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Neutrogena

T/Gel Oily Scalp Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Fights Dandruff

shampoo · 125 ml · Haircare

Neutrogena T/Gel Oily Scalp Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Fights Dandruff is free of essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 16-ingredient list, with glycerin, salicylic acid and piroctone olamine. List checked November 6, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance, drying alcohol and sulfates (Sodium Laureth Sulfate).

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What's inside: free-from facts

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

Fits, by its list

Key ingredients in T/Gel Oily Scalp Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Fights Dandruff

  • Glycerin

    A humectant that helps hair stay soft and hydrated.

  • Salicylic acid (BHA)

    Loosens flakes and build-up on the scalp.

  • Piroctone olamine

    An anti-dandruff active.

Full ingredient list, decoded

16 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. 2Sodium Laureth SulfateCleans by lifting oil and dirtCreates a rich, bubbly latherSodium laureth sulfate is a cleansing agent, called a surfactant, that lifts oil and… Sulfates
  3. 3GlycerinDraws 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…
  4. 4Cocamidopropyl BetaineLifts oil and dirt from skin and hairBuilds a soft, creamy foamA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  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. 6Salicylic AcidLoosens dead skin cells on the surfaceHelps clear oil and debris inside poresSalicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid, or BHA, that gently exfoliates skin and helps…
  7. 7Piroctone OlamineSlows yeast-like microbes on the scalpHelps reduce flakes linked to dandruffPiroctone olamine is a synthetic anti-dandruff active that helps reduce flakes by…
  8. 8Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium ChlorideHelps hair feel smooth and softEases combing and detanglingA plant-based conditioning polymer from guar beans, given a positive charge. Its main…
  9. 9Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl p-Cresol
  10. 10Tris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol) Citrate
  11. 11Polyquaternium-39Softens and smooths hair and skinHelps products spread and clingPolyquaternium-39 is a synthetic polymer with a positive charge that acts as a…
  12. 12AlcoholDissolves oils and fragranceSpeeds up drying on skinAlcohol, usually ethanol, is a light liquid that dissolves oils and fragrance and dries… Drying alcohol
  13. 13Cocamide MEABoosts and stabilizes foam in cleansersThickens liquid formulasCocamide MEA is a coconut-derived foaming agent and thickener made from coconut oil…
  14. 14Citric 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…
  15. 15Sodium 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…
  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

Source: Neutrogena product page, www.neutrogena.co.uk/hair-and-scalp/tgel-daily-range/neutrogena-tgel-a, retrieved November 6, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#16)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholContainsAlcohol (#12)
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 Neutrogena T/Gel Oily Scalp Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Fights Dandruff fragrance-free?

No. Neutrogena T/Gel Oily Scalp Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Fights Dandruff contains Parfum (ingredient 16 of 16).

Does Neutrogena T/Gel Oily Scalp Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Fights Dandruff contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

Which ingredient rules does Neutrogena T/Gel Oily Scalp Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Fights Dandruff pass?

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

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