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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).

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

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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/WaterAqua 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. 3Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  4. 4GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  5. 5Zinc PyrithioneZinc Pyrithione is a zinc salt of pyrithione, an active ingredient whose main job is to…
  6. 6Acrylates CopolymerA film-forming polymer made from linked acrylic building blocks. Its main job is to…
  7. 7PEG-55 Propylene Glycol OleateA nonionic surfactant, a cleansing molecule with no electrical charge, that helps oil…
  8. 8Disodium Ricinoleamido MEA-Sulfosuccinate
  9. 9Propylene GlycolPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
  10. 10Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  11. 11Glyceryl Laurate
  12. 12Parfum/FragranceParfum is the scent blend added to a product to give it its smell, often a mix of many…Fragrance
  13. 13Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  14. 14MethylparabenMethylparaben is a preservative that helps keep water-based products free from mold and…Parabens
  15. 15Polyquaternium-10A plant-derived polymer, made from modified cellulose, that carries a positive charge…
  16. 16ButylparabenParabens
  17. 17Menthoxy-Propanediol
  18. 18EthylparabenEthylparaben is a preservative from the paraben family. It is used in small amounts to…Parabens
  19. 19PropylparabenPropylparaben is a preservative used to help keep water-based products free from mold,…Parabens
  20. 20Hydrolyzed Soy ProteinA soy protein that has been broken into smaller pieces, so it can coat hair and skin…
  21. 21Hexyl CinnamalHexyl Cinnamal is a synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft, floral scent. Its main…Labelled fragrance allergens
  22. 22PPG-5-Ceteth-20A mild cleansing agent and emulsifier made from cetyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol, that…
  23. 23LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  24. 24EugenolEugenol is a naturally occurring scent molecule found in clove oil, used mainly to add…Labelled fragrance allergens
  25. 25LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  26. 26Oleth-10
  27. 27Butylphenyl MethylpropionalA synthetic fragrance ingredient that gives products a fresh, floral scent, close to…Labelled fragrance allergens
  28. 28Disodium Cocoamphodipropionate
  29. 29LecithinLecithin is a natural mix of fatty substances called phospholipids, taken from plant or…
  30. 30Phosphoric AcidPhosphoric acid is a mineral acid used in small amounts to adjust a product's pH,…
  31. 31Lavandula Angustifolia Oil/Lavender OilLavender oil is a fragrant oil steam-distilled from true lavender flowers, mainly used…Essential oils
  32. 32PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  33. 33Sodium HydroxideSodium 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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