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Dove anti-frizz and smooth

Dove

Dove anti-frizz and smooth

Shampoo Alcohol-free Contains fragrance Contains colorants
50

Moderate

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Expert note

Acceptable formula for Curly, Damaged, Dandruff, Oily, Dry hair. This shampoo has a mix of beneficial and questionable ingredients.

Dove anti-frizz and smooth by Dove — a shampoo formulated to balance and care for scalp and hair. Designed to leave hair feeling refreshed and lightweight.

Full Ingredient List

TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, MEA, Sodium C12-13 Pareth Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Dimethiconol, Sodium Benzoate, Fragrance, Citric Acid, EDTA, Benzyl Salicylate, Coumarin, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool, Pectin, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycol Distearate, Carbomer, Gluconolactone, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Glycerin, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut Oil), Hydrolyzed Keratin, Butyrospermum parkii (Shea butter)

Key Ingredients

TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate

Harsh surfactant that can strip natural oils and cause dryness

MEA

Potential irritant, avoid

Sodium C12-13 Pareth Sulfate

Gentle surfactant that cleanses without excessive drying

Sodium Chloride

Salt - thickener, can be drying in high amounts

Dimethiconol

Heavy silicone for conditioning and shine, may cause buildup

Sodium Benzoate

Preservative, generally safe in low amounts

Ingredient Breakdown

Ingredient Details Rating
TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate Harsh surfactant that can strip natural oils and cause dryness Bad
MEA Potential irritant, avoid Bad
Sodium C12-13 Pareth Sulfate Gentle surfactant that cleanses without excessive drying Moderate
Sodium Chloride Salt - thickener, can be drying in high amounts Moderate
Dimethiconol Heavy silicone for conditioning and shine, may cause buildup Moderate
Sodium Benzoate Preservative, generally safe in low amounts Moderate
Fragrance Can cause allergies or irritation Moderate
Citric Acid pH adjuster, gentle exfoliant Moderate
EDTA Chelating agent, improves stability Moderate
Benzyl Salicylate Fragrance ingredient with potential for irritation in sensitive scalps Moderate
Coumarin Fragrance component, potential allergen Moderate
Hexyl Cinnamal Jasmine-scented fragrance, may cause allergic reactions Moderate
Limonene Fragrance from citrus, may cause sensitivity in some Moderate
Linalool Fragrance component, potential allergen Moderate
Pectin Natural thickener, provides mild conditioning and moisture retention Moderate
CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide) Inert pigment for opacity, no direct hair benefits Moderate
Water Base solvent, neutral Good
Cocamidopropyl Betaine Gentle cleanser, reduces irritation Good
Glycol Distearate Adds pearlescent appearance and improves texture Good
Carbomer Synthetic thickener, creates gel texture Good
Gluconolactone Gentle exfoliant that aids in moisture retention Good
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride Conditioning agent that reduces static and improves manageability Good
Glycerin Humectant, attracts moisture Good
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut Oil) Deeply moisturizing, helps repair damage and reduce dandruff Good
Hydrolyzed Keratin Strengthens hair structure and repairs damage Good
Butyrospermum parkii (Shea butter) Deeply moisturizing, adds softness and reduces frizz Good

Safety & Allergens

Fragrance allergens (linalool, geraniol, coumarin) may be present if fragrance is listed.

Colorants are aesthetic only — skip if you react to synthetic dyes.

Strong surfactants and fragrance can bother very sensitive scalps.

Patch test before full use if you have fragrance allergies or reactive skin.

Summary

Best suited for users seeking a clear, balanced cleanse. Effectively targets buildup while maintaining a light feel. Be mindful of surfactant strength and fragrance if you are sensitive.

Refreshing cleanse with balanced oil control Light fragrance in formula Sensitive scalps: monitor
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