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Proraso Beard Wash

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Proraso

Beard Wash

shampoo · 200 ml · Men's grooming

Proraso Beard Wash is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 17-ingredient list, with glycerin and salicylic acid. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Parfum (Fragrance)), labelled fragrance allergens (Benzyl Alcohol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone) and sulfates (Ammonium Lauryl Sufate).

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

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

Key ingredients in Beard Wash

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Salicylic acid (BHA)

    An oil-soluble exfoliant that clears inside pores.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1Aqua (Water/Eau)
  2. 2Ammonium Lauryl SufateSulfates
  3. 3PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is a water-soluble emulsifier made from castor oil. Its…
  4. 4GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  5. 5PEG-7 Glyceryl CocoatePEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate is a mild, coconut-based cleansing agent made from coconut oil…
  6. 6Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  7. 7Parfum (Fragrance)Aroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  8. 8PEG-90 Glyceryl Isostearate
  9. 9Laureth-2Laureth-2 is a mild cleansing agent made from lauryl alcohol, a fatty alcohol, with a…
  10. 10Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  11. 11Sálicylic AcidSalicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid, or BHA, that gently exfoliates skin and helps…
  12. 12Polyquaternium-7This conditioning polymer, made from acrylamide and a positively charged monomer, gives…
  13. 13Benzyl AlcoholBenzyl Alcohol is a clear, mild liquid that works as a preservative. It helps stop…Labelled fragrance allergens
  14. 14CaramelCaramel is a brown colorant made by heating sugar. Its main job is to tint a formula,…
  15. 15Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
  16. 16Alpha-Isomethyl IononeA synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft floral, violet-like scent. Its main job is…Labelled fragrance allergens
  17. 17Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/8004395007509, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (Fragrance) (#7)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsBenzyl Alcohol (#13), Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone (#16)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesContainsAmmonium Lauryl Sufate (#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 Proraso Beard Wash fragrance-free?

No. Proraso Beard Wash contains Parfum (Fragrance) (ingredient 7 of 17).

Does Proraso Beard Wash contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: yes (Ammonium Lauryl Sufate). Parabens: none listed.

What is Proraso Beard Wash 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: Glycerin and Salicylic acid (BHA).

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