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The water base that carries and dissolves the other ingredients in most products.
May suit
All hair and skin types.
Worth knowing
Almost always the first ingredient listed in water-based products.
Polyquaternium-10Conditioning agents
Conditioning agent
A conditioning polymer that smooths the hair surface and helps with detangling and feel.
May suit
Most hair types wanting smoother, easier-to-manage hair.
Worth knowing
Widely used in shampoos and conditioners for slip and softness.
GlycerinHumectants
Humectant
Attracts and holds water to help hair feel hydrated and soft.
May suit
Dry or dehydrated hair, and many curl and moisture routines.
Worth knowing
A very common, well-tolerated humectant used across countless products.
Polysorbate 80Thickeners and stabilisers
Solubiliser and emulsifier
Helps blend oil-based and water-based ingredients for a smooth, stable formula.
May suit
Those using products with essential oils or oil-based actives that need even distribution.
Worth knowing
It is widely used to keep formulations consistent and prevent separation. In haircare, it can also support the even spread of conditioning or fragrance oils.
Glycereth-26Humectants
Humectant and solubiliser
Helps attract and hold moisture while also assisting in dissolving and stabilising other ingredients.
May suit
Those seeking extra hydration or smoother product application.
Worth knowing
It is often used to improve texture and enhance the spreadability of haircare formulas. It can also support uniform distribution of other ingredients.
PhenoxyethanolPreservatives
Preservative
Helps keep the product stable and pleasant to use after opening.
May suit
All products that need protecting from spoilage.
Worth knowing
A very common, well-studied preservative used at low levels.
PanthenolConditioning agents
Conditioning agent
Helps condition, soften and add a smooth, healthy feel to the hair.
May suit
Most hair types, especially dry or dull hair.
Worth knowing
A versatile, well-tolerated conditioning ingredient.
Hydrolysed QuinoaProteins and amino acids
Strengthening protein
A plant-derived protein used to help support hair strength and improve softness.
May suit
Those looking to enhance manageability, reduce the feel of dryness, or support colour retention.
Worth knowing
Hydrolysed quinoa contains smaller protein fragments that can lightly film the hair, helping it feel smoother. It is often included in colour-care and strengthening formulas.
Benzoic AcidPreservatives
Preservative
Helps protect haircare products by supporting the preservation system and maintaining formula stability.
May suit
Those who want products that remain fresh and effective throughout their shelf life.
Worth knowing
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.
ParfumFragrance ingredients
Fragrance
Gives the product its scent.
May suit
People who enjoy a scented product.
Worth knowing
Fragrance preference is personal. Some people prefer fragrance-free formulas by choice.
Dehydroacetic AcidPreservatives
Preservative
Helps keep haircare formulas stable by preventing product spoilage.
May suit
Those who want products to stay fresh for longer, including people who use products slowly or store them in humid bathrooms.
Worth knowing
It is often used at low levels and works well alongside other preservative systems to support formula longevity. It is commonly included in both rinse-off and leave-in products.
Sodium AcetatepH adjusters
pH adjuster
Helps maintain the desired pH level of a haircare formula.
May suit
Those interested in products formulated for pH balance or stability.
Worth knowing
It supports formula consistency and can enhance the performance of other ingredients by keeping the product within its optimal pH range.
Sodium ChlorideThickeners and stabilisers
Viscosity adjuster
Sodium Chloride is used to adjust the thickness of shampoos and other cleansing formulas.
May suit
Those interested in how a product’s texture and lather are achieved.
Worth knowing
It is a simple mineral salt that helps create a familiar shampoo feel and can influence how a cleanser spreads through the hair.
EthylhexylglycerinPreservatives
Preservative booster
Helps support the preservation system and can provide mild skin-conditioning benefits.
May suit
Those interested in gentle preservation systems or sensitive scalps may find it relevant.
Worth knowing
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.
Isopropyl AlcoholSolvents
Solvent
Helps dissolve ingredients and supports quick-drying formulas.
May suit
Those using styling products that benefit from fast evaporation, such as sprays.
Worth knowing
It is commonly used at low levels to improve texture and spreadability. It evaporates quickly, leaving minimal residue on the hair.
Olea Europaea Leaf ExtractBotanical extracts
Botanical extract
A plant-derived extract used to support conditioning and provide antioxidant benefits in haircare.
May suit
Those looking for plant-based ingredients that help maintain hair and scalp comfort.
Worth knowing
Olive leaf extract is commonly included in formulas for its soothing and antioxidant properties. It is typically used in small amounts to complement a product’s overall conditioning profile.
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit ExtractBotanical extracts
Antioxidant botanical extract
A plant extract used for its antioxidant content and supportive conditioning benefits.
May suit
Those looking for plant-based ingredients that help support hair and scalp vitality.
Worth knowing
Kakadu plum is known for its naturally high vitamin C content, which can help support overall hair and scalp care formulations. It is commonly included in modern botanical or antioxidant-focused products.
Vitis Vinifera Seed ExtractBotanical extracts
Botanical antioxidant
A plant extract used to support hair and scalp with antioxidant and conditioning benefits.
May suit
Those looking for gentle botanical ingredients that may help protect hair from environmental stress.
Worth knowing
Grape-derived extracts are commonly used in haircare for their antioxidant polyphenols and lightweight conditioning properties. They are generally included to complement a formula rather than act as a primary active.
Benzyl AlcoholPreservatives
Preservative
Helps preserve formulations and can also act as a solvent or light fragrance component.
May suit
Those interested in understanding preservative systems or identifying potential fragrance allergens.
Worth knowing
Benzyl Alcohol is commonly used in professional haircare to support product stability and texture. It can also naturally occur in some essential oils.
Potassium SorbatePreservatives
Preservative
Helps keep haircare formulas stable by preventing the growth of microbes.
May suit
Anyone who uses water-based products that benefit from reliable preservation.
Worth knowing
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.
Sodium BenzoatePreservatives
Preservative
Helps protect water-based products from spoilage so they stay usable.
May suit
All products that need a preservative system.
Worth knowing
Often paired with other preservatives for broad protection.
LimoneneFragrance ingredients
Fragrance component
A fragrance component that also occurs naturally in many citrus and plant oils.
Worth knowing
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.
LinaloolFragrance ingredients
Fragrance component
A fragrance component found naturally in many flowers and spices.
Worth knowing
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.