Our Take
More than a standard sulphate-free cleanser — this shampoo contains mild exfoliating agents that lift product buildup, scalp oils, and debris that everyday shampoos miss, without the harshness of a full clarifying treatment. Mongongo oil, almond oil, and other conditioning oils protect the hair's moisture balance during the exfoliating process so it doesn't leave hair feeling stripped afterwards. Contains Hydrolyzed Oat Protein for mild structural support. Suitable for all hair types; useful as a rotation shampoo every two to four washes for curlies who use a lot of styling products and find their hair goes limp between clarifying sessions.
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Ingredients at a Glance
Water
Universal solvent and primary base of most hair products.
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
~ CautionStrong anionic surfactant. A sulFONATE not sulFATE - technically CGM-compliant but quite s…
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Gentle amphoteric surfactant derived from coconut. CGM-friendly cleanser.
Glycol Distearate
A glycol ester of stearic acid. Used as a mild emollient and thickener; creates a pearlesc…
Hydrolyzed Oat Protein
Proteins broken down from oat into smaller chains that penetrate the hair shaft. Strengthe…
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How to Use
Apply to wet hair and massage in circular motions to activate the exfoliating properties. Work into a lather from scalp through lengths. Rinse thoroughly. Pair with the Mongongo Oil Protein-Free Hydrating Conditioner.
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- Type
- Shampoo
- Line
- Mongongo Oil
- Price tier
- mid
- Routine step
- Cleanse
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