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Moroccanoil

Frizz Control Shampoo

shampoo · 250 ml · Haircare

Moroccanoil Frizz Control Shampoo is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 49-ingredient list, with glycerin, panthenol and vitamin E. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance, labelled fragrance allergens (Linalool, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone) and silicones (Bis-Cetearyl Amodimethicone).

£21.50at Amazon UK

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Where to buy

Listed in Amazon's stores in United Kingdom · Germany · France · Italy · Spain · Netherlands · Poland · Sweden; links take you to your own store.

What's inside: free-from facts

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

Fits, by its list

Key ingredients in Frizz Control Shampoo

  • Glycerin

    A humectant that helps hair stay soft and hydrated.

  • Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5)

    Helps hair hold moisture and feel smoother.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1Water/AquaDissolves 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. 2Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
  3. 3Sodium Cocoyl IsethionateCleans by lifting oil and dirtBuilds a soft, creamy latherSodium Cocoyl Isethionate is a mild, coconut-derived surfactant that cleans by lifting…
  4. 4Lauryl GlucosideLifts oil and dirt from skinCreates a light, airy foamLauryl Glucoside is a mild, often plant-derived cleansing agent made from fatty alcohol…
  5. 5Acrylates Crosspolymer-4
  6. 6Disteareth-75 IPDI
  7. 7Cocamide Methyl MEA
  8. 8Coconut AcidForms a soap base when neutralizedHelps create a rich latherCoconut Acid is a mix of fatty acids, mostly lauric acid, made from coconut oil. It is…
  9. 9Bis-Cetearyl Amodimethicone Silicones
  10. 10GlycerinDraws 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…
  11. 11Fragrance/PerfumeAdds 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
  12. 12Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil
  13. 13Artocarpus Heterophyllus (Jackfruit) Fruit Extract
  14. 14Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) OilSoftens and smooths skin and hairHelps hair hold onto moistureCoconut oil is a plant oil pressed from coconut meat that mainly softens skin and hair…
  15. 15Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
  16. 16Amaranthus Caudatus (Amaranth) Seed Extract
  17. 17Porphyra Umbilicalis (Red Algae) Extract
  18. 18Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
  19. 19Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum
  20. 20Argan Oil Glycereth-8 Esters
  21. 21Citric 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…
  22. 22EthylhexylglycerinBoosts other preservativesHelps keep products freshEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  23. 23Coco-GlucosideLifts oil and dirt from skin and hairCreates a soft, gentle foamCoco-Glucoside is a mild, plant-based cleanser made from coconut-derived fatty alcohols…
  24. 24Glyceryl 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…
  25. 25Sodium IsethionateHelps other ingredients blend in waterServes as a starting point for mild isethionate cleansersSodium Isethionate is the sodium salt of isethionic acid, a small, water-friendly…
  26. 26PropanediolDraws water into the skinHelps dissolve and blend ingredientsPropanediol is a clear liquid that draws water toward the skin. Its jobs are as a…
  27. 27Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium ChlorideConditions hair and reduces staticHelps hair detangle and slipA plant-based conditioning polymer made from guar gum, a bean-derived sugar chain with…
  28. 28Trisodium Ethylenediamine DisuccinateBinds metal ions in waterHelps preservatives perform wellTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate is a chelating agent, a salt that grabs onto…
  29. 29Glycol DistearateAdds a soft, pearly shimmerHelps stabilize creams and lotionsGlycol Distearate is a waxy solid made by joining glycol with stearic acid. Its main…
  30. 30PanthenolHelps skin and hair hold moistureSoftens and smooths dry skinPanthenol is a form of vitamin B5 that the skin and hair convert to pantothenic acid.…
  31. 31Ceteareth-25Blends oil and water into one mixKeeps creams and lotions from separatingCeteareth-25 is a gentle emulsifier made from cetearyl alcohol, helping oil and water…
  32. 32Ceteareth-7
  33. 33TocopherolSlows oxidation, the breakdown of oilsHelps shield skin from everyday air and light damageTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  34. 34Lactobacillus Ferment
  35. 35Caprylyl GlycolBoosts preservative performanceSoftens and conditions skinCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
  36. 36Fumaric AcidAdjusts the pH of the formulaKeeps the product's acidity steadyFumaric acid is a naturally occurring organic acid that is used mainly to adjust and…
  37. 37Glycolic AcidLoosens bonds between dead skin cellsHelps skin look smoother and brighterGlycolic acid is a small alpha hydroxy acid, the smallest of its family, that gently…
  38. 38Potassium HydroxideAdjusts the pH of a formulaHelps make potassium soap from fatty oilsPotassium Hydroxide is a strong alkali used to raise pH and help make soap from fatty…
  39. 39BHTSlows oxidation in oils and fatsHelps keep smell and color stableBHT is a synthetic antioxidant that slows down oxidation, the process that makes oils…
  40. 40Diisostearyl MalateSoftens and conditions the skinGives powders and pigments a smooth slipDiisostearyl Malate is a light, oil-like ester made from malic acid and a branched…
  41. 41Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides CitrateHelps oil and water blendKeeps creams and washes stableA palm-derived emulsifier made from hydrogenated glycerides reacted with citric acid,…
  42. 42LecithinBlends oil and water into a stable mixSoftens and conditions the skinLecithin is a natural mix of fatty substances called phospholipids, taken from plant or…
  43. 43Ascorbyl PalmitateAdds vitamin C to creams and cleansersHelps protect formulas from oxidationA fat-soluble form of vitamin C that acts as an antioxidant and is used to brighten and…
  44. 44Sodium 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…
  45. 45ChlorphenesinKeeps mold and yeast from growingWorks alongside other preservativesChlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative that mainly keeps mold and yeast from growing…
  46. 46Potassium SorbateStops mold and yeast from growingKeeps water-based formulas fresh longerPotassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid, a mild preservative that helps…
  47. 47PhenoxyethanolProtects formulas from bacteria and moldKeeps water-based products fresh longerA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  48. 48LinaloolGives products a fresh, floral scentHelps mask the smell of other ingredientsLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare… Labelled fragrance allergens
  49. 49Alpha-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: Moroccanoil product page, uk.moroccanoil.com/products/frizz-control-shampoo, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsFragrance/Perfume (#11)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsLinalool (#48), Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone (#49)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesContainsBis-Cetearyl Amodimethicone (#9)
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Moroccanoil Frizz Control Shampoo fragrance-free?

No. Moroccanoil Frizz Control Shampoo contains Fragrance/Perfume (ingredient 11 of 49).

Does Moroccanoil Frizz Control Shampoo contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Bis-Cetearyl Amodimethicone). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does Moroccanoil Frizz Control Shampoo pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, pregnancy, color-treated hair and damaged, bleached hair. Key ingredients: Glycerin, Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) and Vitamin E.

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