Allergen & irritant analysis
12 flaggedThis shampoo from Neutrogena lists 31 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 11 known contact allergens and 1 common irritant in the INCI list. That includes 6 EU-labelled fragrance allergens (parfum, geraniol, citronellol, linalool, limonene, and more). No MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- ParfumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
- MethylparabenKnown allergen (preservative): Methylparaben
- PropylparabenKnown allergen (preservative): Propylparaben
- GeraniolKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- CitronellolKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- LinaloolKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- LimoneneKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- HydroxycitronellalKnown allergen (fragrance): Hydroxycitronellal
- Cocamidopropyl betaineKnown allergen (surfactant): Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Propylene glycolKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
- EthylparabenKnown allergen (preservative): Ethylparaben
- Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateCan be irritating for sensitive skin or at high concentrations, similar to other strong anionic detergents.
Not detected: MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates. Contains: added fragrance, parabens.
Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:
- People with fragrance allergy or fragrance-sensitive skin
- People sensitised to preservatives (e.g. MI/MCI or formaldehyde releasers)
- 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.
- 2BHAUnclogs pores and reduces excess oil.
- 3Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
Full Ingredient List
31INCI (full list, INCI order): water, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, cocamidopropyl betaine, salicylic acid, sodium chloride, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, polyquaternium-22, piroctone olamine, sodium sulfate, hexylene glycol, dichlorophenyl imidazoldioxolan, coconut acid, linoleamidopropyl pg-dimonium chloride phosphate, propylene glycol, disodium edta, bht, tocopheryl acetate, sodium citrate, ethylparaben, methylparaben, propylparaben, phenoxyethanol, parfum, geraniol, citronellol, linalool, limonene, hydroxycitronellal, ci 19140, ci 16035, ci 42090
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Frequently asked questions
Does T/Gel Fort Shampooing contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 6 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: parfum, geraniol, citronellol, linalool, limonene, hydroxycitronellal. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat T/Gel Fort Shampooing with caution and patch test before full use.
Does T/Gel Fort Shampooing contain parabens?
Yes, T/Gel Fort Shampooing's INCI list includes one or more parabens. For most people that's low-risk — parabens have a notably low contact-allergy rate — but if you've patch-tested positive to parabens specifically, choose a paraben-free alternative.
Is T/Gel Fort Shampooing suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. T/Gel Fort Shampooing contains 11 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 T/Gel Fort Shampooing against your own profile.

