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Moroccanoil Clarifying Shampoo

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Moroccanoil

Clarifying Shampoo

shampoo · 250 ml · Haircare

Moroccanoil Clarifying Shampoo is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 44-ingredient list, with glycerin, panthenol and keratin. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Fragrance/Perfume) and labelled fragrance allergens (Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, 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 Clarifying Shampoo

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5)

    Soothes and helps skin and hair hold moisture.

  • Keratin

    The protein hair is made of; fills gaps in damaged strands.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1Water/AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Cocamidopropyl HydroxysultaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that lifts oil and dirt and helps create a…
  3. 3Disodium Laureth SulfosuccinateDisodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate is a mild surfactant, a cleansing agent that lifts oil…
  4. 4Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
  5. 5Sodium Lauroyl SarcosinateSodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate is a gentle cleansing agent, called a surfactant, that lifts…
  6. 6Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  7. 7Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil
  8. 8Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
  9. 9Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
  10. 10Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract
  11. 11Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
  12. 12Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Extract
  13. 13Fragrance/PerfumeAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  14. 14Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate
  15. 15GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  16. 16Sodium SulfateA simple mineral salt of sodium and sulfate. In skin and hair products, its main job is…
  17. 17PanthenolPanthenol is a form of vitamin B5 that the skin and hair convert to pantothenic acid.…
  18. 18Cocamidopropylamine Oxide
  19. 19PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is a water-soluble emulsifier made from castor oil. Its…
  20. 20Tetrasodium EDTATetrasodium EDTA is the salt form of EDTA, a chelating agent that binds metal ions in…
  21. 21Sodium PCASodium PCA is a salt that helps skin and hair hold water. It is a humectant, meaning it…
  22. 22Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
  23. 23Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  24. 24PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate
  25. 25PEG-6 Caprylic/ Capric GlyceridesA gentle, water-friendly emulsifier made from coconut or palm-derived fatty acids and a…
  26. 26Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride
  27. 27Tetrasodium Glutamate DiacetateTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate is a chelating agent, a salt made from glutamic acid,…
  28. 28EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  29. 29Sodium Laurate
  30. 30Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine
  31. 31Butylene GlycolButylene Glycol is a clear, odorless liquid that attracts and holds water. It is a…
  32. 32Silk Amino Acids
  33. 33Keratin Amino Acids
  34. 34Magnesium ChlorideA simple mineral salt made from magnesium and chlorine. In shampoos and conditioners it…
  35. 35Magnesium NitrateMagnesium nitrate is a mineral salt made from magnesium and nitric acid. In hair and…
  36. 36Hydrolyzed KeratinHydrolyzed Keratin is keratin protein cut into smaller pieces. Keratin is the main…
  37. 37PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  38. 38Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  39. 39ChlorphenesinChlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative that mainly keeps mold and yeast from growing…
  40. 40Potassium SorbatePotassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid, a mild preservative that helps…
  41. 41CI 19140
  42. 42CI 17200
  43. 43Alpha-Isomethyl IononeA synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft floral, violet-like scent. Its main job is…Labelled fragrance allergens
  44. 44LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens

Source: Moroccanoil product page, uk.moroccanoil.com/products/clarifying-shampoo, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsFragrance/Perfume (#13)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsAlpha-Isomethyl Ionone (#43), Linalool (#44)
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 Moroccanoil Clarifying Shampoo fragrance-free?

No. Moroccanoil Clarifying Shampoo contains Fragrance/Perfume (ingredient 13 of 44).

Does Moroccanoil Clarifying Shampoo contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

What is Moroccanoil Clarifying Shampoo good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, acne-prone skin, pregnancy and curly hair: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Glycerin, Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) and Keratin.

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