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Pantene Pro-V Smooth & Sleek 3 in 1 Shampoo

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Pantene

Pro-V Smooth & Sleek 3 in 1 Shampoo

shampoo · 750 ml · Haircare

Pantene Pro-V Smooth & Sleek 3 in 1 Shampoo is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 27-ingredient list, with glycerin and panthenol. List checked November 5, 2026.

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

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

£4.42at 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 Pro-V Smooth & Sleek 3 in 1 Shampoo

  • Glycerin

    A humectant that helps hair stay soft and hydrated.

  • Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5)

    Helps hair hold moisture and feel smoother.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1AquaAqua 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. 3Sodium CitrateSodium Citrate is the sodium salt of citric acid, a mild, fruit-derived acid. It mainly…
  4. 4Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  5. 5Sodium XylenesulfonateA salt made from xylene that helps oily and poorly soluble ingredients stay mixed into…
  6. 6Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  7. 7Stearyl AlcoholStearyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol, often made from plant oils, that thickens…
  8. 8Cocamide MEACocamide MEA is a coconut-derived foaming agent and thickener made from coconut oil…
  9. 9Glycol DistearateGlycol Distearate is a waxy solid made by joining glycol with stearic acid. Its main…
  10. 10ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  11. 11Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  12. 12GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  13. 13Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  14. 14Cetyl AlcoholCetyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol that softens skin and helps creams and lotions…
  15. 15Sodium SalicylateSodium Salicylate is the sodium salt of salicylic acid, a beta hydroxy acid, used…
  16. 16Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium ChlorideA plant-based conditioning polymer made from guar gum, a bean-derived sugar chain with…
  17. 17HexamethylindanopyranA synthetic musk used as a fragrance ingredient, its main job is to give products a…
  18. 18TrihydroxystearinTrihydroxystearin is a waxy, castor-derived ingredient that thickens oils and gives…
  19. 19Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  20. 20PanthenolPanthenol is a form of vitamin B5 that the skin and hair convert to pantothenic acid.…
  21. 21Polyquaternium-6A synthetic polymer with a positive charge, used mainly to condition hair and skin,…
  22. 22Dimethyl Phenethyl AcetateDimethyl Phenethyl Acetate is a synthetic fragrance ingredient that gives a soft,…
  23. 23Tetrasodium EDTATetrasodium EDTA is the salt form of EDTA, a chelating agent that binds metal ions in…
  24. 24Hexyl CinnamalHexyl Cinnamal is a synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft, floral scent. Its main…Labelled fragrance allergens
  25. 25HistidineHistidine is an amino acid, one of the small building blocks that make up proteins. In…
  26. 26Tetramethyl AcetyloctahydronaphthalenesA synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft, woody-amber scent that helps give a…
  27. 27Argania Spinosa Kernel OilArgania Spinosa Kernel Oil is a plant oil pressed from argan tree kernels. It mainly…

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/8700216566919, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#10)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsHexyl Cinnamal (#24)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
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 Pantene Pro-V Smooth & Sleek 3 in 1 Shampoo fragrance-free?

No. Pantene Pro-V Smooth & Sleek 3 in 1 Shampoo contains Parfum (ingredient 10 of 27).

Does Pantene Pro-V Smooth & Sleek 3 in 1 Shampoo contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

Which ingredient rules does Pantene Pro-V Smooth & Sleek 3 in 1 Shampoo pass?

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

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