Moroccanoil Moisture Repair Shampoo
Lower concern. Rinse-off shampoo with no water-resistant coating on record.
This aqueous shampoo concentrate contains argan oil, surfactants, and humectants. No water-repellent or stain-resistant treatment is on record. Moroccanoil has no PFAS statement on record.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
aqueous shampoo concentrate; argan oil, surfactants, humectants
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Moroccanoil Moisture Repair Shampoo is made of, ingredients and materials
Moroccanoil Moisture Repair Shampoo is an aqueous concentrate combining argan oil (the marketed active ingredient) with anionic surfactants for cleansing and humectants for moisture retention. Argan oil itself carries no known toxicity hazards; the formulation is a rinse-off product, meaning any residual ingredients are washed away rather than absorbed or retained on skin long-term. The presence of surfactants and humectants in shampoos is standard and necessary for function, though they can cause scalp irritation in sensitive individuals.
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.
1,4-dioxane (solvent/contaminant)
Dioxane is a known contaminant in some surfactant manufacturing processes and may be present as a trace impurity in shampoos. No specific testing on this product has been published; levels, if present, are typically well below regulatory concern in rinse-off products, but Moroccanoil does not disclose testing.
Fragrance allergens
Moroccanoil Moisture Repair contains fragrance, listed as 'Parfum' in INCI. Fragrance is a common trigger for scalp contact dermatitis and allergic reactions; the specific fragrance mixture is proprietary and not disclosed, limiting assessment of individual sensitizers.
Surfactant irritation (scalp/eye)
Anionic surfactants in shampoos are mild but can strip natural oils and irritate sensitive scalp or cause eye irritation if not rinsed completely. This is a category-inherent risk, not unique to this brand.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Heavy metals
No published recalls or testing reports indicate heavy-metal contamination in this shampoo. Cosmetic regulations (FDA, EU) require purity standards; no evidence of violation for this product.
Source, FDA ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
No public ingredient disclosure lists formaldehyde-releasing preservatives (e.g., DMDM hydantoin, imidazolidinyl urea) in this product. Modern formulations typically use preservative systems with lower concern, though brand does not independently verify.
Source, ATSDR ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Moroccanoil is owned by Estee Lauder Companies and does not publicly disclose detailed ingredient safety testing or third-party certifications (e.g., no EWG verification or Clean Beauty claims). The brand has not faced major regulatory recalls or scandals related to this shampoo line. Transparency on PFAS use is silent, consistent with most mainstream cosmetic brands that do not voluntarily test for or report PFAS in rinse-off products.
How it compares in its category
This product sits in the mid-to-premium segment of hydrating shampoos. It offers no differentiator in safety profile versus store-brand sulfate-free alternatives, though the argan-oil branding commands higher price. Comparable products (e.g., drugstore argan-oil shampoos) carry the same hazard classes; the main distinction is marketing and scent, not formulation transparency or independent certification.
If you buy it
Use as directed; no special precautions apply beyond standard shampoo care (avoid eye contact, rinse thoroughly). Shampoo is typically left on scalp for seconds to minutes, minimizing absorption risk for any residual chemical. If scalp irritation, itching, or rash develops after use, discontinue and switch to a fragrance-free or hypoallergenic alternative. Store in a cool, dry place; no expiration risk specific to this product class.
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
- Moroccanoil has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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