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Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Hair Mask

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Moroccanoil

Intense Hydrating Hair Mask

hair mask · 250 ml · Haircare

Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Hair Mask is free of essential oils, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 36-ingredient list, with glycerin, panthenol and dimethicone. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Fragrance), labelled fragrance allergens (Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Linalool) and drying alcohol (Isopropyl Alcohol).

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

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom · Germany · France · Italy · Spain · Netherlands · Poland · Sweden

Key ingredients in Intense Hydrating Hair Mask

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5)

    Soothes and helps skin and hair hold moisture.

  • Dimethicone

    A skin protectant that forms a breathable barrier.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1Water/AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Stearyl AlcoholStearyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol, often made from plant oils, that thickens…
  3. 3GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  4. 4DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
  5. 5Cetyl AlcoholCetyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol that softens skin and helps creams and lotions…
  6. 6Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil
  7. 7FragranceAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  8. 8Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium ChlorideA plant-based conditioning polymer made from guar gum, a bean-derived sugar chain with…
  9. 9Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium ChlorideA plant-based conditioning polymer from guar beans, given a positive charge. Its main…
  10. 10PanthenolPanthenol is a form of vitamin B5 that the skin and hair convert to pantothenic acid.…
  11. 11GlucoseGlucose is a simple sugar, usually made from corn or other starches. In skincare it…
  12. 12Glyceryl StearateGlyceryl stearate is a waxy blend of glycerin and stearic acid, a fatty acid from plant…
  13. 13Acrylates CopolymerA film-forming polymer made from linked acrylic building blocks. Its main job is to…
  14. 14Cetearyl AlcoholA waxy fatty alcohol blend that thickens formulas and helps oil and water mix into…
  15. 15Cetearyl GlucosideA plant-derived emulsifier made from cetearyl alcohol and glucose, a sugar. Its main…
  16. 16PEG-100 Stearate
  17. 17Polyquaternium-37
  18. 18PPG-1 Trideceth-6
  19. 19Steareth-2Steareth-2 is a fatty-alcohol emulsifier that helps oil and water blend into smooth,…
  20. 20Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
  21. 21Propylene GlycolPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
  22. 22Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
  23. 23Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  24. 24Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
  25. 25Isopropyl AlcoholA simple alcohol made from propylene. It works as a solvent, thinning ingredients and…Drying alcohol
  26. 26Sorbitan OleateSorbitan Oleate is a mild emulsifier made from sorbitol and oleic acid, a fatty acid.…
  27. 27Stearamidopropyl DimethylamineA conditioning ingredient that helps hair feel softer, smoother and easier to detangle…
  28. 28ChlorphenesinChlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative that mainly keeps mold and yeast from growing…
  29. 29Behentrimonium ChlorideBehentrimonium Chloride is a conditioning agent built from a long, fatty behenyl chain…
  30. 30Cetrimonium ChlorideA positively charged conditioning agent from the quaternary ammonium family. It softens…
  31. 31PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  32. 32CI 15985
  33. 33CI 19140
  34. 34Alpha-Isomethyl IononeA synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft floral, violet-like scent. Its main job is…Labelled fragrance allergens
  35. 35LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  36. 36HydroxycitronellalA lab-made fragrance ingredient whose main job is giving products a fresh, floral…Labelled fragrance allergens

Source: Moroccanoil product page, uk.moroccanoil.com/products/intense-hydrating-mask, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsFragrance (#7)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsAlpha-Isomethyl Ionone (#34), Linalool (#35), Hydroxycitronellal (#36)
Drying alcoholContainsIsopropyl Alcohol (#25)
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesContainsDimethicone (#4)
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Hair Mask fragrance-free?

No. Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Hair Mask contains Fragrance (ingredient 7 of 36).

Does Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Hair Mask contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Dimethicone). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Hair Mask good for?

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

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