Shampoo Reviewed Jul 5, 2026

Pantene, Aussie & Herbal Essences Dry Shampoos

P&G recalled ~32 aerosol dry shampoos and conditioners in 2021 for benzene.

Recall · 2021 · resolved

P&G dry shampoo benzene recall

December 2021 recall of ~32 aerosol dry shampoos and conditioners across Pantene, Aussie, Herbal Essences, and Waterl<ss after benzene was detected. Resolved.

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Settlement · 2023 · resolved

$8M benzene aerosol settlement (P&G, MDL 3025)

The benzene class actions over P&G aerosols — including the recalled Pantene, Aussie, and Herbal Essences dry shampoos — were consolidated as MDL 3025 and settled for $8 million; final approval was granted June 16, 2023.

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Our take

Why It’s on Our Radar

We don't recommend the recalled aerosols. A large multi-brand benzene recall — a cautionary listing.

What's inside

Ingredients & Safety

Rice-starch dry shampoo driven by butane/isobutane/propane propellants (the benzene source), plus fragrance.

A couple to know — 2 ingredients we flag:

Alcohol Denat. — sometimes listed as Denatured Alcohol

Can be drying; used as a solvent and preservative. Concern depends on concentration.

Fragrance — sometimes listed as Parfum

Undisclosed scent blend that is a common allergen and irritant; choose fragrance-free for sensitive or reactive skin.

Ingredient List Reviewed

Safe Watch Caution
  • Butane
  • Isobutane
  • Propane
  • Alcohol Denat. also listed as Denatured Alcohol, SD Alcohol Watch
  • Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch
  • Cetrimonium Chloride
  • Panthenol also listed as Provitamin B5, Vitamin B5
  • Silica also listed as Silica, E551
  • Fragrance also listed as Parfum, Perfume Watch

Formula scope: the disclosed ingredient list captured for this review. Formulas can differ by product, scent, country, and date; compare the current package with this list before deciding.

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Who owns it

Ownership & Independence

Pantene, Aussie, and Herbal Essences are Procter & Gamble brands.

Where to buy

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