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Head & Shoulders Pure Intense Anti-Dandruff Soothing Itchy Shampoo

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Head & Shoulders

Pure Intense Anti-Dandruff Soothing Itchy Shampoo

shampoo · 250 ml · Haircare

Head & Shoulders Pure Intense Anti-Dandruff Soothing Itchy Shampoo is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 25-ingredient list, with glycerin and piroctone olamine. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance, labelled fragrance allergens (Limonene, Hexyl 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 Pure Intense Anti-Dandruff Soothing Itchy Shampoo

  • Glycerin

    A humectant that helps hair stay soft and hydrated.

  • Piroctone olamine

    An anti-dandruff active.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1AquaAqua 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. 3Sodium XylenesulfonateA salt made from xylene that helps oily and poorly soluble ingredients stay mixed into…
  4. 4Cocamide MEACocamide MEA is a coconut-derived foaming agent and thickener made from coconut oil…
  5. 5Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  6. 6Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  7. 7Sodium CitrateSodium Citrate is the sodium salt of citric acid, a mild, fruit-derived acid. It mainly…
  8. 8ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  9. 9Piroctone OlaminePiroctone olamine is a synthetic anti-dandruff active that helps reduce flakes by…
  10. 10Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  11. 11GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  12. 12Sodium SalicylateSodium Salicylate is the sodium salt of salicylic acid, a beta hydroxy acid, used…
  13. 13Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  14. 14Polyquaternium-10A plant-derived polymer, made from modified cellulose, that carries a positive charge…
  15. 15Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium ChlorideA plant-based conditioning polymer made from guar gum, a bean-derived sugar chain with…
  16. 16LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  17. 17Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  18. 18Hexyl CinnamalHexyl Cinnamal is a synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft, floral scent. Its main…Labelled fragrance allergens
  19. 19Propylene GlycolPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
  20. 20HydroxycitronellalA lab-made fragrance ingredient whose main job is giving products a fresh, floral…Labelled fragrance allergens
  21. 21LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  22. 22CitronellolCitronellol is a fragrance ingredient found naturally in plants like rose and…Labelled fragrance allergens
  23. 23Citrus Limon Fruit Extract
  24. 24Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
  25. 25CI 42090Blue 1 is a synthetic blue dye, also called FD&C Blue No. 1, that gives a product its…

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/8006540691991, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#8)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsLimonene (#16), Hexyl Cinnamal (#18), Hydroxycitronellal (#20), Linalool (#21), Citronellol (#22)
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 Head & Shoulders Pure Intense Anti-Dandruff Soothing Itchy Shampoo fragrance-free?

No. Head & Shoulders Pure Intense Anti-Dandruff Soothing Itchy Shampoo contains Parfum (ingredient 8 of 25).

Does Head & Shoulders Pure Intense Anti-Dandruff Soothing Itchy Shampoo contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

Which ingredient rules does Head & Shoulders Pure Intense Anti-Dandruff Soothing Itchy Shampoo pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, acne-prone skin, fungal acne (malassezia) and pregnancy. Key ingredients: Glycerin and Piroctone olamine.

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