Our Take
A clarifying shampoo with physical exfoliating particles that deep-cleans the scalp, removes product buildup, and unblocks hair follicles. Designed for periodic use — roughly every 2–4 washes rather than every wash day. Particularly useful for curlies who use heavy styling products, live in hard water areas, or experience scalp irritation and flakiness. Energising and refreshing on application. Follow with a generous conditioner to restore moisture after the deeper cleanse.
Who is this for?
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.
Erythritol
Naturally occurring sugar alcohol (found in fruits and fermented foods) used as a humectan…
Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate
Mild anionic surfactant derived from lauryl alcohol and succinic acid. Gentler than SLS; p…
Glycerin
Powerful humectant that draws moisture into the hair shaft.
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 thoroughly into the scalp using circular motions for at least 1–2 minutes to lift product buildup and dead skin cells. Rinse thoroughly. Use once or twice a week rather than as a daily shampoo — follow with conditioner.
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Bouclème
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Details
- Type
- Shampoo
- Line
- Scalp
- Price tier
- mid
- Routine step
- Cleanse
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