oil, used for its scent.
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Potential allergen
A fragrance component with a rosy scent.
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Potential allergen
A fragrance component with a floral, bergamot-like scent.
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Potential allergen
Fragrance
Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil
Orange peel oil, used for its scent.
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Potential allergen
A fragrance component with a lilac-like scent.
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Potential allergen