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Garnier Fructis Shampoo Force and Gloss Shampoo

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Garnier Fructis

Shampoo Force and Gloss Shampoo

shampoo · 380 ml · Haircare

Garnier Fructis Shampoo Force and Gloss Shampoo is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 24-ingredient list, with niacinamide and salicylic acid. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance, labelled fragrance allergens (Linalool, Amyl Cinnamal) and sulfates (Sodium Laureth Sulfate).

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

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Key ingredients in Shampoo Force and Gloss Shampoo

  • Niacinamide

    Vitamin B3; supports a healthy-feeling scalp.

  • Salicylic acid (BHA)

    Loosens flakes and build-up on the scalp.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1Aqua / WaterAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Sodium Laureth SulfateSodium laureth sulfate is a cleansing agent, called a surfactant, that lifts oil and…Sulfates
  3. 3Coco - Betaine
  4. 4Glycol DistearateGlycol Distearate is a waxy solid made by joining glycol with stearic acid. Its main…
  5. 5Citrus Grandis Fruit Water/Grapefruit Fruit Water
  6. 6Fumaric AcidFumaric acid is a naturally occurring organic acid that is used mainly to adjust and…
  7. 7CarbomerA synthetic polymer made from acrylic acid that thickens water-based products and keeps…
  8. 8NiacinamideNiacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 used in skincare and haircare to help with oil,…
  9. 9PPG-5-Ceteth-20A mild cleansing agent and emulsifier made from cetyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol, that…
  10. 10PEG-55 Propylene Glycol OleateA nonionic surfactant, a cleansing molecule with no electrical charge, that helps oil…
  11. 11Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  12. 12Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  13. 13Pyridoxine Hci
  14. 14Propylene GlycolPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
  15. 15Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium ChlorideA plant-based conditioning polymer made from guar gum, a bean-derived sugar chain with…
  16. 16Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  17. 17OctyldodecanolOctyldodecanol is a light, branched fatty alcohol used as an emollient. Its main job is…
  18. 18Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  19. 19Salicylic AcidSalicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid, or BHA, that gently exfoliates skin and helps…
  20. 20LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  21. 21Amyl CinnamalA synthetic scent chemical that gives products a soft, floral, jasmine-like smell. It…Labelled fragrance allergens
  22. 22Hexyl CinnamalHexyl Cinnamal is a synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft, floral scent. Its main…Labelled fragrance allergens
  23. 23Benzyl AlcoholBenzyl Alcohol is a clear, mild liquid that works as a preservative. It helps stop…Labelled fragrance allergens
  24. 24Parfum / FragranceAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/3600542024259, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum / Fragrance (#24)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsLinalool (#20), Amyl Cinnamal (#21), Hexyl Cinnamal (#22), Benzyl Alcohol (#23)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesContainsSodium Laureth Sulfate (#2)
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Garnier Fructis Shampoo Force and Gloss Shampoo fragrance-free?

No. Garnier Fructis Shampoo Force and Gloss Shampoo contains Parfum / Fragrance (ingredient 24 of 24).

Does Garnier Fructis Shampoo Force and Gloss Shampoo contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: yes (Sodium Laureth Sulfate). Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does Garnier Fructis Shampoo Force and Gloss Shampoo pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, acne-prone skin, body acne and fungal acne (malassezia). Key ingredients: Niacinamide and Salicylic acid (BHA).

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