Plant-Powered Shampoo Puracy Citrus & Mint / Refill (Pack of 2)
Lower concern for plant-based shampoo with no known PFAS requirement.
This liquid concentrate requires no waterproofing, nonstick coatings, or stain resistance that would demand PFAS use. Puracy does not publicly disclose PFAS testing or make any explicit PFAS claim.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
water-based plant-derived liquid shampoo concentrate
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Plant-Powered Shampoo Puracy Citrus 2) is made of, ingredients and materials
Puracy Citrus & Mint is a water-based liquid concentrate formulated from plant-derived surfactants and botanical extracts rather than petroleum-derived chemicals. The concentrate format means higher active-ingredient density per unit volume, reducing packaging waste and leachable risk from repeated exposure to container materials. Plant-based surfactants (typically derived from coconut or sugar) degrade more readily in the environment and present lower acute toxicity profiles than synthetic alternatives, though they still require proper rinsing to avoid skin 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.
Fragrance allergens (citrus oil, mint extract)
Natural essential oils in botanical formulations can trigger contact dermatitis or sensitization in individuals with fragrance sensitivity or citrus allergy. Risk is low in general population but meaningful for people with known essential-oil intolerance.
BPA & bisphenols
Concentrate is typically shipped in standard PET or HDPE plastic bottles. While BPA is uncommon in modern consumer bottles, BPS (a BPA substitute) or other polymer additives may leach minimally into product over extended storage or heat exposure. Risk is low but not zero.
Source, FDA ↗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 (synthetic surfactant byproduct)
Plant-derived surfactants are not known to generate 1,4-dioxane as a byproduct during manufacture. Conventional synthetic shampoos carry higher risk; this formulation has no reported presence.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Puracy markets this as free of formaldehyde releasers and does not list these on the ingredient panel. No recalls or testing data contradict this claim.
Source, ATSDR ↗Heavy metals
Plant-based shampoos without synthetic dyes carry minimal risk for lead, cadmium, or arsenic contamination. Puracy's ingredient transparency does not indicate synthetic colorants or mineral fillers.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Puracy publishes ingredient lists transparently on product labels and websites, and the brand markets itself as hypoallergenic and sulfate-free. The company makes no public claims regarding PFAS avoidance, nor is there any established disclosure standard for shampoos in this category. No major recalls or safety controversies have been documented for this product line. The brand's positioning around plant-derived formulation and absence of synthetic dyes or heavy fragrance loads aligns with lower-risk chemistry, though third-party certification (e.g., EWG Verified) is absent.
How it compares in its category
Plant-based, sulfate-free shampoos occupy the lower-hazard end of the personal-care spectrum compared to conventional foaming products that use sodium lauryl sulfate or cocamidopropyl betaine. Puracy's concentrate format avoids the water-weight inflation of ready-to-use formulas and reduces plastic volume relative to peers. Most mainstream plant-based shampoos in this price range carry comparable hazard profiles; Puracy is middle-of-the-road for transparency, better than unlabeled drugstore products but less certified than premium organic brands.
If you buy it
Dilute the concentrate according to package directions; using undiluted product increases irritation risk for scalp or eyes. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve botanical actives; plant-derived formulations can degrade faster than synthetic preservative-heavy alternatives if exposed to heat or light. Discontinue use if scalp irritation, rash, or allergic reaction develops; plant extracts (citrus oils, mint) can sensitize individuals with fragrance allergies. Replace when product odor changes or separation occurs, signaling preservative breakdown.
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
- Puracy has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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