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Shampoo and hair carePersonal care
Pantene
Procter and Gamble mass-market shampoo. Synthetic fragrance, sulfates and preservatives throughout.
F
Avoid
Grade F: Avoid
Core products contain chemicals we specifically warn against. Better options exist at every budget.
What the brand gets right
- Low cost, wide availability
What to be aware of
- Undisclosed fragrance (likely contains phthalates)
- SLS and SLES sulfates across most products
- Dimethicone and similar silicones coat hair, nothing that actually conditions it