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Curl Shampoo
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Skip the silicone and transform the condition of hair with this luxe, low-lather shampoo. Gently cleanses and conditions curls without stripping hair for healthier, strong, more defined curls straight from the shower.
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Have questions? We’ve got answers to your most common hair care concerns.
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Curl Shampoo is a creamy, rich, low-lather shampoo specially formulated for curly hair. Infused with our Healthy Curl Complex, it gently cleanses curls without stripping moisture + provides superior slip for weightless detangling, leaving curls stronger + more defined.
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You should use Curl Shampoo if you have wavy, curly, or coily hair and want healthier-looking curls + improved definition with every wash.
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Curl Shampoo cleanses curls while hydrating + improving curl definition. The silicone-free, low-lather formula gently removes dirt + buildup without stripping the natural moisture curls depend on, and delivers healthier-looking curls with every wash. Paired with the Curl Conditioner, Curl Shampoo also makes curls 3x stronger in one use.
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Curl Shampoo works by cleansing curls without compromising curl pattern or natural moisture. Traditional shampoos often use harsh sulfates that strip the oils curls need to stay defined + hydrated. Curl Shampoo's low-lather, sulfate-free formula removes oil + buildup gently, while our Healthy Curl Complex adds the hydration + slip that improves curl definition with every wash.
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The Healthy Curl Complex is the proprietary blend at the heart of Curl Shampoo, designed to support curls through every step of the wash routine. It cleanses without stripping, hydrates curls, and provides slip for weightless detangling. Together with the Curl Conditioner, the Healthy Curl Complex helps deliver curls that are 3x stronger in one use, with healthier-looking definition wash after wash.
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To use Curl Shampoo, apply it to wet hair, massage at the scalp + work into a lather. Gently detangle, then follow with the Curl Conditioner.
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Yes, Curl Shampoo works on all curl types, including wavy, curly + coily textures. The formula was designed to be flexible enough to support a range of curl patterns, from loose waves to tight coils, with hydration + slip that work the same way across textures.
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Yes, Curl Shampoo is curly girl-approved. The formula is silicone-free, sulfate-free, and free of drying alcohols, which are the three categories the curly girl method excludes.
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Yes, Curl Shampoo can make your curls more defined. The hydrating, sulfate-free formula supports healthy curl pattern by adding the moisture curls need to spring back into shape. For added definition, try pairing it with the Curl Definer, which provides 90% frizz control and helps form more defined curl groupings that stay intact from root to tip.
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Yes, Curl Shampoo can help with frizz. The sulfate-free, low-lather formula cleanses without stripping the natural oils that help keep curls smooth, and the added hydration helps reduce the cuticle lifting that creates frizz. For dedicated frizz control, though, check out the No Frizz Shampoo. It delivers 3x smoother hair with every wash + protects against humidity.
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Curl Shampoo does not cause shrinkage. Shrinkage is a natural property of curly hair, where curls coil up + appear shorter than the actual hair length. A well-hydrated curl will spring + coil more tightly, which can sometimes look like more shrinkage compared to dehydrated curls that stretch out. If you want to reduce the appearance of shrinkage, styling techniques such as stretching strands during drying can help elongate curls.
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No, Curl Shampoo will not weigh your curls down. The silicone-free formula hydrates curls without leaving heavy residue, so curls stay bouncy + defined throughout the day. If you find that hydrating curl products generally feel too heavy on your hair, your curl pattern may be on the finer or looser side, and using less product per wash can help.
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Yes, you can use Curl Shampoo every day, though most curl types do best with less frequent washing. Curly hair tends to be drier than straight or wavy hair because the natural oils your scalp produces have a harder time traveling down the twists + bends of each strand. Many people with curly or coily hair wash once or twice a week to preserve moisture + curl definition.
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How often you should wash your curls with Curl Shampoo depends on your curl pattern, scalp condition + lifestyle. Wavier hair often does well with two to three washes per week, while tighter curl patterns + coily textures may only need washing once a week or even less. Active days at the gym or exposure to heat + humidity may call for more frequent washing. A simple cue: Wash when your scalp feels oily or your curls are weighed down + unresponsive to refreshing.
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You should see results from Curl Shampoo almost immediately. When paired with Curl Conditioner, a single wash delivers 3x stronger curls + visibly improved definition. With regular use, curls look + feel healthier wash after wash.
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Whether you should detangle before using Curl Shampoo depends on your curl pattern. If you have a strong curl pattern, dry detangling before using Curl Shampoo may help you work the product through your hair more easily once wet. For looser curl patterns or finer textures, this step is usually unnecessary; Curl Shampoo's slip makes in-shower detangling effortless.
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Combing your hair in the shower while using Curl Shampoo comes down to personal preference. If you typically comb during shampooing, you can continue to do so; Curl Shampoo's slip supports detangling without disrupting your curl pattern. Working through your hair during the wash can also help deliver better results when styling afterward.
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You may need to detangle after using Curl Shampoo depending on your curl pattern. The shampoo's slip helps loosen tangles during the wash, but tighter curl patterns + longer hair may need a dedicated detangler afterward. Try the Leave-In Conditioning Spray, which is designed to deliver lasting detangling + weightless, all-day conditioning.
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Curl Shampoo is the cleansing step in your routine, not the shaping step — most curl shaping happens during conditioning or after the shower, when you can use a styler such as the Curl Definer to set your pattern. That said, Curl Shampoo's slip + lather can help you start working through curl groupings in the shower. Weaker curl patterns may benefit from scrunching, while stronger curl textures may benefit from combing or brushing to start forming definition.
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You do not need to use a styler with Curl Shampoo; however, pairing it with Curl Conditioner + Curl Definer will give you the strongest definition + the longest-lasting results.
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Yes, you can use Curl Shampoo without the matching Curl Conditioner. The sulfate-free formula still cleanses gently + hydrates curls on its own, regardless of which conditioner you use. If you want stronger curls + more definition, though, pair it with Curl Conditioner for best results.
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Yes, you can use Curl Shampoo with any other Living Proof products, including [but not limited to]: conditioners, treatments, stylers, heat protectants + dry shampoos. For a complete curl care routine, follow Curl Shampoo with Curl Conditioner + Curl Definer. Take the free haircare quiz to get a custom lineup of Living Proof product recommendations.
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Use Curl Shampoo if you want to enhance + define your natural curl pattern with hydration + bounce. Use No Frizz Shampoo if you want to fight frizz, protect against humidity + create smooth styles.
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While Curl Shampoo is suitable for all hair types, it may not be the best choice for people with straight hair or hair that doesn't have a curl pattern to define. If you have fine, flat hair and are seeking volume, try Full Shampoo, which delivers 2x the volume per wash. For dull or dry hair that isn't curly, Perfect hair Day™ Shampoo is the better fit, with 72-hour hydration + shine. Hair with significant damage may see better results from Restore Shampoo, which delivers 95% less breakage with every wash.
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Yes, Curl Shampoo is silicone-free. The formula uses Living Proof’s Healthy Curl Complex to deliver slip, conditioning + smoothness without the heavy residue traditional silicones can leave behind.
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Yes, Curl Shampoo is sulfate-free. It does not contain SLS or SLES, two harsh surfactants found in many traditional shampoos that can strip the natural oils curls depend on. The low-lather formula uses gentler cleansers that remove oil + buildup without that stripped, squeaky feeling.
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Yes, Curl Shampoo is vegan. The formula contains no animal-derived ingredients, and Living Proof does not test on animals.
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Yes, Curl Shampoo is safe for color-treated + chemically processed hair, including dyed, highlighted, balayaged, keratin-treated, relaxed, permed + smoothed strands. The sulfate-free formula cleanses gently enough to preserve color + extend the wear of chemical services.
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The fragrance in Curl Shampoo has a light, fresh citrus smell. The scent is subtle + clean, designed to feel fresh without lingering heavily throughout the day.
