Briogeo Be Gentle Be Kind Kale + Apple Replenishing Superfood Conditioner
Low-medium risk; no waterproofing or stain-resist treatments in conditioner.
This rinse-off liquid conditioner contains botanical extracts and emollients without water repellency or grease resistance needs. The brand makes no PFAS disclosures.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
water-based conditioner (botanical extracts, emollients, surfactants)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Briogeo Be Gentle Be Kind Kale Conditioner is made of, ingredients and materials
This is a water-based rinse conditioner formulated with botanical extracts (kale, apple), silicones or plant-derived emollients, and mild surfactants to coat and detangle hair. The formula contains no known azo dyes, heavy metal pigments, or synthetic fragrances tied to allergen concerns in published ingredient reviews. Water-based conditioners present minimal leaching or off-gassing risk compared to oil-heavy or talc-containing products, making dermal and scalp exposure relatively benign for typical use.
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 sensitizers
Briogeo uses 'fragrance' or botanical extracts as aromatic agents. While marketed as natural, undisclosed fragrance components (e.g., limonene, linalool) can trigger contact dermatitis or scalp sensitivity in susceptible individuals; full fragrance transparency is not provided on labels.
Microbial growth and preservation
Water-based conditioners require effective preservatives to prevent bacterial and fungal proliferation; if preservative levels are marginal or product is stored in warm, humid environments, microbial contamination risk increases slightly, though no recalls have been reported.
Heavy metals
Kale and apple extracts can accumulate trace cadmium and lead from soil depending on sourcing and processing. Briogeo does not publish heavy metal testing results for raw botanical inputs, leaving this exposure route unquantified but likely low for topical dermal use.
Source, FDA ↗What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
No formaldehyde releasers (e.g., DMDM hydantoin, imidazolidinyl urea) are listed in available ingredient disclosures for this product. Water-based botanical conditioners rarely require these preservatives.
Source, ATSDR ↗Talc contamination
This rinse conditioner formulation does not include talc as a listed ingredient and poses no talc-related inhalation risk; talc concerns apply primarily to powder-based or dry products.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Briogeo markets itself as a clean-beauty brand emphasizing botanical ingredients and sulfate-free formulations. The company provides ingredient transparency on product labels but has not publicly disclosed third-party safety testing, PFAS testing protocols, or formal certifications (e.g., EWG Verified, USDA Organic). No major recalls, contamination reports, or toxicology disputes involving this specific conditioner appear in public records.
How it compares in its category
This conditioner aligns with mainstream botanical and sulfate-free positioning, similar to brands like SheaMoisture and Cantu. It avoids talc and heavy metal-laden mineral pigments common in some color-depositing conditioners. Pricing and ingredient transparency sit mid-range for the category; it does not make third-party safety claims that would differentiate it from competitors.
If you buy it
Store below 25°C (77°F) in a cool, dry space to preserve botanical potency and prevent microbial growth. Apply to damp hair from mid-length to ends; rinse thoroughly with warm water. Discontinue use if scalp irritation, contact dermatitis, or unusual shedding emerges. Shelf life is typically 12-24 months unopened; replace if color, odor, or texture changes noticeably.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 78% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Briogeo has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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