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African Black Soap Reviving Shampoo

African black soap scalp shampoo — clarifying without stripping

✓CGM ApprovedCoreProtein-FreeStep: Cleanse

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Our Take

A sulphate-free clarifying shampoo built around African black soap — an ingredient traditionally used for scalp health rather than as a marketing hook. The formula uses decyl glucoside as the primary cleanser alongside shea butter and cocoa seed butter to prevent over-stripping. Peppermint, lavender, and tea tree oils address scalp health: antimicrobial, stimulating, and cooling. Charcoal powder and rosemary extract add mild chelating and antioxidant action. Good for curlies who need a regular wash that's gentle enough for weekly use but strong enough to clear product buildup and hard water residue. Protein-free.

Who is this for?

Our assessment — not the brand's claim

Curl Pattern

Porosity

LowNormalHigh

Free From

✓ Sulphate-Free✓ Silicone-Free✓ Paraben-Free

Ingredients at a Glance

Decyl Glucoside

Surfactant

Very mild sugar-based surfactant. CGM-friendly.

Shea Butter

Butter

Rich emollient butter that deeply moisturises and seals hair.

Glycerin

Humectant

Powerful humectant that draws moisture into the hair shaft.

Peppermint Oil

Fragrance

Cooling essential oil that stimulates scalp.

Panthenol

Conditioning Agent

Pro-vitamin B5 that moisturises, strengthens and adds shine.

Free From

✓ Sulphate-Free✓ Silicone-Free✓ Protein-Free✓ Paraben-Free✓ Alcohol-Free

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How to Use

Wet hair thoroughly. Apply to scalp and work through to ends, massaging gently. Leave on for 1–2 minutes if treating scalp. Rinse thoroughly. Follow with conditioner or deep conditioner.