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Le Petit Marseillais

Lightness Hydration Shampoo

shampoo · 250 ml · Haircare

Le Petit Marseillais Lightness Hydration Shampoo is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 17-ingredient list, with glycerin. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance, labelled fragrance allergens (Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone) and sulfates (Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate).

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What's inside: free-from facts

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

Fits, by its list

Key ingredients in Lightness Hydration Shampoo

  • Glycerin

    A humectant that helps hair stay soft and hydrated.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1AquaDissolves salts, sugars and other water-soluble ingredientsForms the watery base of creams and gelsAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Ammonium Lauryl SulfateLifts oil and dirt for rinsing awayBuilds a rich, bubbly latherAmmonium lauryl sulfate is a surfactant, a cleansing agent that lifts oil and dirt so… Sulfates
  3. 3Cocamidopropyl BetaineLifts oil and dirt from skin and hairBuilds a soft, creamy foamA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  4. 4GlycerinDraws water into the outer skin layerHelps skin feel soft and smoothGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  5. 5Sodium ChlorideThickens shampoos, body washes and cleansersHelps shape the texture of lotionsA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  6. 6Citric AcidAdjusts the pH of the formulaBinds metal ions that affect stabilityCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  7. 7Cocos Nucifera Fruit Juice
  8. 8Calendula Officinalis Flower ExtractHelps skin feel soft and comfortableAdds soothing plant botanicalsA plant extract from calendula petals, a bright orange-yellow daisy-family flower. Its…
  9. 9Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium ChlorideHelps hair feel smooth and softEases combing and detanglingA plant-based conditioning polymer from guar beans, given a positive charge. Its main…
  10. 10Decyl GlucosideCreates a soft, light foamHelps oil and water mixA plant-derived, gentle cleansing agent made from glucose and a fatty alcohol. It helps…
  11. 11Dicaprylyl EtherSoftens and smooths skin or hairLightens the feel of heavier formulasA light, oil-like ingredient that softens skin and hair and helps products spread…
  12. 12Glyceryl OleateSoftens and smooths the skin's surfaceHelps oil and water stay mixedGlyceryl Oleate is a gentle, oil-like ingredient that softens skin and helps oil and…
  13. 13Benzoic AcidSlows mold and yeast growthProtects water-based products from spoilageA small, naturally occurring acid that helps keep formulas fresh by slowing the growth…
  14. 14Sodium BenzoateHelps stop mold and bacteria growthWorks best in mildly acidic formulasSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  15. 15Potassium SorbateStops mold and yeast from growingKeeps water-based formulas fresh longerPotassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid, a mild preservative that helps…
  16. 16ParfumAdds a pleasant scentMasks the smell of base ingredientsAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell. Fragrance
  17. 17Alpha-Isomethyl IononeGives products a soft, violet-like scentAdds floral depth to fragrance blendsA synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft floral, violet-like scent. Its main job is… Labelled fragrance allergens

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/3574661537429, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#16)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsAlpha-Isomethyl Ionone (#17)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesContainsAmmonium Lauryl 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 Le Petit Marseillais Lightness Hydration Shampoo fragrance-free?

No. Le Petit Marseillais Lightness Hydration Shampoo contains Parfum (ingredient 16 of 17).

Does Le Petit Marseillais Lightness Hydration Shampoo contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: yes (Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate). Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does Le Petit Marseillais Lightness Hydration Shampoo pass?

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

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