herbatint Hair Color
herbatint Herbatint Hair Color lists 31 ingredients on its label, 24 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.
- Laureth-4
- Propylene Glycol
- Aqua
- PEG-2 Oleamine
- Ethanolamine
- P-Phenylenediamine
- Oleic Acid
- 4-Chlororesorcinol
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
- Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
- Betula Alba Leaf Extract
- Echinacea Angustifolia Root Extract
- Juglans Regia Shell Extract
- Rheum Palmatum Root Extract
- Cinchona Calisaya Bark Extract
- PEG-75 Meadowfoam Oil
- Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
- Tetrasodium EDTA
- 2,4-Diaminophenoxyethanol Hcl
- Cetrimonium Chloride
- Simethicone
- Sodium Metabisulfite
- Glycerin
- Aqua
- Hydrogen Peroxide
- Etidronic Acid
- Trideceth-9
- Cetrimonium Chloride
- Simethicone
- Propylene Glycol
- PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Highlights
Contains essential oilsContains EU-26 allergensContains siliconesContains mineral oilContains PEG
Formulation view An emulsified base using oleylamine and PEG, paired with a hydrogen peroxide oxidizing system. Added aloe, witch hazel, and botanicals to modulate the scalp. Contains strong alkaline components like ethanolamine, suited for color-and-care routines. Formulator note: monitor sensitivity from alkaline pH and polyphenols.
Key ingredients
- HUMECTANT
- Propylene Glycol
- SOLVENT
- Aqua
- BUFFERING · 限制 III
- Ethanolamine
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Oleic AcidAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
- ASTRINGENT
- Betula Alba Leaf Extract
- HAIR CONDITIONING
- Echinacea Angustifolia Root Extract
Other ingredients
Laureth-4PEG-2 OleamineP-Phenylenediamine4-ChlororesorcinolJuglans Regia Shell ExtractRheum Palmatum Root ExtractCinchona Calisaya Bark ExtractPEG-75 Meadowfoam OilLimnanthes Alba Seed OilTetrasodium EDTA2,4-Diaminophenoxyethanol HclCetrimonium ChlorideSimethiconeSodium MetabisulfiteGlycerinAquaHydrogen PeroxideEtidronic AcidTrideceth-9Cetrimonium ChlorideSimethiconePropylene GlycolPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laureth-4 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Propylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| PEG-2 Oleamine | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Ethanolamine | BUFFERING · 限制 III/61 | 3 · 0 | Green |
| P-Phenylenediamine | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Oleic Acid | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| 4-Chlororesorcinol | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Betula Alba Leaf Extract | ASTRINGENT, CLEANSING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING, TONIC | 0 · – | Green |
| Echinacea Angustifolia Root Extract | HAIR CONDITIONING, NAIL CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Juglans Regia Shell Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Rheum Palmatum Root Extract | ASTRINGENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, TONIC | — | Green |
| Cinchona Calisaya Bark Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| PEG-75 Meadowfoam Oil | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Tetrasodium EDTA | CHELATING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| 2,4-Diaminophenoxyethanol Hcl | HAIR DYEING · 限制 III/242 | 4 · – | Yellow |
| Cetrimonium Chloride | ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTISTATIC, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/44 | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Simethicone | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Metabisulfite | ANTIOXIDANT, PRESERVATIVE, REDUCING · 限制 III/99 V/9 | 3 · 0 | Yellow |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydrogen Peroxide | ANTIMICROBIAL, ORAL CARE, OXIDISING · 限制 III/12 | 5 · – | Yellow |
| Etidronic Acid | CHELATING · 限制 III/53 | 0 · 0 | Yellow |
| Trideceth-9 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Cetrimonium Chloride | ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTISTATIC, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/44 | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Simethicone | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Propylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 1 · 0 | Green |
| PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 1 · 2 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Laureth-4
- Not decoded yet
- Propylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant at 3-10%; hygroscopic, slight tackiness, mild irritation at high conc., verify preservative efficacy, no allergen.
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
- PEG-2 Oleamine
- Not decoded yet
- Ethanolamine
- pH adjuster; restricted in cosmetics, potential sensitizer and irritant.
- P-Phenylenediamine
- Not decoded yet
- Oleic Acid
- Oleic acid for emolliency/emulsification; high levels may increase skin penetration
- 4-Chlororesorcinol
- Not decoded yet
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
- Aloe vera leaf extract for soothing and humectant; monitor polysaccharide level and endotoxins
- Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
- Witch hazel leaf extract for astringency and skin care; common in soothing formulas
- Betula Alba Leaf Extract
- Botanical leaf extract for mild conditioning and fragrance; extremely low concentration, negligible irritation risk.
- Echinacea Angustifolia Root Extract
- Echinacea root extract for skin/hair/nail care; watch for Asteraceae pollen allergies
- Juglans Regia Shell Extract
- Walnut shell extract, polyphenol-rich skin conditioning agent; used as a minor auxiliary additive
- Rheum Palmatum Root Extract
- Rheum palmatum root extract; astringent and skin conditioning; cautious for sensitive or photoreactive skin
- Cinchona Calisaya Bark Extract
- Not decoded yet
- PEG-75 Meadowfoam Oil
- Not decoded yet
- Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
- Lightweight natural oil with mineral oil-like feel; oxidizes easily, add antioxidants and control dose.
- Tetrasodium EDTA
- Chelator removing metal ions to enhance antioxidant and preservative efficacy; very low usage, typically 0.05-0.1%, no direct skincare function.
- 2,4-Diaminophenoxyethanol Hcl
- 2,4-diaminophenoxyethanol HCl, azo dye intermediate for hair dyeing; restricted in EU, high allergy risk.
- Cetrimonium Chloride
- Cationic surfactant/preservative for conditioning; irritating at high levels, restricted use
- Simethicone
- Silicone antifoam and conditioner; non-allergenic, smooth feel
- Sodium Metabisulfite
- Antioxidant/preservative at 0.05–0.2%; irritating for sensitive skin, avoid with oxidizers
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
- Hydrogen Peroxide
- Strong oxidant for oral care or bleaching; strictly prohibited in occlusive skin applications due to burn risk
- Etidronic Acid
- Etidronic acid chelator, restriction III/53 (<0.01%); binds metal ions to prevent oxidative discoloration.
- Trideceth-9
- Not decoded yet
- Cetrimonium Chloride
- Cationic surfactant/preservative for conditioning; irritating at high levels, restricted use
- Simethicone
- Silicone antifoam and conditioner; non-allergenic, smooth feel
- Propylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant at 3-10%; hygroscopic, slight tackiness, mild irritation at high conc., verify preservative efficacy, no allergen.
- PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
- Solubilizer and emulsifier for oil-soluble ingredients; high concentrations may cause contact dermatitis in sensitive skin.
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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