Aunt Jackie's Oh So Clean Moisturizing & Softening Shampoo
Shampoo shows lower PFAS concern. Standard formulation.
Hair shampoos rarely require PFAS due to their application. No public evidence of intentional PFAS use in this product, and the brand makes no claims either way.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
aqueous shampoo base, surfactants, conditioning agents
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Aunt Jackie's Oh So Clean Shampoo is made of, ingredients and materials
Aunt Jackie's Oh So Clean is an aqueous shampoo base combining surfactants (detergents that lift oils and dirt), conditioning agents (likely silicones or polymers to smooth and soften hair), and preservatives. The formulation is typical for mass-market conditioning shampoos designed for textured hair. Rinse-off products like shampoo pose lower exposure risk than leave-on cosmetics because they are diluted in water and removed from skin within minutes.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Fragrance allergens and irritants
The product contains fragrance (listed in typical formulations). Fragrance compounds are not individually disclosed on the label and may trigger contact dermatitis or respiratory sensitivity in susceptible individuals; this is a known risk across all fragranced shampoos.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Standard preservatives used in shampoos may include formaldehyde-releasing compounds such as imidazolidinyl urea or DMDM hydantoin. These are legal at approved levels but may cause scalp or contact irritation in sensitive populations; full preservative disclosure is not provided by the brand.
Source, ATSDR ↗What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
1,4-dioxane (solvent contaminant)
No specific testing or recall data for Aunt Jackie's Oh So Clean has been published. 1,4-dioxane can arise as a processing byproduct in shampoos containing ethoxylated ingredients (common surfactants). Regulatory monitoring by the FDA suggests trace amounts are possible but not systematized for this brand.
Heavy metals
No published testing or violations for lead, cadmium, or other metals in this product line are on record. Shampoo colorants are generally regulated by the FDA, but the brand does not independently verify or disclose metal testing results.
Source, FDA ↗Microplastic microbeads
This is a liquid shampoo without added exfoliating beads, so microplastic contamination from intentional beads is not a concern. If the formula contains polymeric conditioning agents, degradation into microparticles during use is not established as a hazard for rinse-off shampoos.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Aunt Jackie's is a subsidiary brand under Combe Incorporated and has no major regulatory action or product recalls on public record for this shampoo line. The brand does not publicly disclose full ingredient sourcing, allergen testing protocols, or third-party safety certifications (such as Leaping Bunny or EWG verification). No documented controversies regarding heavy metal contamination, formaldehyde releasers, or carcinogenic azo dyes have been filed against this product.
How it compares in its category
This product sits in the mainstream, budget-friendly segment of conditioning shampoos. It lacks premium certifications (organic, cruelty-free, fragrance-free) that some consumers seek, but it is not positioned as a minimalist or hypoallergenic formula either. Comparable brands in the same tier (SheaMoisture, Carol's Daughter) also do not disclose comprehensive PFAS or allergen data, making this a standard risk profile for mass-market shampoos.
If you buy it
Use as directed on the product label, wet hair, apply, lather, rinse thoroughly with water. No special heating or temperature precautions apply to shampoos. If scalp irritation, rash, or eye irritation occurs, discontinue and rinse with cool water; contact a dermatologist if symptoms persist. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve the formula, and replace when empty or if the product separates or develops an off odor (sign of degradation or contamination).
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Aunt Jackie's has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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