Balancing Clay Hair Cleanser

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
165 Reviews

Detoxes buildup and excess oil without stripping the scalp


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What is it?

This clay-to-lather, sulfate-free shampoo gently detoxes your scalp without stripping—removing buildup, excess oil, and pore-clogging impurities to reset your scalp’s natural balance. Powered by our proprietary pHyto-PowerVEDA™ Complex and 6-hair strengthening mineral clay, the shampoo deeply penetrates, detoxes, and strengthens hair long after wash day.

A waterless formula, 7x more concentrated than traditional shampoo, resulting in 3x more washes. Perfectly pH-balanced at 6.5.

What are the benefits?

Effectively remove buildup, grime, excess oil with detoxifying clay, strengthening your scalp skin barrier and strengthening your roots.

  • Detoxifies and exfoliates the scalp to boost a stronger scalp skin barrier.
  • Unclogs pores and helps reduce excess oil and product buildup, without overstripping.
  • Strengthens roots and reduces shedding for fuller, healthier hair over time.

No Silicones

No Synthetic Dyes

Vegan

No Sulphates

No Artificial Fragrances

Cruelty Free

How to use it?

Gentle to use daily if you have oily roots, fine hair. 1-2x a week for all other hair types. Activate the formula with wet hands, rub between palms until it melts into a lather, then massage in. Double cleanse if you have extra buildup or irritation. For all hair types and textures.

What are the ingredients?

†Glycerin, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate,† Kaolin Clay, Bentonite Clay (Indian Fuller's Earth Clay), †Coconut Acid, Vaccinium Corymbosum (Jamun/Blueberry) Seed, †Cetearyl Alcohol,†Polylactic Acid, †Sodium Isethionate,†Cocos Nucifera Oil (Coconut), Behentrimonium Methosulfate,†Tapioca Starch, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil (Moringa), Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil (Jojoba), Arnica Montana Flower Extract (Wolf's Bane), Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract (Bhingaraj), Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract, Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract (Amla), Natural Fragrance**, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol

†Naturally derived *Certified organic **Custom natural fragrance with notes of clary sage, vetiver, sandalwood

Frequently Asked Questions

Safe for?

Color-treated, keratin-treated, chemically-treated, and relaxed hair.

Free of?

Sulphates, silicones, phthalates, parabens, mineral oils, gluten, synthetic dyes, and fragrances. What you smell is the aroma of the natural ingredients.

Is it vegan and cruelty-free?

Yes and yes!

What does a waterless shampoo mean?

Traditional shampoo is made with 70-80% water to dilute and maximize volume, but we wanted to create a more effective shampoo that has no water and better ingredients. Our Balancing Clay Hair Cleanser uses 0% water and primarily clay and a gentle coconut-acid surfactant to cleanse and glycerin to hydrate and balance. This allows you to use less of the concentrate clay cleanser, and 1 jar lasts over 3x more than a liquid shampoo bottle.

Will this shampoo lather since it's a waterless formula with no sulphates?

Yes! It is formulated with a coconut-derived surfactant (lathering ingredient). Make sure your hands and hair are wet, take a scoop, rub the cleanser between your palms, and it will turn into a luscious lather.

How frequently should you use this shampoo?

That depends on your scalp and strand type. If you have an oilier scalp, with fine, thin hair, you can use it 4-5x/week as your regular shampoo. If you have a drier scalp with thicker waves and curls, use it 1x/week as a detox shampoo.

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Long-Term Real Results

98%

noticed less buildup and excess oil after using the cleanser

96%

felt the cleanser did not overstrip their scalp

89%

experienced less hair shedding after multiple uses of the cleanser

*based on a 4-week consumer perception study with 50 women

  • "Clay Cleanser restored my faith in hair care. Less time-consuming wash day without triggering my scalp dermatitis."

    BEST SHAMPOO FOR FINE HAIR

  • "Clay Cleanser restored my faith in hair care. Less time-consuming wash day without triggering my scalp dermatitis."

    BEST SHAMPOO FOR FINE HAIR

  • "I felt the most difference on my scalp, which was gritty and greasy going in, but emerged flake-free, restored."

    BEST PRE POO TREATMENT

  • "As we massaged the shampoo in, we were overcome by the delightful scent—it’s a little spicy, a little sweet, a little earthy."

    Best Shampoo For Dandruff

  • "The buttery shampoo lathers up and got rid of product build-up, dirt, and excess oil while leaving your hair and scalp soft and hydrated."

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  • "Not your ordinary dry shampoo. It includes rice starch and glycolic acid to absorb excess oil and remove buildup."

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4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
Based on 165 reviews
Reviews Summary
Customers say this clay cleanser leaves hair feeling clean without being stripped. Many reviews mention improved texture and manageability, with users noting softer, shinier results. The product creates a good lather and has a pleasant herbal scent. While some find it requires practice to use effectively, most report being able to extend time between washes. Several mention the unique creamy texture that transforms with water. Common feedback includes appreciation for the thorough cleansing while maintaining moisture balance. A few note finding small particles after rinsing, though most find this manageable.
165 reviews
  • JN
    Julia N.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    Deep cleaning

    I have fairly thin, curly hair (3a) and found this shampoo to cleanse and hydrate my scalp with only a small amount. I also like the herbal scent!

  • KS
    Kristen S.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    Best cleanser

    Hands down best hair cleanser Ive found for my thick, wavy, but fine hair type.

  • AP
    ANABELLA P.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    great but...

    i have tried many shampoos for oily/flaky/itchy scalp issues and never saw any difference in my hair/scalp except the day i actually wash it. by the following day my scalp is oily and itchy, always! gave this cleanser a shot since i have been reading about ayurveda for some time and i know it works; however, balancing scalp issues is an inside job and no shampoo in this whole world will "fix" it. by inside job i mean nutrition - whatever we ingest will reflect on our skin. a balanced diet will fix that and unfortunate for me i have a very bad sugar problem so there it is. with that being said, this cleanser did manage to change the feel/texture of my hair - it feels thicker and less frizzy - which i am very happy about. it also leaves my hair smelling delicious all day long so overall i am happy with this purchase and will continue to use it. gave 4 stars because i don't agree with the marketing strategies that are used by everyone nowadays.

  • KS
    katie/adam s.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 months ago
    GREAT stuff!!!

    All of the product line is exceptional!

  • H
    Harmony
    I recommend this product
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    2 months ago
    4 Stars

    My hair used to get oily by the end of day after washing it. After using this, it looks and feels clean for two days now!

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