Cherry on Top® Hair Conditioner
Cherry on Top® Hair Conditioner
Dabble & Dollop®
A leave-in conditioner designed with kids in mind, this formula helps detangle and soften hair without a rinse step. The cherry scent makes it a bit more fun for reluctant hair-brushing moments.
Key Features
- Vegan and gluten-free formula
- USA plant-sourced ingredients
- Dermatologist tested and pH balanced
- Rinses clean
Specifications
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Why: Minimal, non-toxic ingredient list (9 core ingredients) with no sulfates, synthetic dyes, or artificial fragrances. Fragrance components are all EWG-rated 'Green'. Product is dermatologist tested, tear-free (ophthalmologist tested), hypoallergenic, vegan, and Leaping Bunny cruelty-free certified — a strong safety/gentleness profile for a children's product. This represents 30% of the total score.
Why: Formulated with Behentrimonium Methosulfate (a cationic conditioning agent commonly used for detangling) and Cetearyl Alcohol plus Jojoba Seed Oil for slip and softness, and the product is explicitly marketed to 'detangle, hydrate, and soften.' Score is not higher because there are no visible customer reviews or third-party tests on the page to confirm real-world detangling performance. This represents 25% of the total score.
Why: Contains Glycerin (humectant), Jojoba Seed Oil (emollient), and Cetearyl Alcohol (emollient/thickener), a solid combination for hydrating fine or dry children's hair. Lacks stronger occlusive/humectant additions (e.g., panthenol, shea butter) that would push the score higher. This represents 20% of the total score.
Why: At $12.99 for 10 fl oz (~$1.30/oz), this sits in the mid-to-upper range for premium 'clean' children's haircare, which is typical given the minimal-ingredient/EWG-green formulation and certifications. Not scored higher since comparable clean-beauty kids' conditioners are available at a lower per-ounce cost. This represents 15% of the total score.
Why: Simple, standard application: apply to wet hair after shampooing, work through with fingers, rinse. No specialized tools, dilution, or leave-in timing required, making it straightforward for parents to use on children. This represents 10% of the total score.
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Cherry on Top® Hair Conditioner
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