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Is Daily Moisture Damage Therapy Shampoo Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Dove

Dove's Daily Moisture Damage Therapy Shampoo is reviewed here as a skincare. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Fragrance, Sodium Benzoate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes sodium benzoate as a preservative and various surfactants like sodium C12-13 pareth sulfate, raising concerns about synthetic additives and potential irritation.

Main concern

Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about the presence of synthetic additives.

Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.

Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.

Pros

  • Contains water as a primary ingredient, ensuring hydration and a base for other components.
  • Coconut oil (cocos nucifera) is included, known for its moisturizing properties and benefits for hair health.

Concerns

  • Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about the presence of synthetic additives.
  • Sodium C12-13 pareth sulfate is a surfactant that can be irritating to sensitive skin and hair.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • users trying to avoid sulfates

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this skincare, not just listed as a raw label.

How we score

Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.

Product info

Product ID: 4268788

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. Our analysis flags fragrance in Dove — Daily Moisture Damage Therapy Shampoo. See the Ingredients section above.
Our analysis notes: Contains water as a primary ingredient, ensuring hydration and a base for other components.; Coconut oil (cocos nucifera) is included, known for its moisturizing properties and benefits for hair health.. See the Pros section above.
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This product is flagged for: Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about the presence of synthetic additives.; Sodium C12-13 pareth sulfate is a surfactant that can be irritating to sensitive skin and hair.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, sodium gluconate, coconut oil. See the Ingredients section above.
Dove — Daily Moisture Damage Therapy Shampoo is a skincare product. Zerotox gives it a safety score of 60 / 100 based on ingredients. Check the breakdown above and our skincare topic for alternatives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product contains fragrance or allergens that may affect sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section and patch-test. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Dove — Daily Moisture Damage Therapy Shampoo has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Yes. Our analysis indicates fragrance or parfum. This can irritate sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
The composition includes sodium benzoate as a preservative and various surfactants like sodium C12-13 pareth sulfate, raising concerns about synthetic additives and potential irritation. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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