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Moroccanoil Scalp Balancing Conditioner

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Moroccanoil

Scalp Balancing Conditioner

conditioner · 250 ml · Haircare

Moroccanoil Scalp Balancing Conditioner is free of essential oils, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 35-ingredient list, with niacinamide, glycerin and salicylic acid. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Parfum/Fragrance), labelled fragrance allergens (Limonene) and drying alcohol (Isopropyl Alcohol).

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

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

Key ingredients in Scalp Balancing Conditioner

  • Niacinamide

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

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Salicylic acid (BHA)

    An oil-soluble exfoliant that clears inside pores.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1Aqua/Water/EauAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  3. 3Cetearyl AlcoholA waxy fatty alcohol blend that thickens formulas and helps oil and water mix into…
  4. 4Triethylhexanoin
  5. 5Behentrimonium ChlorideBehentrimonium Chloride is a conditioning agent built from a long, fatty behenyl chain…
  6. 6Butylene GlycolButylene Glycol is a clear, odorless liquid that attracts and holds water. It is a…
  7. 7Isostearyl Alcohol
  8. 8TrehaloseA plant-derived sugar, made of two glucose units, that holds water and helps keep…
  9. 9Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil
  10. 10Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilJojoba seed oil is a light, liquid oil pressed from the seeds of a desert shrub. It…
  11. 11Fumaria Officinalis (Fumitory) Extract
  12. 12Prunus Yedoensis (Cherry) Leaf Extract
  13. 13Hordeum Distichon (Barley) Extract
  14. 14Melissa Officinalis (Lemon Balm) Leaf Extract
  15. 15Swertia Japonica (Semburi) Extract
  16. 16Parfum/FragranceParfum is the scent blend added to a product to give it its smell, often a mix of many…Fragrance
  17. 17Salicylic AcidSalicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid, or BHA, that gently exfoliates skin and helps…
  18. 18Isopropyl AlcoholA simple alcohol made from propylene. It works as a solvent, thinning ingredients and…Drying alcohol
  19. 19Steartrimonium Chloride
  20. 20Polysorbate 60Polysorbate 60 is a mild, water-loving emulsifier made from sorbitol, ethylene oxide…
  21. 21Sodium CitrateSodium Citrate is the sodium salt of citric acid, a mild, fruit-derived acid. It mainly…
  22. 22HydroxyethylcelluloseHydroxyethylcellulose is a plant-derived thickener made by modifying cellulose, the…
  23. 23Glucosyl Hesperidin
  24. 24Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
  25. 25NiacinamideNiacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 used in skincare and haircare to help with oil,…
  26. 26Sodium Nitrate
  27. 27Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  28. 28EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  29. 29TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  30. 30T-Butyl Alcohol
  31. 31Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine
  32. 32Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  33. 33PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  34. 34LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  35. 35Linalool. Mosbc01

Source: Moroccanoil product page, uk.moroccanoil.com/products/scalp-balancing-conditioner, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum/Fragrance (#16)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsLimonene (#34)
Drying alcoholContainsIsopropyl Alcohol (#18)
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Moroccanoil Scalp Balancing Conditioner fragrance-free?

No. Moroccanoil Scalp Balancing Conditioner contains Parfum/Fragrance (ingredient 16 of 35).

Does Moroccanoil Scalp Balancing Conditioner contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Moroccanoil Scalp Balancing Conditioner good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, acne-prone skin, body acne and pregnancy: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Niacinamide, Glycerin, Salicylic acid (BHA) and Vitamin E.

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