This is a gentle, fragrance-free, sulfate-free shampoo formulated with mild sulfolaurate surfactants, hydrating humectants, and hydrolyzed rice protein to gently cleanse sensitive scalps while maintaining hair moisture and strength.
This formulation achieves dependable cleansing efficacy through a sulfate-free surfactant system featuring Cetyl Betaine, Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate, and Cocamidopropyl Betaine, which create a gentle, satisfying lather without overly stripping natural oils. Added conditioning and strand strength are provided by Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, which helps reinforce hair volume and body, alongside Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride to facilitate wet combability and detangling. Furthermore, humectants such as Glycerin, Propanediol, and Panthenol work together to attract and lock in hydration. The resulting balance offers effective scalp cleansing with lightweight hair nourishment, ideal for regular maintenance across most hair types.
The formula exhibits an exceptionally clean profile, formulated without harsh sulfates, artificial fragrances, drying alcohols, or common contact allergens. Mild cleansers such as sulfolaurate and betaine surfactants present a very low risk of irritation to both sensitive scalps and eyes. Its preservation system, consisting of Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, and Potassium Sorbate, provides broad-spectrum antimicrobial protection well within recognized cosmetic safety parameters. Additionally, soothing and moisture-retaining agents like Panthenol and Glycerin offer skin barrier support, resulting in a remarkably gentle, biocompatible composition that is suitable even for easily irritated or delicate skin.
The product achieves a harmonious balance of gentle cleansing capability and superior dermatological safety. By utilizing a mild, sulfate-free surfactant blend enriched with strengthening rice protein and hydrating provitamin B5, it effectively cleanses the hair fiber without compromising moisture or scalp health. The absence of heavy silicones, synthetic fragrances, and aggressive preservatives minimizes the potential for buildup or allergic sensitization. While it prioritizes lightweight manageability over intense cosmetic glossing, its high biocompatibility and well-rounded conditioning properties make it a thoroughly reliable, high-quality daily cleansing option.
The cleansing foundation of this formula is exceptionally mild and thoughtful. Built upon Cetyl Betaine, Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate, and Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate alongside Cocamidopropyl Betaine, it delivers an effective yet non-stripping wash. This plant-derived, sulfate-free surfactant system generates a soft lather without depleting the natural lipid barrier of the scalp. Unlike aggressive sulfates that strip moisture, these sulfolaurates gently lift away excess oil and daily impurities while preserving essential hydration, making the formula suitable for frequent use on delicate hair and sensitive scalps.
Beyond cleansing, the formula integrates nourishing humectants and conditioning agents to maintain moisture balance. Glycerin and Propanediol act as potent humectants that draw moisture into the scalp and hair cuticle to prevent post-wash dehydration. The addition of Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5) works to enhance elasticity and moisture retention, while Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride delivers lightweight conditioning, anti-static slip, and smooth detangling without leaving heavy silicone buildup behind on the strands.
A standout structural element of this formulation is Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, which helps fortify and strengthen vulnerable strands. This lightweight protein penetrates hair fibers to improve tensile resilience, support natural volume, and smooth surface texture without weighing down finer hair types. Because the protein concentration is moderate and balanced by humectants, it delivers strengthening benefits without causing stiffness or protein overload, making it well suited for color-treated or naturally fine hair.
Rounding out the formula is a clean, low-irritant preservation and stability system. Stabilized with Citric Acid to maintain an optimal, scalp-friendly pH and preserved with Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, and Potassium Sorbate, the product is notably free from synthetic fragrance, drying alcohols, and silicones. This minimalist composition significantly reduces the risk of allergic contact dermatitis and flare-ups, establishing it as an outstanding daily cleanser for sensitive, reactive, or compromised scalps.
🧪 Cetyl Betaine / 鲸蜡基甜菜碱
Purpose: Acts as a mild amphoteric surfactant that helps cleanse the hair and boost foam stability.
Notes: Commonly used as a gentler alternative to traditional sulfates, providing creamy lather.
🧪 Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate / 2-磺基月桂酸甲酯钠
Purpose: Serves as a primary or secondary surfactant to provide gentle cleansing and lather formation.
Notes: Naturally derived from coconut or palm oil and biodegradable; typically paired with Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate.
🧪 Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate / 2-磺基月桂酸二钠
Purpose: Works as a mild co-surfactant to improve foam volume and detergency without stripping moisture.
Notes: Pairs synergistically with methyl sulfolaurates to form a sulfate-free cleansing system.
🧪 Cocamidopropyl Betaine / 椰油酰胺丙基甜菜碱
Purpose: Functions as a secondary surfactant, foam booster, and viscosity builder.
Concerns: May trigger contact allergies in sensitive individuals due to trace synthesis impurities (such as DMAPA).
Notes: Widely used to reduce the potential irritation of stronger cleansing agents.
🧪 Aqua / 水
Purpose: Acts as the main solvent and carrier base for all other ingredients.
Notes: Typically accounts for 60% to 85% of standard liquid shampoo formulations.
🧪 Glycerin / 甘油
Purpose: Serves as a humectant to draw moisture into hair fibers and the scalp.
Notes: A classic humectant that helps mitigate drying effects from cleansers.
🧪 Propanediol / 1,3-丙二醇
Purpose: Functions as a humectant, solvent, and texture enhancer.
Notes: Often derived from fermented corn sugar and serves as a skin-friendly alternative to propylene glycol.
🧪 Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride / 瓜儿胶羟丙基三甲基氯化铵
Purpose: Acts as a cationic conditioning agent and detangler.
Notes: Positively charged polymer that binds to negatively charged damaged hair to reduce static and improve wet combing.
🧪 Hydrolyzed Rice Protein / 水解大米蛋白
Purpose: Provides hair conditioning, improves hair volume, and strengthens hair strands.
Notes: Hydrolyzed into small peptides that can penetrate the hair cuticle to improve moisture retention.
🧪 Panthenol / 泛醇
Purpose: Functions as provitamin B5 to hydrate, soften, and impart shine to hair.
Notes: Can penetrate hair shafts and convert to pantothenic acid to help support strand elasticity.
🧪 Citric Acid / 柠檬酸
Purpose: Acts as a pH adjuster and mild chelating agent.
Notes: Helps maintain an acidic pH close to the natural pH of the scalp and hair cuticle (around 4.5–5.5).
🧪 Phenoxyethanol / 苯氧乙醇
Purpose: Functions as a broad-spectrum preservative against bacterial growth.
Concerns: Can occasionally cause mild contact irritation in very sensitive skin at elevated concentrations.
Notes: Globally approved and regulated for use up to 1.0% in cosmetics.
🧪 Sodium Benzoate / 苯甲酸钠
Purpose: Acts as an antifungal and preservative agent.
Notes: Most effective in acidic formulations below pH 5.0.
🧪 Potassium Sorbate / 山梨酸钾
Purpose: Serves as a preservative targeting molds and yeasts.
Notes: Commonly combined with sodium benzoate to achieve broad antimicrobial protection.