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Loreal elvital

L'Oréal

Loreal elvital

Shampoo Alcohol-free Contains fragrance Contains colorants
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Expert note

Consider alternatives for Straight, Damaged, Colored, Dry, Oily hair. The formula includes ingredients that may damage hair over time.

Loreal elvital by L'Oréal — a shampoo formulated to balance and care for scalp and hair. Designed to leave hair feeling refreshed and lightweight.

Full Ingredient List

MEA, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Dimethicone, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Hydroxide, Steareth-6, Phenoxyethanol, Acetic Acid, Trideceth-10, Trideceth-3, Salicylic Acid, Limonene, Fumaric Acid, Linalool, Amodimethicone, Citric Acid, Citronellol, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Hexyl Cinnamal, Glycolic Acid, Parfum/Fragrance, Peg-20 Stearate, Pine, Carvone, Geranyl Acetate, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Aqua/Water, Glycol Distearate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Coco-Betaine, Carbomer, Hexylene Glycol, Hydroxypropyltrimonium

Key Ingredients

MEA

Potential irritant, avoid

Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Milder surfactant but can still be drying

Sodium Chloride

Salt - thickener, can be drying in high amounts

Dimethicone

Common silicone providing smoothness and shine, may build up

Sodium Benzoate

Preservative, generally safe in low amounts

Sodium Hydroxide

pH adjuster, used in small amounts

Ingredient Breakdown

Ingredient Details Rating
MEA Potential irritant, avoid Bad
Sodium Laureth Sulfate Milder surfactant but can still be drying Moderate
Sodium Chloride Salt - thickener, can be drying in high amounts Moderate
Dimethicone Common silicone providing smoothness and shine, may build up Moderate
Sodium Benzoate Preservative, generally safe in low amounts Moderate
Sodium Hydroxide pH adjuster, used in small amounts Moderate
Steareth-6 Emulsifier that helps blend ingredients, mild on hair Moderate
Phenoxyethanol Common preservative, generally safe in cosmetic amounts Moderate
Acetic Acid pH adjuster that can enhance shine but may dry hair Moderate
Trideceth-10 Nonionic surfactant used for solubilizing oils, gentle on hair Moderate
Trideceth-3 Nonionic surfactant aiding in cleansing and emulsification Moderate
Salicylic Acid Exfoliates scalp, treats dandruff Moderate
Limonene Fragrance from citrus, may cause sensitivity in some Moderate
Fumaric Acid pH adjuster that can help balance scalp environment Moderate
Linalool Fragrance component, potential allergen Moderate
Amodimethicone Water-soluble silicone conditioning without heavy buildup Moderate
Citric Acid pH adjuster, gentle exfoliant Moderate
Citronellol Fragrance component with potential for irritation Moderate
Citrus Limon Peel Oil Adds fragrance and shine, may cause sensitivity in some Moderate
Hexyl Cinnamal Jasmine-scented fragrance, may cause allergic reactions Moderate
Glycolic Acid Exfoliates, removes buildup Moderate
Parfum/Fragrance Adds scent but may cause irritation Moderate
Peg-20 Stearate Emulsifier that helps mix oil and water Moderate
Pine Natural extract with potential soothing properties Moderate
Carvone Fragrance component with potential refreshing scent Moderate
Geranyl Acetate Fragrance ingredient providing floral aroma Moderate
Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes Synthetic fragrance compound for long-lasting scent Moderate
Aqua/Water Universal solvent, hydrates and dissolves other ingredients Good
Glycol Distearate Adds pearlescent appearance and improves texture Good
Cocamidopropyl Betaine Gentle cleanser, reduces irritation Good
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride Conditioning agent that reduces static and improves manageability Good
Coco-Betaine Mild surfactant that cleanses without stripping oils Good
Carbomer Synthetic thickener, creates gel texture Good
Hexylene Glycol Solvent that can enhance penetration of other ingredients Good
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Conditioning agent that reduces static and frizz 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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