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A well-formulated, moisturizing shampoo for curly hair with responsible claims, but could benefit from more finished-product evidence and detailed fragrance transparency.
₹840 • Analysed 15 August 2026
This SheaMoisture shampoo is positioned as a premium option for curly hair in the Indian market, typically retailing around Rs. 1050 for 384ml, though often available at a discounted price of Rs. 840. Its sulfate-free, moisturizing formula with natural oils and butters is well-suited for the often dry and frizz-prone curly hair types prevalent in India's humid climate. The claims are generally cosmetic and functional, aligning with ASCI guidelines, and do not cross into drug territory.
Independent and free. The Clean Sheet takes no money from brands to review, rank, or approve a product. This is a web evidence review, not a Clean Sheet certification. We checked the ingredient list, publicly available test reports, marketing claims, and formula logic using only public information available at the time of review.
INCI list confirms absence of sulfates (e.g., SLS, SLES). Contains mild glucosides and lactylates.
Formula contains mild surfactants (Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate) and moisturizing ingredients like Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, Aloe Vera.
Ingredients like Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, and Neem Oil are known to help smooth the hair cuticle and reduce frizz. No finished product test visible for this specific claim.
Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, Neem Oil, and Silk Protein are known to contribute to hair shine. No finished product test visible for this specific claim.
High content of Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, and Silk Protein supports hair softening.
Contains humectants like Aloe Vera Leaf Juice and Panthenol, and emollients like Coconut Oil and Shea Butter, which help with moisture. 'Restores' is a strong claim without finished product evidence.
Many ingredients are plant-derived (Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, Aloe Vera, Neem Seed Oil, Rosemary Extracts, Honeysuckle Extracts). Some are marked with an asterisk (*), implying organic certification, though no specific certification body is named.
INCI list does not contain parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, or petrolatum. 'No Animal Testing' is a brand policy claim, not verifiable from INCI.
What we could confirm from public sources and the verified ingredient list.
Ingredient Safety & Toxicity
Full ingredient list retrieved and verified against INCIDecoder.
Brand describes ingredient origin in its claims.
Screened against the ingredient database (5 of 16 ingredients matched); no cosmetics-prohibited ingredient found.
No ingredient with a recognised endocrine-activity concern found in the database.
No IARC-classified or formaldehyde-releasing ingredient found in the database screen.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
No EU-declarable or database-flagged allergen found in the list.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Uses milder (non-sulphate) surfactants.
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero ingredients.
Ingredients are listed in the descending order required by India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
Standards & Compliance
Usage warnings and directions are clear on the label.
Screened against a curated reference set that we are continuing to verify and expand, so “clear” means no flag from that set, not a guarantee. Not a substitute for a full toxicological or clinical assessment.
| Ingredient |
|---|
Deionized Water |
Decyl Glucoside (Coconut Oil) |
Cocos Nucifera(Coconut) Oil* |
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter)* |
Aloe Vera Leaf Juice |
Vitamin E |
Melia Azadirachta (Neem) Seed Oil |
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate (Coconut Oil) |
Panthenol (Vitamin B-5) |
Rosemary Extracts |
Silk Protein |
Proprietary Essential Oil Blend |
Guar Gum |
Stearic Acid |
Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower |
Lonicera Japonica (Japanese Honeysuckle) Flower Extract |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
INCI list confirms absence of sulfates (e.g., SLS, SLES). Contains mild glucosides and lactylates.
Evidence visible
Formula contains mild surfactants (Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate) and moisturizing ingredients like Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, Aloe Vera.
Evidence visible
Ingredients like Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, and Neem Oil are known to help smooth the hair cuticle and reduce frizz. No finished product test visible for this specific claim.
Mentioned only
Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, Neem Oil, and Silk Protein are known to contribute to hair shine. No finished product test visible for this specific claim.
Mentioned only
High content of Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, and Silk Protein supports hair softening.
Evidence visible
Contains humectants like Aloe Vera Leaf Juice and Panthenol, and emollients like Coconut Oil and Shea Butter, which help with moisture. 'Restores' is a strong claim without finished product evidence.
Mentioned only
Many ingredients are plant-derived (Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, Aloe Vera, Neem Seed Oil, Rosemary Extracts, Honeysuckle Extracts). Some are marked with an asterisk (*), implying organic certification, though no specific certification body is named.
Mentioned only
INCI list does not contain parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, or petrolatum. 'No Animal Testing' is a brand policy claim, not verifiable from INCI.
Evidence visible
Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera(Coconut) Oil*) is present high in the INCI. General research supports its benefits for hair hydration and reducing protein loss, which can lead to breakage. No finished product test for 'reducing breakage'.
Mentioned only
Silk Protein is present in the INCI. Known for its film-forming properties that can smooth the hair cuticle.
Mentioned only
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No ingredient with a recognised endocrine-activity concern found in the database.
No IARC-classified or formaldehyde-releasing ingredient found in the database screen.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
No EU-declarable or database-flagged allergen found in the list.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Uses milder (non-sulphate) surfactants.
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero ingredients.
Ingredients are listed in the descending order required by India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
Standards & Compliance
Usage warnings and directions are clear on the label.
Screened against a curated reference set that we are continuing to verify and expand, so “clear” means no flag from that set, not a guarantee. Not a substitute for a full toxicological or clinical assessment.
Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, Neem Oil, and Silk Protein are known to contribute to hair shine. No finished product test visible for this specific claim.
High content of Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, and Silk Protein supports hair softening.
Contains humectants like Aloe Vera Leaf Juice and Panthenol, and emollients like Coconut Oil and Shea Butter, which help with moisture. 'Restores' is a strong claim without finished product evidence.
Many ingredients are plant-derived (Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, Aloe Vera, Neem Seed Oil, Rosemary Extracts, Honeysuckle Extracts). Some are marked with an asterisk (*), implying organic certification, though no specific certification body is named.
INCI list does not contain parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, or petrolatum. 'No Animal Testing' is a brand policy claim, not verifiable from INCI.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
INCI list confirms absence of sulfates (e.g., SLS, SLES). Contains mild glucosides and lactylates.
Evidence visible
Formula contains mild surfactants (Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate) and moisturizing ingredients like Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, Aloe Vera.
Evidence visible
Ingredients like Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, and Neem Oil are known to help smooth the hair cuticle and reduce frizz. No finished product test visible for this specific claim.
Mentioned only
Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, Neem Oil, and Silk Protein are known to contribute to hair shine. No finished product test visible for this specific claim.
Mentioned only
High content of Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, and Silk Protein supports hair softening.
Evidence visible
Contains humectants like Aloe Vera Leaf Juice and Panthenol, and emollients like Coconut Oil and Shea Butter, which help with moisture. 'Restores' is a strong claim without finished product evidence.
Mentioned only
Many ingredients are plant-derived (Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, Aloe Vera, Neem Seed Oil, Rosemary Extracts, Honeysuckle Extracts). Some are marked with an asterisk (*), implying organic certification, though no specific certification body is named.
Mentioned only
INCI list does not contain parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, or petrolatum. 'No Animal Testing' is a brand policy claim, not verifiable from INCI.
Evidence visible
Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera(Coconut) Oil*) is present high in the INCI. General research supports its benefits for hair hydration and reducing protein loss, which can lead to breakage. No finished product test for 'reducing breakage'.
Mentioned only
Silk Protein is present in the INCI. Known for its film-forming properties that can smooth the hair cuticle.
Mentioned only
