Shampoo, ranked by PFAS safety
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Mielle Organics
MIELLE Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo
Lower risk, liquid cosmetics rarely require PFAS, brand silence doesn't mean presence.
Puracy
Puracy Natural Shampoo
Lower concern for a liquid shampoo with minimal PFAS risk in this category.
Credo Beauty
Roz Salt Scalp Scrub
Low risk, salt scrub formulation carries minimal PFAS concern.
Worth buying Good or Excellent, safest first
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
Vanicream
Shampoo
aqueous surfactant base, mineral oil, glycerin
1,4-Dioxane (solvent contaminant)
Limited concern
Lower risk, no known PFAS triggers, brand offers no explicit assurance.
⚠Risky category by default
Aussie
Miracle Volume Shampoo
aqueous shampoo base, surfactants, botanical extracts
1,4-dioxane (manufacturing contaminant)
Limited concern
Fragrance allergens and sensitivizers
Limited concern
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Limited concern
Microbial growth (if contaminated or stored improperly)
Limited concern
Lower concern. Liquid shampoo unlikely to contain intentional PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
Aussie
Miracle Moist Shampoo
aqueous shampoo base with surfactants
1,4-dioxane
Limited concern
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Limited concern
Fragrance allergens
Moderate concern
Silicone accumulation and scalp buildup
Limited concern
Lower PFAS concern. Liquid shampoo unlikely to contain intentional PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
Aussie
Miracle Moist Shampoo and Conditioner
aqueous liquid cosmetic formulation
Fragrance allergens and undisclosed components
Limited concern
Skin irritation from surfactant concentration
Limited concern
Lower concern. Liquid shampoo/conditioner carry minimal PFAS risk.
⚠Risky category by default
Aussie
Total Miracle Shampoo
aqueous shampoo formula, standard cosmetic ingredients
Fragrance allergens
Limited concern
Parabens
Limited concern
Lower concern. Liquid shampoo unlikely to contain PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
Head & Shoulders
Head Shoulders Smooth Silky Dandruff Shampoo
aqueous shampoo formulation, typical surfactants and conditioning agents
Fragrance allergen potential
Limited concern
1,4-dioxane contamination (rinse-off residue risk)
Limited concern
Lower concern. Liquid shampoo formulation lacks typical PFAS application pathways.
⚠Risky category by default
Head & Shoulders
Head Shoulders Classic Clean Dandruff Shampoo
aqueous shampoo formulation, surfactants, conditioning agents
1,4-dioxane (contaminant in surfactants)
Limited concern
Heavy metals
Moderate concern
Fragrance allergens and undisclosed fragrance components
Limited concern
Lower concern for PFAS; no known exposure route in rinse-off shampoo.
⚠Risky category by default
Head & Shoulders
Anti-Dandruff Classic Clean Shampoo with Vitamin E
aqueous shampoo base with surfactants, silicones, and Vitamin E
Fragrance allergens
Limited concern
1,4-dioxane (process contaminant)
Limited concern
Scalp irritation from zinc pyrithione
Moderate concern
Lower PFAS concern for rinse-off cosmetic; brand silent on PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
Head & Shoulders
Dry Scalp Care Shampoo
aqueous surfactant shampoo formulation
1,4-dioxane (contaminant in surfactants)
Limited concern
Fragrance allergens / undisclosed fragrance components
Moderate concern
Pyrithione zinc systemic exposure
Limited concern
Lower PFAS concern; typical personal care product without known risk factors.
⚠Risky category by default
Head & Shoulders
Anti-Dandruff Classic Clean Shampoo
aqueous shampoo solution with surfactants and conditioning agents
1,4-dioxane (surfactant contaminant)
Limited concern
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Limited concern
Fragrance allergens and undisclosed components
Limited concern
Scalp irritation and barrier disruption
Moderate concern
Low-medium risk. No known PFAS triggers but brand transparency is absent.
⚠Risky category by default
Olaplex
No 4 Olaplex Bond Maintenance Shampoo
aqueous shampoo solution with proprietary bond-building technology
Fragrance allergens and undisclosed components
Limited concern
Eye and mucous membrane irritation
Limited concern
Scalp irritation or allergic contact dermatitis
Limited concern
Low-medium risk. Rinse-off formula without flagged risk but no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Olaplex
No.4 BOND MAINTENANCE SHAMPOO
Aqueous surfactant blend, conditioning polymers, water
1,4-dioxane (rinse-off cosmetic contaminant)
Limited concern
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Limited concern
Fragrance allergens (undisclosed constituents)
Limited concern
Polymer buildup and scalp irritation with infrequent rinsing
Moderate concern
Low-medium risk. Standard shampoo with no known PFAS triggers.
⚠Risky category by default
Olaplex
No.4 Fine Bond Maintenance Shampoo
aqueous liquid shampoo with surfactants
Fragrance allergens (undisclosed)
Limited concern
1,4-dioxane (potential contaminant)
Limited concern
Eye irritation (typical product hazard)
Limited concern
Low-medium risk. Rinse-off shampoo rarely needs PFAS but transparency is missing.
⚠Risky category by default
Briogeo
Destined For Density Shampoo
aqueous shampoo base, botanical extracts
Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
Limited concern
Microbial contamination (mold, bacteria)
Limited concern
Eye and mucous membrane irritation
Moderate concern
Low-medium risk. No identified PFAS-typical treatment triggers.
⚠Risky category by default
Briogeo
Scalp Revival Micro-Exfoliating Shampoo
Water, surfactants, glycerin, natural exfoliants (micro beads/salt), botanicals
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Limited concern
Fragrance allergens (undisclosed constituents)
Limited concern
Skin sensitization from exfoliant particle size or abrasiveness
Limited concern
Low-medium risk. Rinse-off shampoo without water-repellent demands.
⚠Risky category by default
Briogeo
Don't Despair Repair! Super Moisture Shampoo
aqueous shampoo base with botanical extracts
Fragrance allergens
Limited concern
Preservative safety (methylisothiazolinone or similar)
Limited concern
Scalp irritation from surfactant residue
Limited concern
Lower-concern product with no typical PFAS use-cases, though the brand offers no explicit assurance.
⚠Risky category by default
Pantene
Pro-V Daily Moisture Renewal Shampoo
aqueous shampoo base with surfactants and conditioners
Fragrance allergens
Limited concern
1,4-dioxane as manufacturing contaminant
Limited concern
Silicone buildup on scalp and hair
Moderate concern
Lower PFAS concern; typical rinse-off product with no waterproofing or grease-resistance drivers.
⚠Risky category by default
Pantene
Pro-V Classic Clean Shampoo
Aqueous surfactant blend, conditioning agents, preservatives
Preservative allergenicity (contact sensitivity)
Limited concern
Fragrance allergens and respiratory irritation
Limited concern
Eye irritation on contact
High concern
Silicone buildup on scalp or hair
Limited concern
Lower concern; typical shampoo with no known PFAS-bearing ingredients, but no brand disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Pantene
Pro-V Radiant Color Shine Shampoo
Aqueous shampoo base with surfactants, silicones, and conditioning agents
1,4-dioxane (residual from manufacturing)
Limited concern
Fragrance allergen complexity
Moderate concern
Silicone accumulation on hair and scalp
Limited concern
Eye irritation from surfactants
High concern
Lower concern; conventional shampoo with no known PFAS drivers, but no brand commitment.
⚠Risky category by default
Pantene
Pro-V Repair & Protect Shampoo
Aqueous liquid shampoo base (surfactants, water, conditioners)
Synthetic fragrance allergens
Limited concern
Lower-concern choice; liquid shampoos rarely require PFAS, but no public disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Pantene
Pro-V Daily Moisture Renewal Shampoo and Conditioner Set
aqueous shampoo and conditioner base (surfactants, polymers, emollients)
1,4-dioxane (indirect contamination)
Limited concern
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Limited concern
Fragrance allergens and undisclosed sensitizers
Limited concern
Microplastics
Limited concern
Lower concern; standard haircare with no known PFAS application, but no brand transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
- 75Pantene Pantene Pro-V Volume and Body Shampoo
- 75Pantene Pantene Abundant & Strong Shampoo
- 75Pantene Pantene Multi- Tasker 10 Shampoo
- 75Dove Dove Daily Moisture Therapy Shampoo
- 75Dove Dove Daily Moisture Hair Shampoo
- 75Dove Dove Ritual Shampoo
- 75Dove Dove Coconut & Hydration Shampoo
- 75Dove Dove Intensive Repair Shampoo
- 75Dove Dove Daily Moisture Shampoo & Conditioner Set
- 75Dove Dove Intensive Repair Shampoo & Conditioner Set for Damaged Hair
- 75Dove Dove UV Repair & Glow Damage Therapy Shampoo
- 75Garnier Fructis Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Shampoo
- 75Garnier Fructis Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Fortifying Shampoo
- 75Garnier Fructis Garnier Hair Care Fructis Grow Strong Shampoo 2 Pack
- 75Garnier Fructis Garnier Fructis Hair Filler Strength Repair Shampoo
- 75Garnier Fructis Garnier Fructis Grow Strong Shampoo
- 75Garnier Fructis Garnier Fructis Grow Strong Thickening Shampoo
- 75Garnier Fructis Fructis Garnier Color Shield Shampoo
- 75Garnier Fructis Garnier Fructis Pure Moisture Hydrating Shampoo
- 75SheaMoisture Shea Moisture Curl & Shine Shampoo
- 75SheaMoisture SheaMoisture Shampoo & Conditioner Bundle for Damaged Hair
- 75SheaMoisture SheaMoisture Shea Moisture 100% Virgin Coconut Oil Daily Hydration Shampoo
- 75SheaMoisture Shea Moisture Raw Shea Butter Moisture Retention Shampoo
- 75SheaMoisture Shea Moisture Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Shine Shampoo
- 75SheaMoisture Manuka Honey Mafura Oil Intensive Hydration Shampoo Shea Moisture
- 75Cantu Cantu Shea Butter Cleansing Cream Shampoo
- 75Cantu Cantu Avocado Hydrating Shampoo
- 75Cantu Cantu Sulfate Free Cleansing Cream Shampoo
- 75Cantu Cantu Ultra Moisture Nourishing Shampoo
- 75Cantu Cantu Sulfate Free Cleansing Cream Shampoo 13.5 Fl Oz
- 75Cantu Cantu Weightless Smoothing Shampoo
- 75Cantu Cantu Moisturizing Cream Shampoo
- 75Cantu Cantu Unisex Shea Butter Moisturizing Cream Shampoo
- 75Moroccanoil Moroccanoil Hydrating Shampoo
- 75Moroccanoil Moroccanoil Extra Volume Shampoo
- 75Moroccanoil Moroccanoil Moisture Repair Shampoo
- 75Moroccanoil Moroccanoil Frizz Control Shampoo
- 75Moroccanoil Moroccanoil Scalp Balancing Shampoo
- 75Moroccanoil Moroccanoil Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner Combo Pack
- 75Moroccanoil Moroccanoil Hydrating Shampoo & Conditioner Liter Bundle
- 75Moroccanoil Moroccanoil Color Care Shampoo
- 75Bumble and bumble Bumble and Bumble Thickening Volume Shampoo
- 75Bumble and bumble Bumble and Bumble Hairdresser's Invisible Oil Shampoo
- 75Bumble and bumble Bumble and Bumble Thickening Big + Full Starter Set
- 75Bumble and bumble Bumble and Bumble Seaweed Shampoo
- 75Bumble and bumble Bumble and Bumble Gentle Shampoo
- 75Bumble and bumble Bumble and Bumble Sunday Shampoo
- 75Bumble and bumble Bumble and Bumble Bond Building Repair Shampoo
- 75Bumble and bumble Bumble and Bumble Curl Moisturizing Shampoo
- 75Kerastase Kérastase Nutritive Bain Satin Riche Shampoo
- 75Kerastase Kerastase Resistance Bain Force Architecte Shampoo
- 75Kerastase Chronologiste Bain Régénérant Shampoo
- 75Kerastase Kérastase Gloss Absolu Bain Hydra Glaze Shampoo
- 75Kerastase Kérastase Genesis Bain Hydra-Fortifiant Shampoo
- 75Kerastase Kerastase Chroma Absolu Bain Riche Chroma Respect Shampoo
- 75Kerastase Kerastase Nutritive Bain Satin Riche Shampoo 8.5 oz
- 75Kerastase Kerastase Chronologiste Bain Regenerant Shampoo
- 75Ouai OUAI Fine Hair Shampoo
- 75Ouai OUAI Detox Shampoo
- 75Ouai OUAI Fine Hair Shampoo and Conditioner Set
- 75Ouai OUAI Fine Hair Kit
- 75Ouai OUAI Medium Hair Shampoo
- 75Ouai OUAI Three-OUAI Hair Set
- 75Ouai OUAI Thick Hair Shampoo
- 75Ouai OUAI Jumbo Set Hair Shampoo & Conditioner
- 75Aveeno Aveeno Oat Milk Blend Shampoo
- 75Aveeno Aveeno Apple Cider Vinegar Shampoo
- 75Aveeno Aveeno Skin Relief Soothing Shampoo
- 75Credo Beauty Under Your Skin Density Shampoo
- 75Credo Beauty Credo Beauty Scalp Detox & Soothing Treatment Duo
- 75Credo Beauty Cecred Hydrating Shampoo
- 75Credo Beauty Soothing Scalp Treatment Travel Duo
- 75Credo Beauty Cre-C Max Shampoo
- 75Credo Beauty HYDRATE SHAMPOO - Liter
- 75Credo Beauty 2 in 1 Shampoo & Conditioner
- 75Rahua Rahua Classic Shampoo
- 75Rahua Rahua Hydration Shampoo
- 75Rahua Rahua Voluminous Shampoo
- 75Rahua Rahua Aloe Vera Shampoo
- 75Rahua Rahua Scalp Exfoliating Shampoo
- 75Rahua Enchanted Island Shampoo | Rahua | Strengthen & Nourish Damaged Hair 18 oz
- 75Rahua Rahua Enchanted Island Shampoo
- 75Rahua Rahua Color Full Shampoo
- 75Redken Redken Extreme Length Shampoo
- 75Redken Redken Extreme Shampoo
- 75Redken Redken All Soft Shampoo
- 75Redken Redken Frizz Dismiss Shampoo
- 75Redken Redken - Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo & Conditioner Set - 1 l / 33.8 fl oz
- 75Redken Redken Acidic Color Gloss Shampoo
- 75Redken Redken Color Extend Magnetics Shampoo
- 75Puracy Puracy Carpet & Upholstery Shampoo Fresh Citrus
- 75Puracy Puracy Dry Shampoo
- 75Puracy Plant-Powered Shampoo | Puracy Citrus & Mint / Refill (Pack of 2)
- 75Puracy Pura d'or Advanced Therapy Shampoo
- 75Kin+Kind kin+kind Itchy Dog Shampoo
- 75Kin+Kind kin+Kind Itchy Pet Shampoo
- 75Kin+Kind kin+Kind Flea/Tick Lavender Shampoo
- 75Kin+Kind kin+Kind Sensitive Skin Dog Shampoo
- 75Kin+Kind kin+kind Kin Organics Dog Shampoo
- 75Kin+Kind kin+kind Charcoal Dog Shampoo
- 75Kin+Kind kin+Kind Flea & Tick Shampoo Lemongrass
- 75Kin+Kind kin+kind Natural Pet Shampoo and Conditioner for Itchy Dogs and Cats
- 75Biolage Biolage HydraSource Shampoo Matrix
- 75Biolage Biolage Hydrasource Shampoo
- 75Biolage Biolage Color Last Vibrancy Shampoo and Conditioner Litre Duo
- 75Biolage Biolage Ultra Hydra Source Shampoo
- 75Biolage Biolage Matrix Ultra Hydrasource Shampoo
- 75Biolage Biolage Smooth Proof Shampoo
- 75Biolage Biolage ColorLast Shampoo Matrix
- 75Biolage Biolage Scalp Sync Clarifying Shampoo
- 75Vanicream Vanicream Shampoo and Conditioner Combo Pack
- 75Vanicream Vanicream Dandruff Shampoo
- 75Vanicream Vanicream Shampoo and Conditioner Set
- 75Vanicream Vanicream Shampoo for Sensitive Skin
- 75Vanicream Vanicream Hair Shampoo for Sensitive Skin
- 75Vanicream Vanicream Free & Clear Hair Shampoo for Sensitive Skin, 12 oz
- 75Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo
- 75Mielle Organics MIELLE Deep Hydration Shampoo
- 75Mielle Organics Mielle Pomegranate & Honey Moisturizing Detangling Shampoo
- 75Mielle Organics MIELLE Rice Water Hydrating Shampoo
- 75Mielle Organics Mielle Scalp Moisturizing Shampoo Lavender & Lychee 12 fl oz
- 75Mielle Organics Mielle Pomegranate & Honey Shampoo and Conditioner Set
- 75Kristin Ess Kristin Ess The One Signature Shampoo
- 75Kristin Ess Kristin Ess Deep Clean Clarifying Shampoo
- 75Kristin Ess Kristin Ess Extra Gentle Shampoo
- 75Kristin Ess Kristin Ess Hair One Signature Shampoo
- 75Kristin Ess Kristin Ess Hair Strengthening Shampoo
- 75Kristin Ess Kristin Ess Hair Softening Shampoo
- 75Kristin Ess Kristin Ess Hair Moisture Rich Curl Shampoo
- 75Kristin Ess Kristin Ess+ Peptide Boost Volumizing Shampoo
- 75Verb VERB Hydrate Shampoo
- 75Verb VERB Ghost Shampoo
- 75Verb Verb Volume Shampoo
- 75Verb VERB Density Peptide Shampoo
- 75Verb VERB Glossy Shampoo
- 75Verb VERB Curl Shampoo
- 75Verb Verb Dandruff Shampoo
- 75Verb Verb Purple Shampoo
- 75Prose Prose Reduces Breakage Non-Stripping Shampoo
- 75Prose Prose Alcohol-Free Conditioner
- 75Prose Prose Dry Shampoo for Dry Scalp
- 75Prose Prose Custom
- 75Prose Prose Alcohol-Free Hair Mask
- 75Prose Prose
- 75Prose Persea Shampoo 8.45oz (250ml)
- 75Prose Moisturizing Shampoo
- 75Neutrogena Neutrogena T/Sal Therapeutic Shampoo
- 75Neutrogena Neutrogena Moisturizing Healthy Scalp Hydro Boost Shampoo
- 75Neutrogena Neutrogena Exfoliating Healthy Scalp Clarify & Shine Shampoo
- 75Neutrogena Neutrogena Hair Restore Strength + Purity Shampoo
- 75Neutrogena Neutrogena Clean Replenishing Shampoo
- 75Neutrogena Neutrogena T/ Sal Shampoo
- 75Neutrogena Neutrogena Scalp Therapy Anti-Dandruff Extra Strength Shampoo
- 75Neutrogena Neutrogena T/ Sal Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
- 75Function of Beauty Function of Beauty Custom Shampoo
- 75Function of Beauty Function of Beauty Curly Hair Shampoo Base with Chia Extract
- 75Function of Beauty Function of Beauty Straight Hair Shampoo
- 75Function of Beauty Function of Beauty Custom Wavy Hair Shampoo Base
- 75Function of Beauty Function of Beauty Wavy Hair Shampoo
- 75Function of Beauty Function of Beauty Custom Curly Hair Shampoo Base with Chia Extract
- 75Function of Beauty Function of Beauty Customizable Haircare for Coily Hair - Repair, Hydrate & Define Curls with Vegan, Gluten-Free Shampoo & Conditioner
- 75Function of Beauty Function of Beauty Clean Slate Clarifying Shampoo
- 75Aunt Jackie's Aunt Jackie's Oh So Clean Moisturizing & Softening Shampoo
- 75Aunt Jackie's Aunt Jackie's Power Wash Intense Moisture Clarifying Shampoo
- 75Aunt Jackie's Aunt Jackie's Oh So Clean! Moisturizing and Softening Shampoo
- 75SheaMoisture SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Shine Shampoo
- 75Mielle Organics MIELLE Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo
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