aesop Colour Protection Shampoo
aesop Aesop Colour Protection Shampoo lists 32 ingredients on its label, 31 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
- Sodium Lauroamphoacetate
- Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
- Glycerin
- Cetyl Betaine
- Propylene Glycol
- Citric Acid
- Phenoxyethanol
- Panthenol
- Lauryl Betaine
- Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
- Hydrolyzed Oats
- Sea Salt
- Citrus Tangerina Peel Oil
- Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
- Disodium Edta
- Mentha Citrata Leaf Extract
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Foeniculum Vulgare Oil
- Mentha Piperita Oil
- Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
- Salvia Officinalis Oil
- Magnesium Nitrate
- Potassium Sorbate
- Sodium Benzoate
- Benzoic Acid
- Dehydroacetic Acid
- Methylchloroisothiazolinone
- Magnesium Chloride
- Methylisothiazolinone
- D-Limonene
- Linalool
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains EU-26 allergensContains essential oilsContains fragrance
Formulation view Uses sodium lauroamphoacetate and amino acid surfactants for gentle cleansing and hydration. Enriched with hydrolyzed oats, panthenol, and essential oils (orange peel, lavender) for conditioning and soothing. Suitable for daily washing, especially for scalp health. Factory observation: While essential oils enhance sensory experience, allergen labeling compliance and concentration control are critical to prevent scalp irritation.
Key ingredients
- ANTIPLAQUE
- Water
- CLEANSING
- Sodium Lauroamphoacetate
- SURFACTANT - CLEANSING
- Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- ANTISTATIC
- Cetyl Betaine
- HUMECTANT
- Propylene Glycol
- BUFFERING
- Citric Acid
- ANTIMICROBIAL
- Phenoxyethanol
Other ingredients
PanthenolLauryl BetaineGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium ChlorideHydrolyzed OatsSea SaltCitrus Tangerina Peel OilLavandula Angustifolia OilDisodium EdtaMentha Citrata Leaf ExtractEthylhexylglycerinFoeniculum Vulgare OilMentha Piperita OilRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf OilSalvia Officinalis OilMagnesium NitratePotassium SorbateSodium BenzoateBenzoic AcidDehydroacetic AcidMethylchloroisothiazolinoneMagnesium ChlorideMethylisothiazolinoneD-LimoneneLinalool
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water | ANTIPLAQUE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Lauroamphoacetate | CLEANSING, FOAMING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate | SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cetyl Betaine | ANTISTATIC, CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Propylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Citric Acid | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Panthenol | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Lauryl Betaine | ANTISTATIC, CLEANSING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 1 · 1 | Green |
| Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride | ANTISTATIC, FILM FORMING, SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydrolyzed Oats | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Sea Salt | ABRASIVE, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Citrus Tangerina Peel Oil | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Lavandula Angustifolia Oil | FRAGRANCE, TONIC · 限制 III/360 | 0 · – | Green |
| Disodium Edta | CHELATING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Mentha Citrata Leaf Extract | ASTRINGENT, PERFUMING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Foeniculum Vulgare Oil | FRAGRANCE | 1 · 1 | Green |
| Mentha Piperita Oil | FRAGRANCE, REFRESHING, TONIC, PERFUMING · 限制 III/361 | 5 · 0 | Yellow |
| Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · – | Green |
| Salvia Officinalis Oil | FRAGRANCE, TONIC | 2 · – | Green |
| Magnesium Nitrate | HAIR CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Potassium Sorbate | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/4 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Sodium Benzoate | ANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/1 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Benzoic Acid | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE, pH ADJUSTERS · 限制 V/1 | 1 · – | Green |
| Dehydroacetic Acid | PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/13 | — | Yellow |
| Methylchloroisothiazolinone | PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/39 | 2 · – | Yellow |
| Magnesium Chloride | VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, FLAVOURING | 0 · – | Green |
| Methylisothiazolinone | PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/57 V/39 | 5 · 0 | Yellow |
| D-Limonene | 香精, 皮肤调理剂 | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Linalool | DEODORANT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/84 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
Ingredients explained
- Water
- Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth
- Sodium Lauroamphoacetate
- Amphoteric surfactant for gentle cleansing; rich foam, low irritation to eyes and skin.
- Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
- Amino acid based mild surfactant, soft lather; cleaning power increases with salt but may dry out.
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Cetyl Betaine
- Amphoteric surfactant, mild foam boosting and conditioning; improves foam stability, minimal irritation to hair and skin.
- Propylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant at 3-10%; hygroscopic, slight tackiness, mild irritation at high conc., verify preservative efficacy, no allergen.
- Citric Acid
- Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Panthenol
- Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recovery
- Lauryl Betaine
- Mild amphoteric surfactant; foaming and stabilizing. Eye irritation may exceed anionics, use low levels for sensitive skin.
- Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
- Cationic guar derivative for antistatic, film-forming, viscosity control; common in hair/skin conditioning
- Hydrolyzed Oats
- Not decoded yet
- Sea Salt
- Sea salt for exfoliation/minerals; particle size matters, high ionic strength when dissolved, check compatibility.
- Citrus Tangerina Peel Oil
- Citrus essential oil for fragrance and skin care; high phototoxicity, limit concentration or shade
- Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
- Fragrance essential oil, 0.1–1%; contains allergens, patch test required.
- Disodium Edta
- Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy
- Mentha Citrata Leaf Extract
- Lemon Mint leaf extract; contains menthol and essential oils; cooling sensation, potential irritation for sensitive skin.
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel
- Foeniculum Vulgare Oil
- Fennel essential oil used primarily for fragrance and mild antimicrobial properties.
- Mentha Piperita Oil
- Peppermint essential oil, strong cooling; highly irritating and sensitizing at high levels; dilute, avoid in sensitive skin.
- Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
- Rosemary leaf oil for fragrance and conditioning; essential oil, allergen risk, limit usage
- Salvia Officinalis Oil
- Sage oil traditionally for tonic use; as essential oil, mind concentration and labeling.
- Magnesium Nitrate
- Inorganic salt for hair conditioning; improves smoothness and shine, high concentrations may stiffen hair, balance cationics.
- Potassium Sorbate
- Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate
- Sodium Benzoate
- Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates
- Benzoic Acid
- Preservative and pH adjuster at 0.1–0.5%; low water solubility, best in acidic media, irritant at high levels.
- Dehydroacetic Acid
- Broad-spectrum preservative for acidic and oil-based systems; has concentration limits, requires challenge testing.
- Methylchloroisothiazolinone
- Preservative (MCI); highly sensitizing, use only in rinse-off, avoid leave-on products.
- Magnesium Chloride
- Inorganic salt for thickening and pH adjustment; 0.1-1%, avoid calcium ions
- Methylisothiazolinone
- Strong preservative; high allergy risk, EU restricted for leave-on products, high formulation risk
- D-Limonene
- Citrus terpene used as fragrance and skin conditioner; EU allergen, may cause sensitization at high levels, must be labeled.
- Linalool
- Natural fragrance component at ≤0.05%; one of EU 26 allergens, caution for sensitive skin
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-18. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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