Frizz Dismiss Shampoo 1 Litre

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.

People looking for gentle cleansing that doesn't feel stripping.

It is often used alongside other surfactants to improve foam quality and overall mildness. Common in shampoos designed for frequent use.

Oily scalps and routines that need a strong, clarifying wash.

Can be more cleansing than gentler surfactants. Many people use it happily, while others prefer milder options for everyday washing.

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.

Frizz-prone, coarse or dry hair wanting a smooth, glossy finish.

Some people prefer silicone-free formulas, especially for certain curl routines. It is widely used and helpful in many smoothing products.

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.

Those using stylers, treatments or serums that rely on smooth, even application.

It is commonly used in both leave-in and rinse-off products to support stable, easy-to-apply textures. It can also assist with product absorption and consistency.

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.

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.

Anyone who prefers smooth, consistent textures in styling or leave-in products.

It helps formulas stay evenly mixed and glide easily through the hair or onto the scalp. It is widely used because it works in very small amounts and provides reliable texture.

All products that need a preservative system.

Often paired with other preservatives for broad protection.

Those interested in how product pH affects scalp comfort or hair cuticle behaviour.

It is used in very small amounts to bring a formula to the desired pH range. Once adjusted, it does not act as a strong alkaline agent in the finished product.

Those looking for softer, easier-to-detangle hair.

It is derived from guar gum and is commonly used to enhance conditioning in shampoos and conditioners. It can also reduce static and improve manageability.

People dealing with flaky scalps, congestion or product buildup.

It is widely used in scalp-care formulas because it breaks down excess oils and debris without needing physical scrubbing. Often found in dandruff-control products.

Most hair types as part of a balanced formula.

Usually present in small amounts to balance the formula.

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.

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 subtly floral-scented haircare or are monitoring specific fragrance allergens.

It is one of the fragrance allergens that must be listed individually on product labels when present above certain levels. Its presence does not indicate product strength or quality, only that it contributes to the overall scent profile.

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 interested in understanding preservative systems or identifying potential fragrance allergens.

Benzyl Alcohol is commonly used in professional haircare to support product stability and texture. It can also naturally occur in some essential oils.

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.

People looking to maintain colour-treated hair or reduce UV impact on hair and scalp.

It is often used to help stabilise formulas that may be exposed to sunlight. Its presence can support the longevity of colour care products.

Those using styling products that benefit from fast evaporation, such as sprays.

It is commonly used at low levels to improve texture and spreadability. It evaporates quickly, leaving minimal residue on the hair.

All products, especially in hard-water areas.

Used in tiny amounts to keep formulas performing reliably.

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.

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

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

People with weakened, chemically treated, or breakage-prone hair may appreciate its reinforcing effect.

Hydrolysed proteins are broken into smaller fragments so they can more easily interact with the hair’s surface. They are commonly used alongside conditioners and humectants for a balanced feel.

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.

Those looking for formulas that help with hair resilience or hydration.

Arginine is naturally present in the hair’s keratin structure and is commonly added to strengthening or repairing products. It is also used in some formulations to help support scalp comfort.

People looking for formulas that help smooth and soften hair without heaviness.

Amino acids like glutamic acid can support the hair’s natural structure and improve the feel of conditioners and treatments. They are commonly used in both rinse-off and leave-in products.

Those seeking lightweight hydration or formulas that help smooth and soften hair.

Amino acids like serine are often included in conditioning or strengthening blends to complement other hair-hydrating ingredients. They can be used in many types of haircare from shampoos to treatments.

Those looking to add smoothness, shine, or softness to dry or textured hair.

It is rich in fatty acids that help support hair feel and manageability. It is commonly used in both rinse-off and leave-in products for added nourishment.