Our take
Why It’s on Our Radar
We don't recommend the recalled aerosols. Benzene near the scalp and breathing zone led to a recall and a settlement.
What's inside
Ingredients & Safety
Rice-starch dry shampoo driven by butane/isobutane/propane propellants that were the source of the benzene, plus fragrance.
Ingredient list reviewed
- Butane
- Isobutane
- Propane
- Alcohol Denat. also listed as Denatured Alcohol, SD Alcohol Watch
- Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch
- Cetrimonium Chloride
- Distarch Phosphate
- 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.
Want a cleaner option? ATTITUDE in Shampoo & Hair Care currently meets our top criteria. Review its formula scope and cited records before deciding.
Who owns it
Ownership & Independence
Dove, Nexxus, Suave, TRESemmé, and Bed Head were Unilever brands at the time of the recall.
- Founded
- 1957
- Headquarters
- London, UK
- Control
- Owned by Unilever
Products covered
Key Products
We don't link to buy products we flag. Read why above, or see ATTITUDE, which meets our top criteria.
- Dove Dry Shampoo
- Nexxus Dry Shampoo
- TRESemmé Dry Shampoo
- Bed Head Oh Bee Hive