Briogeo Don't Despair, Repair! Moisturize + Repair Starter Set
Low-medium risk; rinse-off hair set with no waterproofing or nonstick function.
This rinse-off shampoo and conditioner set has no waterproof, stain-resistant, or nonstick treatments that would require PFAS. Briogeo offers no PFAS disclosure.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
water-based hair conditioner and shampoo (liquid cosmetics)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Briogeo Don't Despair, Repair! Starter Set is made of, ingredients and materials
This is a water-based liquid hair conditioner and shampoo set formulated with botanical extracts, silicones, and conditioning polymers typical of leave-on or rinse-off hair care. The product is rinsed away after application, so dermal absorption risk and residual exposure are lower than leave-on products like styling creams or leave-in conditioners. No ceramic, enamel, or nonstick coatings are involved, eliminating coating-degradation and metal-leaching pathways common to cookware or ceramics.
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 (undisclosed compound identity)
Product lists 'fragrance' as an ingredient but does not publicly break down component allergens (e.g., limonene, linalool, eugenol). Consumers with fragrance sensitivity or known sensitization cannot assess risk without contacting the brand directly.
1,4-dioxane (likely byproduct in ethoxylated surfactants)
Hair conditioners commonly contain ethoxylated emulsifiers and cleansing agents; 1,4-dioxane can form as a manufacturing byproduct. Briogeo does not publish 1,4-dioxane testing or removal data, so residual levels are unknown. Rinse-off use limits scalp absorption compared to leave-on products.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Heavy metals
Product contains plant-derived ingredients (e.g., argan, coconut); heavy-metal contamination in botanicals is possible if sourcing or processing controls are weak. No recalls or third-party heavy-metal testing results for this product are on record; risk is typical for the cosmetic category.
Source, FDA ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
Ingredient list does not explicitly include known formaldehyde releasers (e.g., DMDM hydantoin, imidazolidinyl urea). Without full ingredient disclosure or brand testing statement, presence cannot be ruled out, but no evidence of use is available.
Source, ATSDR ↗Microplastics
This is a rinse-off conditioner, not a scrub or suspension product, so microbeads are unlikely. Polymers in the formula (e.g., acrylates, silicones) are soluble or biodegradable types typical of conditioning products, not solid plastic particles.
Source, EPA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Briogeo markets itself as a clean beauty brand and uses ingredient lists on packaging, but does not publicly commit to third-party certifications (e.g., EWG Verified, Leaping Bunny) or publish detailed sourcing transparency reports. The brand has not disclosed specific fragrance allergen breakdowns or heavy-metal testing results for pigment ingredients. No major recalls or documented safety controversies for this product line are on record in FDA or consumer databases.
How it compares in its category
This starter set is mid-range within the rinse-off hair-care market. Competitor transparency varies widely, some brands (e.g., Vanicream, Aveeno) publish allergen and fragrance disclosures; others (including many salon brands) do not. Briogeo's ingredient transparency is average for prestige/salon-inspired brands. Formulation complexity (multiple botanicals and polymers) is typical for moisturizing conditioners, carrying standard cosmetic hazard risk rather than elevated risk.
If you buy it
Rinse thoroughly with water after each use to remove all product and minimize cumulative scalp exposure to fragrance or preservatives. If scalp irritation, itching, or allergic reactions develop, discontinue immediately and patch-test future products. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve preservative efficacy and prevent microbial growth. Replace after 12 months or if discoloration, separation, or odor changes occur.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 82% 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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