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Living Proof Clarifying Detox Shampoo.

About this product

A clarifying shampoo with activated charcoal, magnetic polymers, and keratin agents designed to remove buildup and heavy metal residue from hard water.

Full ingredients

Water/​Eau/​Aqua, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Decyl Glucoside, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Caprylate/​Caprate, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetyl Stearate, Charcoal Powder, Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate, PEG-5 Ethylhexanoate, Glyceryl Stearate, Isostearyl Isostearate, Stearic Acid, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Glycerin, Steareth-20, PEG-75 Stearate, Trideceth-9, Ceteth-20, Acrylates/​C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Fragrance/​Parfum, Sodium Hydroxide, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Citronellol, Limonene

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Guru Score

78%

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Early verdict · Few reviews so far

What the gurus are saying

This shampoo effectively tackles hard water buildup without stripping hair, making it especially useful for anyone dealing with mineral residue or color-treated hair. The activated charcoal and magnetic polymers work together to attract and bind heavy metals, and it's gentle enough for weekly use on colored hair. One thing to keep in mind: some people find their hair feels a touch drier after using it, so you may want to follow with a good conditioner.
Synthesized from 2 expert reviews · most recent take December 2024

What they liked

  • Cleanses without harshness
  • Removes hard water buildup
  • Safe for color-treated hair

What they flagged

  • Can leave hair feeling drier

Type

HaircareLiquid

Formula notes

Contains fragranceNo drying alcohol

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"The living proof Clarifying Detox Shampoo is another one that's fairly effective at cleansing but not super harsh and aggressive on hair. What's unique about this shampoo in addition to activated charcoal is that it also contains magnetic polymers as well as naturally derived keratin agents that help to more effectively attract buildup, and that keratin agent helps to bind up heavy metal that can be found in hard water."
All 2 takes from Dr. Jenny Liu
Hair Cycling Routine according to a dermatologist | Dr. Jenny Liu
"The living proof Clarifying Detox Shampoo is another one that's fairly effective at cleansing but not super harsh and aggressive on hair. What's unique about this shampoo in addition to activated charcoal is that it also contains magnetic polymers as well as naturally derived keratin agents that help to more effectively attract buildup, and that keratin agent helps to bind up heavy metal that can be found in hard water."
Dermatologist updated Haircare routine | Dr. Jenny Liu
"I also really like the one from Living Proof. They also have a detox clarifying shampoo that's also very nice. Similar formulation. That one I do find that my hair feels a little bit more dry afterwards, but again not as harsh as some of the other clarifying shampoos I've tried in the past. That one also works really well. It has activated charcoal as well."
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"If you live somewhere with hard water, especially if you have blonde hair and you find that the hard water is affecting your hair color or if you get your hair color treated, I suggest trying Living Proof's Triple Detox Shampoo. This shampoo not only has EDTA in it but it also has charcoal which will help absorb some of that residue on the hair."

Frequently asked.

What is Living Proof Clarifying Detox Shampoo?

A clarifying shampoo with activated charcoal, magnetic polymers, and keratin agents designed to remove buildup and heavy metal residue from hard water.

Is Living Proof Clarifying Detox Shampoo worth it?

Yes. All 2 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 78%.

What is Living Proof Clarifying Detox Shampoo's Guru Score?

Living Proof Clarifying Detox Shampoo holds a Guru Score of 78%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 2 expert reviewers we have collected.

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