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Oil Blends Coconut Oil & Aloe Vera Bouncy Volume Shampoo
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Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This shampoo provides effective cleansing with a blend of surfactants, but its formulation includes undisclosed fragrance and a primary surfactant (Sodium Laureth Sulfate) that can be irritating for sensitive skin. While it contains some beneficial oils and extracts, these are present in trace amounts and do not significantly alter the product's core characteristics. Individuals with sensitive skin or fragrance allergies should exercise caution due to the presence of undisclosed fragrance and Cocamidopropyl Betaine, a known contact allergen.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Glycerin
- Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Shampoo with common irritants and undisclosed fragrance
This shampoo contains Sodium Laureth Sulfate, a common surfactant that can irritate sensitive skin, and an undisclosed 'Fragrance' blend, which is a frequent source of allergens. Cocamidopropyl Betaine, another surfactant, is also a recognized contact allergen. While it includes some natural oils and extracts, these are present in very small amounts and do not contribute significantly to the product's overall benefits or risks.
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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.
Triggered by CI 42090 — a synthetic colour on our aromatic-amine watch list (impurity risk). A colour-quality caution, not a finding that this product contains a carcinogen.
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 Glycerin for hydration
Includes a conditioning agent (Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride)
Watch out for
Undisclosed 'Fragrance' blend, a common allergen source
Sodium Laureth Sulfate, a potential skin irritant and ethoxylated ingredient
Cocamidopropyl Betaine, a recognized contact allergen
TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, a potential skin irritant
Dimethiconol, a silicone that can cause build-up over time
Sodium Benzoate, a preservative with potential for benzene formation (though low risk in rinse-off products)
Phenoxyethanol, a preservative with cautions for young children
CI 42090 — permitted cosmetic colourant - the EU limits where on the body each may be used.
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.
Sodium Benzoate (E211)
Benzoates are permitted preservatives with an established acceptable daily intake. Two documented concerns: in acidic drinks that also contain ascorbic acid (vitamin C) they can slowly form small amounts of benzene, especially with heat and light (US FDA beverage survey, 2006); and sodium benzoate was one of the additives in the Southampton study mixtures associated with hyperactivity in children. It can also trigger reactions in some people with asthma or urticaria.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EFSA re-evaluation of benzoic acid and benzoates (2016); US FDA benzene-in-beverages survey (2006); McCann et al., Lancet 2007
Sodium Benzoate: 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 →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 →Synthetic Cosmetic Colourants (CI)
These Colour Index (CI) numbers are colourants on the EU list of permitted cosmetic colours, each with conditions on where it may be used (for example, some are allowed only in products that do not stay in contact with mucous membranes). A listed colour in a product used as directed is not a finding of harm; the colour serves only to colour the product, and this is information for anyone who prefers to avoid synthetic dyes.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex IV (permitted colourants); SCCS opinions on colourants
Synthetic Cosmetic Colourants (CI): regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Contains 'Fragrance', an undisclosed blend that is a common source of allergens. Individuals with fragrance sensitivities or allergies should be cautious.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate, a primary surfactant, can be irritating to sensitive skin. It may also contain trace amounts of 1,4-dioxane, an IARC Group 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans) impurity, though levels are typically regulated to be safe (EU SCCS considers ≤10 ppm safe).
Cocamidopropyl Betaine, while a mild surfactant, is a recognized contact allergen, primarily due to manufacturing impurities.
Phenoxyethanol is a common preservative; French regulators advise caution for use in products for children under 3 years.
Combined Effects interactions
Sodium Benzoate can form benzene in the presence of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) and heat. While Citric Acid is not Vitamin C, the combination of benzoate preservatives with acidic ingredients can sometimes be a concern, though less so in rinse-off products.
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 claim 'new' is a temporal marketing statement that cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or other label information.
The claim 'Bouncy Volume' describes a product benefit that cannot be verified from the ingredient list alone.
The ingredient list includes 'ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE' and 'COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) OIL', confirming the presence of both coconut oil and aloe vera.
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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WaterWATER
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Sodium Laureth SulfateSODIUM LAURETH SULFATE
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Cocamidopropyl BetaineCOCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE
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DimethiconolDIMETHICONOL
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TEA-DodecylbenzenesulfonateTEA-DODECYLBENZENESULFONATE
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Sodium ChlorideSODIUM CHLORIDE
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GlycerinGLYCERIN
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Citric AcidCITRIC ACID
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Fragrance undisclosed fragranceFRAGRANCE
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Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium ChlorideGUAR HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE
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Sodium BenzoateSODIUM BENZOATE
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Disodium EDTADISODIUM EDTA
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PhenoxyethanolPHENOXYETHANOL
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Lysine HClLYSINE HCL
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice trace amountALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE
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Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) WaterCOCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) WATER
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Potassium SorbatePOTASSIUM SORBATE
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Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil trace amountPRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS (SWEET ALMOND) OIL
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Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil trace amountCOCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) OIL
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CI 42090 synthetic colour
Trace amounts: some named ingredients appear in token quantities or low in the list. At these concentrations a meaningful benefit is unlikely, and their front-of-pack prominence may not reflect their level in the formulation.
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✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
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What are the ingredients in Oil Blends Coconut Oil & Aloe Vera Bouncy Volume Shampoo?
The label of Oil Blends Coconut Oil & Aloe Vera Bouncy Volume Shampoo lists 20 ingredients, in label order: Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Dimethiconol, TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Sodium Chloride, Glycerin, Citric Acid, Fragrance, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Lysine HCl, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Water, Potassium Sorbate, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, CI 42090. Flagged by the analysis: Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Fragrance, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Phenoxyethanol, CI 42090 and 2 more.
Is Oil Blends Coconut Oil & Aloe Vera Bouncy Volume Shampoo safe to use?
Oil Blends Coconut Oil & Aloe Vera Bouncy Volume Shampoo scores 5.0/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This shampoo contains Sodium Laureth Sulfate, a common surfactant that can irritate sensitive skin, and an undisclosed 'Fragrance' blend, which is a frequent source of allergens. Cocamidopropyl Betaine, another surfactant, is also a recognized contact allergen. While it includes some natural oils and extracts, these are present in very small amounts and do not contribute significantly to the product's overall benefits or risks.
Why does Oil Blends Coconut Oil & Aloe Vera Bouncy Volume Shampoo score 5.0/10?
Flagged in the score: Undisclosed 'Fragrance' blend, a common allergen source. Sodium Laureth Sulfate, a potential skin irritant and ethoxylated ingredient. Cocamidopropyl Betaine, a recognized contact allergen.
Who should avoid Oil Blends Coconut Oil & Aloe Vera Bouncy Volume Shampoo?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Sensitive skin; Fragrance allergy; Contact dermatitis; Avoiding ethoxylated ingredients; Allergy to Cocamidopropyl Betaine.
Does Oil Blends Coconut Oil & Aloe Vera Bouncy Volume 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 Oil Blends Coconut Oil & Aloe Vera Bouncy Volume Shampoo pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 3 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "new" — can't be verified from the label. "Bouncy Volume" — 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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