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Dabur Vatika Bio Infused Damage Therapy Shampoo 100% Damage Repair
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Reviewed 8 times · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This shampoo provides effective cleansing with a blend of mild and stronger surfactants, but its formulation includes several ingredients that warrant caution for specific user groups. The presence of Sodium Laureth Sulfate, while common, can be irritating for those with sensitive skin, and its manufacturing process may introduce trace 1,4-dioxane. The product also contains an undisclosed 'Fragrance' blend, alongside several individually declared fragrance allergens (Amyl Cinnamal, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Limonene, Linalool), which are a primary concern for individuals with fragrance sensitivities or contact allergies. While the product includes some beneficial ingredients like Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil and Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, these are listed lower down, suggesting they are not the primary drivers of the formulation. The overall profile suggests it is suitable for most users without known sensitivities, but those with sensitive skin or fragrance allergies should exercise caution.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Glycerin
- Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
- Bacillus/Rice (Black rice) ferment filtrate
- Lactic Acid
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Shampoo with cleansing surfactants and multiple fragrance allergens
This shampoo effectively cleanses hair using a mix of surfactants, including Sodium Laureth Sulfate which can be irritating for sensitive skin. It contains an undisclosed 'Fragrance' and several specific fragrance allergens, which are a concern for people with fragrance sensitivities. While it includes some beneficial oils and proteins, these are present in smaller amounts.
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 19140 — 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
"Natural" claim not supported by the listed ingredients
Rule PC-CAP-04
High load of declared fragrance allergens (EU-listed)
Rule PC-CAP-03
What's good
Contains Glycerin, a humectant for hydration
Includes Cocamidopropyl Betaine, a milder surfactant that can reduce irritation
Contains Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil and Hydrolyzed Rice Protein for conditioning and strengthening hair
Includes Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride for detangling and conditioning
Watch out for
Presence of Sodium Laureth Sulfate and TEA Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, which can be irritating to sensitive skin and scalp
Undisclosed 'Fragrance' blend and multiple declared fragrance allergens increase the risk of allergic reactions
Synthetic colourants CI 19140 and CI 16255 may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals
Dimethiconol (silicone) may lead to product build-up on hair over time
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 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 →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 an undisclosed 'Fragrance' blend, which can contain numerous chemicals that are common allergens and sensitizers, making it difficult for individuals with sensitivities to identify potential triggers.
Contains Sodium Laureth Sulfate, a primary surfactant that can be irritating to sensitive skin and scalp. Its manufacturing process may result in 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).
Contains multiple declared fragrance allergens (Amyl Cinnamal, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Limonene, Linalool), which are known to cause contact dermatitis and allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Contains synthetic azo dyes CI 19140 (Tartrazine) and CI 16255 (Ponceau 4R), which can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Combined Effects interactions
The combination of two strong anionic surfactants may increase the overall irritation potential for sensitive skin and scalp compared to using a milder surfactant system.
The presence of an undisclosed 'Fragrance' blend alongside multiple individually declared fragrance allergens significantly increases the potential for allergic reactions and sensitization, especially for individuals 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 of being co-created with a dermatologist cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or other label information.
The claim of 'Damage Repair' is a functional benefit that cannot be verified from the ingredient list alone.
Acacia senegal Gum Extract (Plant Collagen) is listed, but the label does not state the 2% concentration, so the strength cannot be confirmed.
The claim of 'Up to 100% Damage Repair' is a performance claim that cannot be verified from the ingredient list.
The claim of 'Repairs Frizz & Split Ends' is a functional benefit that cannot be verified from the ingredient list alone.
Argania spinosa (Moroccan Argan) Kernel oil and Bacillus/Rice (Black rice) ferment filtrate are listed in the ingredients.
Sodium Chloride (salt) is not 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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WaterAqua
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Sodium Laureth Sulfate
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Dimethiconol
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TEA Dodecylbenzenesulfonate
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Laureth-23
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Glycerin
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Cocamidopropyl Betaine
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Cocamide MEA
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Fragrance undisclosed fragrancePerfume
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Phenoxyethanol
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Triethylene Glycol
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Acrylates Copolymer
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Argania Spinosa Kernel OilArgania spinosa (Moroccan Argan) Kernel oil
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Bacillus/Rice (Black rice) ferment filtrate
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Benzyl Alcohol
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Lactic Acid
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Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
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Acacia Senegal Gum ExtractAcacia senegal Gum Extract (Plant Collagen)
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Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
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Benzophenone-4Benzophenone 4
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Sodium Hydroxide
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Citric Acid
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Disodium EDTA
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Caramel
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CI 19140 synthetic colour
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CI 16255 synthetic colour
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Amyl Cinnamal
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Cinnamyl Alcohol
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Limonene
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Linalool
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 Dabur Vatika Bio Infused Damage Therapy Shampoo 100% Damage Repair?
The label of Dabur Vatika Bio Infused Damage Therapy Shampoo 100% Damage Repair lists 30 ingredients, in label order: Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Dimethiconol, TEA Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Laureth-23, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cocamide MEA, Fragrance, Phenoxyethanol, Triethylene Glycol, Acrylates Copolymer, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Bacillus/Rice (Black rice) ferment filtrate, Benzyl Alcohol, Lactic Acid, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Acacia Senegal Gum Extract, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Benzophenone-4, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Caramel, CI 19140, CI 16255, AMYL CINNAMAL, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Limonene, Linalool. Flagged by the analysis: Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Fragrance, TEA Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, CI 19140, CI 16255 and 1 more.
Is Dabur Vatika Bio Infused Damage Therapy Shampoo 100% Damage Repair safe to use?
Dabur Vatika Bio Infused Damage Therapy Shampoo 100% Damage Repair scores 5.0/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This shampoo effectively cleanses hair using a mix of surfactants, including Sodium Laureth Sulfate which can be irritating for sensitive skin. It contains an undisclosed 'Fragrance' and several specific fragrance allergens, which are a concern for people with fragrance sensitivities. While it includes some beneficial oils and proteins, these are present in smaller amounts.
Why does Dabur Vatika Bio Infused Damage Therapy Shampoo 100% Damage Repair score 5.0/10?
Flagged in the score: Presence of Sodium Laureth Sulfate and TEA Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, which can be irritating to sensitive skin and scalp. Undisclosed 'Fragrance' blend and multiple declared fragrance allergens increase the risk of allergic reactions. Synthetic colourants CI 19140 and CI 16255 may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Who should avoid Dabur Vatika Bio Infused Damage Therapy Shampoo 100% Damage Repair?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Sensitive skin or scalp; Fragrance allergy or contact dermatitis; Avoiding ethoxylated ingredients; Avoiding undisclosed fragrance blends.
Does Dabur Vatika Bio Infused Damage Therapy Shampoo 100% Damage Repair contain allergens?
Yes — the label lists 4 fragrance allergens: AMYL CINNAMAL, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Limonene and Linalool. These matter mainly if you have sensitive skin or a known fragrance allergy.
Does Dabur Vatika Bio Infused Damage Therapy Shampoo 100% Damage Repair 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 4 fragrance allergens (AMYL CINNAMAL, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Limonene and Linalool). This matters mainly if you have sensitive skin or a known fragrance allergy.
Are the claims on the Dabur Vatika Bio Infused Damage Therapy Shampoo 100% Damage Repair pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 7 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "Co Created with Dermatologist" — can't be verified from the label. "Damage Repair Shampoo" — can't be verified from the label. "2% Plant Collagen Complex" — 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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