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Extra Hold Hairspray
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This hair styling product is formulated with a high concentration of alcohol and an undisclosed fragrance blend, which are the primary factors influencing its safety assessment. The presence of Alcohol Denat. high in the ingredient list means it can be drying and potentially irritating for individuals with sensitive scalps or dry hair. The 'Fragrance' ingredient, along with several declared fragrance allergens (Amyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Alcohol, Citronellol, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool), poses a significant risk for those with fragrance allergies or contact dermatitis. Hydrofluorocarbon 152a is used as a propellant, which is a common practice in aerosol products. The product is generally suitable for those without fragrance sensitivities or dry/sensitive scalp conditions, but caution is advised for affected individuals.
At a glance
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What’s favorable
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High alcohol content and undisclosed fragrance blend with multiple allergens
This hair styling product contains a high concentration of alcohol, which can be drying and irritating for sensitive scalps. It also includes an undisclosed fragrance blend, alongside several individually declared fragrance allergens, increasing the risk of allergic reactions for individuals with fragrance sensitivities or contact dermatitis. Hydrofluorocarbon 152a is present as a propellant.
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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
Lists alcohol denat. among its first ingredients in a product that stays on the skin. A high-alcohol base dries and irritates many skin types, especially after shaving or on sensitive skin
Rule PC-CAP-26
High load of declared fragrance allergens (EU-listed)
Rule PC-CAP-03
Watch out for
High alcohol content may lead to dryness and irritation for some users.
Presence of an undisclosed fragrance blend and multiple declared fragrance allergens increases the risk of sensitization and allergic reactions.
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 Allergens (EU-listed)
These are individual fragrance components that are known contact allergens. EU rules require them to be named on the label when present above 0.001% (leave-on) or 0.01% (rinse-off), because "parfum" alone would hide them. Limonene and linalool are especially common and become more allergenic as they oxidise on exposure to air. This is a risk for people who are sensitised, not a general-population hazard.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EU Regulation 2023/1545 (extended fragrance-allergen labelling); SCCS opinions on fragrance allergens
Fragrance Allergens (EU-listed): 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 →Benzyl Alcohol
Benzyl alcohol is both a preservative (permitted up to 1% in the EU) and one of the fragrance substances the EU requires to be named on a label because it can cause contact allergy in sensitised people. It is information for someone who knows they react to it, not a general hazard.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex III and Annex V
Benzyl Alcohol: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Contains Alcohol Denat. high in the ingredient list, which can be drying and irritating, especially for sensitive skin or scalp.
Contains 'Fragrance' (undisclosed blend), a common source of allergens and sensitizers, which can trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.
Contains multiple declared fragrance allergens (Amyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Alcohol, Citronellol, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool), increasing the risk of allergic reactions for those with fragrance sensitivities.
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 refers to professional usage, which cannot be confirmed or denied from the ingredient list or other label information provided.
The product is identified as a hairspray, which is a descriptive term for its function.
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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Alcohol Denat.ALCOHOL DENAT.
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Hydrofluorocarbon 152aHYDROFLUOROCARBON 152A
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WaterWATER (AQUA)
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VA/Crotonates/Vinyl Neodecanoate CopolymerVA/CROTONATES/VINYL NEODECANOATE COPOLYMER
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Octylacrylamide/Acrylates/Butylaminoethyl Methacrylate CopolymerOCTYLACRYLAMIDE/ACRYLATES/BUTYLAMINOETHYL METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER
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Aminomethyl PropanolAMINOMETHYL PROPANOL
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Dimethyl StearamineDIMETHYL STEARAMINE
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Fragrance undisclosed fragranceFRAGRANCE (PARFUM)
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Amyl CinnamalAMYL CINNAMAL
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Benzyl AlcoholBENZYL ALCOHOL
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CitronellolCITRONELLOL
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GeraniolGERANIOL
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Hexyl CinnamalHEXYL CINNAMAL
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HydroxycitronellalHYDROXYCITRONELLAL
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LimoneneLIMONENE
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LinaloolLINALOOL
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
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What are the ingredients in Extra Hold Hairspray?
The label of Extra Hold Hairspray lists 16 ingredients, in label order: Alcohol Denat., Hydrofluorocarbon 152a, Water, VA/Crotonates/Vinyl Neodecanoate Copolymer, Octylacrylamide/Acrylates/Butylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Aminomethyl Propanol, Dimethyl Stearamine, Fragrance, AMYL CINNAMAL, Benzyl Alcohol, Citronellol, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool. Flagged by the analysis: Fragrance, Alcohol Denat., Benzyl Alcohol.
Is Extra Hold Hairspray safe to use?
Extra Hold Hairspray scores 6.5/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This hair styling product contains a high concentration of alcohol, which can be drying and irritating for sensitive scalps. It also includes an undisclosed fragrance blend, alongside several individually declared fragrance allergens, increasing the risk of allergic reactions for individuals with fragrance sensitivities or contact dermatitis. Hydrofluorocarbon 152a is present as a propellant.
Why does Extra Hold Hairspray score 6.5/10?
Flagged in the score: Presence of an undisclosed fragrance blend and multiple declared fragrance allergens increases the risk of sensitization and allergic reactions. Also noted: High alcohol content may lead to dryness and irritation for some users.
Who should avoid Extra Hold Hairspray?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Sensitive scalp or dry hair; Fragrance allergy or contact dermatitis; Avoiding undisclosed fragrance blends.
Does Extra Hold Hairspray contain allergens?
Yes — the label lists 7 fragrance allergens: AMYL CINNAMAL, Citronellol, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene and Linalool. These matter mainly if you have sensitive skin or a known fragrance allergy.
Does Extra Hold Hairspray 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; the label does separately list 7 fragrance allergens (AMYL CINNAMAL, Citronellol, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal and Hydroxycitronellal and others). This matters mainly if you have sensitive skin or a known fragrance allergy.
Are the claims on the Extra Hold Hairspray pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 2 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "USED BY PROFESSIONALS" — 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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