AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 33 ingredients in Head & Shoulders, our AI classified this product as Haram. 2 of 33 ingredients raise concerns, while 31 are clearly permissible. Key ingredients include aqua, sodium laureth sulfate, sodium xylenesulfonate, cocamidopropyl betaine.
Why is Head & Shoulders Haram?
- The presence of 'alcohol' renders this product Haram. Our in-depth analysis, referencing globally recognised halal organisations, confirms this classification. For more information, check the ingredient section.
Ingredient Analysis (33)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
aqua Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sodium laureth sulfate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sodium xylenesulfonate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
cocamidopropyl betaine Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sodium citrate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
fragrance * | Halal |
citric acid Antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents E330 | Halal |
cocamide mea * | Halal |
glycol distearate * | Halal |
piroctone olamine * | Halal |
dimethiconol * | Halal |
menthol Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sodium chloride Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
dimethicone Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sodium benzoate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
tea-dodecylbenzenesulfonate * | Halal |
sodium salicylate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
tetrasodium edta Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sodium hydroxide Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
trideceth-10 * | Halal |
glycerin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
hexyl cinnamal Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
linalool * | Halal |
niacinamide Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
panthenol Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
tocopheryl acetate * | Halal |
acetic acid Preservatives E260 | Halal |
alcohol | Haram |
triethylene glycol * | Haram |
propylene glycol Propylene glycol is a synthetic organic compound used as a solvent E1520 | Halal |
ci 42090 Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
ci 17200 Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Brand & Category Insights
Smart Labels
Vegan
Not Vegan FriendlyCriteria: Excludes all animal-derived ingredients
Contains animal-derived ingredients
Vegetarian
Not Vegetarian FriendlyCriteria: Excludes meat and seafood only
Contains meat or seafood ingredients
Pescatarian
Not Pescatarian FriendlyCriteria: Avoids meat but eats seafood
Contains meat ingredients
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Head & Shoulders halal to eat?
Yes — Head & Shoulders has been analyzed and classified as Haram. Each of its 33 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Which ingredients in Head & Shoulders are concerning?
The following ingredients are flagged: alcohol, triethylene glycol. Check the ingredient table above for full details.
Are other Head & Shoulders products halal?
Head & Shoulders produces multiple products with varying halal statuses. Visit our Head & Shoulders brand page to see the full list of analyzed products and their individual ingredient breakdowns.
How was this product analyzed?
Halal AI uses artificial intelligence to read and cross-reference every ingredient against halal databases and E-code references. You can also scan any product yourself using the free Halal AI app.
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