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Gentle Shampoos

Sephora customers often prefer the following products when searching for Gentle Shampoos.

Gentle shampoos are free from harsh chemicals, sulfates, and artificial fragrances, making them suitable for sensitive scalps and those with delicate hair. Gentle shampoos typically contain nourishing and natural ingredients like aloe vera, chamomile, and oat extracts, which help soothe and hydrate the scalp. They provide a gentle cleansing experience, leaving the hair feeling soft, clean, and refreshed.

shu uemuraGentle Radiance Clarifying Shampoo for All Scalp & Hair Types

ITEM: 2592558

Size: 13.4 oz / 400 mL

113 Reviews

$87.00

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It lathers well too which is something I love in my shampoos. It’s done wonders for my dry brittle hair with its gentle yet effective formula. ...Super gentle and give the best deep clean...This shampoo makes it feel super clean, but is super gentle.

What it is: A lightweight clarifying shampoo, for all scalp and hair types, that deeply cleanses to remove dirt, oil, and product buildup for softer hair with a shiny finish.

Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Texture: Coily, Curly, Straight, and Wavy

Hair Concerns:
- Dryness
- Shine
- Scalp Buildup

$38.00

What it is: A gentle, hypoallergenic, dermatologist-approved shampoo with nourishing and soothing ingredients—and without fragrance or essential oils.

Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Concerns:
- Dryness
- Shine
- Color Safe

Key Benefits:
- Gentle and free of essential oils
- Soothes the skin
- Calms, nourishes, and hydrates

Formulation: Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Aloe Vera: Contains vitamins and minerals known to provide antimicrobial and irritation-minimizing benefits.
- Oat Milk: Contains polysaccharides and is rich in omega-6 fatty acids and vitamin B.

CurlsmithCurl Reset Detox Shampoo

ITEM: 2875805

Size: 8 fl oz/237 ml

23 Reviews

$38.00

I absolutely love this shampoo! I love that it feels like a gentle exfoliator cleansing my scalp! ...I also feel it’s gentle and not drying.

What it is: A deep-cleansing shampoo that removes buildup, dirt, and hard water minerals—without leaving hair feeling stripped or dry.


Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily


Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick


Hair Concerns:
- Dandruff

- Flaky, Dry Scalp

- Oily Scalp

$19.00

Frizz Control Shampoo...Complimentary from Moroccanoil. The Frizz Control Shampoo is very gentle and nourishing to my hair and scalp. ...Light weight shampoo that packs a serious punch, this shampoo has been gentle on my scalp while also lathering for good deep cleaning that leaves my hair lifted when it dries.

What it is: A gentle, nourishing shampoo to fight frizz, flyaways, and static while protecting hair against the effects of humidity.

Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Concerns:
- Frizz
- Shine

Key Benefits:
- Reduces frizz, flyaways, and static
- Protects against humidity
- Boosts softness and shine

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Argan Oil: Nourishes, enhances manageability, and reduces frizz.
- Jackfruit Extract: Hydrates the hair for increased frizz resistance.
- Amaranth Oil: Binds to the hair fiber to protect its keratin structure.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens and sulfates SLS & SLES. It is also crue

CurlsmithEssential Moisture Shampoo

ITEM: 2640431

Size: 12 oz / 355 mL

53 Reviews

$35.50

I really like how this cleanser when applied, it foams up very easily. I like how it’s gentle on my scalp and it doesn’t strip my hair from its oils. ...I how the fact that this shampoo is gentle on my hair especially since my hair is chemically treated.

What it is: A gentle, moisturizing shampoo that cleanses the hair and is designed for all curl types, even straight hair.

Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Concerns:
- Curl-Enhancing
- Dryness
- Frizz

Key Benefits:
- Tames frizz
- Defines curls
- Gentle on scalp

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Resurrection Flower: Moisture-retention properties.
- Sunflower Seed Oil: Lightweight oil rich in vitamin E.
- Andiroba: Known for its nurturing, stimulating benefits.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydr

$19.00

Moroccanoil Shampoo is a luxurious, hydrating shampoo that leaves hair feeling soft, smooth, and nourished. ...My hair feels so soft after this shampoo!...This shampoo is gentle but really effective. I love that it helps with both hydration and reducing visible flakes.

What it is: A sulfate-free shampoo with salicylic acid and niacinamide to improve scalp hydration and visibly reduce flakes, oiliness, and itchiness.

Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Concerns:
- Dryness
- Flaky, Dry Scalp
- Oily Scalp

Key Benefits:
- Hydrates the scalp and soothes discomfort
- Visibly reduces flakes, oiliness, and redness
- Cleanses without stripping natural oils

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Argan Oil: Is an antioxidant-rich, natural oil that nourishes the hair and scalp.
- Salicylic Acid: Is a gentle exfoliant that visibly reduces flakes and prevents oil buildup.
- Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): Calms scalp

$35.50

Awesome gentle cleansing shampoo...I use it by sudsing up a bit in my hands and then applying to my scalp by rubbing in gentle motion. I love that the ingredients are gentle and have plant based stem cells. ...This cleansing yet gentle shampoo that will revive flat hair and leave you with luscious bouncy curls!

What it is: A cleansing yet gentle shampoo that will revive flat hair and leave you with luscious bouncy curls.

Hair Type: Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Concerns:
- Curl-Enhancing
- Dryness
- Volumizing

Key Benefits:
- Provides immediate volume to your hair*
- Increases volume by 153% transforming flat curls from dull to plumped and bouncy*
- Revives flat hair

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Plant Based Stem Cell Complex: Nourishes the hair cortex.
- Calendula Flower: Energizes hair follicles.
- Arnica Montana Flower: Has nourishing properties.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents,

MoroccanoilMini Color Care Shampoo

ITEM: 2654267

Size: 2.4 oz / 70 mL

326 Reviews

$19.00

I received a travel sized sample of this product as a complimentary from Moroccanoil in exchange of my honest review. This color care shampoo is great! It smells sooo good and very gentle on the scalp....Great shampoo!...Highly recommend this shampoo along with the conditioner if you dye your hair & are looking for a gentle set that won't strip your color!

What it is: A pH-balanced, sulfate-free shampoo that helps protect against color fade while imparting radiant shine.

Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Concerns:
- Shine
- Color Safe
- Color Fading

Key Benefits:
- Extends the life of hair color
- Enhances vibrancy and shine
- Promotes healthier-looking hair

Highlighted Ingredients:
- ArganID™: Infuses argan oil into hair's cortex, helping to seal and repair the hair.
- Sun Protection Quat: Color defense shield that helps protect hair from color loss and damage.
- Pomegranate Extract: Helps to protect keratin from environmental aggressors.

Ingredient Callo

$65.50

Pattern amazes me every time. This shampoo did not tangle my hair like most shampoos have done in the past. ...Hydrating and gentle!...This is a wonderful nourishing gentle shampoo!!

What it is: A creamy, gentle hydrating shampoo that softly lathers to cleanse your hair and scalp removing build-up and dirt without stripping away moisture.

Hair Texture: Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Concerns:
- Curl-Enhancing
- Dryness
- Scalp Build Up

Key Benefits:
- Removes build up and dirt without stripping away moisture
- Cleanses hair and scalp while leaving hair hydrated
- Hair is left healthy and hydrated

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Aloe and Honey: Natural humectants that attract hydration.
- Coconut Oil: Seals in hydration.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates

$27.00

Gentle Detox...This is a gentle detox shampoo that I would say is great for those with dry hair and color treated hair. ...Unlike other harsh clarifying shampoos, it’s gentle and leaves your hair feeling incredibly soft and shiny.

What it is: A gentle clarifying shampoo that deeply cleanses hair, removing product and pollution buildup, excess oil, and heavy metals deposited from hard water.


Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily


Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick

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“For everyone saying it’s not good because of how it drys out your hair or it’s too squeaky clean... it’s only meant to be used once or twice a week maybe even less. It’s a clarifying shampoo so it removes dirt and oils and buildup”
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“Also it’s supposed to be one of the most natural dry shampoo options available at Sephora”
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“This product is a must if you have never ending itchy scalp due to dry weather and sensitive scalp! im so glad i tried it out”
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“My hair is highlighted, partially-toned, straight, and maybe somewhat thin. I usually use shampoos especially formulated for blondes or for sensitive scalps”
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