nanogen Shampoo For Men
nanogen Nanogen Shampoo For Men lists 40 ingredients on its label, 37 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.
- Aqua
- Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate
- Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate
- Salicylic Acid
- PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate
- Glycerin
- PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
- Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
- PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
- Menthol
- Polyquaternium-11
- Sodium Benzoate
- Menthyl Lactate
- Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
- Hydrolyzed Keratin
- Phenoxyethanol
- Parfum
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
- Pisum Sativum Sprout Extract
- Dextran
- Larix Europaea Wood Extract
- Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract
- Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3
- Potassium Sorbate
- Benzoic Acid
- Disodium EDTA
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Beta-Glucan
- Dehydroacetic Acid
- Butylene Glycol
- Citric Acid
- Glycine
- Sodium Metabisulfite
- Zinc Chloride
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- Caprylyl Glycol
- Limonene
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains sulfatesContains PEGContains EU-26 allergensContains essential oilsContains fragranceContains animal-derived
Formulation view Men's shampoo combining ammonium lauryl sulfate and betaine for balance; includes salicylic acid for oil control, menthol for refreshment, and plant extracts. Suited for oily hair. Formulator's note: Cationic conditioners offset surfactant dryness, though diethanolamine residues must be strictly controlled in manufacturing.
Key ingredients
- SOLVENT
- Aqua
- CLEANSING
- Ammonium Lauryl SulfatePEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate
- ANTISTATIC
- Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- ANTI-SEBORRHEIC
- Salicylic Acid
- SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
- PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl TetrastearatePEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
Other ingredients
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium ChloridePEG-7 Glyceryl CocoateMentholPolyquaternium-11Sodium BenzoateMenthyl LactateMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf OilHydrolyzed KeratinPhenoxyethanolParfumAloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceSodium HydroxideAnthemis Nobilis Flower ExtractPisum Sativum Sprout ExtractDextranLarix Europaea Wood ExtractTrifolium Pratense Flower ExtractAcetyl Tetrapeptide-3Potassium SorbateBenzoic AcidDisodium EDTACamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractBeta-GlucanDehydroacetic AcidButylene GlycolCitric AcidGlycineSodium MetabisulfiteZinc Chloride1,2-HexanediolCaprylyl GlycolLimonene
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate | CLEANSING, FOAMING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Cocamidopropyl Betaine | ANTISTATIC, CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 0 · 0 | Green |
| PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate | CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SOLVENT, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Salicylic Acid | ANTI-SEBORRHEIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, KERATOLYTIC, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE, SKIN CONDITIONING · 限制 III/98 V/3 | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | — | Green |
| Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride | ANTISTATIC, FILM FORMING, SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Menthol | DENATURANT, FRAGRANCE, REFRESHING, SOOTHING · 限制 III/338 | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Polyquaternium-11 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Sodium Benzoate | ANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/1 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Menthyl Lactate | FRAGRANCE, REFRESHING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN PROTECTING, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 2 · 0 | Green |
| Hydrolyzed Keratin | ANTISTATIC, FILM FORMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Parfum | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Hydroxide | BUFFERING, DENATURANT · 限制 III/15a | 3 · – | Green |
| Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 1 · – | Green |
| Pisum Sativum Sprout Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Dextran | BINDING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Larix Europaea Wood Extract | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract | ASTRINGENT, FRAGRANCE | — | Green |
| Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Potassium Sorbate | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/4 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Benzoic Acid | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE, pH ADJUSTERS · 限制 V/1 | 1 · – | Green |
| Disodium EDTA | CHELATING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTIOXIDANT, ASTRINGENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING, TONIC, UV ABSORBER | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Beta-Glucan | BULKING, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Dehydroacetic Acid | PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/13 | — | Yellow |
| Butylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Citric Acid | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Glycine | ANTISTATIC, BUFFERING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Sodium Metabisulfite | ANTIOXIDANT, PRESERVATIVE, REDUCING · 限制 III/99 V/9 | 3 · 0 | Yellow |
| Zinc Chloride | ANTIMICROBIAL, ASTRINGENT, ORAL CARE, SOOTHING · 限制 III/24 | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| 1,2-Hexanediol | SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Caprylyl Glycol | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Limonene | DEODORANT, SOLVENT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/88 III/167 III/168 | 1 · – | Yellow |
Ingredients explained
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
- Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate
- Strong anionic surfactant; high foaming and stripping power. Can be irritating to eyes and damaged skin
- Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Cocamidopropyl betaine; zwitterionic co-surfactant reducing irritation and boosting foam, common in mild cleansers.
- PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate
- High MW PEG derivative for cleansing; water-soluble, smooth feel.
- Salicylic Acid
- Lipophilic BHA at 0.5-2%; exfoliant/sebum control, irritation/sensitization at high conc., photosensitivity (SPF needed), avoid sensitive/pregnant.
- PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate
- Mild non-ionic emulsifier; often co-emulsifier for stabilizing O/W or W/O systems, low irritation.
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
- Mild nonionic emulsifier for O/W or W/O; contains PEG, verify preservative system.
- Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
- Cationic guar derivative for antistatic, film-forming, viscosity control; common in hair/skin conditioning
- PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
- PEG-modified nonionic surfactant for emulsification and cleansing; contains PEG, monitor dioxane, low comedogenicity.
- Menthol
- Cooling and soothing agent at 0.5–2%; high levels may cause sensitivity or irritation, use caution around eyes and mucous membranes
- Polyquaternium-11
- Not decoded yet
- Sodium Benzoate
- Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates
- Menthyl Lactate
- Menthyl lactate, cooling and fragrance agent, provides mild menthol sensation for refreshing
- Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
- Tea tree oil, antibacterial and sebum regulating; highly sensitizing at concentrate level, dilute; avoid on broken skin.
- Hydrolyzed Keratin
- Hydrolyzed keratin; small peptides; barrier repair, humectant, no pub comed data
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Parfum
- Fragrance for scent; may contain allergens, caution for sensitive skin, full labeling required.
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
- Natural humectant and soother with high water activity; requires preservative system, generally well-tolerated
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care
- Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
- Chamomile extract used for soothing; check for potential sensitizing allergens.
- Pisum Sativum Sprout Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Dextran
- Polysaccharide for binding; water-soluble requires preservation.
- Larix Europaea Wood Extract
- Larix europaea wood extract, flavonoid-rich; low-dose humectant/soothing, stability check at high loads.
- Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract
- Red clover flower extract; astringent and fragrance, test for sensitization
- Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3
- Not decoded yet
- Potassium Sorbate
- Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate
- Benzoic Acid
- Preservative and pH adjuster at 0.1–0.5%; low water solubility, best in acidic media, irritant at high levels.
- Disodium EDTA
- Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Green tea extract for antioxidant/astringent; contains caffeine, possible irritation in sensitive skin.
- Beta-Glucan
- Polysaccharide for soothing and hydration; high MW acts on the surface, poor penetration into deep dermis.
- Dehydroacetic Acid
- Broad-spectrum preservative for acidic and oil-based systems; has concentration limits, requires challenge testing.
- Butylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel
- Citric Acid
- Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH
- Glycine
- Humectant amino acid, 1–3%; small molecule, low irritation.
- Sodium Metabisulfite
- Antioxidant/preservative at 0.05–0.2%; irritating for sensitive skin, avoid with oxidizers
- Zinc Chloride
- Antimicrobial astringent for oral care; usage levels are restricted.
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- Polyol solvent and preservative booster at 1–5%; light feel, can replace some traditional preservatives
- Caprylyl Glycol
- Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol
- Limonene
- Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-20. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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