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L’Oréal thickening shampoo

Garnier

L’Oréal thickening shampoo

Shampoo Contains fragrance Contains colorants
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Moderate

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Expert note

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

L’Oréal thickening shampoo by Garnier — a shampoo formulated to balance and care for scalp and hair. Designed to leave hair feeling refreshed and lightweight.

Full Ingredient List

Sodium Chloride, Fragrance, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Salicylic Acid, Linalool, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Salicylate, Benzyl Alcohol, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil, Citrus Grandis Peel Oil, Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycerin, Polyquaternium 10, Green Tea Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

Key Ingredients

Sodium Chloride

Salt - thickener, can be drying in high amounts

Fragrance

Can cause allergies or irritation

Sodium Benzoate

Preservative, generally safe in low amounts

Citric Acid

pH adjuster, gentle exfoliant

Sodium Hydroxide

pH adjuster, used in small amounts

Salicylic Acid

Exfoliates scalp, treats dandruff

Ingredient Breakdown

Ingredient Details Rating
Sodium Chloride Salt - thickener, can be drying in high amounts Moderate
Fragrance Can cause allergies or irritation Moderate
Sodium Benzoate Preservative, generally safe in low amounts Moderate
Citric Acid pH adjuster, gentle exfoliant Moderate
Sodium Hydroxide pH adjuster, used in small amounts Moderate
Salicylic Acid Exfoliates scalp, treats dandruff Moderate
Linalool Fragrance component, potential allergen Moderate
Limonene Fragrance from citrus, may cause sensitivity in some Moderate
Hexyl Cinnamal Jasmine-scented fragrance, may cause allergic reactions Moderate
Benzyl Salicylate Fragrance ingredient with potential for irritation in sensitive scalps Moderate
Benzyl Alcohol Preservative and solvent, may be drying in high amounts Moderate
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil Essential oil that adds fragrance, may cause sensitivity Moderate
Citrus Limon Peel Oil Adds fragrance and shine, may cause sensitivity in some Moderate
Citrus Aurantifolia Oil Refreshing scent, can enhance shine but may irritate sensitive scalps Moderate
Citrus Limon Peel Extract Provides a refreshing scent, may cause dryness Moderate
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil Adds fragrance and slight shine, potential for photosensitivity Moderate
Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil Enhances fragrance, may cause slight dryness Moderate
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil Fragrant oil with potential drying effect Moderate
Water Base solvent, neutral Good
Cocamidopropyl Betaine Gentle cleanser, reduces irritation Good
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate Mild surfactant, gentle cleansing Good
Glycerin Humectant, attracts moisture Good
Polyquaternium 10 Improves hair texture and reduces frizz Good
Green Tea Extract Antioxidant, promotes healthy hair Good
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Soothes scalp and conditions hair, providing moisture 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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