RE/START Balance Scalp Soothing Cleanser 250ml

All hair and skin types.

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

People looking for a gentle, low-irritation cleansing option or those using sulphate-free shampoos.

It is known for being milder than many traditional surfactants and is often used in formulas designed to maintain softness after washing.

Most hair types, including those wanting a gentler wash.

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

Those who prefer products with a smoother, creamier consistency.

It is often used to create uniform, easy-to-spread formulations and can also contribute mild surfactant properties. It is commonly found in shampoos, conditioners and styling products.

People looking for a mild, low-irritation cleanser in shampoos or co-washes.

It is known for producing a rich lather even in sulphate-free formulas and is often used to create a smooth, conditioned feel after rinsing.

Those with oily, congested or imbalance‑prone scalps.

It is an amino-acid derivative commonly used in scalp-care formulas for its gentle, supportive effect on the scalp barrier. It can also complement other soothing or clarifying ingredients in a routine.

All products, especially in hard-water areas.

Used in tiny amounts to keep formulas performing reliably.

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.

Those who prefer formulas designed to maintain stability with lower preservative loads.

It is commonly used in modern formulations to enhance overall product stability and texture. It can also contribute mild soothing properties in some formulas.

Those looking for conditioning support or richer, more emollient formulas.

It is naturally found in coconut and palm-derived oils and is commonly used to enhance texture and conditioning performance in haircare products.

Anyone who prefers products with a richer, creamier feel or improved spreadability.

It is often used in conditioners and styling products to enhance texture and keep formulas stable over time. It also helps emulsify oil and water components for an even finish.

Those looking for mild cleansing or well-blended formulations that incorporate oils.

It is commonly used to improve formula clarity and texture in both cleansing and treatment products. Its mild nature makes it suitable for a wide range of hair types.

Most hair types, especially dry or dull hair.

A versatile, well-tolerated conditioning ingredient.

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

Widely used in shampoos and conditioners for slip and softness.

Those interested in products formulated for pH balance or stability.

It supports formula consistency and can enhance the performance of other ingredients by keeping the product within its optimal pH range.

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.

People in hard‑water areas who want products that rinse cleanly and maintain consistent results.

It supports formula stability and can help prevent mineral build‑up that may affect how products feel or work on the hair.

Those seeking improved hydration, softness or smoother hair feel.

It is often used alongside other sugar-based moisturisers to support long‑lasting hydration. It is considered a gentle, conditioning ingredient suitable for most hair types.

People looking for products that target scalp freshness or mild scalp build-up.

It offers both mild cleansing and antimicrobial benefits, which can contribute to a cleaner-feeling scalp. Its use varies by formula, so its role may range from supportive to functional depending on the product.

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.

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.

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.

Those who enjoy scented hair products or want a light floral note in their routine.

It is one of the fragrance allergens that must be listed on labels when present above certain thresholds. People who are monitoring fragrance components for sensitivity may find this information useful.

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.