Most kids’ hair products are packed with unnecessary ingredients—leaving hair sticky, stiff, or greasy.

Maen is lightweight, effective, and truly clean—with fewer, better ingredients for styles that actually last. No crunch, no buildup, no junk.

• Phthalates (often hidden in “fragrance” labels) – Studied for potential hormone disruption.
• Parabens (like methylparaben & propylparaben) – Preservatives that can mimic estrogen in the body.
• Phenoxyethanol (a common preservative in "clean" products) – Linked to skin irritation, especially in leave-on formulas.
• Sulfates (SLS & SLES) (found in foaming shampoos) – Strip moisture, causing dryness and frizz.
• Silicones (like dimethicone & cyclopentasiloxane) – Coat hair, causing buildup that requires harsh shampoos to remove.
• Artificial Dyes (often labeled as FD&C or D&C colors) – May trigger scalp sensitivities.
• Artificial Fragrances (undisclosed blends hiding unknown chemicals) – Linked to irritation.

You won’t find any of these in Maen Hair products—just the good stuff.

Over 90% of our ingredients are naturally derived. We use safe synthetics only when they work better—and only if they meet the Maen Standard. Nothing extra, nothing questionable.

Nope—our products are 100% silicone-free. While some adults choose silicones for heat protection or shine, we avoid them in our formulas because they coat the hair, trap buildup, and block moisture over time—especially on young, delicate strands. We believe in clean, rinseable ingredients that support long-term hair health from the start.

Yes! Any water-based product needs a preservative to stay fresh. We use naturally-derived, gentle preservatives—never parabens or formaldehyde releasers.

The preservatives in Maen Event Spray Gel are: caprylyl glycol, caprylhydroxamic ccid, and propanediol.

For usage and styling FAQs please see individual product pages.