Aunt Jackie's · Shampoo
Aunt Jackie's Power Wash Intense Moisture Clarifying Shampoo
Lower concern; no PFAS indicators typical for liquid shampoo.
Aunt Jackie's Power Wash is a liquid shampoo with no disclosed PFAS use or typical PFAS applications (waterproofing, nonstick). Brand silence on PFAS is standard for most cosmetics; no public lab data available.
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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 Power Wash is an aqueous shampoo base containing anionic surfactants (likely sodium lauryl sulfate or similar), conditioning polymers, and water as the primary ingredients. Clarifying shampoos of this type are designed to strip buildup and contain no known toxic coatings, binders, or adhesives that plague cookware or textiles. The liquid format eliminates concerns around talc contamination or flame retardant additives seen in powdered or solid personal care products.
The brand's record and disclosure
Aunt Jackie's is a mass-market hair care brand owned by Godrej & Boyce; no major safety recalls or regulatory enforcement actions are on record for this specific product. The brand does not publicly disclose full ingredient sourcing or third-party certifications (organic, cruelty-free, sulfate-free claims vary by line). No independent testing or controversy regarding heavy metals, formaldehyde releasers, or allergen contamination has been documented for this shampoo.
How it compares in its category
Clarifying shampoos are a standard hair care category with few inherent safety barriers; Aunt Jackie's Power Wash sits in the typical mass-market segment alongside brands like SheaMoisture and Carol's Daughter. Unlike premium salon lines, it does not advertise third-party toxin testing or clean beauty certifications. Its surfactant-heavy formulation is consistent with affordable clarifying products and carries no documented greater or lesser risk than direct competitors.
If you buy it
Store the bottle upright at room temperature away from direct sunlight to prevent degradation of conditioning polymers. Use 1-2 times per week as directed; overuse of clarifying shampoo can dry hair and scalp, but poses no chemical accumulation risk. No special disposal precautions are needed beyond standard household waste. Discontinue if rash, itching, or irritation develops, as fragrance sensitivity is the most common individual reaction in this category.
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 (undisclosed components)
Shampoo lists 'fragrance' as a proprietary blend; specific allergens such as limonene or eugenol are not itemized on label. Individual sensitivity to fragrance is common but unpredictable and not a product defect.
1,4-dioxane (surfactant byproduct)
No independent testing or regulatory action has documented 1,4-dioxane contamination in Aunt Jackie's products. Trace levels may occur in any sulfate-based shampoo during manufacture, but no manufacturer disclosure or recall suggests exceedance of concern.
Heavy metals in colorants or preservatives
No lead, cadmium, or arsenic contamination has been reported in this shampoo or brand line. Liquid aqueous formulations carry lower contamination risk than mineral-based or talc-containing products.
Formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasers
Clarifying shampoos do not typically contain formaldehyde-releasing preservatives (imidazolidinyl urea, DMDM hydantoin); no recall or testing evidence suggests use in this product.
Scalp irritation from surfactant concentration
Clarifying shampoos intentionally use higher surfactant loads; consumer reviews cite occasional dryness or irritation, consistent with product function rather than contamination. This is expected and manageable with frequency adjustment.
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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