Is this shampoo suitable for sensitive or dry scalps?

It works well on normal to oily scalps, but the presence of sodium laureth sulfate, fragrance and multiple fragrance allergens means it can irritate sensitive or very dry scalps.

What benefit does niacinamide provide in this shampoo?

Niacinamide supports the scalp by improving barrier function, reducing inflammation and promoting the appearance of thicker, healthier hair with regular use.

How often should this shampoo be used and does it contain any controversial chemicals?

The product is intended for daily or every-other-day washing; it includes sodium laureth sulfate and dimethicone, ingredients some users consider harsh or potentially problematic, as well as fragrance allergens, but it does not contain parabens.

L'Oréal, L'Oreal Consumer products, L'Oréal Paris, Elseve • 250 ml

Dream long super aufbau shampoo

Hair

Product Insights

Dream Long Super Aufbau Shampoo is a fortifying shampoo from L'Oreal Elseve formulated to strengthen long hair. Its blend of niacinamide, hydrolyzed wheat protein, castor seed oil and other seed oils helps reinforce the hair shaft, improve scalp health and add shine, while dimethicone provides smoothness. The formula also contains sodium laureth sulfate, fragrance and several known allergens such as limonene, linalool, citronellol and benzyl salicylate, which may irritate sensitive scalps and the silicone may cause buildup over time.

Comparative Analysis

Positioned as a high-performance fortifying shampoo for long hair, it differentiates itself with a protein-rich blend and niacinamide while competing with other salon-grade strengthening shampoos that rely on similar surfactants and silicone finishes.

Ingredients

AQUA/WATER, SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE, COCAMIDOPROPY BETAINE, DIMETHICONE, SODIUM CHLORIDE PARFUM/FRAGRANCE, CI 77891/TITANIUM DIOXIDE, GUAR HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE, NIACINAMIDE, RICINUS COMMUNIS SEED OIL/CASTOR SEED OIL, MICA, COCO - BETAINE, SODIUM BENZOATE, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, HYDROLYZED CORN PROTEIN, HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN, HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN, PHENOXYETHANOL, STEARETH-6, ACETIC ACID, PEG-100 STEARATE, TRIDECETH-10, TRIDECETH-3, SALICYLIC ACID, LIMONENE, FUMARIC ACID, PANTHENOL, BENZYL SALICYLATE, LINÁLOOL, BENZYL ALCOHOL, AMODIMETHICONE, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, CARBOMER, GERANIOL, CITRIC ACID, CITRONELLOL, COUMARIN, HEXYLENE GLYCOL, HEXYL CINNAMAL, GLYCERIN, GLYCOL DISTEARATE (F.I.L. C228615/1).

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