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Summary
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Redken's Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo is sulfate-free for all types of damaged hair looking to strengthen hair, reinforce weakened bonds, and lessen breakage.
Benefits
- Provides ultimate strength repair, intense conditioning and color fade protection
- Concentrated bonding care complex reinforces weakened bonds within your hair to improve hair strength and resiliency
- pH-balancing formula has an acidic pH to defend against the negative effects of hair coloring, styling tools, and even water, which has a pH of 7, to balance hair's pH back into a healthy range of 4.5-5.5
- For all hair types and textures
- Fresh citrus and floral fragrance has top notes of orange, bergamot, marine, middle notes of freesia, peach and rose, and bottom notes of cedarwood, sandalwood and amber
Key Ingredients
- Citric Acid, an alpha hydroxy acid, which helps reinforce weakened bonds
Research Results
- 2x less breakage*
- 82% less visible split ends**
- 11x smoother hair**
- *When used as a system of Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo and Conditioner vs. non-conditioning shampoo
- **When used as a system of Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo, Conditioner and Leave-In Treatment vs. non-conditioning shampoo
- Combats 1 year of visible damage in 1 use* (*system of acidic bonding concentrate intensive treatment, shampoo, conditioner, leave-in vs. undamaged hair)
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Apply a quarter-sized amount to wet hair, lather and rinse. Increase amount based on hair type. Follow with Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner and Acidic Bonding Leave-In-Treatment.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse them immediately. Sunburn Alert: This product contains an Alphy Hydroxy Acid (AHA) that may increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. Wear protective clothing and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards.
Aqua/Water/Eau, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Panthenol, Glycerin, Dimethicone, PEG-150 Distearate, Ppg-5-Ceteth-20, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Peg-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate, Propylene Glycol, Carbomer, Parfum/Fragrance, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Polyquaternium-67, Salicylic Acid, Amodimethicone, Sodium Phytate, Glycol Distearate, Coco-Betaine, Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer, Limonene, Trideceth-6.
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- Q
how often should you use this shampoo and conditioner
- Asked by Beth
- Official Answer By Redken - BEHi there! We appreciate your interest in our Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo and conditioner. It is safe to use regularly or as often as you wash your hair with shampoo and conditioner.Was this answer helpful to you
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Would this shampoo and conditioner good to use for blonde extensions?
- Asked by Lex
- Official Answer By Redken - BEHi there, thanks for your question. We don't test all products on hair extensions, so we can't provide specific usage guidelines. For best results, consult the extension manufacturer. We also recommend Blondage Shampoo which is suitable for all blonde hair types.Was this answer helpful to you
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I wash my hair everyday bc it get oily, can I use this shampoo everyday?
- Asked by Mia
- Official Answer By Redken - BEHi there, thanks for your question. Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo is formulated for intense repair and pH balance. While it is safe for frequent use, for optimal daily oil management and sustained scalp health, we recommend alternating with a shampoo specifically formulated for oily hair or frequent washing. This approach ensures you address both oiliness and hair repair effectively.Was this answer helpful to you
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I have damaged curly hair does this help get my curls back or try to help them more than any other shampoo? does is damage my curls that i do have left?
- Asked by Dianny
- Official Answer By Redken - BEHi there, thanks for your question. For damaged curly hair, Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo is formulated to strengthen and fortify weakened bonds, which can revitalize your curls. It's formulated to repair and protect, not to cause further damage. For optimal curl enhancement and repair specifically for curly hair, we recommend our Acidic Bonding Curls Shampoo.Was this answer helpful to you
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What is the ph of this shampoo?
- Asked by ctip
- Official Answer By Redken - BEHi there! We appreciate your interest in our products. Redken considers formulas for our products proprietary. The pH of any given product is not a measure of the product's efficacy. Our products are developed to be compatible with the natural biology of the hair and skin. It is our unique formula and technology that provides the desired result. As a company committed to the highest quality products, we take special care to ensure that all ingredients we use are safe. We continually evaluate the most current information about our ingredients. We hope this information is helpful.Was this answer helpful to you
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Is this for thick damaged hair from coloring and highlights. Now I'm trying to go gray with just highlights. Hair is very dry frizzy with some breakage
- Asked by frizzy
- Official Answer By Redken - BEHi there! We appreciate your interest in our Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo. Acidic Bonding Concentrate can be used on all hair types and textures - even the most damaged, processed hair. These products are also suitable for color-treated hair. It is designed to repair strength and resiliency while intensely conditioning and adding softness and shine. We hope this information helps!Was this answer helpful to you
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Does this product contain oils?
- Asked by JR
- Official Answer By Redken - BEHi there, Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo is formulated with Citric Acid Bonding Care Complex, which builds bonds and strengthens hair. We recommend viewing the full ingredients list available on website.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
does leave in conditioner weigh hair down? Can shampoo be used by itself?
- Asked by Luna
- Official Answer By Redken - BEHi! Thanks for contacting us about Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo. You'll get the best results from this product when using the entire Acidic Bonding Concentrate system.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this sulfate free?
- Asked by Val T
- Official Answer By Redken - BEHi there, thanks for your question. Redken's Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo is sulfate-free for all types of damaged hair looking to strengthen hair, reinforce weakened bonds, and lessen breakage. We're confident it'll meet your hair needs.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Do I wash daily
- Asked by Doo
- Official Answer By Redken - BEHi there, thank you for asking about Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo. Yes, you can use this as a daily shampoo. We hope you give it a try.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this helpful for a dry scalp?
- Asked by Informed
- Official Answer By Redken - BEHi there! We appreciate your interest in Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo. This shampoo offers strength repair for dry, damaged hair. It reinforces weakened bonds with immediately visible results. We hope you find this information helpful!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Hi I have natural gray hair more on the white side. Thin.but still have alot of hair especially from mid length on. Will be this ok to use since my hair is natural and I dont use heat on my hair?
- Asked by JD
- Official Answer By Redken - BEHello there! We appreciate you reaching out about Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo! This shampoo is suitable for all hair types! We hope you find this information helpful!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
blonde, just got my hair re-highlighted. How do I use Redkin Color Extend blondage shampoo and conditioner, Redkin Acidic color gloss shampoo and conditioner, and Redkin Acidic bonding concentrate shampoo and conditioner?
- Asked by 3 products after updated highlights
- Official Answer By Redken - BEHello there! Thanks for reaching out about our products! We recommend the following steps for Redken Acidic Bonding Shampoo: Apply a quarter-sized amount to wet hair, lather and rinse. Increase amount based on hair type. Follow with Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner and Acidic Bonding Leave-In-Treatment. For Redken's Color Extend Magnetics we recommend the following: Use as a complete system with Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner. Apply to wet hair, massage into a lather, rinse. Follow with Conditioner. In case of contact with eyes, rinse them immediately. We hope you find this information helpful.Was this answer helpful to you
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Hi there, what is the difference between this product & the acidic color gloss?
- Asked by Steff
- Official Answer By Redken - BEHello there! We appreciate you reaching out about Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo. This is our most concentrated all-in-one formula for strength repair for all types of damaged hair, this rich, luxurious vegan & sulfate-free shampoo provides ultimate strength repair, intense conditioning & color fade protection. Redken's Acidic Color Gloss Shampoo is a ph-balanced acidic sulfate-free shampoo for color-treated hair to help prolong salon-grade haircolor and add intense shine. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Does this clarify your hair?
- Asked by CuriousChick
- Official Answer By Redken - BEHello there, thank you for asking about Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo. This is not a clarifying shampoo. We recommend using HAIR CLEANSING CREAM CLARIFYING SHAMPOO.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I have well water and as a result my hair is now damaged. Will this help repair some of the damage done by well water?
- Asked by HelpMyHair
- Official Answer By Redken - BEHi there, thank you for asking about Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo. Yes, this will start to help your damaged hair. We hope you give it a try.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
my hair isnt damaged. just hair loss and thinning . will this work?
- Asked by oda
- Official Answer By Redken - BEHi, While Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo excels at repairing damage, it may not be the best solution for hair loss and thinning. It primarily strengthens weakened bonds and prevents breakage, which can sometimes make hair appear thinner. Redken Extreme Length line, formulated with biotin, can also help fortify hair and reduce breakage. For personalized recommendations based on your specific concerns, we also recommend consulting a Redken stylist to achieve your desired result.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
How is this different from the color extend magnetics line?
- Asked by fading color
- Official Answer By Redken - BEHi there! We appreciate your interest in our products! Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo helps provide pH balance, strength, and conditioning with a bonding care complex formula. You can expect this shampoo to provide ultimate strength repair, intense conditioning & color fade protection. The Color Extend Magnetics sulfate-free Shampoo for color treated hair protects hair color from fading and enhanced vibrancy. We hope you find this information helpful.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
If using all three of the ABC line products help lighten dark brown hair ? I tried all three for a few weeks and was asked if i gotten high lights! My hair seems to be a tad lighter.. not complaining about it tho because i love it.
- Asked by Jtz
- Official Answer By Redken - BEHi there, thank you for asking about the Acidic Bonding Concentrate Line. Please give us a call at 1-800-423-5280 Mon-Fri 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST. We would like to speak to you more about your results. We look forward to speaking to you.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
can this be used daily?
- Asked by mom of 2
- Official Answer By Redken - BEHi there, thank you for asking about Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo. Yes, you can use this daily. We hope you give this a try.Was this answer helpful to you
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Most Helpful Positive Review
A Godsend
I received these #complimentary products from @redken and @influenster in exchange for my honest feedback…. ✔️Totally worth getting the whole set for better results. My hair is loving it! This in my opinion is comparable to Olaplex, but so much better. ◾️If your looking for a good PH balanced...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Ruined my friend's hair color
I received this product free in exchange for writing a review. When I realized it's for colored hair, I gave it to a friend who recently got her hair colored by a professional at a salon. While using this shampoo. she saw the color coming out of her hair going into the bathtub. When she was finished...
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Great Shampoo
I've been using this shampoo for about 6 months, and while I'm not a fan of the conditioner, I love the shampoo. I make sure to double cleanse my hair: wet entire head and go in with the first rinse with shampoo, rinse out, and go back in with another lather of shampoo (the second time gets better lather) — make sure to thouroughly go through the scalp. I then use a mask to make sure my hair is nice and soft (I don't like the conditioner, does nothing for my hair). The scent of the shampoo is pleasant and I feel like I have a happy and healthy scalp!! No buildup. I have pretty long hair, about 3 inches from my hips (I'm 5'7). It's quite dense but my hairdresser says I have thin strands. Shampoo is great, the matching conditioner, pass on it.
BLONDES BEWARE
Hair Type Wavy Hair
This shampoo will remove your toner if you have blonde-toned hair. It is a very good shampoo and definitely makes your hair feel much healthier and softer, but it will 100% remove your toner. I only used it 2 times, and my toner was washed out.
Love this Shampoo
Hair Type Wavy Hair
I love Redken ABC. My hair takes a lot of damage due to the lighting and dyeing I do to it and this helps so much to keep it looking, feeling and actually healthy.
Wanted to love this product
I really wanted to love this line of products because it had decent reviews and smelled so good. I had bought the shampoo, conditioner, and leave in treatment from the acidic bonding line and it did not do as it claims to do. After one use, I developed a rash on my face, ears, and scalp. It also dried my hair to a crisp. I do have blonde highlights and my hair is decently healthy but this product did a number on it. This shampoo + conditioner made my hair super frizzy, crunchy, and it would snap off in clumps when gently brushing it. Hopefully this works better for someone else!
Great Smelling Shampoo
Hair Type Straight Hair
This shampoo makes my hair feel thicker. It is shiny and smells fantastic.