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dove intensive repair

Dove

dove intensive repair

Shampoo Alcohol-free Contains fragrance Contains colorants
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Moderate

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Expert note

Moderate quality shampoo. Suitable for occasional use on Straight, Damaged, Dry hair, but consider alternatives for daily care.

dove intensive repair 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, Fragrance (Parfum), Dimethiconol, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, EDTA, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool, Sodium C12-13 Pareth Sulfate, Sodium Glutamate, C12-13 Pareth 1, PEG-45M, Mica (CI 77019), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Water (Aqua), Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycerin, Glycol Distearate, Carbomer, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, PPG-9, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut Oil), Ceramide NP, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Avena Sativa (Oat) Peptide, SH-Polypeptide-50

Key Ingredients

TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate

Harsh surfactant that can strip natural oils and cause dryness

MEA

Potential irritant, avoid

Fragrance (Parfum)

Adds scent but can cause irritation

Dimethiconol

Heavy silicone for conditioning and shine, may cause buildup

Sodium Chloride

Salt - thickener, can be drying in high amounts

Citric Acid

pH adjuster, gentle exfoliant

Ingredient Breakdown

Ingredient Details Rating
TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate Harsh surfactant that can strip natural oils and cause dryness Bad
MEA Potential irritant, avoid Bad
Fragrance (Parfum) Adds scent but can cause irritation Moderate
Dimethiconol Heavy silicone for conditioning and shine, may cause buildup Moderate
Sodium Chloride Salt - thickener, can be drying in high amounts Moderate
Citric Acid pH adjuster, gentle exfoliant Moderate
Sodium Benzoate Preservative, generally safe in low amounts Moderate
Sodium Laureth Sulfate Milder surfactant but can still be drying Moderate
EDTA Chelating agent, improves stability Moderate
Benzyl Salicylate Fragrance ingredient with potential for irritation in sensitive scalps Moderate
Citronellol Fragrance component with potential for irritation 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
Sodium C12-13 Pareth Sulfate Gentle surfactant that cleanses without excessive drying Moderate
Sodium Glutamate Conditioning agent that helps improve hair texture Moderate
C12-13 Pareth 1 Non-ionic surfactant providing gentle cleansing Moderate
PEG-45M Thickening agent that enhances product texture Moderate
Mica (CI 77019) Adds shimmer and shine to hair Moderate
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891) Provides opacity and UV protection Moderate
Water (Aqua) Base solvent that hydrates and carries other ingredients Good
Cocamidopropyl Betaine Gentle cleanser, reduces irritation Good
Glycerin Humectant, attracts moisture Good
Glycol Distearate Adds pearlescent appearance and improves texture Good
Carbomer Synthetic thickener, creates gel texture Good
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride Conditioning agent that reduces static and improves manageability Good
PPG-9 Humectant that helps retain moisture in hair Good
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut Oil) Deeply moisturizing, helps repair damage and reduce dandruff Good
Ceramide NP Restores and maintains hair's natural protective barrier Good
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein Enhances moisture retention and adds shine Good
Ceramide AP Restores and maintains hair's natural barrier Good
Ceramide EOP Strengthens and protects hair structure Good
Phytosphingosine Supports hair's natural lipid barrier Good
Cholesterol Moisturizes and improves hair elasticity Good
Avena Sativa (Oat) Peptide Nourishes and soothes dry, damaged hair Good
SH-Polypeptide-50 Peptide that strengthens and repairs 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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