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Kerastase

ESTELA

Kerastase

Other Contains fragrance Contains colorants
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Moderate

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Expert note

Acceptable formula for Curly, Damaged, Dry, Porous hair. This other has a mix of beneficial and questionable ingredients.

Kerastase by ESTELA — a other formulated to balance and care for scalp and hair. Designed to leave hair feeling refreshed and lightweight.

Full Ingredient List

Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Cetyl Esters, Caprylyl Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Benzyl Salicylate, Linalool, Benzyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Fragrance, 2-Oleamido, 1,3-Octadecanediol, Water, Eau, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sunflower Seed Oil, Hydroxypropyl Guar, Glyceryl Stearate, Tartaric Acid, Honey, Mel Extract

Key Ingredients

Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine

Conditioning agent, can irritate sensitive scalp

Cetyl Esters

Synthetic wax, provides conditioning

Caprylyl Glycol

Preservative and skin conditioning agent

Salicylic Acid

Exfoliates scalp, treats dandruff

Benzyl Salicylate

Fragrance ingredient with potential for irritation in sensitive scalps

Linalool

Fragrance component, potential allergen

Ingredient Breakdown

Ingredient Details Rating
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine Conditioning agent, can irritate sensitive scalp Moderate
Cetyl Esters Synthetic wax, provides conditioning Moderate
Caprylyl Glycol Preservative and skin conditioning agent Moderate
Salicylic Acid Exfoliates scalp, treats dandruff Moderate
Benzyl Salicylate Fragrance ingredient with potential for irritation in sensitive scalps Moderate
Linalool Fragrance component, potential allergen Moderate
Benzyl Alcohol Preservative and solvent, may be drying in high amounts Moderate
Citric Acid pH adjuster, gentle exfoliant Moderate
Fragrance Can cause allergies or irritation Moderate
2-Oleamido Lipid derivative that provides conditioning but may cause buildup Moderate
1,3-Octadecanediol Emollient that smooths hair surface, offering temporary softness Moderate
Water Base solvent, neutral Good
Eau Hydrates and acts as a solvent for other ingredients Good
Glycerin Humectant, attracts moisture Good
Cetearyl Alcohol Fatty alcohol blend that conditions and softens Good
Sunflower Seed Oil Rich in vitamins, adds shine Good
Hydroxypropyl Guar Conditioning agent that improves hair smoothness and manageability Good
Glyceryl Stearate Emulsifier that conditions and smooths hair Good
Tartaric Acid Mild exfoliant that helps balance pH, can be drying if overused Good
Honey Moisturizes and adds shine Good
Mel Extract Natural humectant that retains moisture and adds shine 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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