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Neutrogena hair restore shampoo

Neutrogena

Neutrogena hair restore shampoo

Shampoo Alcohol-free Contains fragrance Contains colorants
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Moderate

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Expert note

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

Neutrogena hair restore shampoo by Neutrogena — a shampoo formulated to balance and care for scalp and hair. Designed to leave hair feeling refreshed and lightweight.

Full Ingredient List

MEA, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Sodium Hydrolyzed Potato Starch Dodecenylsuccinate, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Fragrance (Parfum), Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Water (Aqua), Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Decyl Glucoside, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Hexylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

Key Ingredients

MEA

Potential irritant, avoid

Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

Cleansing agent that can be harsh and drying

Sodium Hydrolyzed Potato Starch Dodecenylsuccinate

Film-forming agent that provides hold but can cause buildup

Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate

Thickening agent that provides texture but may weigh down curls

Phenoxyethanol

Common preservative, generally safe in cosmetic amounts

Sodium Benzoate

Preservative, generally safe in low amounts

Ingredient Breakdown

Ingredient Details Rating
MEA Potential irritant, avoid Bad
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate Cleansing agent that can be harsh and drying Moderate
Sodium Hydrolyzed Potato Starch Dodecenylsuccinate Film-forming agent that provides hold but can cause buildup Moderate
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate Thickening agent that provides texture but may weigh down curls Moderate
Phenoxyethanol Common preservative, generally safe in cosmetic amounts Moderate
Sodium Benzoate Preservative, generally safe in low amounts Moderate
Fragrance (Parfum) Adds scent but can cause irritation Moderate
Citric Acid pH adjuster, gentle exfoliant Moderate
Sodium Hydroxide pH adjuster, used in small amounts Moderate
Water (Aqua) Base solvent that hydrates and carries other ingredients Good
Cocamidopropyl Betaine Gentle cleanser, reduces irritation Good
Decyl Glucoside Gentle plant-based cleanser Good
Niacinamide Vitamin B3, improves scalp health Good
Panthenol Pro-Vitamin B5, adds shine and moisture Good
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride Conditioning agent that reduces static and improves manageability Good
Hexylene Glycol Solvent that can enhance penetration of other ingredients Good
Hydrolyzed Collagen Protein that strengthens and adds moisture to hair Good
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride Conditioning agent that reduces static and improves manageability 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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