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Dove Coconut & Hydration Shampoo

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Dove Coconut & Hydration Shampoo

Shampoo Contains fragrance Contains colorants
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Moderate

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Expert note

Moderate quality shampoo. Suitable for occasional use on Curly, Straight, Damaged, Colored, Oily, Dandruff hair, but consider alternatives for daily care.

Dove Coconut & Hydration Shampoo by Dove — a shampoo formulated to balance and care for scalp and hair. Designed to leave hair feeling refreshed and lightweight.

Full Ingredient List

MEA, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Gluconate, Dimethicone, Fragrance (Parfum), Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Laureth-4, Laureth-23, Citric Acid, EDTA, PEG-45M, Benzyl Salicylate, Coumarin, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Alcohol, Limonene, Curcuma Aromatica Root Oil, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Carbomer, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Glycol Distearate, PPG-9, Prunus amygdalus dulcis (Sweet Almond) oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut Oil), Water (Eau)

Key Ingredients

MEA

Potential irritant, avoid

Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Milder surfactant but can still be drying

Sodium Gluconate

Chelating agent that stabilizes formulation and enhances product performance

Dimethicone

Common silicone providing smoothness and shine, may build up

Fragrance (Parfum)

Adds scent but can cause irritation

Sodium Benzoate

Preservative, generally safe in low amounts

Ingredient Breakdown

Ingredient Details Rating
MEA Potential irritant, avoid Bad
Sodium Laureth Sulfate Milder surfactant but can still be drying Moderate
Sodium Gluconate Chelating agent that stabilizes formulation and enhances product performance Moderate
Dimethicone Common silicone providing smoothness and shine, may build up Moderate
Fragrance (Parfum) Adds scent but can cause irritation Moderate
Sodium Benzoate Preservative, generally safe in low amounts Moderate
Sodium Chloride Salt - thickener, can be drying in high amounts Moderate
Laureth-4 Acts as a mild surfactant and emulsifier Moderate
Laureth-23 Mild surfactant providing gentle cleansing Moderate
Citric Acid pH adjuster, gentle exfoliant Moderate
EDTA Chelating agent, improves stability Moderate
PEG-45M Thickening agent that enhances product texture Moderate
Benzyl Salicylate Fragrance ingredient with potential for irritation in sensitive scalps Moderate
Coumarin Fragrance component, potential allergen Moderate
Linalool Fragrance component, potential allergen Moderate
Hexyl Cinnamal Jasmine-scented fragrance, may cause allergic reactions Moderate
Benzyl Alcohol Preservative and solvent, may be drying in high amounts Moderate
Limonene Fragrance from citrus, may cause sensitivity in some Moderate
Curcuma Aromatica Root Oil Potential anti-inflammatory properties, but limited hair-specific benefits Moderate
Cocamidopropyl Betaine Gentle cleanser, reduces irritation Good
Glycerin Humectant, attracts moisture Good
Cocamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate Conditioning agent that enhances hair softness and manageability Good
Carbomer Synthetic thickener, creates gel texture Good
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride Conditioning agent that reduces static and improves manageability Good
Glycol Distearate Adds pearlescent appearance and improves texture Good
PPG-9 Humectant that helps retain moisture in hair Good
Prunus amygdalus dulcis (Sweet Almond) oil Lightweight oil that nourishes and adds shine Good
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut Oil) Deeply moisturizing, helps repair damage and reduce dandruff Good
Water (Eau) Base solvent, neutral 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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