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Redken Extreme

Redken

Redken Extreme

Shampoo Alcohol-free Contains fragrance Contains colorants
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Moderate

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Expert note

Fair choice for Curly, Damaged, Colored, Dry hair. Some good ingredients present, but watch for potential buildup or irritation.

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

Full Ingredient List

Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Parfum/Fragrance, Cocamide MIPA, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Salicylic Acid, Benzyl Salicylate, Limonene, Linalool, Fumaric Acid, Propylene Glycol, Ppg-5-Ceteth-20, Sodium Hydroxide, EDTA, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Propyl Gallate, Aqua/Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Hexylene Glycol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Potassium Dimethicone PEG-7 Panthenyl Phosphate, Sodium Sarcosinate, Polyquaternium 10, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch, Cocoyl Amine Acids

Key Ingredients

Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Milder surfactant but can still be drying

Sodium Chloride

Salt - thickener, can be drying in high amounts

Parfum/Fragrance

Adds scent but may cause irritation

Cocamide MIPA

Foaming agent that can cleanse but may leave residue

Citric Acid

pH adjuster, gentle exfoliant

Sodium Benzoate

Preservative, generally safe in low amounts

Ingredient Breakdown

Ingredient Details Rating
Sodium Laureth Sulfate Milder surfactant but can still be drying Moderate
Sodium Chloride Salt - thickener, can be drying in high amounts Moderate
Parfum/Fragrance Adds scent but may cause irritation Moderate
Cocamide MIPA Foaming agent that can cleanse but may leave residue Moderate
Citric Acid pH adjuster, gentle exfoliant Moderate
Sodium Benzoate Preservative, generally safe in low amounts Moderate
Salicylic Acid Exfoliates scalp, treats dandruff Moderate
Benzyl Salicylate Fragrance ingredient with potential for irritation in sensitive scalps Moderate
Limonene Fragrance from citrus, may cause sensitivity in some Moderate
Linalool Fragrance component, potential allergen Moderate
Fumaric Acid pH adjuster that can help balance scalp environment Moderate
Propylene Glycol Humectant, retains moisture Moderate
Ppg-5-Ceteth-20 Emulsifier that helps blend ingredients Moderate
Sodium Hydroxide pH adjuster, used in small amounts Moderate
EDTA Chelating agent, improves stability Moderate
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate Chelating agent that enhances product stability Moderate
Phenoxyethanol Common preservative, generally safe in cosmetic amounts Moderate
Propyl Gallate Antioxidant that helps preserve product but offers no direct hair benefits Moderate
Aqua/Water Universal solvent, hydrates and dissolves other ingredients Good
Cocamidopropyl Betaine Gentle cleanser, reduces irritation Good
Hexylene Glycol Solvent that can enhance penetration of other ingredients Good
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride Conditioning agent that reduces static and improves manageability Good
Potassium Dimethicone PEG-7 Panthenyl Phosphate Moisturizing silicone derivative that enhances shine and smoothness Good
Sodium Sarcosinate Mild surfactant providing gentle cleansing and conditioning Good
Polyquaternium 10 Improves hair texture and reduces frizz Good
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein Enhances moisture retention and adds shine Good
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein Strengthens hair and improves moisture retention Good
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein Strengthens and adds volume, helps retain moisture Good
Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch Moisturizing agent that strengthens hair and improves elasticity Good
Cocoyl Amine Acids Gentle surfactant derived from coconut, cleanses without stripping moisture 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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