Semi Di Lino Mini Duo Reconstruction for Repair

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.

People looking for mild cleansers, including those with easily weighed-down or sensitive scalps.

It is commonly paired with other surfactants to improve foam quality and boost mildness in shampoos and scalp-focused products.

People looking for mild cleansing, including those with dry, fine or colour‑treated hair.

It is known for producing a soft, low‑irritancy lather and is often used in gentler shampoo formulas. It can also support a smoother feel compared with stronger surfactants.

Those who like creamy, luxurious-feeling shampoo or conditioner textures.

It also provides a mild conditioning feel, helping formulas spread smoothly through the hair. Its use is common in many everyday cleansing products.

Those who prefer shampoos with a richer, creamier foam.

It is made from fatty acids derived from coconut oil and monoethanolamine and is commonly used to stabilise foam and improve texture. It can also help thicken surfactant-based formulas.

Most hair types wanting smoother, easier-to-manage hair.

Widely used in shampoos and conditioners for slip and softness.

Those looking for mild, low-irritation cleansing in shampoos or co-washes.

It is often combined with other surfactants to create a balanced, gentle lather. Its amphoteric nature helps support mildness in sulphate-free formulas.

Hair wanting added body, smoothness or temporary strength.

A common protein in repair and volumising formulas.

Hair wanting a light conditioning boost.

A plant-derived extract whose effect depends on the amount used.

Those looking for plant-based supporting ingredients or gentle conditioning benefits.

Sunflower seed extract is often included for its naturally occurring compounds that can help enhance the overall conditioning profile of a formula. It is commonly used alongside other emollients and botanical ingredients.

People wanting a light, non-greasy smoothing or shine finish.

Often used in serums and oils for a weightless feel. Some prefer silicone-free options depending on routine.

People looking for smoother, shinier hair or help with detangling.

It is often blended with other silicones to create a lightweight, non-greasy finish. It forms a flexible film on the hair that can improve manageability.

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 for mild cleansing with a smoother, less stripped feel.

It is often included to make cleansing formulas feel more conditioning and to help solubilise oils or fragrances. It pairs well with stronger surfactants to create a more balanced wash.

Those looking for products with effective cleansing or evenly dispersed ingredients.

It is commonly used at low levels to support texture and clarity in shampoos and styling products. Despite being a surfactant, it is often included for solubilising rather than strong cleansing.

Those using products that need even distribution of lightweight oils or fragrances, such as leave-ins or styling sprays.

It is a nonionic surfactant often used at low levels to keep formulas stable and clear. It also helps enhance the spreadability of other ingredients.

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.

Most hair types as part of a balanced formula.

Usually present in small amounts to balance the formula.

All products, especially in hard-water areas.

Used in tiny amounts to keep formulas performing reliably.

All products that need a preservative system.

Often paired with other preservatives for broad protection.

Anyone who uses water-based products that benefit from reliable preservation.

It is commonly used alongside other preservation systems to maintain product freshness and extend shelf life. It is generally well tolerated in rinse-off and leave-in products.

All products that need protecting from spoilage.

A very common, well-studied preservative used at low levels.

Those who want products that remain fresh and effective throughout their shelf life.

Benzoic Acid is often used alongside other preservatives to create a broad-spectrum system. It also plays a minor role in helping maintain a product’s pH balance.

People who enjoy a scented product.

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

Those who enjoy subtly scented haircare products.

It is one of the fragrance components that must be listed separately when present above certain levels. People with known fragrance sensitivities may choose to monitor for it.

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.

All hair and skin types.

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

People looking for smoother, more manageable hair or richer, creamier product textures.

Despite the name, fatty alcohols are moisturising and conditioning rather than drying. They also help stabilise and thicken many haircare formulas.

Most hair types, especially tangle-prone or coarse hair.

A common conditioner ingredient despite the chloride name, which simply describes its chemistry.

Those looking for conditioning, slip, or richer textures in their haircare products.

Despite the name, fatty alcohols like cetyl alcohol are non‑drying and are commonly used to add emollience and stability to formulations.

Damaged, frizz-prone or colour-treated hair wanting targeted smoothing.

Designed to deposit where hair needs it most. Some prefer silicone-free formulas by choice.

Hair wanting added body, smoothness or temporary strength.

A common protein in repair and volumising formulas.

Hair wanting a light conditioning boost.

A plant-derived extract whose effect depends on the amount used.

Those looking for plant-based supporting ingredients or gentle conditioning benefits.

Sunflower seed extract is often included for its naturally occurring compounds that can help enhance the overall conditioning profile of a formula. It is commonly used alongside other emollients and botanical ingredients.

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 using products with oils or silicones who want them to rinse evenly without residue.

It is commonly used in shampoos and styling products to support stable, uniform textures. Its mild nature makes it suitable for a wide range of formulations.

People looking for improved manageability, detangling and smoother-feeling hair.

It is a commonly used quaternary ammonium compound that helps conditioners spread easily through the hair. It is effective even at low levels, which is why it appears frequently in rinse-off products.

Most hair types as part of a balanced formula.

Usually present in small amounts to balance the formula.

All products, especially in hard-water areas.

Used in tiny amounts to keep formulas performing reliably.

All products that need protecting from spoilage.

A very common, well-studied preservative used at low levels.

Those interested in gentle preservation systems or sensitive scalps may find it relevant.

It is often paired with other preservatives to improve their effectiveness while allowing for lower usage levels. It also has light moisturising and conditioning properties.

People who enjoy a scented product.

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

Those who enjoy subtly scented haircare products.

It is one of the fragrance components that must be listed separately when present above certain levels. People with known fragrance sensitivities may choose to monitor for it.

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.