Allergen & irritant analysis
11 flaggedThis shampoo from Garnier lists 40 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 10 known contact allergens and 1 common irritant in the INCI list. That includes 7 EU-labelled fragrance allergens (parfum, linalool, geraniol, alpha-isomethyl ionone, hydroxycitronellal, 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
- GeraniolKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- Alpha-isomethyl iononeKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- HydroxycitronellalKnown allergen (fragrance): Hydroxycitronellal
- Hexyl cinnamalKnown allergen (fragrance): Hexyl Cinnamal
- Benzyl alcoholKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- Sodium laureth sulfateKnown allergen (surfactant): Sodium Laureth Sulfate
- Cocamidopropyl betaineKnown allergen (surfactant): Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Propylene glycolKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
- 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
- 1AHAExfoliates skin for a brighter complexion.
- 2BHAUnclogs pores and reduces excess oil.
- 3NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
- 4AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
40INCI (full list, INCI order): water, sodium laureth sulfate, citric acid, cocamidopropyl betaine, glycol distearate, ammonium hydroxide, saccharum officinarum extract, camellia sinensis leaf extract, cocos nucifera fruit extract, citrus limon fruit extract, cucumis sativus fruit extract, pyrus malus fruit extract, carbomer, niacinamide, leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, glycerin, ppg-5-ceteth-20, peg-55 propylene glycol oleate, sodium chloride, sodium hydroxide, pyridoxine hcl, coco-betaine, propylene glycol, hydroxypropyltrimonium lemon protein, capryloyl glycine, caprylyl glycol, xanthan gum, polyquaternium-10, hexylene glycol, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate, salicylic acid, phenoxyethanol, linalool, geraniol, alpha-isomethyl ionone, hydroxycitronellal, hexyl cinnamal, benzyl alcohol, parfum
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
Frequently asked questions
Does Fructis Cucumber Freshness Shampoo contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 7 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: parfum, linalool, geraniol, alpha-isomethyl ionone, hydroxycitronellal, hexyl cinnamal, benzyl alcohol. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Fructis Cucumber Freshness Shampoo with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Fructis Cucumber Freshness Shampoo paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Fructis Cucumber Freshness 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 Cucumber Freshness Shampoo suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Fructis Cucumber Freshness Shampoo contains 10 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 Cucumber Freshness Shampoo against your own profile.

