Strengthen & Restore Shampoo
SheaMoisture
🔬 Under the Microscope
⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
A cult classic for a reason. This shampoo is protein-rich, scalp-stimulating, and designed to help curls recover from heat, color, breakage, or stress. It has strong ingredients like castor oil, hydrolyzed keratin, and peppermint, making it ideal for damage repair and growth support. Not for daily use, but fantastic as a restorative step in your curl routine.
💧 Health, Benefits & Quality Ratings
Health ⭐⭐⭐½☆ (3.5/5)
Includes gentle surfactants and castor oil, but also has hydrolyzed keratin, peppermint oil, and fragrance, which may be too much for sensitive scalps or protein-sensitive curlies. No sulfates, no silicones — but still needs balance with moisture in your routine.
Benefits ⭐⭐⭐⭐½☆ (4.5/5)
Incredible for strengthening weak strands and minimizing breakage. Contains multiple proteins, vitamins, panthenol, and castor oil, which help fortify hair over time and promote healthy growth — especially for high-manipulation or protective-style wearers.
Quality ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
Solid formulation with a strong base of certified organic and fair trade ingredients. Some buildable conditioners and strong essential oils are present, so not for everyone — but it does what it promises.
🌀 Best Curl Type Compatibility
2A–2C (Wavy) ⚠️
3A–3B (Curly)✅
3C–4A (Tightly Curly)✅
4B–4C (Coily/Kinky)✅
Ingredient List
Water (Aqua), Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend), Glycerin (Vegetable), Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein PG-Propyl Silanetriol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*ª´, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Extract, Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Tocopherol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Vinegar, Yeast Extract, Niacin, Trifolium Pratense (Clover) Flower Extract, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Caramel *Certified Organic Ingredient.