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Head & Shoulders Shampoo Classic Clean

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Head & Shoulders

Shampoo Classic Clean

shampoo · 200 g · Haircare

Head & Shoulders Shampoo Classic Clean is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 34-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).

  • 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 · Germany · Italy · Spain · Netherlands · Sweden

Key ingredients in 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

34 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 XylenesulfonateA salt made from xylene that helps oily and poorly soluble ingredients stay mixed into…
  4. 4Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  5. 5Sodium CitrateSodium Citrate is the sodium salt of citric acid, a mild, fruit-derived acid. It mainly…
  6. 6ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  7. 7Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  8. 8Cocamide MEACocamide MEA is a coconut-derived foaming agent and thickener made from coconut oil…
  9. 9Glycol DistearateGlycol Distearate is a waxy solid made by joining glycol with stearic acid. Its main…
  10. 10Piroctone OlaminePiroctone olamine is a synthetic anti-dandruff active that helps reduce flakes by…
  11. 11DimethiconolDimethiconol is a silicone with reactive chain ends. It forms a thin, smooth film on…Silicones
  12. 12Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  13. 13Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium ChlorideA plant-based conditioning polymer made from guar gum, a bean-derived sugar chain with…
  14. 14DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
  15. 15Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  16. 16TEA-DodecylbenzenesulfonateA foaming cleansing agent, made by neutralizing dodecylbenzene sulfonic acid with…
  17. 17Hexyl CinnamalHexyl Cinnamal is a synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft, floral scent. Its main…Labelled fragrance allergens
  18. 18Sodium SalicylateSodium Salicylate is the sodium salt of salicylic acid, a beta hydroxy acid, used…
  19. 19LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  20. 20Tetrasodium EDTATetrasodium EDTA is the salt form of EDTA, a chelating agent that binds metal ions in…
  21. 21Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  22. 22Trideceth-10Trideceth-10 is a nonionic surfactant made from a synthetic fatty alcohol and ethylene…
  23. 23HexamethylindanopyranA synthetic musk used as a fragrance ingredient, its main job is to give products a…
  24. 24NiacinamideNiacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 used in skincare and haircare to help with oil,…
  25. 25Linalyl AcetateLinalyl acetate is a fragrance ingredient, an ester found naturally in plants like…
  26. 26Tetramethyl AcetyloctahydronaphthalenesA synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft, woody-amber scent that helps give a…
  27. 27PanthenolPanthenol is a form of vitamin B5 that the skin and hair convert to pantothenic acid.…
  28. 28Tocopheryl AcetateTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
  29. 29Acetic acidAcetic acid is the sour-tasting acid found in vinegar. In beauty products, it mainly…
  30. 30Benzyl AlcoholBenzyl Alcohol is a clear, mild liquid that works as a preservative. It helps stop…Labelled fragrance allergens
  31. 31Propylene GlycolPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
  32. 32Triethylene GlycolTriethylene glycol is a clear, thick liquid used as a humectant and solvent. It draws…
  33. 33CI 42090
  34. 34CI 17200

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/5410076229994, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#6)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsHexyl Cinnamal (#17), Linalool (#19), Benzyl Alcohol (#30)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesContainsSodium Laureth Sulfate (#2)
SiliconesContainsDimethiconol (#11), Dimethicone (#14)
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Head & Shoulders Shampoo Classic Clean fragrance-free?

No. Head & Shoulders Shampoo Classic Clean contains Parfum (ingredient 6 of 34).

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

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

What is Head & Shoulders 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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