Allergen & irritant analysis
10 flaggedThis shampoo from Garnier lists 42 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 9 known contact allergens and 1 common irritant in the INCI list. That includes 7 EU-labelled fragrance allergens (parfum, linalool, hexyl cinnamal, benzyl alcohol, citronellol, and more). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives were detected in the listed ingredients.
- ParfumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
- LinaloolKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- Hexyl cinnamalKnown allergen (fragrance): Hexyl Cinnamal
- Benzyl alcoholKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- CitronellolKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- Amyl cinnamalKnown allergen (fragrance): Amyl Cinnamaldehyde
- Sodium laureth sulfateKnown allergen (surfactant): Sodium Laureth Sulfate
- Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octinoxate
- Benzyl salicylateKnown allergen (fragrance): Benzyl Salicylate
- Sodium hydroxideStrong alkaline substance that can be highly corrosive and irritating in high concentrations; used safely in cosmetics only in neutralized, low concentrations for pH adjustment.
Not detected: parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives. Contains: added fragrance, SLS / SLES sulfates.
Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:
- People with fragrance allergy or fragrance-sensitive skin
- People prone to irritation, or with very dry / eczema-prone skin
Generated from this product's ingredient list and AllerNote's allergen database — educational, not medical advice or a substitute for patch testing.
Benefits
Key Ingredients
- 1AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 2AHAExfoliates skin for a brighter complexion.
- 3BHAUnclogs pores and reduces excess oil.
- 4Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 5NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
- 6CeramidesLocks in moisture and supports skin barrier.
Full Ingredient List
42INCI (full list, INCI order): water, sodium laureth sulfate, coco-betaine, glycol distearate, sodium chloride, dimethicone, citric acid, parfum, sodium benzoate, sodium hydroxide, hexylene glycol, cocamide mipa, pyrus malus fruit extract, salicylic acid, carbomer, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, linalool, niacinamide, pyridoxine hcl, benzophenone-4, hexyl cinnamal, benzyl alcohol, saccharum officinarum extract, benzyl salicylate, citronellol, vitis vinifera seed oil, amyl cinnamal, euterpe oleracea fruit extract, hydroxypropyltrimonium lemon protein, fumaric acid, maltodextrin, phenoxyethanol, citrus limon peel extract, leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, camellia sinensis leaf extract, ci 17200, bht, tocopherol, helianthus annuus seed oil, rosmarinus officinalis extract, ceramide ap
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
Frequently asked questions
Does Fructis Color Shield Shampoo contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 7 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: parfum, linalool, hexyl cinnamal, benzyl alcohol, citronellol, amyl cinnamal, benzyl salicylate. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Fructis Color Shield Shampoo with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Fructis Color Shield Shampoo paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Fructis Color Shield Shampoo's listed ingredients. Worth keeping in perspective: parabens are among the least common cosmetic allergens, so "paraben-free" matters far less for reactive skin than avoiding fragrance or the preservative MI/MCI.
Is Fructis Color Shield Shampoo suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Fructis Color Shield Shampoo contains 9 flagged allergens and 1 irritant (listed in the analysis above). If none are on your personal allergen list it may suit you, but patch test first — add your allergens to AllerNote to check Fructis Color Shield Shampoo against your own profile.

