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Dabur Vatika Bio Infused Moisture Boost Shampoo

haircare
5.0 Moderate

Decode Label Safety Score

Ingredient safety · 55% 4.8/10
Processing · 15% 3.5/10
Marketing · 30% 7.2/10
How we got 5.0 Show
Weighted score 5.3/10
Capped — Primary surfactant with recognised irritation potential (EU SCCS) ≤ 5.0
Also flagged
"Natural" claim not supported by the listed ingredients High load of declared fragrance allergens (EU-listed)
Final score 5.0/10 · Moderate

Reviewed 8 times · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed

This shampoo offers a blend of cleansing and conditioning agents, but its formulation includes Sodium Laureth Sulfate, a primary surfactant known for its potential to irritate sensitive skin and scalp. The presence of an undisclosed 'Fragrance' blend, along with several individually declared fragrance allergens (Amyl Cinnamal, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Limonene, Linalool), indicates a high potential for sensitisation for individuals with fragrance allergies or very sensitive skin. While it contains beneficial hydrating ingredients like Hyaluronic Acid and Aloe Vera, the overall formulation is held back by these irritant and allergen concerns, making it less suitable for those prone to skin reactions.

At a glance

From the declared label — not a lab test

Findings to weigh

Score limiter Primary surfactant with recognised irritation potential (EU SCCS) See which concerns held the score down. → Ingredient · worth noting Sodium Laureth Sulfate Surfactant — can irritate sensitive skin; may carry a 1,4-dioxane impurity → Ingredient · worth noting Fragrance Undisclosed fragrance mix — common allergen; 3,000+ possible chemicals →

What’s favorable

  • Cocamidopropyl Betaine
  • Aloe Barbadensis Juice
  • Glycerin
  • Olea Europaea Oil
  • Sodium Hyaluronate
  • +2 more →

Contains irritant surfactant and multiple declared fragrance allergens

This shampoo uses Sodium Laureth Sulfate, a common cleansing agent that can be irritating for sensitive skin. It also contains an undisclosed 'Fragrance' blend, alongside several specific fragrance allergens like Limonene and Linalool, which are known to cause allergic reactions in susceptible individuals. While it includes some hydrating ingredients, these potential irritants and allergens are significant concerns for those with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivities.

Okay for: Individuals without known skin sensitivities or fragrance allergies
Concern breakdown What drives the score, concern by concern · score out of 10, higher = fewer concerns
Key risks: Primary surfactant with recognised irritation potential (EU SCCS) Sodium Laureth Sulfate Fragrance

Concern breakdown

Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concerns

How 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.

Carcinogen & Contaminant Risk Significant concern · 2.5/10

Triggered by CI 19140, 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.

Fragrance & Allergen Load Significant concern · 3.0/10
Harsh Surfactants & Irritants Moderate concern · 4.0/10
Preservative Safety Minor concern · 7.0/10
Irritant & Sensitising Actives No concern identified · 8.0/10
Endocrine-Active Ingredients No concern identified · 8.0/10
Label Transparency No concern identified · 8.0/10

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 hydrating ingredients like Aloe Barbadensis Juice, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, and Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Includes Olea Europaea Oil for conditioning benefits

Contains Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride for detangling and conditioning

Watch out for

Potential for skin/scalp irritation from Sodium Laureth Sulfate and TEA Dodecylbenzenesulfonate

High potential for allergic reactions due to undisclosed 'Fragrance' and multiple declared fragrance allergens (Amyl Cinnamal, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Limonene, Linalool)

Presence of synthetic colorants (CI 19140, CI 42090) which may cause reactions in highly sensitive individuals

Ethoxylated ingredients (Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Laureth-23) may contain trace 1,4-dioxane impurity

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

Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) is a primary surfactant that can be irritating to sensitive skin and scalp. It may also contain trace amounts of 1,4-dioxane, an IARC Group 2B possible carcinogen, as a manufacturing impurity. The EU SCCS considers 1,4-dioxane at or below 10 ppm in a finished cosmetic safe.

The product contains an undisclosed 'Fragrance' blend, which is a common source of contact allergens and can cause reactions in sensitive individuals. Additionally, several specific fragrance allergens (Amyl Cinnamal, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Limonene, Linalool) are individually declared, indicating a high potential for sensitisation for those with fragrance allergies.

The product contains synthetic colorants CI 19140 (Yellow 5) and CI 42090 (Blue 1), which can cause allergic reactions in a small subset of sensitive individuals, though rare for topical rinse-off use.

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.

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"Co Created with Dermatologist" Can't verify

The label does not provide information to confirm or deny that the product was co-created with a dermatologist.

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"Moisture Boost Shampoo" Can't verify

The claim of 'Moisture Boost' is a benefit claim that cannot be verified from the ingredient list alone.

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"2% Plant Hyaluron Complex" Can't verify

Sodium Hyaluronate and Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid are listed, but the label does not state the 2% concentration or confirm it is a 'Plant Hyaluron Complex', so the strength and specific complex cannot be confirmed.

Sodium Hyaluronate Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
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"72 hours Hydration Boost" Can't verify

The claim of '72 hours Hydration Boost' is a performance claim that cannot be verified from the ingredient list alone.

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"For Dehydrated Hair" Can't verify

The claim that the product is 'For Dehydrated Hair' is a benefit claim that cannot be verified from the ingredient list alone.

✓
"Spanish Olive & Aloe Vera" Checks out

Olea europaea (Olive) Oil and Aloe barbadensis (Aloevera) Juice are listed in the ingredients.

Olea europaea (Olive) Oil Aloe barbadensis (Aloevera) Juice
✓
"HA" Checks out

Sodium Hyaluronate and Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, which are forms of Hyaluronic Acid (HA), are listed in the ingredients.

Sodium Hyaluronate Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
✓
"NO Added Salt" Checks out

The ingredient list does not contain any form of added salt (sodium chloride).

Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.

  • 1.
    Water
    Aqua
  • 2.
    Sodium Laureth Sulfate
  • 3.
    Dimethiconol
    Dimethiconol (and)
  • 4.
    TEA Dodecylbenzenesulfonate
    TEA Dodecylbenzenesulfonate (and)
  • 5.
    Laureth-23
  • 6.
    Cocamidopropyl Betaine
  • 7.
    Cocamide MEA
  • 8.
    Fragrance undisclosed fragrance
    Perfume
  • 9.
    Aloe Barbadensis Juice
    Aloe barbadensis (Aloevera) Juice
  • 10.
    Glycerin
  • 11.
    Phenoxyethanol
    Phenoxyethanol (and)
  • 12.
    Triethylene Glycol
  • 13.
    Acrylates Copolymer
  • 14.
    Olea Europaea Oil
    Olea europaea (Olive) Oil
  • 15.
    Sodium Hyaluronate
    Sodium Hyaluronate (and)
  • 16.
    Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
    Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid (and)
  • 17.
    Lactic Acid
  • 18.
    Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
  • 19.
    Benzophenone-4
    Benzophenone 4
  • 20.
    Sodium Hydroxide
  • 21.
    Citric Acid
  • 22.
    Disodium EDTA
  • 23.
    CI 19140 synthetic colour
  • 24.
    CI 42090 synthetic colour
  • 25.
    Amyl Cinnamal
  • 26.
    Cinnamyl Alcohol
  • 27.
    Limonene
  • 28.
    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.

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What are the ingredients in Dabur Vatika Bio Infused Moisture Boost Shampoo?

The label of Dabur Vatika Bio Infused Moisture Boost Shampoo lists 28 ingredients, in label order: Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Dimethiconol, TEA Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Laureth-23, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cocamide MEA, Fragrance, Aloe Barbadensis Juice, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Triethylene Glycol, Acrylates Copolymer, Olea Europaea Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Lactic Acid, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Benzophenone-4, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, CI 19140, CI 42090, AMYL CINNAMAL, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Limonene, Linalool. Flagged by the analysis: Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Fragrance, TEA Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, CI 19140, CI 42090 and 1 more.

Is Dabur Vatika Bio Infused Moisture Boost Shampoo safe to use?

Dabur Vatika Bio Infused Moisture Boost Shampoo scores 5.0/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This shampoo uses Sodium Laureth Sulfate, a common cleansing agent that can be irritating for sensitive skin. It also contains an undisclosed 'Fragrance' blend, alongside several specific fragrance allergens like Limonene and Linalool, which are known to cause allergic reactions in susceptible individuals. While it includes some hydrating ingredients, these potential irritants and allergens are significant concerns for those with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivities.

Why does Dabur Vatika Bio Infused Moisture Boost Shampoo score 5.0/10?

Flagged in the score: Potential for skin/scalp irritation from Sodium Laureth Sulfate and TEA Dodecylbenzenesulfonate. High potential for allergic reactions due to undisclosed 'Fragrance' and multiple declared fragrance allergens (Amyl Cinnamal, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Limonene, Linalool). Presence of synthetic colorants (CI 19140, CI 42090) which may cause reactions in highly sensitive individuals.

Who should avoid Dabur Vatika Bio Infused Moisture Boost Shampoo?

The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Sensitive skin or scalp; Fragrance allergy or contact dermatitis; Avoiding ethoxylated ingredients due to 1,4-dioxane concern.

Does Dabur Vatika Bio Infused Moisture Boost Shampoo 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 Moisture Boost 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; 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 Moisture Boost Shampoo pack accurate?

Decode Label checked 8 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "Co Created with Dermatologist" — can't be verified from the label. "Moisture Boost Shampoo" — can't be verified from the label. "2% Plant Hyaluron 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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