Aunt Jackie's · Shampoo
Aunt Jackie's Oh So Clean Moisturizing & Softening Shampoo
Shampoo shows lower PFAS concern; standard formulation.
Hair shampoos rarely require PFAS due to their application. No public evidence of intentional PFAS use in this product; brand makes no claims either way.
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aqueous shampoo base, surfactants, conditioning agents
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Category baseline
cosmetics is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Aunt Jackie's Oh So Clean is an aqueous shampoo base combining surfactants (detergents that lift oils and dirt), conditioning agents (likely silicones or polymers to smooth and soften hair), and preservatives. The formulation is typical for mass-market conditioning shampoos designed for textured hair. Rinse-off products like shampoo pose lower exposure risk than leave-on cosmetics because they are diluted in water and removed from skin within minutes.
The brand's record and disclosure
Aunt Jackie's is a subsidiary brand under Combe Incorporated and has no major regulatory action or product recalls on public record for this shampoo line. The brand does not publicly disclose full ingredient sourcing, allergen testing protocols, or third-party safety certifications (such as Leaping Bunny or EWG verification). No documented controversies regarding heavy metal contamination, formaldehyde releasers, or carcinogenic azo dyes have been filed against this product.
How it compares in its category
This product sits in the mainstream, budget-friendly segment of conditioning shampoos. It lacks premium certifications (organic, cruelty-free, fragrance-free) that some consumers seek, but it is not positioned as a minimalist or hypoallergenic formula either. Comparable brands in the same tier (SheaMoisture, Carol's Daughter) also do not disclose comprehensive PFAS or allergen data, making this a standard risk profile for mass-market shampoos.
If you buy it
Use as directed on the product label: wet hair, apply, lather, rinse thoroughly with water. No special heating or temperature precautions apply to shampoos. If scalp irritation, rash, or eye irritation occurs, discontinue and rinse with cool water; contact a dermatologist if symptoms persist. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve the formula, and replace when empty or if the product separates or develops an off odor (sign of degradation or contamination).
Beyond PFAS: other things we checked
Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”
Fragrance allergens and irritants
The product contains fragrance (listed in typical formulations). Fragrance compounds are not individually disclosed on the label and may trigger contact dermatitis or respiratory sensitivity in susceptible individuals; this is a known risk across all fragranced shampoos.
1,4-dioxane (solvent contaminant)
No specific testing or recall data for Aunt Jackie's Oh So Clean has been published. 1,4-dioxane can arise as a processing byproduct in shampoos containing ethoxylated ingredients (common surfactants). Regulatory monitoring by the FDA suggests trace amounts are possible but not systematized for this brand.
Formaldehyde releasers (preservatives)
Standard preservatives used in shampoos may include formaldehyde-releasing compounds such as imidazolidinyl urea or DMDM hydantoin. These are legal at approved levels but may cause scalp or contact irritation in sensitive populations; full preservative disclosure is not provided by the brand.
Heavy metals in colorants or opacifiers
No published testing or violations for lead, cadmium, or other metals in this product line are on record. Shampoo colorants are generally regulated by the FDA, but the brand does not independently verify or disclose metal testing results.
Microplastic microbeads
This is a liquid shampoo without added exfoliating beads, so microplastic contamination from intentional beads is not a concern. If the formula contains polymeric conditioning agents, degradation into microparticles during use is not established as a hazard for rinse-off shampoos.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 72% confidence. It is not a lab result.
No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.
The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
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