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Baxter of California Clay Pomade

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Baxter of California

Clay Pomade

styling product · 85 g · Haircare

Baxter of California Clay Pomade is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 21-ingredient list, with glycerin. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance and labelled fragrance allergens (Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene).

  • Contains fragrance
  • No essential oils
  • Contains labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Sulfate-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI

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Key ingredients in Clay Pomade

  • Glycerin

    A humectant that helps hair stay soft and hydrated.

Full ingredient list, decoded

21 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

  1. 1Water (Aqua)Aqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2KaolinKaolin is a soft white clay, mostly made of the mineral kaolinite, that mainly absorbs…
  3. 3Cetearyl AlcoholA waxy fatty alcohol blend that thickens formulas and helps oil and water mix into…
  4. 4GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  5. 5Stearyl AlcoholStearyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol, often made from plant oils, that thickens…
  6. 6VP/VA CopolymerA film-forming polymer built from vinylpyrrolidone and a long hydrocarbon chain. It…
  7. 7PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is a water-soluble emulsifier made from castor oil. Its…
  8. 8Polysorbate 60Polysorbate 60 is a mild, water-loving emulsifier made from sorbitol, ethylene oxide…
  9. 9Fragrance (Parfum)Aroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  10. 10Polyquaternium-11
  11. 11Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/DicaprateA light oily ester made from butylene glycol and two fatty acids. It mainly softens…
  12. 12PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  13. 13Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
  14. 14EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  15. 15Hexyl CinnamalHexyl Cinnamal is a synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft, floral scent. Its main…Labelled fragrance allergens
  16. 16LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  17. 17LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  18. 18Butylphenyl MethylpropionalA synthetic fragrance ingredient that gives products a fresh, floral scent, close to…Labelled fragrance allergens
  19. 19CitronellolCitronellol is a fragrance ingredient found naturally in plants like rose and…Labelled fragrance allergens
  20. 20GeraniolGeraniol is a fragrance molecule found naturally in plants like roses and geraniums. It…Labelled fragrance allergens
  21. 21Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene CarboxaldehydeA synthetic fragrance ingredient whose main job is to give products a fresh, floral,…Labelled fragrance allergens

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/0763615672634, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsFragrance (Parfum) (#9)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsHexyl Cinnamal (#15), Limonene (#16), Linalool (#17), Butylphenyl Methylpropional (#18), Citronellol (#19), Geraniol (#20), Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde (#21)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Baxter of California Clay Pomade fragrance-free?

No. Baxter of California Clay Pomade contains Fragrance (Parfum) (ingredient 9 of 21).

Does Baxter of California Clay Pomade contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does Baxter of California Clay Pomade pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, acne-prone skin, pregnancy and curly hair. Key ingredients: Glycerin.

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Amazon UK prices as of 6 November 2026, 05:32 GMT; Amazon sets the final price at checkout.