While no case has been filed against Neutrogena regarding DMDM hydantoin, in December 2020 a lawsuit was filed by two women ( Lipetz et al v. Unilever United States, Inc. et al). In it they (and others that joined the class action lawsuit) claimed that DMDM hydantoin could cause hair loss and Unilever (corporation that owns TRESemmé) didn’t disclose this on relevant TRESemmé product(s). Later in 2021, Johnson & Johnson (the parent company of Neutrogena) was sued over DMDM hydantoin in other brand lines (namely OGX Beauty) in a similar lawsuit. Please note that there are no studies linking DMDM hydantoin to hair loss or thinning in the concentrations used in cosmetics. It is a possibility, but nothing has been proven to say isn’t safe.

This combination of ingredients is extremely effective when it comes to deep cleaning hair, but it can strip natural oils that keep hair healthy, and even fade newly dyed hair. If you have colored hair or dry, brittle hair, a sulfate-free clarifying shampoo will be better suited to your needs. Both Dr. Manning and Emily Guo, MD, recommend looking for products that contain activated charcoal or apple cider vinegar, as these will stand in as gentler cleaning agents. Who might benefit from using a clarifying shampoo? But the pattern I’ve noticed with companies decided to go sulfate free or discontinue a product all together, is like this: If you have an abnormally sweaty scalp, this can also cause bacteria to grow which makes your head smell bad.Squeeze out excess water and wrap your hair with a towel for about 10 to 15 minutes. After doing so, let your hair air dry or use a hairdryer. Make it a habit to dry your hair all the way through to avoid nasty smelling hair. Moisturize with steam treatments Anti-Residue Shampoo is also called Residue-free, Clarifying, or Purifying Shampoo. This type of Shampoo has a more potent formula for deep cleansing the scalp and hair. It is meant for occasional use, usually after using large amounts of hair serums and treatments or after swimming in chlorinated pools. Neutrogena never released a statement as to why they discontinued the very popular product, but context clues point to these lawsuits as a likely culprit. It doesn’t matter if the product is safe, all that matters is perception for brands. Thus, discontinuing the product is an easy way to avoid controversy. In fact, TRESemmé stopped selling products with DMDM hydantoin during the course of the Unilever lawsuit.

It also lathers up well, so you only need to apply a little each time. Why Did Neutrogena Discontinue the Anti-Reside Shampoo? Fortunately, Neutrogena has released an official statement about this particular shampoo being discontinued. Neutrogena can help remove product buildup and dandruff that sometimes cause hair loss. If this is the leading cause of hair loss, clarifying anti-residue shampoos like Neutrogena can help. FAQs About Anti-Residue Clarifying Shampoo Does Redken have DMDM hydantoin? According to several sources, the company decided to discontinue the shampoo for a reason we don’t know as of yet.

To Summarize

It uses gentle cleansing and hydrating ingredients like Coconut water and Argan oil to detoxify the scalp of impurities and moisturize the hair simultaneously. The Head & Shoulder Supreme Detox & Hydrate Shampoo is free of potential irritants like Parabens, Phosphates, Dyes, Ethanol, and Phthalates. Residues when mixed with your hair’s natural oil (sebum), makes your dreads loose because they create lubrication that reduces friction and allows the hair to slide over and slip easily.