Dualsenses Scalp Specialist Deep Cleansing Shampoo

All hair and skin types.

Almost always the first ingredient listed in water-based products.

Oily scalps, heavy product users and people who like a strong cleanse.

May feel too cleansing for some dry, curly, colour-treated or sensitive hair types. This depends on the full formula and your hair needs.

Most hair types, including those wanting a gentler wash.

Often paired with other surfactants to make a formula feel milder.

Sensitive scalps and people seeking a gentle, sulphate-free cleanse.

Common in gentle and sulphate-free shampoos.

Anyone wanting gentler conditioning benefits in shampoos, conditioners or styling products.

It is a PEG-modified glyceride blend that can also support mild cleansing and emulsification in formulas. It is commonly used to balance cleansing with a softer, more conditioned feel.

Those interested in how a product’s texture and lather are achieved.

It is a simple mineral salt that helps create a familiar shampoo feel and can influence how a cleanser spreads through the hair.

All products, especially in hard-water areas.

Used in tiny amounts to keep formulas performing reliably.

Most hair types as part of a balanced formula.

Usually present in small amounts to balance the formula.

Those looking for scalp-balancing benefits, including people with oilier scalps or scalp congestion.

It is valued for helping to maintain scalp comfort while also supporting hydration thanks to the PCA portion. Often used in both skincare and haircare for its balancing properties.

Most hair types as part of a moisturising formula.

A widely used humectant and carrier ingredient.

Those looking to improve hair hydration, softness, or manageability.

It is a component of the skin and scalp’s natural moisturising factors and is well tolerated in most formulations.

People seeking improved manageability, reduced frizz or a silkier feel in their hair.

It is a cationic ingredient that deposits easily on the hair surface to enhance slip and detangling. Commonly used in conditioners, masks and leave-ins for a smoother finish.

Those seeking added softness and manageability without heavy buildup.

It is an ester of PCA, a molecule often used for moisture retention, combined with a lightweight emollient chain for a smooth feel. It is commonly included to improve slip and overall hair feel.

Most hair types, especially dry or dull hair.

A versatile, well-tolerated conditioning ingredient.

Dry or dehydrated hair, and many curl and moisture routines.

A very common, well-tolerated humectant used across countless products.

Those looking to improve hair softness, manageability, or the appearance of damaged or chemically treated hair.

These protein–carbohydrate complexes are often used in lightweight formulas to support hair strength without heaviness.

Those with dry or dehydrated hair types looking for extra moisture retention.

It is a sugar-derived ingredient often used alongside other moisturisers to improve hair softness and manageability. It can also support product texture and stability.

All products that need a preservative system.

Often paired with other preservatives for broad protection.

People who enjoy a scented product.

Fragrance preference is personal. Some people prefer fragrance-free formulas by choice.

A fragrance component that must be listed separately on labels because a minority of people can be sensitive to it. Its presence is normal, required disclosure and is not a quality signal.

A fragrance component that must be listed separately on labels because a minority of people can be sensitive to it. Its presence is normal, required disclosure and is not a quality signal.

Those who enjoy distinctly floral-scented products.

It is a recognised fragrance allergen, so people with known fragrance sensitivities may prefer to patch test. Regulations and usage vary by region, and it may be phased out in some markets.

A fragrance component that must be listed separately on labels because a minority of people can be sensitive to it. Its presence is normal, required disclosure and is not a quality signal.