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Dove

Dove

Shampoo Alcohol-free Contains fragrance Contains colorants
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Moderate

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Expert note

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

Dove 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, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Fragrance (Parfum), Dimethiconol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Salicylate, Water (Aqua), Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Carbomer, PPG-9, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Butyrospermum parkii (Shea butter), Cocos Nucifera (Coconut Oil), Zinc Sulfate

Key Ingredients

TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate

Harsh surfactant that can strip natural oils and cause dryness

Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Milder surfactant but can still be drying

Sodium Chloride

Salt - thickener, can be drying in high amounts

Citric Acid

pH adjuster, gentle exfoliant

Fragrance (Parfum)

Adds scent but can cause irritation

Dimethiconol

Heavy silicone for conditioning and shine, may cause buildup

Ingredient Breakdown

Ingredient Details Rating
TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate Harsh surfactant that can strip natural oils and cause dryness Bad
Sodium Laureth Sulfate Milder surfactant but can still be drying Moderate
Sodium Chloride Salt - thickener, can be drying in high amounts Moderate
Citric Acid pH adjuster, gentle exfoliant Moderate
Fragrance (Parfum) Adds scent but can cause irritation Moderate
Dimethiconol Heavy silicone for conditioning and shine, may cause buildup Moderate
Phenoxyethanol Common preservative, generally safe in cosmetic amounts Moderate
Sodium Benzoate Preservative, generally safe in low amounts Moderate
Sodium Salicylate Mild exfoliant, can help with scalp health but may dry hair Moderate
Water (Aqua) Base solvent that hydrates and carries other ingredients Good
Cocamidopropyl Betaine Gentle cleanser, reduces irritation Good
Carbomer Synthetic thickener, creates gel texture Good
PPG-9 Humectant that helps retain moisture in hair Good
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride Conditioning agent that reduces static and improves manageability Good
Butyrospermum parkii (Shea butter) Deeply moisturizing, adds softness and reduces frizz Good
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut Oil) Deeply moisturizing, helps repair damage and reduce dandruff Good
Zinc Sulfate Helps control dandruff and soothes scalp irritation 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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