Shampoo Reviewed Jul 5, 2026

Dove, Nexxus & TRESemmé Dry Shampoos

Unilever aerosol dry shampoos recalled in 2022 after benzene was found.

Settlement · 2026

$3.625M benzene settlement — preliminary approval denied

A proposed $3,625,000 settlement over benzene in the recalled dry shampoos was NOT approved — a federal judge in Connecticut denied preliminary approval on Feb 17, 2026 citing an over-broad class, and sent it back to negotiation. Not resolved.

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Recall · 2022 · resolved

Unilever dry shampoo benzene recall

October 2022 recall of aerosol dry shampoos across Dove, Nexxus, Suave, TRESemmé, and Bed Head after benzene was traced to the propellant. Resolved.

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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.

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.

Full Ingredient List

Safe Watch Caution
  • 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

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Who owns it

Ownership & Independence

Dove, Nexxus, Suave, TRESemmé, and Bed Head are Unilever brands.

Where to buy

Key Products

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