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Curlsmith Core Strength Shampoo #1
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Curlsmith Core Strength Shampoo

$56.00

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Size:32.0 oz

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Benefits

  • Very gentle cleanser that gets rid of dirt and product build-up without stripping the hair of moisture
  • Enriched with proteins at low dosage, it can be used frequently without the risk of protein overload
  • Balancing protein-rich and moisturizing products in your routine is key to strengthen and protect the hair against damage. The more damaged and porous your hair is, the more protein-rich products you should use
  • Safe for color-treated hair
  • Suitable for frequent washes
  • Vegan, cruelty free, clean ingredients and curly girl friendly (no sulfates, silicones or drying alcohols)
  • Designed for all curls and texture types, this product is also suitable for straight hair

Key Ingredients

  • Gentle cleansers that don't strip hair's natural oils
  • Powerful patented active that targets and fortifies hair bonds
  • Hemp Seed & Rice Protein complex, completely plant-based alternative to animal keratin that helps the hair look stronger and more elastic
  • Blend of nutrient-rich superfoods (Prickly Pear, Kale, Guava, Shiitake Mushroom, Blackcurrant and Pumpkin Seeds)

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How To Use

Apply generously to wet hair. Massage vigorously into your scalp to break down dirt and product buildup. Rinse off thoroughly.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Decyl Glucoside, Peg-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate, Opuntia Tuna (Prickly Pear) Fruit Extract, Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Extract,* Psidium Guajava (Guava) Fruit Extract, Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Fruit Extract, Brassica Oleracea Acephala (Kale) Leaf Extract, Lentinus Edodes (Shiitake Mushroom) Extract,* Hydrolyzed Hemp Seed Extract, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Hydroxypropylgluconamide, Hydroxypropylammonium Gluconate, Glycerin, Propanediol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Polyquaternium-10, Citric Acid, Tartaric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Limonene, Linalool, Fragrance (Parfum).

*Organic Ingredients

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Key Ingredients

  1. View 1 Gentle Cleansers
  2. View 2 Hemp Seed Oil
  3. View 3 Rice Protein
  4. View 4 Bond Protection

How To Use

Step 1

Step 1

Wet your hair thoroughly, then dispense a generous blob of product on your palms and apply directly to the scalp.
Step 2

Step 2

Massage gently but vigorously to clear the scalp and melt down all dirt and product buildup.
Step 3

Step 3

Rinse thoroughly until water runs clear.
Step 4

Step 4

Follow with the Curlsmith Glow Perfecting Conditioner to detangle, boost shine and colour vibrancy.

Comparison Table

Product Comparison

Range

Strength Recipe

Moisture Recipe

Color Recipe

Scalp Recipe

Moisture Recipe

Scalp Recipe

Function

Step 1: Cleanse

Step 1&2: Cleanse & Condition

Step 1: Cleanse

Step 1: Cleanse

Step 2: Condition

Clarify Scalp

Product Type

Gentle Shampoo

Co-wash / 2in1

Gentle Shampoo

Clarifying Shampoo

Deep Conditioner

Gift Set

Description

Can be used frequently without the risk of protein overload

Most gentle, cleanses and conditions at the same time. Suitable for everyday washes

Delicate cleanser, suitable for frequent washes

Deep purifying action, to be used every 4-5 washes

Deep rich moisture for dry or coarse hair

Purifying system to deeply cleanse scalp from build-up

Contains Proteins?

Yes

No

No

No

No

No

Before & After

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How to get the best from your curls

Low-poo shampoo like this one is great for frequent cleanses, as the gentle surfactants do not strip the natural moisture from the hair, but for the best balanced routine make sure you also clarify with our Wash & Scrub every 4-5 washes to melt buildup and reset the scalp!

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Review Snapshot

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1041 ReviewsWrite a Review
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of respondents would recommend this to a friend
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Most Helpful Positive Review
I just finished using my

I just finished using my first bottle of Core Strength Shampoo and ordered my second one a few days ago. I ordered my first 12 oz bottle in December 2021 and had to reorder last week, in the first week of March 2022. I wash my hair 2-3 times a week, avoiding the ends of my hair and just washing th...

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Most Helpful Critical Review
Mixed feelings

Je ne sais pas trop quoi penser de ce shampoing : pours : - d'un côté il sent bon - il retire pour ma part bien les produits coiffant contre : - je trouve qu'il m'assèche vraiment beaucoup les cheveux, et me les emmêlent. Je peux à peine passer ma main dans les parties les plus endommagées par le ...

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If you have ultra curly hair, it's a game changer.

Submitted 27 days ago

By Tamera

From Georgetown, TN

Hair Type Very Curly Hair

Core Strength Shampoo helps my curls spring to life with weighing them down.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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A MUST try

Submitted 7 months ago

By SP

From Ohio

I started loosing mass amount of hair about 2 years ago, unbeknownst, it was due to my Shampoo (Biolage/ Joico/Redken) and Conditioner (same). Started using Quidad, noticed less hairloss, decided to try Curlsmith and was absolutely amazed. I have very LITTLE hairloss, I detangle in shower and brush my hair after shower. I have also noticed I have no hair shed/fall throughout the day, usually I am pulling hair off of myself and everything consistently. My itchy scalp has also been alleviated and I have noticeable new hair growth. The scent is like a dusty grape smell to me lol This line is Protein ENRICHED, not Protein RICH, there is a difference. I do use it in conjunction with the 3 in 1 Conditioner in the same line, using it as a regular wash out Conditioner then as a leave in (emulsified w/water). It has not caused a protein overload. The bottle is horrible to squeeze, I keep a stash of pumps from empty random bottles, pump works great 🤣 For reference: caucasion, 3B ringlets, medium porosity, super fine hair, daily hair washer, sometimes twice a day.

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Helped heal my damaged hair!!

Submitted 7 months ago

By Alex

From Chattanooga, TN

Hair Type Wavy Hair

I've been using this shampoo for well over a year now and it's really helped me significantly recover from the heat and bleach damage I did to my hair in college. I know some people have complained about excess hair loss but I haven't noticed anything beyond the normal loss I experience from brushing and washing. I've also seen some complain about dryness, I haven't experienced that at all, but I do only wash my hair twice a week so others may be having issues with that do to washing too often for their hair, or they kay just need to use it every other wash. If you're experiencing dryness it may also be a protein imbalance (too much protein, not enough moisture). I also use a leave in cream to help balance the protein with moisture and it works great for me.

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Skip on this one

Submitted 7 months ago

By Cici

From Chicago, IL

Not cleansing at all & too hard to dispense. I could see this working for finer hair types who need a gentle daily shampoo. I'm a fan of the Curlsmith Air Dry Cream. This.. not so much. Glad I bought this on sale. I will be gifting it.

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Tried twice and NO

Submitted 7 months ago

By Susie

From Minneapolis

I tried this twice thinking it might be better for my hair the second time and boy was I wrong. My hair is even more damaged and my hair feels like straw. :(

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