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The Body Shop Tea Tree Shampoo

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The Body Shop

Tea Tree Shampoo

shampoo · 400 ml · Haircare

The Body Shop Tea Tree Shampoo is free of fragrance, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 22-ingredient list, with glycerin, salicylic acid and peptides. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains essential oils (Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil/Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil) and sulfates (Sodium Laureth Sulfate).

  • Fragrance-free
  • Contains essential oils
  • No labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Contains sulfates
  • Silicone-free
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI
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Key ingredients in Tea Tree Shampoo

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Salicylic acid (BHA)

    An oil-soluble exfoliant that clears inside pores.

  • Peptides

    Signal ingredients used in firming and anti-ageing formulas.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

22 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. 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. 5Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate
  6. 6Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  7. 7Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  8. 8Hydroxypropyl MethylcelluloseA plant-derived cellulose that has been modified to dissolve in water. It mainly…
  9. 9Glyceryl Caprylate/CaprateGlyceryl Caprylate is a mild ester of glycerin and caprylic acid, a fatty acid found in…
  10. 10Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil/Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf OilEssential oils
  11. 11Sodium GluconateSodium Gluconate is the sodium salt of gluconic acid, made from sugar, and its main job…
  12. 12Coco-GlucosideCoco-Glucoside is a mild, plant-based cleanser made from coconut-derived fatty alcohols…
  13. 13Glyceryl OleateGlyceryl Oleate is a gentle, oil-like ingredient that softens skin and helps oil and…
  14. 14Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  15. 15Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium ChlorideA plant-based conditioning polymer made from guar gum, a bean-derived sugar chain with…
  16. 16MentholMenthol is a cooling compound found naturally in peppermint oil and also made in labs.…
  17. 17Salicylic AcidSalicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid, or BHA, that gently exfoliates skin and helps…
  18. 18sr-Spider Polypeptide-1
  19. 19TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  20. 20Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides CitrateA palm-derived emulsifier made from hydrogenated glycerides reacted with citric acid,…
  21. 211,2-Hexanediol1,2-Hexanediol is a small, clear liquid that acts as a solvent, a humectant and a…
  22. 22Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…

Source: The Body Shop product page, www.thebodyshop.com/products/tea-tree-purifying-balancing-shampoo, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceNone listed—
Essential oilsContainsMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil/Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil (#10)
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholNone listed—
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 The Body Shop Tea Tree Shampoo fragrance-free?

Yes. The Body Shop Tea Tree Shampoo lists no parfum or fragrance, but it does contain essential oils (Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil/Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil). Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does The Body Shop Tea Tree Shampoo contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

What is The Body Shop Tea Tree Shampoo good for?

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

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