Hair Works Extreme Styling Gel 120mL
Synthetic ingredients provide strong hold but include irritants and preservatives with safety debates.
For external use only. Avoid eye contact; rinse thoroughly with water if contact occurs. Discontinue use if irritation or rash develops. Keep out of reach of children. Flammable if contains alcohol.
What's the verdict?
This topical hair care product relies on synthetic polymers for hold and conventional preservatives. Effective for styling but contains multiple ingredients with known irritation potential and debated long-term safety for sensitive users or frequent application.
What it's made of
8 listed · 4 flagged · estimated by AI, check the label- Water (Solvent/Base)
Primary base and carrier for the formulation; fully safe for topical hair and scalp application with no toxicity or irritation risk, evaporates cleanly after use.
- PVP (Polyvinylpyrrolidone) (Film-Forming Polymer)
Creates flexible film for extreme styling hold on hair strands; generally safe but may lead to dryness, buildup or flaking with overuse, low systemic risk.
- Carbomer (Rheology Modifier/Gelling Agent)
Thickens the product into gel form for easy application; non-toxic for topical use but can cause stinging or irritation if it enters the eyes.
- Triethanolamine (pH Adjuster/Neutralizer)Caution
Balances acidity for gel texture; known skin and eye irritant that may cause redness, and has concerns over forming carcinogenic nitrosamines with other chemicals.
- Glycerin (Humectant/Moisturizer)Beneficial
Draws moisture into hair to counteract drying effects of styling; beneficial for maintaining hair hydration and scalp comfort with very low risk of sensitivity.
- Fragrance (Parfum) (Scent Blend)Caution
Provides appealing aroma to the gel; undisclosed components often trigger allergies, contact dermatitis or respiratory irritation in sensitive users.
- Phenoxyethanol (Preservative)Caution
Prevents bacterial contamination in water-based gel; safer than some alternatives but can irritate skin, eyes or mucous membranes and has debated systemic absorption risks.
- Methylparaben (Preservative)Caution
Inhibits mold and bacteria growth for product stability; parabens linked to potential hormone disruption in studies, though allowed in low doses, caution advised for daily use.
Nutrition
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| cholesterol | null |
| sodium | null |
| sugars | null |
| protein | null |
| calcium | null |
| iron | null |
| potassium | null |
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