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Pantene Pro V sleek smooth

Pantene

Pantene Pro V sleek smooth

Shampoo Alcohol-free Contains fragrance Contains colorants
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Moderate

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Expert note

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

Pantene Pro V sleek smooth by Pantene — a shampoo formulated to balance and care for scalp and hair. Designed to leave hair feeling refreshed and lightweight.

Full Ingredient List

MEA, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Xylenesulfonate, Sodium Chloride, Fragrance, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Hexyl Cinnamal, Trideceth-10, Sodium Hydroxide, Dimethiconol, Phenoxyethanol, EDTA, Histidine, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycol Distearate, Glyceryl Oleate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Panthenol, Polyquaternium-6, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil

Key Ingredients

MEA

Potential irritant, avoid

Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Milder surfactant but can still be drying

Sodium Citrate

pH adjuster that can help maintain hair color

Sodium Xylenesulfonate

Enhances solubility of ingredients, may cause dryness if overused

Sodium Chloride

Salt - thickener, can be drying in high amounts

Fragrance

Can cause allergies or irritation

Ingredient Breakdown

Ingredient Details Rating
MEA Potential irritant, avoid Bad
Sodium Laureth Sulfate Milder surfactant but can still be drying Moderate
Sodium Citrate pH adjuster that can help maintain hair color Moderate
Sodium Xylenesulfonate Enhances solubility of ingredients, may cause dryness if overused Moderate
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
Hexyl Cinnamal Jasmine-scented fragrance, may cause allergic reactions Moderate
Trideceth-10 Nonionic surfactant used for solubilizing oils, gentle on hair Moderate
Sodium Hydroxide pH adjuster, used in small amounts Moderate
Dimethiconol Heavy silicone for conditioning and shine, may cause buildup Moderate
Phenoxyethanol Common preservative, generally safe in cosmetic amounts Moderate
EDTA Chelating agent, improves stability Moderate
Histidine Amino acid that may help repair and strengthen hair Moderate
Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes Synthetic fragrance compound for long-lasting scent Moderate
Water Base solvent, neutral Good
Cocamidopropyl Betaine Gentle cleanser, reduces irritation Good
Glycol Distearate Adds pearlescent appearance and improves texture Good
Glyceryl Oleate Emollient that smooths hair cuticles, enhancing shine and color retention Good
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride Conditioning agent that reduces static and improves manageability Good
Panthenol Pro-Vitamin B5, adds shine and moisture Good
Polyquaternium-6 Conditioning agent that reduces static and improves hair manageability Good
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil Rich in fatty acids, moisturizes and adds shine 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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