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John Frieda Sheer Blonde Brightening Shampoo

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John Frieda

Sheer Blonde Brightening Shampoo

shampoo · 250 ml · Haircare

John Frieda Sheer Blonde Brightening Shampoo is free of drying alcohol, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 26-ingredient list, with panthenol. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance, essential oils (Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil), labelled fragrance allergens (Benzyl Alcohol, Hexyl Cinnamal) and sulfates (Sodium Laureth Sulfate).

  • Contains fragrance
  • Contains 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 Sheer Blonde Brightening Shampoo

  • Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5)

    Helps hair hold moisture and feel smoother.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1Water/Aqua/EauAqua 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-GlucosideCoco-Glucoside is a mild, plant-based cleanser made from coconut-derived fatty alcohols…
  4. 4Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  5. 5Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  6. 6Glyceryl OleateGlyceryl Oleate is a gentle, oil-like ingredient that softens skin and helps oil and…
  7. 7Hydrogenated Vegetable OilA vegetable oil that has been treated with hydrogen so it turns firmer and more stable.…
  8. 8Sorbitan CaprylateSorbitan Caprylate is a mild, usually plant-derived emulsifier made from sorbitol and…
  9. 9Dicaprylyl EtherA light, oil-like ingredient that softens skin and hair and helps products spread…
  10. 10Decyl GlucosideA plant-derived, gentle cleansing agent made from glucose and a fatty alcohol. It helps…
  11. 11Lactic AcidLactic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid, a mild acid that loosens dead skin cells and…
  12. 12Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium ChlorideA plant-based conditioning polymer made from guar gum, a bean-derived sugar chain with…
  13. 13PanthenolPanthenol is a form of vitamin B5 that the skin and hair convert to pantothenic acid.…
  14. 14Tetrasodium Glutamate DiacetateTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate is a chelating agent, a salt made from glutamic acid,…
  15. 15Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  16. 16Ascorbic AcidAscorbic Acid is a form of vitamin C used as an antioxidant that helps brighten and…
  17. 17Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  18. 18Benzoic AcidA small, naturally occurring acid that helps keep formulas fresh by slowing the growth…
  19. 19Fragrance/ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  20. 20Benzyl AlcoholBenzyl Alcohol is a clear, mild liquid that works as a preservative. It helps stop…Labelled fragrance allergens
  21. 21Citrus Aurantium Peel OilCitrus Aurantium Peel Oil is a fragrant oil pressed from the peel of the bitter orange,…Essential oils
  22. 22Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel OilEssential oils
  23. 23Hexyl CinnamalHexyl Cinnamal is a synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft, floral scent. Its main…Labelled fragrance allergens
  24. 24LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  25. 25LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  26. 26CaramelCaramel is a brown colorant made by heating sugar. Its main job is to tint a formula,…

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/5037156297546, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsFragrance/Parfum (#19)
Essential oilsContainsCitrus Aurantium Peel Oil (#21), Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil (#22)
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsBenzyl Alcohol (#20), Hexyl Cinnamal (#23), Limonene (#24), Linalool (#25)
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 John Frieda Sheer Blonde Brightening Shampoo fragrance-free?

No. John Frieda Sheer Blonde Brightening Shampoo contains Fragrance/Parfum (ingredient 19 of 26).

Does John Frieda Sheer Blonde Brightening Shampoo contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

Which ingredient rules does John Frieda Sheer Blonde Brightening Shampoo pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, acne-prone skin, pregnancy and damaged, bleached hair. Key ingredients: Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5).

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