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Cantu

Mens Styling Cream Pomade

styling product · 227 g · Men's grooming

Cantu Mens Styling Cream Pomade is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 27-ingredient list, with glycerin, panthenol and shea butter. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance and labelled fragrance allergens (Linalool, Benzyl Benzoate).

£7.79at Amazon UK

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Amazon UK prices as of 6 November 2026, 13:01 GMT; Amazon sets the final price at checkout.

Where to buy

Listed in Amazon's stores in United Kingdom · Germany · France · Italy · Spain · Netherlands · Poland · Sweden; links take you to your own store.

What's inside: free-from facts

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

Fits, by its list

Key ingredients in Mens Styling Cream Pomade

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5)

    Soothes and helps skin and hair hold moisture.

  • Shea butter

    A rich emollient for dry skin and hair.

  • Caffeine

    A stimulating ingredient used in eye and scalp formulas.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1Aqua(Water)Dissolves salts, sugars and other water-soluble ingredientsForms the watery base of creams and gelsAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Polyquaternium-37Helps tame frizz and flyawaysAdds slip for easier detanglingPolyquaternium-37 is a synthetic polymer with positive charges that cling to hair. Its…
  3. 3Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil (Hemp)
  4. 4CaffeineHelps the look of tired, puffy eyesGives a light, refreshing feelCaffeine is a stimulating compound found in coffee and tea. In cosmetics, it helps the…
  5. 5Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
  6. 6Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil (Moringa)
  7. 7Adansonia Digitata Oil (Baobab)
  8. 8Aleurites Moluccana Seed Oil (Kukui Nut)
  9. 9Cocosnucifera (Coconut) Oil Honey Extract
  10. 10PanthenolHelps skin and hair hold moistureSoftens and smooths dry skinPanthenol is a form of vitamin B5 that the skin and hair convert to pantothenic acid.…
  11. 11Hydrolyzedquinoa
  12. 12Arctiumlapparootextract(Burdock Root)
  13. 13Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract (Green TEA)
  14. 14Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract (Amla)
  15. 15GlycerinDraws water into the outer skin layerHelps skin feel soft and smoothGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  16. 16Tocopherol (Vitamin E)Slows oxidation, the breakdown of oilsHelps shield skin from everyday air and light damageTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  17. 17Corn Starch Modified
  18. 18Parfum(Fragrance) PPG-1 Trideceth-6 Fragrance
  19. 19Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/DicaprateSoftens and smooths skin and hairGives a light, silky slipA light oily ester made from butylene glycol and two fatty acids. It mainly softens…
  20. 20EthylhexylglycerinBoosts other preservativesHelps keep products freshEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  21. 21PhenoxyethanolProtects formulas from bacteria and moldKeeps water-based products fresh longerA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  22. 22Citric AcidAdjusts the pH of the formulaBinds metal ions that affect stabilityCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  23. 23LinaloolGives products a fresh, floral scentHelps mask the smell of other ingredientsLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare… Labelled fragrance allergens
  24. 24Benzyl BenzoateGives products a mild, sweet scentHelps scent blend evenly and last longerBenzyl Benzoate is a clear, oily liquid with a mild, sweet scent. It mainly helps… Labelled fragrance allergens
  25. 25CoumarinAdds a sweet, hay-like scentBrings a warm, vanilla-like noteCoumarin is a naturally occurring aromatic compound with a sweet, hay-like scent, used… Labelled fragrance allergens
  26. 26Hexyl CinnamalAdds a soft, floral scentBlends and rounds out other fragrance notesHexyl Cinnamal is a synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft, floral scent. Its main… Labelled fragrance allergens
  27. 27LimoneneAdds a fresh citrus scentHelps dissolve oils and fragrance blendsLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a… Labelled fragrance allergens

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/0817513016783, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum(Fragrance) PPG-1 Trideceth-6 (#18)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsLinalool (#23), Benzyl Benzoate (#24), Coumarin (#25), Hexyl Cinnamal (#26), Limonene (#27)
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 Cantu Mens Styling Cream Pomade fragrance-free?

No. Cantu Mens Styling Cream Pomade contains Parfum(Fragrance) PPG-1 Trideceth-6 (ingredient 18 of 27).

Does Cantu Mens Styling Cream Pomade contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

Which ingredient rules does Cantu Mens Styling Cream Pomade pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, acne-prone skin, pregnancy and dry skin. Key ingredients: Glycerin, Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5), Shea butter and Caffeine.

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