curls Sea Moss Shampoo
curls Curls Sea Moss Shampoo lists 19 ingredients on its label, 17 decoded. See what each one does, its irritancy and comedogenic tendency, and its status in national inventories.
Ingredients overview
Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.
Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.
- Water
- Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Propanediol
- Polysorbate 80
- Polyquaternium-10
- Polyquaternium-7
- Chondrus Crispus Extract
- Laminaria Digitata Extract
- Ahnfeltiopsis Concinna Extract
- Algae Extract
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
- Decyl Glucoside
- Panthenol
- Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
- Fragrance
- Sodium Benzoate
- Phenoxyethanol
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Citric Acid
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains parabensContains PEGContains fragranceContains EU-26 allergens
Formulation view Gentle cleansing shampoo using cocamidopropyl betaine and decyl glucoside for mild surfactancy and rich lather. Distinctive inclusion of Crispus, Laminaria, and various algae extracts for moisturizing and conditioning. Panthenol and hydrolyzed soy protein repair cuticles. Suitable for fine or damaged hair. Formulator observation: Algal polysaccharides create a natural smoothing film on hair, balancing cleansing power with moisture retention to reduce post-wash dryness.
Key ingredients
- ANTIPLAQUE
- Water
- ANTISTATIC
- Cocamidopropyl BetainePolyquaternium-10
- SOLVENT
- Propanediol
- DENATURANT
- Polysorbate 80
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Chondrus Crispus Extract
- SKIN PROTECTING
- Laminaria Digitata Extract
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Algae Extract
Other ingredients
Polyquaternium-7Ahnfeltiopsis Concinna ExtractAloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceDecyl GlucosidePanthenolHydrolyzed Soy ProteinFragranceSodium BenzoatePhenoxyethanolSodium HydroxideCitric Acid
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water | ANTIPLAQUE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cocamidopropyl Betaine | ANTISTATIC, CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Propanediol | SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polysorbate 80 | DENATURANT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyquaternium-10 | ANTISTATIC, FILM FORMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyquaternium-7 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Chondrus Crispus Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Laminaria Digitata Extract | SKIN PROTECTING | — | Green |
| Ahnfeltiopsis Concinna Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Algae Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 0 · – | Green |
| Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Decyl Glucoside | CLEANSING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Panthenol | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydrolyzed Soy Protein | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Fragrance | 矫味剂,增香剂 | — | Yellow |
| Sodium Benzoate | ANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/1 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Sodium Hydroxide | BUFFERING, DENATURANT · 限制 III/15a | 3 · – | Green |
| Citric Acid | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 1 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Water
- Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth
- Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Cocamidopropyl betaine; zwitterionic co-surfactant reducing irritation and boosting foam, common in mild cleansers.
- Propanediol
- Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative
- Polysorbate 80
- Non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer; watch for interaction with parabens
- Polyquaternium-10
- Cationic polymer for fabric or hair smoothness; generally low irritation but may conflict with other cationic actives
- Polyquaternium-7
- Not decoded yet
- Chondrus Crispus Extract
- Carrageenan for thickening and moisturizing; seaweed-based, pH-sensitive
- Laminaria Digitata Extract
- Seaweed extract for skin protection; moderate concentration to avoid osmotic irritation.
- Ahnfeltiopsis Concinna Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Algae Extract
- Algae extract with humectant and conditioning effects; may contain natural fragrant components.
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
- Natural humectant and soother with high water activity; requires preservative system, generally well-tolerated
- Decyl Glucoside
- Mild alkyl glucoside, biodegradable; foam stabilizer, thickens with fatty alcohols, low allergenicity.
- Panthenol
- Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recovery
- Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
- Hydrolyzed soy protein for hydration and antistatic effect; soy is a common allergen requiring labeling, low comedogenicity.
- Fragrance
- Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components
- Sodium Benzoate
- Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care
- Citric Acid
- Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-21. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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