Dercos Anti-Dandruff Water

scalp treatment · 200 ml · Haircare

Vichy Dercos Anti-Dandruff Water is free of essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 20-ingredient list, with niacinamide, glycerin and salicylic acid. List checked November 6, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance and sulfates (Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate).

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

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Key ingredients in Dercos Anti-Dandruff Water

Niacinamide
Vitamin B3; supports a healthy-feeling scalp.
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

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

1Aqua / Water / EauAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
2GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
3Sodium C14-16 Olefin SulfonateSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate is a cleansing agent, called a surfactant, made from…Sulfates
4Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
5Laureth-5 Carboxylic Acid
6Triethyl CitrateTriethyl Citrate is the ethyl ester of citric acid, a clear, oily liquid. It is mainly…
7Salicylic AcidSalicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid, or BHA, that gently exfoliates skin and helps…
8Benzoic AcidA small, naturally occurring acid that helps keep formulas fresh by slowing the growth…
9Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
10MentholMenthol is a cooling compound found naturally in peppermint oil and also made in labs.…
11NiacinamideNiacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 used in skincare and haircare to help with oil,…
12PEG-55 Propylene Glycol OleateA nonionic surfactant, a cleansing molecule with no electrical charge, that helps oil…
13PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor OilA plant-derived emulsifier made from hydrogenated castor oil. Its main job is to help…
14Piroctone OlaminePiroctone olamine is a synthetic anti-dandruff active that helps reduce flakes by…
15Polyquaternium-67
16Propylene GlycolPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
17Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
18Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
19Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
20Parfum / FragranceAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance

Source: Vichy product page, www.vichy.de/alle-produkte/haarpflege/shampoos/schuppen/dercos-water-t, retrieved November 6, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	Contains	Parfum / Fragrance (#20)
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	None listed	—
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	Contains	Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate (#3)
Silicones	None listed	—
Parabens	None listed	—
MI / MCI	None listed	—
Formaldehyde releasers	None listed	—
Mineral oil & petrolatum	None listed	—
Lanolin	None listed	—
Chemical UV filters	None listed	—

Frequently asked questions

Is Vichy Dercos Anti-Dandruff Water fragrance-free?

No. Vichy Dercos Anti-Dandruff Water contains Parfum / Fragrance (ingredient 20 of 20).

Does Vichy Dercos Anti-Dandruff Water contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: yes (Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate). Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does Vichy Dercos Anti-Dandruff Water pass?

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