
This is a clarifying shampoo designed for weekly or as‑needed use to remove buildup from hard water minerals, pollution, chlorine, heavy metals, excess oil, and styling products. It is free of sulfates, silicones, parabens, phthalates, and added protein, and includes panthenol for hydration and Olaplex’s bond‑building ingredient (bis‑aminopropyl diglycol dimaleate). Fragrance and fragrance allergens are present, which may be a concern for sensitive scalps.
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Scored for hair & scalp — based on what its ingredients contribute.
What it may help with
Whether it helps remove dirt, oil, sweat, product residue, or buildup from hair or scalp — surfactants and cleansing agents score here.
From Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Coco-Betaine, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
Whether it makes hair feel softer, smoother, or more manageable — emollients, silicones, cationic polymers, and oils.
From Panthenol, Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate, Sodium PCA, Arginine
Whether it helps reduce breakage — improving lubrication, flexibility, fiber strength, or protection from mechanical damage.
Whether it increases gloss, light reflection, or a smoother-looking hair surface.
Things to watch
Risk of allergic contact dermatitis or immune-based scalp reactions — fragrance, preservatives, hair dyes, and botanicals may score here.
Risk of itching, burning, redness, dryness, or discomfort on the scalp.
From Fragrance, Limonene, Benzoic Acid, Citral
Whether it may make hair fibers feel dry, rough, brittle, or less flexible.
From Citric Acid
Whether it may dry out the scalp, strip oils, or worsen flaking and tightness.
From Citric Acid
Whether it can accumulate on hair or scalp over time — causing heaviness, dullness, residue, or reduced volume.
GOOD · 12
NEUTRAL · 22
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