Does Dove shampoo have PFAS?
PFAS Authority is a scoring system, not a laboratory. We do not test products ourselves. Grades are model-based, built from published ingredients, materials, certifications, brand disclosures and third-party lab results where they exist. See the rubric.
We graded 8 Dove shampoo products, averaging Excellent (75/100). 8 of them grade Good or better. Against the other 27 shampoo brands we grade, where the middle brand sits at 75/100, Dove is about typical, scoring above 44% of them.
Dove shampoo worth buying Good or better, safest first
Dove
Daily Moisture Therapy Shampoo
aqueous shampoo base, surfactants, emollients
1,4-Dioxane (potential contaminant in surfactant synthesis)
This rinse-off shampoo may contain trace 1,4-dioxane as an unintended byproduct of…
Fragrance allergens (undisclosed components)
Dove lists 'fragrance' as a single ingredient without itemizing specific aroma compounds.…
Scalp or eye irritation from surfactant base
Even mild surfactants can irritate sensitive scalp or eyes upon contact. This product is…
Lower PFAS concern; typical rinse-off cosmetic with no known high-risk ingredients.
⚠Risky category by default
Dove
Daily Moisture Hair Shampoo
aqueous surfactants, humectants, conditioning agents (typical rinse-off shampoo)
Fragrance allergens
The product contains fragrance (listed as 'fragrance' or 'parfum' without component…
Eye and scalp irritation from surfactant concentration
Standard anionic surfactants in shampoos can irritate eyes and sensitive scalps at…
Lower PFAS concern; rinse-off formula with no known high-risk ingredients, but no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Dove
Ritual Shampoo
aqueous shampoo base with conditioning agents
1,4-dioxane (synthetic contaminant)
Aqueous shampoos may contain trace 1,4-dioxane as a byproduct of ethylene oxide…
Fragrance allergens and undisclosed components
Dove Ritual Shampoo contains fragrance, which can trigger contact dermatitis or scalp…
Lower concern for PFAS; standard liquid shampoo with no known high-risk processing.
⚠Risky category by default
Dove
Coconut & Hydration Shampoo
aqueous shampoo base (surfactants, water, glycerin, coconut oil derivatives)
Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
Dove lists 'fragrance (parfum)' in its INCIs but does not publicly break down individual…
1,4-dioxane (synthetic byproduct)
Sulfate-free surfactants such as sodium lauroyl isethionate can be manufactured via…
Preservative sensitivity (methylisothiazolinone derivatives)
Dove formulations may contain isothiazolinone-class preservatives, which are effective…
Lower concern; standard shampoo with no known PFAS risk factors.
⚠Risky category by default
Dove
Intensive Repair Shampoo
aqueous shampoo base with silicones and polymers
Fragrance allergens
Dove Intensive Repair Shampoo lists 'fragrance' as an ingredient but does not disclose…
Scalp sensitization from polymer buildup
Intensive Repair variants often contain silicones and film-forming polymers that…
Lower concern; liquid shampoo has minimal PFAS risk, but Dove makes no public disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Dove
Daily Moisture Shampoo & Conditioner Set
aqueous shampoo/conditioner formulation in plastic bottle
1,4-dioxane (common shampoo impurity)
Liquid shampoos can contain trace 1,4-dioxane as an incidental byproduct of ethoxylation…
Fragrance allergens (undisclosed components)
Dove Daily Moisture lists 'fragrance' as an ingredient without breaking down individual…
Lower concern; standard personal care with no known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Dove
Intensive Repair Shampoo & Conditioner Set for Damaged Hair
water-based surfactants, conditioning agents, fragrance (liquid shampoo/conditioner)
1,4-dioxane (manufacturing byproduct in surfactants)
Dioxane can be a trace contaminant in ethoxylated surfactants used in shampoos.…
Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
Dove Intensive Repair contains fragrance compounds; some individuals report scalp…
Lower concern due to liquid format, but Dove lacks public PFAS commitments.
⚠Risky category by default
Dove
UV Repair & Glow Damage Therapy Shampoo
aqueous shampoo base (surfactants, polymers, water)
Fragrance allergens and contact sensitizers
Dove shampoos contain fragrance blends listed as 'perfume' on labels. While fragrance is…
1,4-dioxane in surfactant by-products
Shampoo surfactants, particularly ethoxylated ingredients (e.g., sodium laureth sulfate)…
Preservative-related contact irritation
Liquid shampoos require antimicrobial preservatives; Dove formulations typically use…
Lower concern for a liquid shampoo without waterproofing or water-repellent features.
⚠Risky category by default
Better shampoo from other brands
Graded higher than the Dove average of 75.
Credo Beauty
Roz Salt Scalp Scrub
salt crystals, mineral-based scrub
Fragrance allergens or undisclosed fragrance components
Limited concern
Mechanical irritation from crystal size and shape
Moderate concern
Low risk, salt scrub formulation carries minimal PFAS concern.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Puracy
Public Goods Shampoo Refill
aqueous surfactant-based liquid shampoo
1,4-dioxane (surfactant byproduct)
Limited concern
Fragrance allergens (undisclosed components)
Limited concern
Bacterial or mold growth in refill container
Limited concern
Lower concern for a MADE SAFE certified shampoo avoiding fluorinated ingredients.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Puracy
Natural Shampoo
aqueous surfactants, plant-derived cleansers
1,4-dioxane (contaminant in ethoxylated surfactants)
Limited concern
Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
Limited concern
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Limited concern
Lower concern for a liquid shampoo with minimal PFAS risk in this category.
⚠Risky category by default
See every Dove product we grade on the Dove brand page, or the full shampoo ranking.