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Ouai fine hair shampoo

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Ouai fine hair shampoo

Shampoo Contains fragrance Contains colorants
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Expert note

Moderate quality shampoo. Suitable for occasional use on Straight, Damaged, Oily, Colored, Dry hair, but consider alternatives for daily care.

Ouai fine hair shampoo by the brand — 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, Cocamide MIPA, Fragrance, PEG-150 Distearate, Trideceth-6, C11-15 Pareth-7, Sodium Chloride, EDTA, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Acetic Acid, Sodium Acetate, Benzyl Salicylate, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, PEG-200 HYDROGENATED GLYCERYL PALMATE, PROPOXYTETRAMETHYL PIPERIDINYL DIMETHICONE, Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Biotin, Cetrimonium Chloride, Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Glycerin, Polyquaternium 7, COCOGLUCOSIDES HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE, SALVIA HISPANICA SEED OIL, SODIUM LAUROYL GLYCINATE, PEG-7 GLYCERYL COCOATE

Key Ingredients

Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

Cleansing agent that can be harsh and drying

Cocamide MIPA

Foaming agent that can cleanse but may leave residue

Fragrance

Can cause allergies or irritation

PEG-150 Distearate

Thickener and emulsifier that can add weight to hair

Trideceth-6

Surfactant aiding in ingredient solubility, mild on hair

C11-15 Pareth-7

Nonionic surfactant that aids in cleansing

Ingredient Breakdown

Ingredient Details Rating
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate Cleansing agent that can be harsh and drying Moderate
Cocamide MIPA Foaming agent that can cleanse but may leave residue Moderate
Fragrance Can cause allergies or irritation Moderate
PEG-150 Distearate Thickener and emulsifier that can add weight to hair Moderate
Trideceth-6 Surfactant aiding in ingredient solubility, mild on hair Moderate
C11-15 Pareth-7 Nonionic surfactant that aids in cleansing Moderate
Sodium Chloride Salt - thickener, can be drying in high amounts Moderate
EDTA Chelating agent, improves stability Moderate
Citric Acid pH adjuster, gentle exfoliant Moderate
Sodium Hydroxide pH adjuster, used in small amounts Moderate
Potassium Sorbate Natural preservative, generally safe Moderate
Sodium Benzoate Preservative, generally safe in low amounts Moderate
Phenoxyethanol Common preservative, generally safe in cosmetic amounts Moderate
Benzyl Alcohol Preservative and solvent, may be drying in high amounts Moderate
Acetic Acid pH adjuster that can enhance shine but may dry hair Moderate
Sodium Acetate pH adjuster that stabilizes formula without direct hair benefits Moderate
Benzyl Salicylate Fragrance ingredient with potential for irritation in sensitive scalps Moderate
Limonene Fragrance from citrus, may cause sensitivity in some Moderate
Hexyl Cinnamal Jasmine-scented fragrance, may cause allergic reactions Moderate
PEG-200 HYDROGENATED GLYCERYL PALMATE Emollient that provides smoothness and mild conditioning Moderate
PROPOXYTETRAMETHYL PIPERIDINYL DIMETHICONE Silicone derivative providing slip and frizz control Moderate
Water Base solvent, neutral Good
Cocamidopropyl Betaine Gentle cleanser, reduces irritation Good
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate Mild surfactant that cleanses without stripping natural oils Good
Panthenol Pro-Vitamin B5, adds shine and moisture Good
Hydrolyzed Keratin Strengthens hair structure and repairs damage Good
Biotin Vitamin B7, strengthens hair Good
Cetrimonium Chloride Antistatic, conditioning agent Good
Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride Conditioning agent that reduces static and improves manageability Good
Glycerin Humectant, attracts moisture Good
Polyquaternium 7 Conditioning agent that reduces static and adds softness Good
COCOGLUCOSIDES HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE Mild conditioning agent that enhances softness and manageability Good
SALVIA HISPANICA SEED OIL Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, nourishes and adds shine Good
SODIUM LAUROYL GLYCINATE Gentle surfactant that cleanses without stripping natural oils Good
PEG-7 GLYCERYL COCOATE Moisturizing agent that enhances softness and hydration 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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