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Sunsilk

Sunsilk

Shampoo Alcohol-free Contains fragrance Contains colorants
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Expert note

Not recommended for Straight, Damaged, Oily, Dry, Dandruff hair. This shampoo contains several harsh or potentially harmful ingredients.

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

Full Ingredient List

DMDM Hydantoin, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Propylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance, Citric Acid, Benzoic Acid, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool, PPG-3 Caprylyl Ether, Saccharomyces/Magnesium Ferment, Saccharomyces/Iron Ferment, Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment, Saccharomyces/Silicon Ferment, Saccharomyces/Zinc Ferment, Monosodium Citrate, Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Coco Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Glycerin, Triticum Vulgare Germ Protein

Key Ingredients

DMDM Hydantoin

Preservative that releases formaldehyde, potential irritant for sensitive scalps

Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Milder surfactant but can still be drying

Sodium Chloride

Salt - thickener, can be drying in high amounts

Propylene Glycol

Humectant, retains moisture

1,2-Hexanediol

Humectant that helps retain moisture, can be slightly oily

Caprylyl Glycol

Preservative and skin conditioning agent

Ingredient Breakdown

Ingredient Details Rating
DMDM Hydantoin Preservative that releases formaldehyde, potential irritant for sensitive scalps Bad
Sodium Laureth Sulfate Milder surfactant but can still be drying Moderate
Sodium Chloride Salt - thickener, can be drying in high amounts Moderate
Propylene Glycol Humectant, retains moisture Moderate
1,2-Hexanediol Humectant that helps retain moisture, can be slightly oily Moderate
Caprylyl Glycol Preservative and skin conditioning agent Moderate
Phenoxyethanol Common preservative, generally safe in cosmetic amounts Moderate
Fragrance Can cause allergies or irritation Moderate
Citric Acid pH adjuster, gentle exfoliant Moderate
Benzoic Acid Preservative, can irritate sensitive skin Moderate
Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate Emollient that provides moisture but may be heavy for some hair types Moderate
Hexyl Cinnamal Jasmine-scented fragrance, may cause allergic reactions Moderate
Limonene Fragrance from citrus, may cause sensitivity in some Moderate
Linalool Fragrance component, potential allergen Moderate
PPG-3 Caprylyl Ether Lightweight emollient providing slip and shine Moderate
Saccharomyces/Magnesium Ferment Mineral ferment that may support scalp health Moderate
Saccharomyces/Iron Ferment Mineral ferment potentially enhancing hair vitality Moderate
Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment Mineral ferment possibly aiding in scalp health Moderate
Saccharomyces/Silicon Ferment Mineral ferment that might improve hair texture Moderate
Saccharomyces/Zinc Ferment Mineral ferment that can help control dandruff Moderate
Monosodium Citrate pH adjuster maintaining product stability Moderate
Water Base solvent, neutral Good
Cocamidopropyl Betaine Gentle cleanser, reduces irritation Good
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride Conditioning agent that reduces static and improves manageability Good
Coco Glucoside Mild natural surfactant Good
Glyceryl Oleate Emollient that smooths hair cuticles, enhancing shine and color retention Good
Glycerin Humectant that attracts and retains moisture Good
Triticum Vulgare Germ Protein Strengthens and repairs hair structure 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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