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Garnier Fructis Hair Food Papaya Conditioner

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Garnier Fructis

Hair Food Papaya Conditioner

conditioner · 350 ml · Haircare

Garnier Fructis Hair Food Papaya Conditioner is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 16-ingredient list, with glycerin and salicylic acid. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Parfum / Fragrance) and labelled fragrance allergens (Linalool).

  • Contains fragrance
  • No essential oils
  • Contains labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Sulfate-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom

Key ingredients in Hair Food Papaya Conditioner

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Salicylic acid (BHA)

    An oil-soluble exfoliant that clears inside pores.

Full ingredient list, decoded

16 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

  1. 1Aqua / WaterAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  3. 3Cetearyl AlcoholA waxy fatty alcohol blend that thickens formulas and helps oil and water mix into…
  4. 4Helianthus Annuus Seed OilSunflower Seed Oil is a light plant oil pressed from the seeds of the sunflower. It…
  5. 5Carica Papaya Fruit Extract
  6. 6Cocos Nucifera OilCoconut oil is a plant oil pressed from coconut meat that mainly softens skin and hair…
  7. 7Stearamidopropyl DimethylamineA conditioning ingredient that helps hair feel softer, smoother and easier to detangle…
  8. 8Glyceryl StearateGlyceryl stearate is a waxy blend of glycerin and stearic acid, a fatty acid from plant…
  9. 9Hydroxypropyl Guar
  10. 10Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
  11. 11Tartaric Acid
  12. 12Cetyl EstersCetyl Esters is a waxy blend of esters made from cetyl alcohol and fatty acids. It…
  13. 13Potassium SorbatePotassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid, a mild preservative that helps…
  14. 14Salicylic AcidSalicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid, or BHA, that gently exfoliates skin and helps…
  15. 15LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  16. 16Parfum / FragranceAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance

Source: Garnier Fructis product page, www.garnier.co.uk/our-brands/hair-care/hair-food/papaya-hair-food-cond, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum / Fragrance (#16)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsLinalool (#15)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Garnier Fructis Hair Food Papaya Conditioner fragrance-free?

No. Garnier Fructis Hair Food Papaya Conditioner contains Parfum / Fragrance (ingredient 16 of 16).

Does Garnier Fructis Hair Food Papaya Conditioner contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Garnier Fructis Hair Food Papaya Conditioner good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, pregnancy, dandruff and curly hair: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Glycerin and Salicylic acid (BHA).

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