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Head & Shoulders Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Classic Clean

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Head & Shoulders

Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Classic Clean

shampoo · 250 ml · Haircare

Head & Shoulders Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Classic Clean is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 30-ingredient list, with niacinamide, panthenol and piroctone olamine. List checked November 5, 2026.

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

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

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom · Netherlands

Key ingredients in Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Classic Clean

  • Niacinamide

    Vitamin B3; helps with oil, redness, uneven tone and the barrier.

  • Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5)

    Soothes and helps skin and hair hold moisture.

  • Piroctone olamine

    An anti-dandruff active.

  • Dimethicone

    A skin protectant that forms a breathable barrier.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

30 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 Lauryl SulfateSodium Lauryl Sulfate is a strong surfactant, a cleansing agent that lifts oil and dirt…Sulfates
  4. 4Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  5. 5Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  6. 6Sodium XylenesulfonateA salt made from xylene that helps oily and poorly soluble ingredients stay mixed into…
  7. 7Glycol DistearateGlycol Distearate is a waxy solid made by joining glycol with stearic acid. Its main…
  8. 8Sodium CitrateSodium Citrate is the sodium salt of citric acid, a mild, fruit-derived acid. It mainly…
  9. 9ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  10. 10Piroctone OlaminePiroctone olamine is a synthetic anti-dandruff active that helps reduce flakes by…
  11. 11Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  12. 12DimethiconolDimethiconol is a silicone with reactive chain ends. It forms a thin, smooth film on…Silicones
  13. 13Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  14. 14Sodium SalicylateSodium Salicylate is the sodium salt of salicylic acid, a beta hydroxy acid, used…
  15. 15Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium ChlorideA plant-based conditioning polymer made from guar gum, a bean-derived sugar chain with…
  16. 16DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
  17. 17Hexyl CinnamalHexyl Cinnamal is a synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft, floral scent. Its main…Labelled fragrance allergens
  18. 18LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  19. 19Tetrasodium EDTATetrasodium EDTA is the salt form of EDTA, a chelating agent that binds metal ions in…
  20. 20Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  21. 21TEA-DodecylbenzenesulfonateA foaming cleansing agent, made by neutralizing dodecylbenzene sulfonic acid with…
  22. 22Trideceth-10Trideceth-10 is a nonionic surfactant made from a synthetic fatty alcohol and ethylene…
  23. 23NiacinamideNiacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 used in skincare and haircare to help with oil,…
  24. 24PanthenolPanthenol is a form of vitamin B5 that the skin and hair convert to pantothenic acid.…
  25. 25Tocopheryl AcetateTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
  26. 26Benzyl AlcoholBenzyl Alcohol is a clear, mild liquid that works as a preservative. It helps stop…Labelled fragrance allergens
  27. 27Triethylene GlycolTriethylene glycol is a clear, thick liquid used as a humectant and solvent. It draws…
  28. 28Propylene GlycolPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
  29. 29CI 42090
  30. 30CI 17200

Source: Head & Shoulders product page, www.headandshoulders.co.uk/en-gb/anti-dandruff-products/dandruff-shamp, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#9)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsHexyl Cinnamal (#17), Linalool (#18), Benzyl Alcohol (#26)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesContainsSodium Laureth Sulfate (#2), Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (#3)
SiliconesContainsDimethiconol (#12), Dimethicone (#16)
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Head & Shoulders Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Classic Clean fragrance-free?

No. Head & Shoulders Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Classic Clean contains Parfum (ingredient 9 of 30).

Does Head & Shoulders Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Classic Clean contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Dimethiconol, Dimethicone). Sulfates: yes (Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate). Parabens: none listed.

What is Head & Shoulders Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Classic Clean good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, acne-prone skin, fungal acne (malassezia) and pregnancy: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Niacinamide, Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5), Piroctone olamine and Dimethicone.

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