SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Shine Conditioner
Lower concern. Rinse-off formula with no known PFAS triggers.
Rinse-off conditioner with coconut oil, hibiscus, and plant-based thickeners without Teflon-family coating coatings or water-repellent treatments. The brand hasn't disclosed or claimed PFAS-free status, but the formula presents lower concern than water-resistant products.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
water-based conditioner with natural oils and botanical extracts
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What SheaMoisture Coconut Conditioner is made of, ingredients and materials
This is a water-based conditioner formulated with coconut oil, hibiscus extract, and other botanical oils as active conditioning agents, with standard cosmetic emulsifiers and preservatives. The water-rinse design means ingredients do not remain on skin long-term, reducing systemic absorption risk compared to leave-on products. The formula contains no silicones or heavy occlusives that degrade over time, and coconut oil is a well-tolerated natural conditioning agent with minimal sensitization history in this concentration.
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.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Rinse-off conditioners typically use mild preservatives (often imidazolidinyl urea or dmdm hydantoin derivatives); these are present at low levels in this category. Full ingredient list review required to confirm specific preservative type, but rinse-off exposure is brief and diluted.
Source, ATSDR ↗Fragrance allergens and sensitization
Product contains coconut fragrance and hibiscus extract; coconut is a known contact sensitizer for some individuals, and botanical extracts can trigger irritation in sensitive scalp conditions. Incidence is low but not zero, particularly in those with existing eczema or fragrance sensitivity.
Bacterial growth if stored improperly
Water-based formulas are more prone to microbial colonization than oil-based products if containers are left open or contaminated. Risk is managed by manufacturer preservatives but increases with time after opening or improper storage in warm, humid bathrooms.
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 documented recalls or regulatory findings of lead, cadmium, or arsenic in SheaMoisture conditioners. Botanical extracts (hibiscus, coconut oil) do not typically concentrate heavy metals in cosmetic-grade form.
Source, FDA ↗Microplastic contamination from packaging or formula additives
No microbeads or plastic microparticles are listed in the standard ingredient disclosure for this product. The formula relies on oils and botanical extracts rather than plastic-based exfoliants or film-forming polymers.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
SheaMoisture publishes full ingredient lists transparently and has earned certifications including leaping bunny cruelty-free status. The brand positions itself around natural ingredients and has not faced major recalls or safety controversies on this product line in public records. No documented PFAS-related statements or certifications from the brand, but the rinse-off formula category carries inherently lower PFAS accumulation risk.
How it compares in its category
This product is middle-tier in the natural conditioner segment, with simpler preservative systems than mainstream salon brands and fewer synthetic fragrances than mass-market alternatives. Compared to silicone-heavy conditioners, it carries lower risk of buildup or coating degradation; compared to organic certified lines, it has fewer third-party chemical restrictions. The botanical oil base is consistent with category norms and poses no unusual hazard profile.
If you buy it
Store in a cool, dry place and keep the cap sealed to prevent bacterial growth in the water-based matrix, especially if decanted into smaller containers. Use as directed (typically rinse after 3-5 minutes) and do not leave standing on skin. Replace if you notice separation, odor changes, or visible discoloration, which would indicate preservative failure. If you have known sensitization to coconut oil or botanical extracts, perform a small patch test first, as natural botanical ingredients can trigger contact dermatitis in susceptible individuals.
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
- SheaMoisture has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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