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Dove daily moisture

Dove

Dove daily moisture

Shampoo Alcohol-free Contains fragrance Contains colorants
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Expert note

Poor quality shampoo for Curly, Porous hair. Multiple concerning ingredients present - seek better options.

Dove daily moisture by Dove — a shampoo formulated to balance and care for scalp and hair. Designed to leave hair feeling refreshed and lightweight.

Full Ingredient List

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, MEA, TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Sodium Chloride, Dimethiconol, Fragrance, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Sodium Sulfate, Sodium Hydroxide, EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool, PPG-6, Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycerin, Glycol Distearate, Gluconolactone, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Carbomer, PPG-9

Key Ingredients

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

Harsh surfactant stripping natural oils, causes dryness

MEA

Potential irritant, avoid

TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate

Harsh surfactant that can strip natural oils and cause dryness

Sodium Chloride

Salt - thickener, can be drying in high amounts

Dimethiconol

Heavy silicone for conditioning and shine, may cause buildup

Fragrance

Can cause allergies or irritation

Ingredient Breakdown

Ingredient Details Rating
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate Harsh surfactant stripping natural oils, causes dryness Bad
MEA Potential irritant, avoid Bad
TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate Harsh surfactant that can strip natural oils and cause dryness Bad
Sodium Chloride Salt - thickener, can be drying in high amounts Moderate
Dimethiconol Heavy silicone for conditioning and shine, may cause buildup Moderate
Fragrance Can cause allergies or irritation Moderate
Sodium Benzoate Preservative, generally safe in low amounts Moderate
Citric Acid pH adjuster, gentle exfoliant Moderate
Sodium Sulfate Salt that can enhance viscosity but may cause dryness Moderate
Sodium Hydroxide pH adjuster, used in small amounts Moderate
EDTA Chelating agent, improves stability Moderate
Phenoxyethanol Common preservative, generally safe in cosmetic amounts Moderate
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone Fragrance ingredient with no direct hair benefits 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
PPG-6 Emollient that provides slip but can build up on hair Moderate
Water Base solvent, neutral Good
Cocamidopropyl Betaine Gentle cleanser, reduces irritation Good
Glycerin Humectant, attracts moisture Good
Glycol Distearate Adds pearlescent appearance and improves texture Good
Gluconolactone Gentle exfoliant that aids in moisture retention Good
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride Conditioning agent that reduces static and improves manageability Good
Carbomer Synthetic thickener, creates gel texture Good
PPG-9 Humectant that helps retain moisture in hair 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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