General Information
A gentle, protective cleansing shampoo for use after each swimming activity, to combat the effects of chlorine & seawater impurities on hair damage, discoloration and skin dryness. Scientifically formulated to eliminate chlorine and chemical odours from hair while simultaneously protecting, nourishing and rehydrating hair, skin and scalp
Benefits
• Specifically designed to be gentle to the eyes and sensitive skin
• Exclusive fruity scent of passion and peach
• Skin-age-appropriate formulation & pH balanced
• Suitable for use after every swim
Protective effect from Chlorinated swimming pool water
In an internal study conducted under controlled laboratory conditions, SwimProtect 2-in-1 Shampoo & Body Wash (2+ years) was found to effectively neutralize chlorine levels in water, using a chemical analysis system developed at Max Biocare laboratories. Full report "Internal Report, Dechlorination studies MBC202309-01-F12".
A stronger intensity of red represents a higher level of dissolved chlorine remaining in the solution after reaction with a sample of product, while a less intense colour represents lower chlorine levels in solution after reaction with a sample of product.
SAFETY TESTING
Clinical report on skin safety
Little Étoile Care SwimProtect 2-In-1 was found to be safe for sensitive skin in a study performed by an accredited dermatology clinic on 54 Australian subjects. It showed no signs of skin irritation (dermatologist’s score of 0/4) on upper arm skin after 24 hrs of exposure. Full report ""Ozderm Pty Ltd. 20231009, protocol MBC012 pp1-20"".
Clinical lab report for eye safety
In a clinical laboratory study conducted by Eurofin, Little Étoile Care SwimProtect 2-In-1 was shown to be safe for human eyes, measured to be within the acceptable range (average of 2.8/80 on a damage scale). Full report "Eurofins Dermatest. IR02p146(1-4), 20230904".
Common Uses
• After swimming or bathing
• All hair types
• Dry skin
• Sensitive skin
Ingredients
Aqua, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Glycerin, Polyquaternium-7, Coco-Glucoside, Sodium Thiosulfate Pentahydrate, Sodium Bicarbonate, Panthenol, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol/Caprylyl Glycol, MBc Herbal Honey, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Tocopheryl Acetate, Oryza sativa Extract, Glyceryl Oleate, PEG 150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Parfum, CI 42090
Highlighted Ingredients
• Glycerin – improves water barrier function and hydration in dry scalp skin (Harding et al, 2014)
• MBc Herbal Honey – provides validated activity against hair and scalp damaging free radicals
• Aloe vera – has been used in hair treatments for dandruff (Kumari, 2022) and soothes damaged skin
• Tocopherol – a natural form of vitamin E that provides antioxidant protection within the oil layers of the hair and scalp
• Brown rice protein repairs and fortifies damaged hair strands (Isnard, 2019) and nourishes dry scalp skin
• Panthenol (provitamin B5) locks in skin moisture and reduces irritation reactions (Nisbet, 2019)
The composition of our products may be updated periodically. For the most current ingredient information, we advise checking the ingredient list on the product packaging that you receive, which will always reflect the latest updates.
Free From
• Parabens
• Phthalates
• BHT
• BHA
• Formaldehyde
• Phenols
