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Thyme & Tea Tree Anti Dandruff Shampoo
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This shampoo contains effective anti-dandruff and cleansing agents, but the presence of strong irritant surfactants like Sodium Lauryl Sulfate and Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate, especially high in the ingredient list, means it may not be suitable for individuals with sensitive scalps or skin conditions. The undisclosed 'Fragrance' also presents a potential allergen risk for those with fragrance sensitivities. While it offers anti-dandruff benefits from Zinc Pyrithione, users should be aware of the potential for irritation.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Thyme Extract
- Lemon Extract
- Zinc Pyrithione
- Coco Amido Propyl Betaine
- Glycerin
Contains strong irritant surfactants and undisclosed fragrance
This shampoo features effective anti-dandruff ingredients but includes Sodium Lauryl Sulfate and Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate, which are known to be strong skin irritants, especially for sensitive individuals. The product also lists 'Fragrance' without specifying its components, which is a common source of allergens for people with sensitivities. Users with sensitive skin or fragrance allergies should exercise caution.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is declared.
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Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for haircare. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Why the score is capped
Primary surfactant with recognised irritation potential (EU SCCS)
Rule PC-CAP-05
Undisclosed fragrance (allergens not named)
Rule PC-CAP-06
What's good
Contains Zinc Pyrithione, an effective anti-dandruff active.
Includes beneficial botanical extracts like Tea Tree, Thyme, Rosemary, and Lemon.
Glycerin provides hydration to the scalp and hair.
Watch out for
High concentration of strong irritant surfactants (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate).
Undisclosed 'Fragrance' can be a source of allergens.
Presence of Coco Diethanolamide, which may contain residual DEA.
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.
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
SLS is an aggressive surfactant that strips skin of its natural oils, disrupts the skin barrier, and can cause contact dermatitis, canker sores, and eye irritation. People with eczema, psoriasis, or sensitive skin should avoid SLS-containing products. It is particularly harsh in oral care products where it contacts mucous membranes.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: SCCS; American Academy of Dermatology; Herlofson & Barkvoll 1996
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate: regulation, sources and other products →Sodium Laureth Sulfate
SLES is a cleansing agent that is milder than SLS but can still irritate very sensitive or compromised skin. Separately, because it is made by ethoxylation, it may carry a residue of 1,4-dioxane, which IARC classifies as possibly carcinogenic to humans (Group 2B). The ingredient list cannot show whether any is present or how much. The EU SCCS considers 1,4-dioxane at or below 10 ppm in a finished cosmetic to be safe, and manufacturers reduce it by vacuum stripping.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: FDA; EU SCCS
Sodium Laureth Sulfate: regulation, sources and other products →Phenoxyethanol
Phenoxyethanol is the most widely used paraben-free preservative. The EU limits it to 1% in cosmetics (SCCS has confirmed this is safe for adults), and the French regulator ANSM advised in 2012 against leave-on products containing it for the nappy area of children under three and recommended a lower concentration for them. It can irritate sensitive skin.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex V (max 1.0%); SCCS opinion SCCS/1575/16; ANSM recommendation (2012)
Phenoxyethanol: regulation, sources and other products →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 →Decode Label Analysis
Contains Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), a strong skin and mucous membrane irritant, listed high in the ingredient order.
Contains Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate (SLES), a surfactant that can irritate sensitive skin and may contain trace amounts of 1,4-dioxane (a manufacturing by-product that IARC classifies as possibly carcinogenic, Group 2B) (IARC Group 2B), as a manufacturing impurity.
Contains 'Fragrance' without specific disclosure of individual fragrance allergens, which is a common cause of allergic reactions for sensitive individuals.
Contains Coco Diethanolamide, which can be a skin irritant and may contain residual diethanolamine (DEA), a precursor to nitrosamines (IARC Group 2B).
Contains Phenoxyethanol, a preservative for which French regulators advise caution in products for children under 3 years old.
Combined Effects interactions
Coco Amido Propyl Betaine is often used to mitigate the harshness and irritation potential of stronger anionic surfactants like SLES and SLS, but it may not fully counteract their effects, especially for very sensitive skin.
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 label does not provide information or studies to substantiate the claims of refreshing scalp and reducing flaking.
The label does not provide information to substantiate that the product is suitable for all hair types.
Thyme extract and Tea tree extract are listed in the ingredients.
Zinc pyrithione, an anti-dandruff agent, is listed in the ingredients.
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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Tea Tree ExtractTea tree extract
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Thyme ExtractThyme extract
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Rosemary OilRosemary oil
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Lemon ExtractLemon extract
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Zinc PyrithioneZinc pyrithione
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Sodium Lauryl Ether SulfateSodium lauryl ether sulphate
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Sodium Lauryl SulfateSodium lauryl sulphate
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Coco Amido Propyl BetaineCoco amido propyl betain
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Coco DiethanolamideCoco diethanolamide
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Ethylene Glycol Stearateethylene glycol stearate
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Glycerin
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Phenoxyethanol
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Fragrance undisclosed fragranceParfum
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Purified WaterPurified water
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 Thyme & Tea Tree Anti Dandruff Shampoo?
The label of Thyme & Tea Tree Anti Dandruff Shampoo lists 14 ingredients, in label order: Tea Tree Extract, Thyme Extract, Rosemary Oil, Lemon Extract, Zinc Pyrithione, Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Coco Amido Propyl Betaine, Coco Diethanolamide, Ethylene Glycol Stearate, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance, Purified Water. Flagged by the analysis: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate, Fragrance, Phenoxyethanol, Coco Diethanolamide.
Is Thyme & Tea Tree Anti Dandruff Shampoo safe to use?
Thyme & Tea Tree Anti Dandruff Shampoo scores 5.0/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This shampoo features effective anti-dandruff ingredients but includes Sodium Lauryl Sulfate and Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate, which are known to be strong skin irritants, especially for sensitive individuals. The product also lists 'Fragrance' without specifying its components, which is a common source of allergens for people with sensitivities. Users with sensitive skin or fragrance allergies should exercise caution.
Why does Thyme & Tea Tree Anti Dandruff Shampoo score 5.0/10?
Flagged in the score: High concentration of strong irritant surfactants (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate). Undisclosed 'Fragrance' can be a source of allergens. Presence of Coco Diethanolamide, which may contain residual DEA.
Who should avoid Thyme & Tea Tree Anti Dandruff Shampoo?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Sensitive skin or scalp; Fragrance allergy or contact dermatitis; Avoiding strong irritant sulfates.
Does Thyme & Tea Tree Anti Dandruff Shampoo contain allergens?
Yes — the label lists 2 fragrant botanicals (Tea Tree Extract and Rosemary Oil) that can naturally contain fragrance allergens. These matter mainly if you have sensitive skin or a known fragrance allergy.
Does Thyme & Tea Tree Anti Dandruff Shampoo 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 Thyme & Tea Tree Anti Dandruff Shampoo pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 4 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "REFRESHES SCALP AND REDUCES FLAKING" — can't be verified from the label. "For All Hair Types" — 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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