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Neutrogena T/Gel Oily Scalp Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Fights Dandruff

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Neutrogena

T/Gel Oily Scalp Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Fights Dandruff

shampoo · 125 ml · Haircare

Neutrogena T/Gel Oily Scalp Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Fights Dandruff is free of essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 16-ingredient list, with glycerin, salicylic acid and piroctone olamine. List checked November 6, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance, drying alcohol and sulfates (Sodium Laureth Sulfate).

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

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Key ingredients in T/Gel Oily Scalp Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Fights Dandruff

  • Glycerin

    A humectant that helps hair stay soft and hydrated.

  • Salicylic acid (BHA)

    Loosens flakes and build-up on the scalp.

  • Piroctone olamine

    An anti-dandruff active.

Full ingredient list, decoded

16 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. 3GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  4. 4Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  5. 5Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  6. 6Salicylic AcidSalicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid, or BHA, that gently exfoliates skin and helps…
  7. 7Piroctone OlaminePiroctone olamine is a synthetic anti-dandruff active that helps reduce flakes by…
  8. 8Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium ChlorideA plant-based conditioning polymer from guar beans, given a positive charge. Its main…
  9. 9Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl p-Cresol
  10. 10Tris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol) Citrate
  11. 11Polyquaternium-39Polyquaternium-39 is a synthetic polymer with a positive charge that acts as a…
  12. 12AlcoholAlcohol, usually ethanol, is a light liquid that dissolves oils and fragrance and dries…Drying alcohol
  13. 13Cocamide MEACocamide MEA is a coconut-derived foaming agent and thickener made from coconut oil…
  14. 14Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  15. 15Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  16. 16ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance

Source: Neutrogena product page, www.neutrogena.co.uk/hair-and-scalp/tgel-daily-range/neutrogena-tgel-a, retrieved November 6, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#16)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholContainsAlcohol (#12)
SulfatesContainsSodium Laureth Sulfate (#2)
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Neutrogena T/Gel Oily Scalp Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Fights Dandruff fragrance-free?

No. Neutrogena T/Gel Oily Scalp Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Fights Dandruff contains Parfum (ingredient 16 of 16).

Does Neutrogena T/Gel Oily Scalp Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Fights Dandruff contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

Which ingredient rules does Neutrogena T/Gel Oily Scalp Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Fights Dandruff pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, acne-prone skin, body acne and fungal acne (malassezia). Key ingredients: Glycerin, Salicylic acid (BHA) and Piroctone olamine.

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