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Neutrogena healthy scalp

Neutrogena

Neutrogena healthy scalp

Shampoo Alcohol-free Contains fragrance Contains colorants
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Moderate

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Expert note

Fair choice for Dandruff, Oily hair. Some good ingredients present, but watch for potential buildup or irritation.

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

Full Ingredient List

Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, PEG-7 Amodimethicone, Sodium Hydrolyzed Potato Starch Dodecenylsuccinate, PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Cocamide, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Benzoate, Fragrance (Parfum), Ext. Violet 2 (Ci 60730), Red 33 (CI 17200), Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, Water (Aqua), Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Linoleamidopropyl PG-dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Polyquaternium-39, Glycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Polyquaternium-22

Key Ingredients

Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

Cleansing agent that can be harsh and drying

PEG-7 Amodimethicone

Lightweight silicone that adds slip without buildup

Sodium Hydrolyzed Potato Starch Dodecenylsuccinate

Film-forming agent that provides hold but can cause buildup

PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate

Thickening agent that stabilizes formulations

PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Cocamide

Foaming agent that enhances texture

Propylene Glycol

Humectant, retains moisture

Ingredient Breakdown

Ingredient Details Rating
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate Cleansing agent that can be harsh and drying Moderate
PEG-7 Amodimethicone Lightweight silicone that adds slip without buildup Moderate
Sodium Hydrolyzed Potato Starch Dodecenylsuccinate Film-forming agent that provides hold but can cause buildup Moderate
PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate Thickening agent that stabilizes formulations Moderate
PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Cocamide Foaming agent that enhances texture Moderate
Propylene Glycol Humectant, retains moisture Moderate
Sodium Citrate pH adjuster that can help maintain hair color Moderate
Citric Acid pH adjuster, gentle exfoliant Moderate
Sodium Hydroxide pH adjuster, used in small amounts Moderate
Sodium Benzoate Preservative, generally safe in low amounts Moderate
Fragrance (Parfum) Adds scent but can cause irritation Moderate
Ext. Violet 2 (Ci 60730) Colorant that enhances product appearance Moderate
Red 33 (CI 17200) Colorant that provides red hue Moderate
Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract Natural astringent that may help reduce oiliness Moderate
Water (Aqua) Base solvent that hydrates and carries other ingredients Good
Cocamidopropyl Betaine Gentle cleanser, reduces irritation Good
Linoleamidopropyl PG-dimonium Chloride Phosphate Conditioning agent that enhances softness and manageability Good
Polyquaternium-39 Improves hair texture and provides moisture retention Good
Glycerin Humectant, attracts moisture Good
Hexylene Glycol Solvent that can enhance penetration of other ingredients Good
Polyquaternium-22 Conditioning agent that reduces static and adds smoothness 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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