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Kérastase Specifique

Kerastase

Kérastase Specifique

Shampoo Contains fragrance Contains colorants
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Expert note

Professional anti-dandruff treatment shampoo from Kerastase with effective active ingredients. Piroctone Olamine fights fungal causes of dandruff while Salicylic Acid exfoliates flaky scalp. Glycyrrhetinic Acid (licorice) soothes irritation. However, contains SLES which can be drying, Isopropyl Alcohol, and multiple fragrance allergens. Best for oily scalps with dandruff issues. May be too stripping for dry or sensitive scalps despite the soothing actives.

Kérastase Specifique by Kerastase — a shampoo formulated to balance and care for scalp and hair. Designed to leave hair feeling refreshed and lightweight.

Full Ingredient List

Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Laureth-5 Carboxylic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Ceteareth-60 Myristyl Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Hydroxide, Hydroxycitronellal, Sodium Acetate, Polyquaternium-10, Salicylic Acid, Linalool, Benzyl Alcohol, Isopropyl Alcohol, Piroctone Olamine, Tartaric Acid, Citronellol, Citric Acid, Hexylene Glycol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Fragrance

Key Ingredients

Water

Base solvent, neutral

Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Milder surfactant but can still be drying

Laureth-5 Carboxylic Acid

Mild surfactant that helps balance scalp pH

Propylene Glycol

Humectant that helps ingredients penetrate

Ceteareth-60 Myristyl Glycol

Emulsifier and thickener that stabilizes formula

Sodium Chloride

Salt thickener

Ingredient Breakdown

Ingredient Details Rating
Water Base solvent, neutral Good
Sodium Laureth Sulfate Milder surfactant but can still be drying Moderate
Laureth-5 Carboxylic Acid Mild surfactant that helps balance scalp pH Moderate
Propylene Glycol Humectant that helps ingredients penetrate Moderate
Ceteareth-60 Myristyl Glycol Emulsifier and thickener that stabilizes formula Moderate
Sodium Chloride Salt thickener Moderate
Sodium Benzoate Preservative, generally safe Moderate
Sodium Hydroxide pH adjuster, used in small amounts Moderate
Hydroxycitronellal Fragrance component that may cause sensitivity Moderate
Sodium Acetate pH buffer that helps maintain formula stability Moderate
Polyquaternium-10 Conditioning polymer that improves manageability Good
Salicylic Acid Exfoliates scalp, treats dandruff and buildup effectively Good
Linalool Fragrance component, potential allergen Moderate
Benzyl Alcohol Preservative and fragrance solvent Moderate
Isopropyl Alcohol Drying alcohol that helps product absorb quickly Moderate
Piroctone Olamine Effective anti-dandruff and anti-fungal active ingredient Good
Tartaric Acid pH adjuster derived from grapes Moderate
Citronellol Rose-scented fragrance, mild sensitizer Moderate
Citric Acid pH adjuster, helps close hair cuticle Moderate
Hexylene Glycol Solvent that enhances absorption of active ingredients Good
Hexyl Cinnamal Jasmine fragrance, may cause allergic reactions Moderate
Glycyrrhetinic Acid Licorice extract with soothing anti-inflammatory properties for scalp Good
Fragrance Can cause sensitivity in some people Moderate

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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