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Essential Moisture Shampoo
Shampoo
Moisture
Essential Moisture Shampoo
Our best-selling moisturizing shampoo gently cleanses while keeping curls nourished, hydrated, and refreshed.
$35.50
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Product Specifications
Product type:
Shampoo
Best for:
Dry to Normal Curls, Dull Curls
Feels like:
Mild Creamy Foam
Essential Moisture Shampoo
Product Description
| Who is it for? | All Curl and Texture Types |
| Best for? | Dry to Normal Curls, Dull Curls |
| Frequency | Regular Wash Days |
| Feels Like | Mild Creamy Foam |
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Ingredients
Resurrection Flower
Desert plant that survives up to 3 years without water, known for its moisture-retention properties.
Aloe leaf
Often used for its moisturization properties.
Sunflower Oil
Lightweight oil rich in Vitamin E and fatty acids, great to add shine and make the hair soft.
Our mission is to provide clean, effective products that help you achieve the curls of your dreams. We’re constantly looking for feedback and finding ways to improve on existing formulas to deliver...
How to use
Step 1
Apply to wet hair and scalp and Massage vigorously Rinse thoroughly. Repeat.
Step 2
Massage gently but vigorously to clean the scalp and melt down all dirt and impurities.
Step 3
Rinse thoroughly until water runs clear. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to thoroughly cleanse the hair.
Step 4
Follow with the Curlsmith® Essential Moisture Conditioner to detangle and nourish your hair.
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Overall rating: 4.6385913 / 5 from 653 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
Essential Moisture Shampoo is praised for its ability to cleanse and moisturize hair, leaving it feeling clean, hydrated, and refreshed. Customers appreciate its pleasant smell and effective cleansing properties, though some feedback on curl improvement and lather is mixed.
Summary topics
- Hair Feel (20%): Based on a significant number of customers, the product makes their hair feel clean and moisturized.
- Customer Satisfaction (4%): It was noted by customers that the results they achieved with the product were great and they would purchase again.
- Product Scent (26%): Many customers appreciated the pleasant and great smell of the product, which was mentioned multiple times in the reviews.
- Cleansing Effectiveness (20%): Many customers expressed appreciation for the cleanser, stating that it effectively cleanses the scalp and hair.
- Hair Appearance (5%): It was observed by customers that this product leaves their hair feeling moisturized and healthier. (Common opinion)
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Review highlights
- "Finally my hair doesn't dry out when washed, even when I wash twice, and my scalp still feels clean and fresh!" —
- "I've been pairing this with the conditioner, my hair feels a lot healthier and smoother, and it smells lovely!" —
- "I love this shampoo so much, it's moisturizing but still cleans my scalp well and I love the smell" —
Reviews
Curlsmith Essential Shampoo & Frizz Duo Conditione
"I really liked how moisturized my hair felt after using these products. My hair usually feels very dry and almost hay-like, but after using the shampoo and conditioner, it felt softer, smoother, and didn’t feel as dry even after it dried."
Not my favourite
"It’s ok, but I don’t get a lather with this at all. I am liking the overall end result after using shampoo, conditioner & Weightless Air dry though."
Great Shampoo
"Fast shipping nice packaging. Shine returned and hair is well conditioned. Instructions were clear and I’m pleased with this product. Will buy again. Thank You!"
Best product hands down
"I recommend this product to everyone with curly hair! I have super wavy hair and this product makes my hair feel so good!"
Moisturizing
"I used this when I washed more frequently in the summer so as not to dry out my hair from a stronger shampoo. It works well -- moisturizing and not stripping."
I found co washing just
"I found co washing just wasn't enough so I moved to this. Wash 2/3 times weekly. Cleans sufficiently, non drying, no silicones, no suffetes. Works for me on 3rd bottle"
Good for curls, not so much for scalp
"In my experience, this shampoo was absolutely great for my curls definition. It gave them much life and hydration which they do need, especially in summertime. however, I would not recommend this if you have itchy scalp prone to dandruff. It just made it worse in that aspect. Other than that - go for it. Here's the video to show off my final result!"
Excellent but stiff
"Had to navigate website on my own for all three levels of orange product. I got shampoo, conditioner, and light airy conditioner. The conditioners work miraculously and noticeable strengthen my hair. However one of them builds up and a lot of shampoo proportional to conditioner is necessary to remove it. Facing hair loss the conditioner froze the comb overs in place all day without feeling sticky nor weird. Props. I just don’t trust the shampoo right now to do the job."
Essential Moisture Shampoo
"A gentle cleansing shampoo that goes well with my hair following with the conditioner. Leaves my wash okay moisture"
Q&A
- Is this line of shampoo and conditioner suitable for low porosity hair?
- Hi Ana, Thank you for reaching out! We completely understand wanting to make sure you're choosing the best products for your hair type. Yes, the Essential Moisture Shampoo and Conditioner can be suitable for low porosity hair, especially if your hair needs extra hydration. However, since low porosity hair can sometimes be prone to buildup or become weighed down by richer formulas, we recommend adjusting the amount used based on your hair’s needs and ensuring the products are rinsed thoroughly. If you’d like, we’d also be happy to recommend a routine tailored specifically to your hair goals! Thanks, Curlsmith
- I'm a regular user of your products (love them!) but I'm going to be in a classroom next week with someone who has an extreme sensitivity to fragrances (anaphylactic shock) and I'm wondering of I need to switch to something else during the class. Thanks!
- Hi Nancy, Thank you so much for reaching out, and we’re so glad to hear you’ve been loving our products! Since your classmate has an extreme fragrance sensitivity, we’d recommend being cautious, as the Essential Moisture Shampoo does contain fragrance. To help avoid any potential issues, it may be best to switch to a fragrance-free option during the class week. We really appreciate your thoughtfulness in checking ahead of time, and please let us know if there’s anything else we can help with! Thanks, Curlsmith
- Some sites and companies state that sodium chloride in schampoo can strip the hair of its natural oils and result in hair loss, where does Curlsmith stand in this?
- Hi JT, Thanks for reaching out to us. Curlsmith does not use sodium chloride as a primary ingredient in our shampoos. While sodium chloride (salt) is sometimes used to thicken shampoos, it can be drying for some hair types, especially if used in high concentrations. However, there is no scientific evidence linking sodium chloride to hair loss. Curlsmith formulates products with gentle, nourishing ingredients to support healthy hair and scalp. If you have further questions. Please reach out to us at hello@curlsmith.com and our team will be able to help you. Thanks, Curlsmith
- How does using the essential moisture cleanser and conditioner compare to the frizz control equivalents?
- The primary benefit of the Essential Moisture range is to focuses on moisturising and nourishing hair while gently removing dirt and product buildup. Whereas the Frizz Range focuses on taming frizz while removing build up :)
- Is this color safe?
- Hi Faith, Thanks for reaching out to us. Yes, the Essential Moisture Cleanser is color-safe. It’s formulated to gently cleanse while preserving the vibrancy of color-treated hair. If you have further question. Please reach out to us at hello@curlsmith.com and our team will be able to help you. Thanks, Curlsmith
- Is this gentle enough for everyday use?
- Our essential moisture shampoo gently cleanses the hair, helping remove dirt and product build-up but leaving your hair feeling nourished. Its foaming action gently cleanses without stripping the hair of moisture. It's suitable for frequent washes and is also safe for colored hair.
- Can this be used as a regular shampoo? Or is this something that should be used less frequently?
- It can be used as a regular cleanser
- Can this shampoo be used as a clarifying shampoo?
- No you can not. The Wash and Scrub Shampoo is our only clarifying shampoo.
- What is the pH of this shampoo?
- Hi Alexandria, Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We would love to assist you in finding the best product for your hair type. Please reach out to us at hello@curlsmith.com and our team will be able to help you. Thanks, Curlsmith
- Can this be used as a clarifying shampoo?
- Hi Janet, Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We would love to assist you in finding the best product for your hair type. Please reach out to us at hello@curlsmith.com and our team will be able to help you. Thanks, Curlsmith
