Allergen & irritant analysis
9 flaggedThis shampoo from Garnier lists 19 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 7 known contact allergens and 2 common irritants in the INCI list. That includes 6 EU-labelled fragrance allergens (parfum, linalool, geraniol, limonene, 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
- GeraniolKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- LimoneneKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- CitronellolKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- Benzyl alcoholKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- Cocamidopropyl betaineKnown allergen (surfactant): Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Ammonium lauryl sulfateKnown sensitizer, similar to SLS, can be irritating for sensitive skin.
- 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.
- 2Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 3AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
19INCI (full list, INCI order): water, ammonium lauryl sulfate, sodium chloride, cocamidopropyl betaine, argania spinosa kernel oil, camellia oleifera seed oil, triethyl citrate, sodium hydroxide, guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, citric acid, tocopherol, sodium benzoate, benzoic acid, linalool, geraniol, limonene, citronellol, benzyl alcohol, parfum
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Frequently asked questions
Does Ultimate Blends Nourishing Shampoo contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 6 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: parfum, linalool, geraniol, limonene, citronellol, benzyl alcohol. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Ultimate Blends Nourishing Shampoo with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Ultimate Blends Nourishing Shampoo paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Ultimate Blends Nourishing 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 Ultimate Blends Nourishing Shampoo suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Ultimate Blends Nourishing Shampoo contains 7 flagged allergens and 2 irritants (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 Ultimate Blends Nourishing Shampoo against your own profile.

