Ingredients
What’s Inside Matters
At Tough Comfort, we don’t use mystery formulas, filler ingredients, or marketing fluff.
Every ingredient in every formula has a job to do.
This page breaks down what the ingredients are, what they do, and why they’re included.
Shampoo — Ingredient Breakdown
Cleansers (remove dirt, sweat, and buildup)
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Plant-derived primary cleanser. Rich lather, deep clean, non-stripping.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Plant-derived mild secondary cleanser that reduces irritation and improves skin feel.
Coco Glucoside
Plant-derived gentle cleanser that supports a balanced wash.
Moisture & Conditioning Support
Glycerin
Draws moisture into hair and scalp to prevent dryness.
Glyceryl Stearate
Softens hair and improves overall feel.
Safflower Seed Oil
Lightweight moisture that restores softness without heaviness.
Shea Butter
Nourishment and protection for hair and scalp.
Strength & Hair Health
Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
Improves strength, smoothness, and moisture retention.
Hydrolyzed Keratin
Helps reinforce hair structure for smoother, more resilient strands.
Botanical Support (scalp care & balance)
Green Tea Extract
Rich in antioxidants that support scalp health.
Rosemary Extract
Used to support scalp circulation and hair vitality.
Licorice Root Extract
Calming and soothing properties on skin and scalp.
Sage Leaf Extract
Helps maintain a balanced, healthy scalp environment.
Formula Performance (texture, stability, pH)
Hydroxyethylcellulose – Proper thickness and consistency
Xanthan Gum – Keeps ingredients evenly blended
Citric Acid – Balances pH for scalp and hair
Sodium Gluconate – Improves stability and performance
Preservation
Sodium Benzoate & Potassium Sorbate
Gentle preservatives that keep the formula safe and fresh.
Scent
Fragrance
A rugged-clean scent with notes of Bergamot, Sandalwood and Musk.
Conditioner — Ingredient Breakdown
Conditioning Base (what makes it work)
Behentrimonium Methosulfate
A very gentle, plant-derived conditioning agent that detangles, smooths, and reduces frizz.
Cetyl Alcohol & Cetearyl Alcohol
Fatty alcohols (not drying) that give the conditioner its rich, creamy feel and help soften hair.
Deep Moisture & Nourishment
Glycerin
Draws moisture into hair to prevent brittleness.
Shea Butter
Deep nourishment and softness.
Coconut Oil
Helps smooth, protect, and condition the hair shaft.
Argan Oil
Lightweight oil that improves shine and manageability.
Safflower Seed Oil
Adds softness without weighing hair down.
Aloe Vera Leaf Powder
Soothes and supports scalp comfort.
Strength, Smoothness & Protection
Hydrolyzed Keratin
Helps reinforce hair structure for smoother, more resilient strands.
Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
Helps improves strength, smoothness, and moisture retention.
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Improves slip, detangling, and softness.
Polyquaternium-11
Forms a light protective film to reduce frizz and improve manageability.
Tocopherol (Vitamin E)
Antioxidant support for hair and scalp.
Preservation & Stability
Phenoxyethanol & Ethylhexylglycerin
Safe, modern preservatives that keep the formula fresh.
Sodium Gluconate
Improves formula stability.
Scent
Fragrance
The same rugged-clean scent for a consistent experience.
If it’s in the bottle, it’s here for a reason.
That’s Tough Comfort.