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L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Hydrating Shampoo

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L'Oréal Professionnel

Absolut Repair Hydrating Shampoo

shampoo · 300 ml · Haircare

L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Hydrating Shampoo is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 35-ingredient list, with glycerin and salicylic acid. List checked November 5, 2026.

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

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

£14.3526% off the list priceat Amazon UK

Amazon UK prices as of 6 November 2026, 06:19 GMT; Amazon sets the final price at checkout.

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Key ingredients in Absolut Repair Hydrating Shampoo

  • Glycerin

    A humectant that helps hair stay soft and hydrated.

  • Salicylic acid (BHA)

    Loosens flakes and build-up on the scalp.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1WaterAqua 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. 3Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  4. 4Dimethycone
  5. 5Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  6. 6Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  7. 7Hexylene GlycolHexylene Glycol is a clear, colorless liquid that mixes with both water and oil-loving…
  8. 8Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  9. 9Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  10. 10AmodimethiconeAmodimethicone is a silicone with amine groups, nitrogen-containing parts that help it…Silicones
  11. 11CarbomerA synthetic polymer made from acrylic acid that thickens water-based products and keeps…
  12. 12Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonoum Chloride
  13. 13Trideceth 10
  14. 14GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  15. 15Salicylic AcidSalicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid, or BHA, that gently exfoliates skin and helps…
  16. 16Glycol DistearateGlycol Distearate is a waxy solid made by joining glycol with stearic acid. Its main…
  17. 17LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  18. 18MicaMica is a group of shiny minerals that break into thin, flat plates. In cosmetics it…
  19. 19PEG 100 Stearate
  20. 20Hexyl CinnamalHexyl Cinnamal is a synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft, floral scent. Its main…Labelled fragrance allergens
  21. 21PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  22. 22Steareth 6
  23. 23Coco Bethaine
  24. 24Trideceth 3
  25. 25CI 77891 / Titanium DioxydeTitanium dioxide is a white mineral powder that scatters ultraviolet light, serving…
  26. 26LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  27. 27Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract
  28. 28Acetic AcidAcetic acid is the sour-tasting acid found in vinegar. In beauty products, it mainly…
  29. 29Fumaric AcidFumaric acid is a naturally occurring organic acid that is used mainly to adjust and…
  30. 30Hydrolyzed Wheat ProteinA wheat protein broken down into smaller peptides and amino acids, used mainly to…
  31. 31CI 19140 / Yellow 5A synthetic yellow dye, also called FD&C Yellow No. 5 or tartrazine, used to give a…
  32. 32Hydrolyzed Corn ProteinHydrolyzed Corn Protein is corn protein broken into smaller pieces, so it dissolves…
  33. 33Hydrolyzed Soy ProteinA soy protein that has been broken into smaller pieces, so it can coat hair and skin…
  34. 34CI 17200 / Red 33Red 33 is a synthetic red dye. Its main job is adding color to water-based products…
  35. 35FragranceAroma 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/3474636974221, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsFragrance (#35)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsLinalool (#17), Hexyl Cinnamal (#20), Limonene (#26)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesContainsSodium Laureth Sulfate (#2)
SiliconesContainsAmodimethicone (#10)
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Hydrating Shampoo fragrance-free?

No. L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Hydrating Shampoo contains Fragrance (ingredient 35 of 35).

Does L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Hydrating Shampoo contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

Which ingredient rules does L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Hydrating Shampoo pass?

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

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