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Redken Cleansing Cream Shampoo /

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Redken

Cleansing Cream Shampoo /

shampoo · 1 l · Haircare

Redken Cleansing Cream Shampoo / is free of drying alcohol, silicones and MI / MCI, going by its full 34-ingredient list, with glycerin and zinc pyrithione. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance, essential oils (Lavandula Angustifolia Oil/Lavender Oil), labelled fragrance allergens (Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool), sulfates (Sodium Laureth Sulfate) and parabens (Methylparaben, Butylparaben).

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What's inside: free-from facts

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

Fits, by its list

Key ingredients in Cleansing Cream Shampoo /

  • Glycerin

    A humectant that helps hair stay soft and hydrated.

  • Zinc pyrithione

    An anti-dandruff active that targets scalp yeast.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1Aqua/WaterDissolves 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. 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. 5Zinc PyrithioneReduces yeast on the scalpHelps reduce visible flakingZinc Pyrithione is a zinc salt of pyrithione, an active ingredient whose main job is to…
  6. 6Acrylates CopolymerForms a thin, flexible film on the surfaceHelps hold other ingredients in placeA film-forming polymer made from linked acrylic building blocks. Its main job is to…
  7. 7PEG-55 Propylene Glycol OleateHelps oil and water blendLifts oil and dirt from skin and hairA nonionic surfactant, a cleansing molecule with no electrical charge, that helps oil…
  8. 8Disodium Ricinoleamido MEA-Sulfosuccinate
  9. 9Propylene GlycolDraws water into skin and hairHelps dissolve other ingredientsPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
  10. 10Sodium 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…
  11. 11Glyceryl Laurate
  12. 12Parfum/FragranceGives a product its scentMasks the odor of other ingredientsParfum is the scent blend added to a product to give it its smell, often a mix of many… Fragrance
  13. 13Sodium 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…
  14. 14MethylparabenKeeps water-based formulas free from microbesHelps products stay fresh over timeMethylparaben is a preservative that helps keep water-based products free from mold and… Parabens
  15. 15Polyquaternium-10Conditions and softens hairReduces static and flyawaysA plant-derived polymer, made from modified cellulose, that carries a positive charge…
  16. 16Butylparaben Parabens
  17. 17Menthoxy-Propanediol
  18. 18EthylparabenProtects formulas from mold and bacteriaHelps products stay fresh on shelvesEthylparaben is a preservative from the paraben family. It is used in small amounts to… Parabens
  19. 19PropylparabenStops mold, yeast and bacteria from growingHelps products stay fresh on the shelfPropylparaben is a preservative used to help keep water-based products free from mold,… Parabens
  20. 20Hydrolyzed Soy ProteinConditions hair and skinForms a light, flexible filmA soy protein that has been broken into smaller pieces, so it can coat hair and skin…
  21. 21Hexyl CinnamalAdds a soft, floral scentBlends and rounds out other fragrance notesHexyl Cinnamal is a synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft, floral scent. Its main… Labelled fragrance allergens
  22. 22PPG-5-Ceteth-20Cleans by lifting oil and dirtBlends oil and water into one mixA mild cleansing agent and emulsifier made from cetyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol, that…
  23. 23LinaloolGives 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
  24. 24EugenolGives a warm, clove-like scentAdds spicy notes to fragrance blendsEugenol is a naturally occurring scent molecule found in clove oil, used mainly to add… Labelled fragrance allergens
  25. 25LimoneneAdds a fresh citrus scentHelps dissolve oils and fragrance blendsLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a… Labelled fragrance allergens
  26. 26Oleth-10
  27. 27Butylphenyl MethylpropionalAdds a fresh, floral, lily-like scentMasks the smell of other ingredientsA synthetic fragrance ingredient that gives products a fresh, floral scent, close to… Labelled fragrance allergens
  28. 28Disodium Cocoamphodipropionate
  29. 29LecithinBlends oil and water into a stable mixSoftens and conditions the skinLecithin is a natural mix of fatty substances called phospholipids, taken from plant or…
  30. 30Phosphoric AcidLowers pH in acidic formulasOffsets alkaline ingredientsPhosphoric acid is a mineral acid used in small amounts to adjust a product's pH,…
  31. 31Lavandula Angustifolia Oil/Lavender OilAdds a fresh, floral scentHelps mask the smell of other ingredientsLavender oil is a fragrant oil steam-distilled from true lavender flowers, mainly used… Essential oils
  32. 32PhenoxyethanolProtects formulas from bacteria and moldKeeps water-based products fresh longerA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  33. 33Sodium HydroxideRaises pH in cleansers and creamsNeutralizes acidic ingredients in formulasSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  34. 34Citric Acid (D54127/2)

Source: Redken product page, www.redken.co.uk/products/haircare/hair-cleansing-and-dandruff/hair-cl, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum/Fragrance (#12)
Essential oilsContainsLavandula Angustifolia Oil/Lavender Oil (#31)
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsHexyl Cinnamal (#21), Linalool (#23), Eugenol (#24), Limonene (#25), Butylphenyl Methylpropional (#27)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesContainsSodium Laureth Sulfate (#2)
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensContainsMethylparaben (#14), Butylparaben (#16), Ethylparaben (#18), Propylparaben (#19)
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Redken Cleansing Cream Shampoo / fragrance-free?

No. Redken Cleansing Cream Shampoo / contains Parfum/Fragrance (ingredient 12 of 34).

Does Redken Cleansing Cream Shampoo / contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: yes (Sodium Laureth Sulfate). Parabens: yes (Methylparaben, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben).

Which ingredient rules does Redken Cleansing Cream Shampoo / pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, acne-prone skin, pregnancy and dandruff. Key ingredients: Glycerin and Zinc pyrithione.

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