Does Moroccanoil 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 Moroccanoil 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, Moroccanoil is about typical, scoring above 44% of them.
Moroccanoil shampoo worth buying Good or better, safest first
Moroccanoil
Hydrating Shampoo
water-based shampoo, argan oil blend
Fragrance allergens (undisclosed components)
Moroccanoil formulations contain fragrance blends; full ingredient lists do not always…
1,4-dioxane (potential impurity)
Shampoos using ethoxylated surfactants may contain trace 1,4-dioxane as a manufacturing…
Microbial growth if contaminated during use
Any water-based cosmetic can develop bacterial or mold growth if exposed to moisture and…
Lower concern, liquid cosmetics rarely use PFAS, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Moroccanoil
Extra Volume Shampoo
aqueous shampoo base with argan oil
Fragrance allergens (unspecified fragrance blend)
Moroccanoil Extra Volume Shampoo lists 'fragrance' as an ingredient but does not disclose…
Preservative-related irritation or sensitization
Standard shampoo preservatives (e.g., parabens, phenoxyethanol, methylisothiazolinone)…
Lower concern, liquid cosmetic with no known PFAS-prone ingredients, but no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Moroccanoil
Moisture Repair Shampoo
aqueous shampoo concentrate; argan oil, surfactants, humectants
1,4-dioxane (solvent/contaminant)
Dioxane is a known contaminant in some surfactant manufacturing processes and may be…
Fragrance allergens
Moroccanoil Moisture Repair contains fragrance, listed as 'Parfum' in INCI. Fragrance is…
Surfactant irritation (scalp/eye)
Anionic surfactants in shampoos are mild but can strip natural oils and irritate…
Lower concern, typical rinse-off liquid cosmetic with no water-resistant treatment.
⚠Risky category by default
Moroccanoil
Frizz Control Shampoo
water-soluble shampoo base with argan oil
Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
Moroccanoil lists 'fragrance' as a single ingredient without full disclosure of…
1,4-Dioxane as manufacturing byproduct
Water-based shampoos with ethoxylated surfactants may contain trace 1,4-dioxane as a…
Lower concern, liquid cosmetics rarely require PFAS, but verify full ingredient list.
⚠Risky category by default
Moroccanoil
Scalp Balancing Shampoo
aqueous shampoo base with argan oil, silicones, and surfactants
Fragrance allergens
Moroccanoil formulations typically include fragrance (parfum) listed on label but not…
Argan oil oxidation or rancidity
Argan oil contains polyunsaturated fats susceptible to oxidation if product is stored in…
Lower concern, typical liquid shampoo with no PFAS-prone features, but no brand transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Moroccanoil
Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner Combo Pack
water-based shampoo and conditioner formulations
Fragrance allergens and contact irritants
Moroccanoil products contain fragrance and essential oils (part of argan oil profiles).…
1,4-dioxane contamination
Shampoos containing ethoxylated surfactants or polyethylene glycol-based conditioning…
Scalp or skin sensitization from botanical concentrates
Argan oil and associated plant extracts are generally well tolerated but can trigger…
Low-medium concern; liquid hair care typically avoids PFAS without brand disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Moroccanoil
Hydrating Shampoo & Conditioner Liter Bundle
aqueous surfactants, oils, botanical extracts, standard cosmetic emulsifiers
Fragrance allergens (undisclosed components)
Product lists 'fragrance' as a blend without individual ingredient itemization, standard…
Low-medium concern; rinse-off formula has no known PFAS drivers despite limited transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Moroccanoil
Color Care Shampoo
aqueous shampoo base with argan oil
Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
Moroccanoil Color Care lists 'fragrance' as an ingredient without full disclosure of…
Preservative contact dermatitis
Aqueous shampoo formulations require preservatives to prevent microbial growth. While no…
Low-medium concern; liquid shampoo poses no known PFAS risk but brand remains silent.
⚠Risky category by default
Better shampoo from other brands
Graded higher than the Moroccanoil 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 Moroccanoil product we grade on the Moroccanoil brand page, or the full shampoo ranking.