Head & Shoulders Shampoo Itchy Scalp 400mL
by Head & Shoulders
Safety score
Poor
Based on an ingredient-level analysis for babies and young children. Not medical advice.
Head & Shoulders Shampoo Itchy Scalp 400mL — 400 mL
Ingredients to watch
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
moderateSodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) is a harsh detergent that strips the skin's natural moisture barrier. It is a known skin irritant and can worsen eczema. Many dermatologists recommend avoiding it in baby products.
Fragrance
moderate"Fragrance" or "parfum" is one of the biggest red flags in personal care — a single term that can include up to 3,000 different chemicals without any required disclosure. Fragrance is the leading cause of contact allergy in cosmetics. Many fragrance compounds are skin sensitizers and potential endocrine disruptors.
SODIUM BENZOATE
moderateSodium benzoate is a chemical preservative. When combined with vitamin C (ascorbic acid), it can form benzene — a known carcinogen. It is also linked to hyperactivity in children, leading the UK to recommend removing it from children's foods.
What's good in it
WATER
Used as the primary carrier for all other ingredients.
Solvent
Sodium Chloride
Common table salt used to adjust product texture and aid preservation.
Thickener / preservative aid
DIMETHICONE
Silicones create a smooth, silky feel and help other ingredients spread evenly on skin.
Emollient / conditioning agent
NIACINAMIDE
Form of vitamin B3 that improves skin texture, reduces redness, and supports the skin barrier.
Skin conditioner / brightener
Panthenol
Provitamin B5 that deeply moisturizes and helps repair skin.
Humectant / skin conditioner
TOCOPHERYL ACETATE
Synthetic form of vitamin E used as a stable antioxidant.
Antioxidant / skin conditioner
propylene glycol
Attracts moisture and helps other ingredients penetrate the skin.
Humectant / solvent
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