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L'Oréal Paris Elsève Hair Care Universal Extraordinary Oil

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L'Oréal Paris

Elsève Hair Care Universal Extraordinary Oil

styling product · 1 ml · Haircare

L'Oréal Paris Elsève Hair Care Universal Extraordinary Oil is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 18-ingredient list, with vitamin E. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance, labelled fragrance allergens (Anise Alcohol, Limonene) and silicones (Dimethicone, Dimethiconol).

  • Contains fragrance
  • No essential oils
  • Contains labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Sulfate-free
  • Contains silicones
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI
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Key ingredients in Elsève Hair Care Universal Extraordinary Oil

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1IsododecaneIsododecane is a light, branched oil made only of carbon and hydrogen, mainly used as a…
  2. 2DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
  3. 3DimethiconolDimethiconol is a silicone with reactive chain ends. It forms a thin, smooth film on…Silicones
  4. 4Cocos Nucifera OilCoconut oil is a plant oil pressed from coconut meat that mainly softens skin and hair…
  5. 5Coconut OilCoconut oil is a plant oil pressed from coconut meat that mainly softens skin and hair…
  6. 6TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  7. 7Anise AlcoholAnise alcohol is a synthetic fragrance ingredient that gives a product a sweet, floral,…Labelled fragrance allergens
  8. 8Helianthus Annuus Seed OilSunflower Seed Oil is a light plant oil pressed from the seeds of the sunflower. It…
  9. 9Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
  10. 10LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  11. 11LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  12. 12Caprylic/Capric GlyceridesA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
  13. 13Gardenia Taitensis Flower
  14. 14Rosa Canina Flower Extract
  15. 15CoumarinCoumarin is a naturally occurring aromatic compound with a sweet, hay-like scent, used…Labelled fragrance allergens
  16. 16Hexyl CinnamalHexyl Cinnamal is a synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft, floral scent. Its main…Labelled fragrance allergens
  17. 17ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  18. 18FragranceAroma 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/3600522215370, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#17), Fragrance (#18)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsAnise Alcohol (#7), Limonene (#10), Linalool (#11), Coumarin (#15), Hexyl Cinnamal (#16)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesContainsDimethicone (#2), Dimethiconol (#3)
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is L'Oréal Paris Elsève Hair Care Universal Extraordinary Oil fragrance-free?

No. L'Oréal Paris Elsève Hair Care Universal Extraordinary Oil contains Parfum, Fragrance (ingredient 17 of 18).

Does L'Oréal Paris Elsève Hair Care Universal Extraordinary Oil contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Dimethicone, Dimethiconol). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does L'Oréal Paris Elsève Hair Care Universal Extraordinary Oil pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, pregnancy and color-treated hair. Key ingredients: Vitamin E.

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