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Dove Intensive repair serum mask

Dove

Dove Intensive repair serum mask

Conditioner Contains fragrance Contains colorants
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Moderate

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Expert note

Fair choice for Curly, Colored, Damaged, Dry, Dandruff hair. Some good ingredients present, but watch for potential buildup or irritation.

Dove Intensive repair serum mask by Dove — a conditioner formulated to balance and care for scalp and hair. Designed to leave hair feeling refreshed and lightweight.

Full Ingredient List

Dimethiconol/Silsesquioxane Copolymer, Isohexadecane, Dipropylene Glycol, Fragrance (Parfum), Citric Acid, Lactic Acid, Sodium Gluconate, Sodium Benzoate, EDTA, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Chloride, Benzyl Salicylate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool, Yellow 5 (19140), Yellow 6 (15985), Water (Aqua), Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Glycerin, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut Oil), Avena Sativa (Oat) Peptide, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Sh-Polypeptide-56

Key Ingredients

Dimethiconol/Silsesquioxane Copolymer

Lightweight silicone that adds slip without buildup

Isohexadecane

Lightweight emollient providing smoothness and shine

Dipropylene Glycol

Humectant that helps retain moisture but can be drying if overused

Fragrance (Parfum)

Adds scent but can cause irritation

Citric Acid

pH adjuster, gentle exfoliant

Lactic Acid

pH balancer, gentle exfoliant

Ingredient Breakdown

Ingredient Details Rating
Dimethiconol/Silsesquioxane Copolymer Lightweight silicone that adds slip without buildup Moderate
Isohexadecane Lightweight emollient providing smoothness and shine Moderate
Dipropylene Glycol Humectant that helps retain moisture but can be drying if overused Moderate
Fragrance (Parfum) Adds scent but can cause irritation Moderate
Citric Acid pH adjuster, gentle exfoliant Moderate
Lactic Acid pH balancer, gentle exfoliant Moderate
Sodium Gluconate Chelating agent that stabilizes formulation and enhances product performance Moderate
Sodium Benzoate Preservative, generally safe in low amounts Moderate
EDTA Chelating agent, improves stability Moderate
Sodium Citrate pH adjuster that can help maintain hair color Moderate
Sodium Chloride Salt - thickener, can be drying in high amounts Moderate
Benzyl Salicylate Fragrance ingredient with potential for irritation in sensitive scalps 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
Yellow 5 (19140) Synthetic dye with no direct hair benefits Moderate
Yellow 6 (15985) Synthetic dye with no direct hair benefits Moderate
Water (Aqua) Base solvent that hydrates and carries other ingredients Good
Cetearyl Alcohol Fatty alcohol blend that conditions and softens Good
Behentrimonium Chloride Conditioning agent, detangles hair Good
Glycerin Humectant, attracts moisture Good
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut Oil) Deeply moisturizing, helps repair damage and reduce dandruff Good
Avena Sativa (Oat) Peptide Nourishes and soothes dry, damaged hair Good
Ceramide NP Restores and maintains hair's natural protective barrier Good
Ceramide AP Restores and maintains hair's natural barrier Good
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein Enhances moisture retention and adds shine Good
Sh-Polypeptide-56 Peptide that strengthens and repairs damaged 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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