This shampoo is ideal for all hair types including straight, curly, wavy, and color-treated. It’s especially beneficial for treating concerns such as a sensitive, flaky scalp, and thinning hair. Though it claims to be safe on color-treated hair (and we personally didn’t see any issues with it fading color), beware that some online reviewers say this formula did alter their color. However, if you don’t dye your hair and you want a product that will reduce oiliness and neutralize mineral buildup, this is a solid choice. This Kristin Ess shampoo contains Zip-Up Technology, our proprietary strengthening complex designed to "zip-up" split ends while targeting weak areas of the hair, smoothing the appearance of damaged cuticles and helping to protect hair from environmental stressors and color fade, all while providing a deep clean.

Typically lighter and containing a lower concentration of rich, hydrating ingredients, these formulas focus on removing excess grease— and product buildup from all that dry shampoo— to leave your hair looking and feeling fresh and clean. Similarly, they usually contain more or stronger detergents (yes, like sulfates) or exfoliating ingredients to help rid the scalp of excess oil, notes pro hair stylist Hannah Draeger. Gentle Formulations: Popular ingredients in shampoo can actually damage your hair, stripping it of its natural oils and leaving it prone to breakage. One of these ingredient types is sulfates, including sodium laureth sulfate and ammonium lauryl sulfate, which are chemical detergents that can remove too much of your hair's protective oils and moisture. You may also wish to avoid parabens, which have been linked to an increased risk of cancer. The FDA has not banned the use of parabens or determined that they lead to cancer but says more research is warranted. Some people are more sensitive to fragrances than others. Fragrances might lead to irritation and dandruff in some susceptible people. Choosing essential oil-based scents or avoiding perfumed shampoos might be your best bet in that case.If your hair or scalp needs a reset, a clarifying shampoo really does work, says Labrecque. But unlike regular shampoo, this type of product is not made for daily use, he cautions, since they tend to be drying. “Extended use of this kind of shampoo can rid hair of its natural oils,” he says. It’s a great thing to add to your routine if you are active, use a lot of dry shampoo or hair products, or go a long time between shampooing, says Ehman. We loved how well this lightweight formula lathered, but it didn’t impress us in terms of its cleansing and oil-reduction capabilities.

Too many hair products end up clogging your pores and causing breakouts. The good news is that Kristin Ess makes a clarifying shampoo that helps deep clean your hair without any harsh parabens or sulfates. It’s cruelty-free and 100% free of parabens, so it’s perfect for vegans who are trying to look after their bodies while they look after their tresses. Even better, it can also double as a nice body wash! The Body Shop Tea Tree Purifying & Balancing Shampoo is 30% off with code BLKFRI at TheBodyShop.com D’Souza P, Rathi SK. Shampoo and conditioners: What a dermatologist should know? Indian Journal of Dermatology. 2015;60(3):248. This balancing shampoo lathered beautifully and didn’t feel stripping, but the consistency was incredibly liquidy and, therefore, a bit challenging and messy to apply.

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Ingredients: "While you can totally go sulfate-free if you prefer, this is one instance where a shampoo that does contain sulfates may be a good idea, simply given that they're better at providing a deep clean," says hairstylist Susan Ford. The Nécessaire The Shampoo and the Kristin Ess Deep Clean Clarifying Shampoo both contain sulfates and do an excellent job at cleansing excess oil without completely stripping the hair. But if you prefer to go sulfate-free, we recommend the AG Hair Balance Apple Cider Vinegar Sulfate-Free Shampoo.