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Gentle Baby Shampoo Hibiscus Chickpea
No age stated on pack — scored for 0–5 months.
Decode Label Safety Score
How we got 5.5 ShowHide
Rates 7.8/10 on the rest of its formulation — the cap is a targeted caution, not a problem with the whole product.
Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This baby shampoo uses a mild surfactant system, which is a positive for delicate skin. However, the inclusion of 'Fragrance' without specific disclosure of its components is a significant concern for a baby product, as it can contain allergens that are not declared. Parents of children with sensitive skin or known allergies should exercise caution.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Decyl Glucoside
- Coco-Glucoside
- Cicer Arietinum Seed Extract
- Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract
- Oryza Sativa Seed Extract
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Mild cleansing base, but undisclosed fragrance raises allergy concerns for babies
This baby shampoo features gentle cleansing agents like Cocamidopropyl Betaine and Decyl Glucoside, which are suitable for delicate skin. However, the presence of 'Fragrance' without further detail is a notable concern, as it can hide potential allergens that may irritate a baby's sensitive skin. While the product is rinse-off, the strict safety standards for baby products mean transparency on fragrance components is crucial.
Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for baby. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Specific sensitivities
Avoid if affectedThe presence of 'Fragrance' without specific allergen disclosure means this product may not be suitable for children prone to skin sensitivities or allergies.
Why the score is capped
Undisclosed fragrance in a baby product (allergens not named)
Rule PC-CAP-12
What's good
Uses multiple mild, plant-derived surfactants (Decyl Glucoside, Coco-Glucoside, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate) suitable for sensitive skin.
Includes several botanical extracts (Chickpea, Hibiscus, Rice, Vetiver) for potential conditioning and soothing benefits.
Watch out for
Undisclosed 'Fragrance' is a significant concern for baby products due to potential hidden allergens and sensitizers.
Disodium EDTA — disodium EDTA is a chelating agent that keeps a product stable and clear. It has been flagged in some studies for potential endocrine-disrupting properties; regulatory consensus is not yet established, so it is noted as a low-level concern rather than a confirmed hazard.
Ingredient Concerns safety database
Sources cited below may be Indian (FSSAI) or international (EU, US, WHO, IARC) — an international classification or law is evidence, not an Indian regulatory finding.
Fragrance
"Fragrance" or "parfum" is a catch-all term that can conceal a blend of hundreds of undisclosed chemicals, including known allergens, sensitisers, and potential endocrine disruptors. The EU now mandates disclosure of 82 specific fragrance allergens. People with fragrance sensitivity, asthma, or contact dermatitis should prefer fragrance-free products.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EU Regulation 2023/1545; IFRA
Fragrance: regulation, sources and other products →Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cocamidopropyl betaine is the usual "gentle" co-surfactant in shampoos, face washes and baby washes. It was named Allergen of the Year by the American Contact Dermatitis Society in 2004; the reactions are attributed mainly to impurities (amidoamine, DMAPA) and are uncommon, but it is a common cause of surfactant allergy in people with eczema.
Peer-reviewed research Source: American Contact Dermatitis Society - Allergen of the Year 2004; contact-dermatitis literature
Cocamidopropyl Betaine: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Contains 'Fragrance' without specific disclosure of individual fragrance allergens. This is a common source of contact dermatitis and sensitization, especially concerning for baby products where skin is more delicate and permeable. EU regulations require specific declaration of common fragrance allergens above certain thresholds.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine, while generally mild, is a recognized contact allergen for some individuals, primarily due to trace impurities from its manufacturing process.
Claim check
Front-of-pack marketing claims checked against this product's actual ingredients and nutrition. "Can't verify" means the label does not provide enough information to check the claim — it is not the same as the claim being false.
The gentleness of the shampoo is a subjective claim and cannot be verified from the ingredient list alone.
The claims of cleansing and softening hair are functional benefits that cannot be verified from the ingredient list.
The 'No Tears' claim is a functional benefit related to eye irritation, which cannot be verified from the ingredient list.
The pH value of 5.5 is stated on the label, but it cannot be verified from the ingredient list.
Phthalates are not typically listed as individual ingredients and their absence cannot be confirmed or denied from the provided ingredient list.
The claim of being 'clinically tested' is a certification or testing claim that cannot be verified from the ingredient list.
The claim of being 'gentle' is a subjective characteristic that cannot be verified from the ingredient list.
The claim of being 'safe' is a general assurance that cannot be verified from the ingredient list.
The claim of being 'researched' is a process claim that cannot be verified from the ingredient list.
The ingredient list does not contain any sulphates.
The ingredient list does not contain any parabens.
The ingredient list does not contain any silicones.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
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WaterAqua
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Cocamidopropyl Betaine
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Decyl Glucoside
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Coco-Glucoside
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Cicer Arietinum Seed Extract
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Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract
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Oryza Sativa Seed Extract
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Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Extract
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Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
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Polyquaternium-7
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Fragrance undisclosed fragranceParfum
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Acrylates Copolymer
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Citric Acid
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Sodium Hydroxide
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Disodium EDTA
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Sodium Citrate
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
Fragrance allergens are substances EU cosmetics rules require to be named on the label (such as Limonene and Linalool). Fragrant botanicals such as essential oils are grouped with them because they can naturally contain such substances, but they are not on that list. They matter mainly for people with fragrance allergies or already-sensitive skin — not a general-population safety issue. Each named allergen takes a small deduction from the ingredient score, and a high count can cap it; fragrant botanicals take none. Naming them on the label is a transparency positive.
✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
About this ingredient
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No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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What are the ingredients in Gentle Baby Shampoo Hibiscus Chickpea?
The label of Gentle Baby Shampoo Hibiscus Chickpea lists 16 ingredients, in label order: Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Decyl Glucoside, Coco-Glucoside, Cicer Arietinum Seed Extract, Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract, Oryza Sativa Seed Extract, Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Extract, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Polyquaternium-7, Fragrance, Acrylates Copolymer, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Citrate. Flagged by the analysis: Fragrance, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Disodium EDTA.
Is Gentle Baby Shampoo Hibiscus Chickpea safe to use?
Gentle Baby Shampoo Hibiscus Chickpea scores 5.5/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This baby shampoo features gentle cleansing agents like Cocamidopropyl Betaine and Decyl Glucoside, which are suitable for delicate skin. However, the presence of 'Fragrance' without further detail is a notable concern, as it can hide potential allergens that may irritate a baby's sensitive skin. While the product is rinse-off, the strict safety standards for baby products mean transparency on fragrance components is crucial.
Why does Gentle Baby Shampoo Hibiscus Chickpea score 5.5/10?
Flagged in the score: Undisclosed 'Fragrance' is a significant concern for baby products due to potential hidden allergens and sensitizers. Disodium EDTA — disodium EDTA is a chelating agent that keeps a product stable and clear. It has been flagged in some studies for potential endocrine-disrupting properties; regulatory consensus is not yet established, so it is noted as a low-level concern rather than a confirmed hazard.
Who should avoid Gentle Baby Shampoo Hibiscus Chickpea?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Avoiding undisclosed fragrance blends.
Does Gentle Baby Shampoo Hibiscus Chickpea contain allergens?
Yes — the label lists a fragrant botanical (Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Extract) that can naturally contain fragrance allergens. These matter mainly if you have sensitive skin or a known fragrance allergy.
Does Gentle Baby Shampoo Hibiscus Chickpea contain fragrance?
Yes — the ingredient list includes Fragrance. Fragrance is declared as a single ingredient, so the individual scent chemicals in it are not named. This matters mainly if you have sensitive skin or a known fragrance allergy.
Are the claims on the Gentle Baby Shampoo Hibiscus Chickpea pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 12 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "Gentle Baby Shampoo" — can't be verified from the label. "Cleanses and softens hair" — can't be verified from the label. "No Tears" — can't be verified from the label.
Answers are generated from this product's own Decode Label analysis — the score, the ingredient list and the label claims shown above. Always check the pack itself for allergen and dietary information.
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