Best clarifying shampoo on Reddit

239 reviews from r/Naturalhair, r/Ulta, r/curlyhair and 21 more subreddits

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#1

Ouai

4.6
(23)
"Ouai is the only one i know of that is color safe."
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"I genuinely think OUAI DETOX shampoo is the best clarifying shampoo on the market"
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"Ouai Detox is the best I’ve ever used."
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"Ouai is the absolute best I’ve tried!"
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"Ouai clarifying shampoo is really good."
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"I really like Ouai’s clarifying shampoo."
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"I use ouai brand clarifying shampoo and their conditioner a couple of times a month, it works beautifully!!!"
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"Ouai detox. My clients all love it"
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"I love the Ouai clarifying shampoo and leave in conditioner"
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"Oaui clarifying shampoo is phenomenal."
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#2

Suave

4.2
(11)
"I use Suave Daily Clarifying Shampoo whenever I feel like my Garnier Fructis Sleek n Shine shampoo isn't doing it's job."
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"It’s blue. It’s cheap. It works great after I use a lot of dry shampoo or hair spray."
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"I have a long time love for the Suave Professionals Rosemary + Mint shampoo."
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"Suave Daily Clarifying shampoo is a great place to start for a general clarifying shampoo option."
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"You don’t need anything expensive!"
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"Suave clarifying shampoo"
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"I prefer Suave because the hair comes out almost squeaky clean."
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"A lot of people swear by the Suave clarifying one, and it's like 1 dollar."
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"A lot of people swear by the Suave clarifying one, and it's like 1 dollar."
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"Suave daily clarifying."
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#3

Olaplex

4.7
(9)
"Really like the olaplex clarifying shampoo for this."
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"I love the Olaplex clarifying shampoo."
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"Olaplex clarifying shampoo is my favorite "
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"Olaplex 4c"
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"You just have to leave it in for about 5 minutes but it does the trick."
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"It doesn’t leave your hair feeling dry and tangly."
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"I use the olaplex one and i really like how clean it made my scalp"
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"I like olaplex one, gives nice volume to the hair."
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"Olaplex"
#4

Redken

4.6
(9)
"Redken cleansing cream!!! Omg the BEST clarifying shampoo I ever used."
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"I like the redken clarifying cream shampoo 😌 it has AHA in it"
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"Redken cleansing cream is my absolute favorite for clarifying!"
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"Redken cleansing cream all the way."
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"My personal favorite."
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"And Redken rounds out my top three recommendations."
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"Redken, Quai."
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"Redken Cleansing Cream hands down."
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"Redken clarifying cleansing cream."
#5

Bumble and Bumble

4.8
(8)
"The absolutely queen of clarifying though, but super expensive."
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"The ultimate is Bumble and Bumble Sunday shampoo - very expensive but you don’t need loads."
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"Is great. I live in a hard water area and it's a chelating shampoo."
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"I love bumble and bumble sunday clay wash!!"
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"Bumble and Bumble Sunday Shampoo is my fav!!"
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"It gives you the proper clean feeling."
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"Another vote for Bumble & Bumble Sunday shampoo."
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"Bb Sunday shampoo! I used to use Ouai Detox."
#6

Pantene

4.2
(9)
"Amazing."
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"Pantene lively clean. Costs about 60 bucks, best clarifying shampoo ever."
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"Cheapest and surprisingly great for clarifying."
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"For clarifying I use the Pantene Aqua light and make sure to deep condition after."
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"Try Pantene lively clean. Costs less than 70/-"
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"Pantene micellar shampoo does a great job of clarifying for me."
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"Pantene licely clean & detoxie"
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"Pantene lively clean"
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"Pantene clarifying shampoo."
#7

Paul Mitchell

4.3
(8)
"Paul Mitchell Tea Tree (dark green bottle)"
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"Both of my teens use the Paul Mitchell Clarifying Shampoo two for years and it's been great."
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"Paul Mitchell Shampoo Two."
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"Paul Mitchell Shampoo Three is the most intense one, it was made for swimmers."
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"Also the suave $2 one is pretty good."
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"It has a nice citrusy smell cleans very nicely."
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"Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Special Shampoo"
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"I personally use the Paul Mitchell one it’s a little more budget friendly."
#8

Malibu

4.7
(6)
"Hands down Malibu Un do the goo or hard water. First time my hair feels amazing and hydrated during shampoo."
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"Un-do-goo shampoo! I started using it s few months ago and plan on repurchasing"
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"Malibu undo goo shampoo!!!!!"
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"I use malibu! Added bonus of smelling really nice too."
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"Use a clarifying shampoo like Undoo goo and follow up with a moisturizing shampoo."
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#9

Aveeno

4.0
(6)
"Very affordable, just make sure to deep condition afterwards!"
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"Aveeno clarify and shine shampoo works well and not too pricey."
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"Aveeno do an Apple Cider Vinegar shampoo (and conditioner) and I feel like that was quite clarifying."
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"Aveeno Apple Cider Vinegar Clarifying Shampoo is nice."
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"I like the Aveeno Clarifying shampoo!"
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#10

Noughty

4.6
(5)
"I like the Noughty Detox Dynamo!"
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"The Noughty Detox Dynamo clarifying (and chelating) shampoo is excellent."
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"Leaves my London hard water ruined hair super soft and bouncy!"
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"It doesn't make my hair feel stripped back and doesn't make my head itch like a lot of clarifying shampoos."
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"It seems to work well"
#11

Kristen Ess

5.0
(4)
"I love it."
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"I really like the Kirsten Ess clarifying shampoo!"
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"I LOVE the Kristen Ess clarifying a shampoo. It’s super effective and doesn’t irritate my skin."
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"After using the shampoo, my hair felt cleaner than it has in years."
#12

Kinky Curly

4.8
(4)
"Kinky Curly Come Clean for sure."
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"I swear by Kinky Curly Come Clean"
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"Kinky curly come clean is a good clarifying shampoo."
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"I like Kinky Curly Come Clean."
#13

Malibu C

4.5
(4)
"Malibu c undoo goo and kinky curly come clean!"
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"Malibu Un-Do Goo is fantastic."
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"Malibu C goo undoo."
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"I want to try the Un-do-goo by Malibu C. It’s a sulfate free clarifying shampoo"
#14

Ouidad

4.3
(4)
"Ouidad Clarifying Shampoo"
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"I'd recommend trying the Ouidad Water Works Clarifying Shampoo if you want clarification without stripping too much."
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"I use the Ouidad Water Works, because I have hard water."
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"I really like Ouidad Twist gentle clarifying shampoo."
#15

Neutrogena

4.0
(4)
"Probably my favorite is Neutrogena T-Sal, but it can be drying."
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"I still have half a large bottle of Neutrogena clarifying shampoo, and I'm going to be so sad when it's empty."
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"Try Neutrogena T-Sal or Vanicream Dandruff Shampoo."
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"Another Fav, works wonderfully."
#16

Design Essentials

5.0
(3)
"Design Essentials Oat Protein & Henna Deep Cleansing Shampoo."
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"I love Design Essentials Oat Protein and Henna Deep Cleansing Shampoo!"
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"I love Design Essentials Oat Protein and Henna Deep Cleansing Shampoo!"
#17

Kristin Ess

5.0
(3)
"The Kristen was clarifying is SO good at removing all of the gunk."
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"Kristin Ess - Deep Clean Clarifying Shampoo. Definitely condition after"
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"I really love the Kristin ess deep clean shampoo -the pink one."
#18

Odele

4.7
(3)
"I really like the odele clarifying shampoo !"
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"Odele has a really good affordable one!"
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"Odele Clarifying is what I use. It's clarifying but not stripping, has a neutral scent and best of all, costs $12."
#19

As I Am

4.7
(3)
"As i am curly clarity shampoo"
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"Love it!!"
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"The As I am Curl Clarity shampoo worked really well for my low porosity 2B/C protein sensitive hair!"
#20

Pattern

4.7
(3)
"The Pattern cleansing shampoo is great."
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"I can definitely tell a difference."
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"I've had good experiences with Pattern's clarifying shampoo."
#21

Herbal Essences

4.3
(3)
"It's cheap, easily available and does the job of removing buildup pretty well!"
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"Herbal essences clarifying shampoo"
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"Some of the herbal essences shampoos."
#22

VO5

4.0
(3)
"VO-5 Clarifying Shampoo."
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"I’ve have good luck with the VO5 clarifying shampoo"
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"For a cheap and good one id recommend the V05 daily clarifying shampoo."
#23

Wella

5.0
(2)
"I was using *gasp* Head and Shoulders... It cleaned my scalp and hair like no other."
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"Wella Purifying - best one I've used."
#24

Eden Bodyworks

5.0
(2)
"Eden bodyworks Tea tree and peppermint clarifying shampoo."
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"I’ve heard good reviews on the Eden bodywork’s peppermint tea tree clarifying shampoo."
#25

K18

5.0
(2)
"K18 detox shampoo and then the Olaplex moisture mask"
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"I recently bought K18’s peptide clarifying shampoo and that’s been excellent"
#26

Christophe Robin

5.0
(2)
"Works for me!"
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"Its the sea salt scrub from Christophe Robin."
#27

4U by Tia

4.5
(2)
"I love the 4u by tia line. Her clarifying shampoo is great."
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"I personally use 4U by Tia Clarifying Shampoo ($9)."
#28

Purezero

4.5
(2)
"I like Purezero apple cider vinegar shampoo. It's inexpensive at Target."
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"I like Purezero apple cider vinegar shampoo."
#29

Alberto Balsam

4.5
(2)
"Personally I love Alberto balsam shampoo for clarifying."
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"Alberto balsam cheap basic shampoo is the best for my hair."
#30

Mizani

4.5
(2)
"Mizani Moisture Fusion Gentle Clarifying Shampoo, Cleanses Hair to Remove Buildup."
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"I second the Mizani Gentle Clarifying Shampoo!"
#31

Drybar

4.5
(2)
"I use drybar On the rocks Charcoal clarifying shampoo and I love it."
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"Drybar on the rocks detox shampoo!"
#32

Ion

4.5
(2)
"Ions hard water shampoo- chelating and at sallys does exactly what the paul Mitchell shampoo does but is waaayyy cheaper."
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"Ion Crystals Chelating Shampoo"
#33

Texture ID

4.5
(2)
"Texture ID clarifying shampoo is amazing."
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"Texture ID Curl Clarifying Shampoo from Sally’s."
#34

Curlsmith

4.5
(2)
"Really enjoy the curlsmith one, seems to not dry out my curls but take all the gunk off my scalp."
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"I use the Curlsmith wash & scrub detox shampoo every week and love that it doesnt strip my hair too much."
#35

AG Care

4.0
(2)
"I've also heard the AG care boost apple cider shampoo is a good clarifier."
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"I've also heard the AG care boost apple cider shampoo is a good clarifier, but i haven't used it."
#36

KeraCare

4.0
(2)
"KeraCare 1st lather shampoo for clarifying."
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"Keracare first lather shampoo."
#37

Kenra

4.0
(2)
"I like the Kenra clarifying shampoo!"
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"I really like the Kenra Clarifying Shampoo."
#38

Briogeo

4.0
(2)
"I prefer the one from Briogeo (the charcoal + coconut oil scalp scrub)."
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"Briogeo makes one. [Briogeo detox shampoo]"
#39

Head & Shoulders

4.0
(2)
"Head & Shoulders works well and it doesn't strip your hair like dish soap."
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"Head & Shoulders Clinical Strength Dry Scalp Rescue Anti-Dandruff Shampoo. Tried it for the first time the other day as a last resort and it did not disappoint."
#40

Loreal

3.5
(2)
"Loreal Professional Pure Resource."
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"Works alright for my oily scalp but makes my ends extremely dry."
#41

Giovanni

5.0
(1)
"I've been using Giovanni tea tree triple treat shampoo. Doesn't leave any residue."
#42

Living Proof

5.0
(1)
"Living Proof Clarifying Shampoo is great!"
#43

NatureLab

5.0
(1)
"I love the NatureLab 2in1 scalp scrub & clarifying shampoo!"
#44

Not Specified

5.0
(1)
"I personally love it. Low porosity 2a hair, all other clarifying shampoos in Indian market like Pantene and dove left my skin greasy but this one worked well!"
#45

OGX

5.0
(1)
"I picked up ogx tea tree mint shampoo once when I needed to get something affordable and ended up loving it!"
#46

Bounce Curl

5.0
(1)
"Bounce Curl gentle clarifying shampoo is a holy grail product for me."
#47

Adwoa Beauty

5.0
(1)
"Adwoa beauty clarifying shampoo blue tansy line."
#48

Neuma

5.0
(1)
"Neuma Renew shampoo… game changer."
#49

Lush

5.0
(1)
"Thats the best healthiest nice feeling clearing shampoo i've used."
#50

Cecred

5.0
(1)
"I tried cecred clarifying shampoo. It’s pricy but I legit felt like my head was the cleanest it ever has been."
#51

Flora and Curl

5.0
(1)
"Flora and curl citrus superfruit and Shea moisture Jamaican black castor oil strengthen and restore and my 2 favourite clarifying shampoos."
#52

Nizoral

5.0
(1)
"Nizoral is amazing at knocking out dandruff and the scalp condition you mention."
#53

Innersense

5.0
(1)
"I swear by Innersense products. They have a scalp detox and a clarifying shampoo."
#54

Trader Joe’s

5.0
(1)
"10/10."
#55

Redwin

5.0
(1)
"Redwin Tea tree!!!!! It’s 4$ at chemist and it REALLY gets the job done."
#56

Eden’s Bodyworks

5.0
(1)
"I love the Eden’s Bodyworks tea tree peppermint clarifying shampoo, gives a good clean without drying the hair out."
#57

Pacifica

5.0
(1)
"I love the Pacifica rosemary mint cleansing shampoo."
#58

R+Co

5.0
(1)
"I much prefer R+Co Oblivion Clarifying Shampoo."
#59

BounceCurl

5.0
(1)
"Look into BounceCurl! I’ve used their gentle clarifying shampoo for 3 years and it totally transformed my hair."
#60

Milkshake

5.0
(1)
"The milkshake clarifying shampoo is 10/10 for my curly hair."
#61

Virtue

5.0
(1)
"I just used their clarifying shampoo and don't feel like it weighs down my hair."
#62

Keranique

5.0
(1)
"One that I've been using for a while and can't recommend enough is Keranique's Clarifying Shampoo."
#63

Nothing But

5.0
(1)
"Nothing But Clarifying Shampoo. It has a nice gentle tingle."
#64

Kerastase

5.0
(1)
"Currently trying Kerastase Blonde Absolu Clarifying Shampoo which hydrates too."
#65

Aunt Jackie's

5.0
(1)
"It gives me a clean base every time without making my hair feel like straw."
#66

Kevin Murphy

5.0
(1)
"Great at removing hard water residue and isn’t super harsh."
#67

Twist

5.0
(1)
"My favorite is the Twist Hit Reset clarifying shampoo."
#68

Nexxus

5.0
(1)
"It’s clarifying but doesn’t leave my hair feeling too stripped."
#69

Yves Rocher

5.0
(1)
"My fav, works amazingly in cleansing the buildup, hair stays oil free for 6-7 days."
#70

Cécred

5.0
(1)
"Cécred is SO good! Highly recommend their clarifying"
#71

Garnier

4.0
(1)
"Garnier pure clean, though it does have oils in it."
#72

Sally Beauty

4.0
(1)
"I use this from Sally’s."
#73

ORS

4.0
(1)
"Ors creamy aloe shampoo is the best do-it-all shampoo."
#74

Dry Bar

4.0
(1)
"I’ve been using the dry bar charcoal shampoo and really like it maybe even more than the Ouai detox."
#75

Amika

4.0
(1)
"Amika is good."
#76

Maui Moisture

4.0
(1)
"I use the Maui moisture shampoo and conditioner in the hibiscus scent because that's what they claim in the lightest weight."
#77

Nioxin

4.0
(1)
"I just repurchased Nioxin 3"
#78

Mane n Tail

4.0
(1)
"I use mane n tail, the horse shampoo."
#79

Jessicurl

4.0
(1)
"Jessicurl just came out with a clarifying shampoo and I’m curious to see what that’s like"
#80

OSMO

4.0
(1)
"Try OSMO Scalp Therapy Detox - nice big bottle at a reasonable price."
#81

L'Oreal

4.0
(1)
"Loreal clay one. Dilute it and it works so good."
#82

Sulfur 8

4.0
(1)
"I use Sulfur 8 shampoo. It really does clarify your scalp."
#83

Arata

4.0
(1)
"I felt the arata super shampoo was good when it came to removing scalp build up."
#84

The Ordinary

4.0
(1)
"The ordinary sulphate 4%!"
#85

Luster's

4.0
(1)
"Luster’s pink conditioning shampoo"
#86

Aussie

4.0
(1)
"Aussie miracle moist shampoo"
#87

Acure

4.0
(1)
"Acure makes a great lemongrass clarifying shampoo."
#88

Dessert Essence

4.0
(1)
"Its all natural, big emphasis on plant based ingredients and extracts."
#89

Patanjali

4.0
(1)
"Honestly, patanjali kesh kanti. Strictly applied on my roots."
#90

Body Shop

4.0
(1)
"I like Body Shop's green tea shampoo."
#91

V05

4.0
(1)
"The V05 fruit shampoos are great basic clarifying options."
#92

Dawn

4.0
(1)
"The original Dawn dish soap does a great job."
#93

Verb

4.0
(1)
"I just tried the verb clarifying and liked it"
#94

Sukin

4.0
(1)
"I use Sukin Clarifying shampoo."
#95

Moroccanoil

4.0
(1)
"Moroccanoil clarifying shampoo and L’Oréal scalp advanced are my personal favourites."
#96

Cantu

4.0
(1)
"I use cantu for my clarifying shampoo."
#97

Anomaly

4.0
(1)
"Anomaly clarifying shampoo(black one) worked well for me."
#98

Johnson’s

4.0
(1)
"Johnson’s baby shampoo or bumble and bumble sunday shampoo."
#99

Fekkai

4.0
(1)
"I like Fekkai Apple Cider Detox Shampoo."
#100

Melanin

4.0
(1)
"Melanin African black soap shampoo."
#101

Peculiar Roots

4.0
(1)
"I use Peculiar roots ACV shampoo to clarify my hair."
#102

Keune

4.0
(1)
"I used Keune 1922 Deep Cleansing for my last shampoo."
#103

Lemon Fluff

4.0
(1)
"My beautician swears by Lemon Fluff."
#104

Umberto Giannini

4.0
(1)
"I don’t think it’s as harsh as some clarifying shampoos but I like that."
#105

Joico

4.0
(1)
"Is really good, although the fragrance is a bit strong for me."
#106

UG

4.0
(1)
"A good budget option."
#107

Mane and Tail

4.0
(1)
"Original mane and tail."
#108

Sebamed

3.0
(1)
"Sebamed anti dandruff shampoo is clarifying already."

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