Our Take
A low-foaming sulphate-free shampoo for curlies who prefer a traditional wash-day lather but don't want the drying effects of harsh surfactants. Lighter than the Curl Cleanser co-wash — better suited to fine hair, oily scalps, or wavies (2a–3b) who find co-washing too heavy. Cleanses thoroughly without leaving residue. A good choice if you live in a hard water area and need a proper shampoo to cut through mineral buildup, or if your scalp tends towards oiliness between washes.
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Our assessment — not the brand's claim
Curl Pattern
Porosity
Free From
Ingredients at a Glance
Water
Universal solvent and primary base of most hair products.
Glycerin
Powerful humectant that draws moisture into the hair shaft.
Decyl Glucoside
Very mild sugar-based surfactant. CGM-friendly.
Sea Salt
Natural sea salt used as a thickening agent in surfactant systems. Provides trace minerals…
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Gentle amphoteric surfactant derived from coconut. CGM-friendly cleanser.
Free From
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How to Use
Apply to wet hair and massage into the scalp using circular motions. Work through lengths and rinse thoroughly. Use as your regular shampoo. Particularly well-suited to fine hair or oily scalps that need a thorough cleanse without dryness.
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Details
- Type
- Cleanser
- Line
- Curl
- Price tier
- mid
- Routine step
- Cleanse
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