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Matrix Food For Soft

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Matrix Food For Soft

Shampoo Contains fragrance Contains colorants
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Expert note

This hydrating shampoo contains excellent moisturizing ingredients like Sodium Hyaluronate, Avocado Oil, and Glycerin. However, it also contains both Sodium Laureth Sulfate AND Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, which can be harsh and drying. Best for normal to oily hair that needs hydration but may be too stripping for dry or damaged hair. Consider following with a good conditioner.

Matrix Food For Soft by Matrix — 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, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Glycol Distearate, Hexylene Glycol, Fragrance, Cocamide MEA, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Hydroxide, Dimethicone, Carbomer, Coco-Betaine, Salicylic Acid, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Menthol, Amodimethicone, Glycerin, Avocado Oil, Linalool, Trideceth-10, Benzyl Salicylate, Benzyl Alcohol, Coumarin, PEG-100 Stearate, Steareth-6, Sodium Hyaluronate, Limonene, Trideceth-3, Phenoxyethanol, Fumaric Acid, Acetic Acid, Tocopherol, Sunflower Seed Oil, Rosemary Leaf Extract

Key Ingredients

Water

Base solvent, neutral

Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Milder surfactant but can still be drying for some hair types

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

Harsh surfactant that can strip natural oils and cause dryness

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Gentle cleanser derived from coconut, reduces irritation

Sodium Chloride

Salt thickener, can be drying in high amounts

Glycol Distearate

Adds pearlescent appearance and improves texture

Ingredient Breakdown

Ingredient Details Rating
Water Base solvent, neutral Good
Sodium Laureth Sulfate Milder surfactant but can still be drying for some hair types Moderate
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate Harsh surfactant that can strip natural oils and cause dryness –
Cocamidopropyl Betaine Gentle cleanser derived from coconut, reduces irritation Good
Sodium Chloride Salt thickener, can be drying in high amounts Moderate
Glycol Distearate Adds pearlescent appearance and improves texture Good
Hexylene Glycol Solvent that enhances penetration of beneficial ingredients Good
Fragrance Can cause sensitivity or allergic reactions in some people Moderate
Cocamide MEA Foam booster and thickener from coconut oil Moderate
Citric Acid pH adjuster, helps close hair cuticle Moderate
Sodium Benzoate Preservative, generally safe in cosmetic amounts Moderate
Sodium Hydroxide pH adjuster, used in small controlled amounts Moderate
Dimethicone Silicone that provides smoothness, may cause buildup over time Moderate
Carbomer Synthetic thickener, creates gel texture, safe for hair Good
Coco-Betaine Mild coconut-derived surfactant, cleanses without stripping Good
Salicylic Acid Exfoliates scalp, helps treat dandruff and buildup Moderate
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride Natural conditioning agent, reduces static and improves detangling Good
Menthol Provides cooling sensation, can stimulate scalp but may irritate sensitive skin Moderate
Amodimethicone Water-soluble silicone, conditions without heavy buildup Moderate
Glycerin Excellent humectant, attracts and retains moisture Good
Avocado Oil Rich in vitamins and fatty acids, deeply nourishes dry hair Good
Linalool Fragrance component, potential allergen for sensitive individuals Moderate
Trideceth-10 Emulsifier that helps blend oil and water ingredients Moderate
Benzyl Salicylate Fragrance ingredient with UV-absorbing properties Moderate
Benzyl Alcohol Preservative and fragrance solvent, generally safe Moderate
Coumarin Fragrance compound, potential sensitizer Moderate
PEG-100 Stearate Emulsifier that helps blend ingredients, mildly conditioning Moderate
Steareth-6 Emulsifier that stabilizes formulations Moderate
Sodium Hyaluronate Hyaluronic acid form, excellent hydration for hair and scalp Good
Limonene Citrus fragrance, may cause sensitivity in some Moderate
Trideceth-3 Nonionic surfactant aiding in cleansing Moderate
Phenoxyethanol Common preservative, generally safe in cosmetic amounts Moderate
Fumaric Acid pH adjuster that helps balance scalp environment Moderate
Acetic Acid pH adjuster, helps smooth hair cuticle Moderate
Tocopherol Vitamin E, powerful antioxidant that protects hair Good
Sunflower Seed Oil Lightweight oil rich in vitamin E, nourishes without weighing down Good
Rosemary Leaf Extract Antioxidant that promotes scalp health and may stimulate hair growth 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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