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2Sodium Laureth SulfateSLES (a sulfate) | A common foaming cleanser, milder than SLS but still a sulfate.moreSodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) is one of the most common cleansing surfactants in the world, the foaming workhorse of shampoos, body washes, and many facial cleansers. Full ingredient page → | 3 | moderate |
3Sodium Lauryl SulfateSLS (a sulfate) | A strong cleansing agent; effective but can be drying and irritating.moreSodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) is a strong anionic cleansing surfactant that produces copious, creamy, luxurious foam and strips oil and dirt very effectively. Full ingredient page → | 5 | moderate |
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An anti-dandruff active that targets the fungus behind flaking.moreAn anti-dandruff active that targets Malassezia, the yeast/fungus on the scalp behind dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis, reducing the flaking, itching, and oiliness it causes. Full ingredient page → | — | moderate | |
9DimethiconeA silicone | A silicone that smooths and seals; not water-soluble, so it can build up on hair.moreThe most widely used silicone in skincare and haircare — a polydimethylsiloxane polymer that spreads into a thin, breathable, water-repellent film. Full ingredient page → | 1 | moderate |
buffering, chelating, fragrancemoreA weak organic acid found naturally in citrus fruits that plays several quiet but important roles in a formula. Full ingredient page → | — | moderate | |
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Comedogenic is a 0–5 pore-clogging likelihood — a contested measure, take it lightly. No marker = unremarkable or not yet researched — we never fake a rating.
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