This is a gentle, sulfate-free clarifying shampoo powered by tea tree leaf oil and calming herbal extracts designed to purify the scalp and relieve flakiness without stripping hair of essential moisture.
The formula achieves strong cleansing efficacy by utilizing a combination of mild, sulfate-free surfactants, including Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine and Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, which deliver a gentle yet thorough wash without stripping the hair fiber. The inclusion of Tea Tree Leaf Oil, Sage, and Nettle Extract provides clarifying and scalp-invigorating benefits, making it particularly effective for oily or buildup-prone scalps. Additionally, Glycerin, Panthenol, and Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride contribute lightweight hydration and smooth detangling. While it lacks heavy conditioning silicones, this botanical-rich blend maintains an optimal balance of cleanliness, volume, and softness.
The safety profile is sound, benefiting from the absence of harsh sulfates, parabens, and synthetic dyes. Cleansing relies on low-irritation surfactants, complemented by soothing additives like Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice and Calendula Officinalis Extract. However, the presence of Tea Tree Leaf Oil, 4-Terpineol, and Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract carries a moderate risk of contact allergy or scalp sensitization for reactive users. Furthermore, the use of Benzyl Alcohol and standard cosmetic preservatives, while effective for antimicrobial stability, requires caution for highly sensitive skin. Overall, the formulation remains largely non-toxic and skin-friendly for general use.
This shampoo offers a well-rounded cleansing experience, striking a reliable harmony between functional efficacy and ingredient mindfulness. Its strength lies in utilizing gentle, plant-derived cleansers paired with an extensive suite of antioxidant and botanical extracts that refresh the scalp and promote healthy hair texture. While the concentration of natural essential oils and botanical actives slightly increases the risk of sensitivity for allergy-prone individuals, the formulation avoids aggressive stripping agents. The result is a thoughtfully formulated daily cleanser that reliably purifies, nourishes, and maintains scalp balance without compromising overall hair health.
This formula delivers an impressive blend of mild, sulfate-free surfactants such as Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, and Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate. Rather than relying on harsh detergents that strip the lipid barrier, these coconut- and sugar-derived cleansers create a rich, creamy lather while preserving hair fiber integrity. They effectively lift excess sebum, environmental impurities, and styling residue without causing post-wash tightness, making this an ideal daily or semi-weekly cleanser for those who find standard clarifying shampoos overly aggressive on sensitive or delicate strands.
At the core of the active treatment is Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil reinforced with isolated 4-Terpineol, the primary antimicrobial component of tea tree. Together with Salvia Officinalis (Sage) and Urtica Dioica (Nettle) extracts, this combination offers robust antifungal and purifying benefits that help regulate sebum production, diminish dandruff-causing microbes, and soothe itchiness. The addition of Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Calendula Officinalis, and Chamomilla Recutita provides immediate anti-inflammatory relief to cool irritation, balance inflamed scalps, and promote a healthier microenvironment.
Beyond scalp therapy, the formulation thoughtfully integrates moisturizing and strengthening conditioners. Wheat Germ Oil and Babassu Oil esters supply restorative fatty acids to soften rough hair cuticles, while Chenopodium Quinoa Seed and Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5) infuse the hair shaft with lightweight proteins and humectants to improve elasticity and tensile strength. Glycerin, Sodium PCA, and Algae Extract attract ambient hydration, ensuring that hair strands remain supple and manageable rather than straw-like after washing, while Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride eases combability.
Overall, this shampoo represents a well-balanced therapeutic formula that bridges the gap between medicinal scalp relief and cosmetic hair care. It avoids harsh sulfates, heavy silicones, and synthetic dyes, making it exceptionally safe for color-treated and chemically processed locks. The preservative system of Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Benzoate, and Potassium Sorbate maintains product safety without parabens. However, individuals with known sensitivities to botanical essential oils or active terpenes should patch test first to ensure comfort on highly reactive skin.
🧪 Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine / 椰油酰胺丙基羟基磺基甜菜碱
Purpose: Cleansing and foam boosting
Notes: A mild amphoteric surfactant that helps reduce irritation caused by harsher cleansing agents.
🧪 Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate / 椰油酰羟乙磺酸酯钠
Purpose: Primary cleansing agent
Notes: Often known as ‘baby foam’ for its exceptional mildness on skin and hair.
🧪 Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate / 月桂基葡糖苷羟丙基磺酸钠
Purpose: Gentle surfactant and foam stabilizer
Notes: A biodegradable, sulfate-free anionic surfactant derived from renewable plant sugars.
🧪 Babassu Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters / 巴巴苏油聚甘油-4 酯类
Purpose: Mild surfactant and emulsifying agent
Notes: Derived from babassu oil to provide gentle cleansing while maintaining lipid balance.
🧪 Sucrose Laurate / 月桂酸蔗糖酯
Purpose: Surfactant and emulsifier
Notes: A sugar-based non-ionic surfactant known for being non-irritating and readily biodegradable.
🧪 Sucrose Myristate / 肉豆蔻酸蔗糖酯
Purpose: Surfactant and emulsifier
Notes: Plant-derived sugar ester that aids in stabilizing emulsions and gentle cleansing.
🧪 Glycerin / 甘油
Purpose: Humectant and moisturizer
Notes: A classic humectant that draws water into the hair shaft to maintain hydration.
🧪 Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride / 瓜尔胶羟丙基三甲基氯化铵
Purpose: Antistatic and hair conditioning agent
Notes: A cationic polymer derived from natural guar gum that provides wet combability and slip.
🧪 Lecithin / 卵磷脂
Purpose: Emollient and conditioning agent
Notes: Rich in phospholipids that help restore the lipid barrier of both scalp and hair cuticle.
🧪 Panthenol / 泛醇
Purpose: Pro-vitamin B5 moisturizer and soothing agent
Notes: Penetrates the hair cuticle to improve moisture retention, elasticity, and shine.
🧪 Sodium PCA / 吡咯烷酮羧酸钠
Purpose: Natural moisturizing factor (NMF) humectant
Notes: Highly hygroscopic amino acid derivative that holds several times its weight in water.
🧪 Algae Extract / 海藻提取物
Purpose: Scalp conditioning and antioxidant
Notes: Rich in minerals, polysaccharides, and vitamins that support scalp vitality.
🧪 Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice / 库拉索芦荟叶汁
Purpose: Soothing and hydrating agent
Notes: Widely used for its calming, anti-inflammatory, and moisturizing properties on sensitive scalps.
🧪 Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract / 金盏花花提取物
Purpose: Soothing and scalp conditioning
Notes: Traditional botanical prized for its anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties.
🧪 Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract / 母菊花提取物
Purpose: Anti-inflammatory and soothing agent
Concerns: Can trigger mild allergic contact dermatitis in individuals sensitive to Asteraceae family plants.
Notes: Contains bisabolol and flavonoids that soothe irritated and itchy scalp.
🧪 Chenopodium Quinoa Seed / 藜麦籽提取物
Purpose: Hair repair and protein conditioning
Notes: Contains all eight essential amino acids to help repair damage and smooth hair strands.
🧪 Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract / 柚果提取物
Purpose: Astringent, clarifier, and antioxidant
Concerns: May contain naturally occurring phototoxic furanocoumarins if not properly purified.
Notes: Helps clarify scalp buildup and provides refreshing natural properties.
🧪 Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil / 互生叶白千层叶油
Purpose: Purifying, anti-dandruff, and scalp clarifying agent
Concerns: May cause sensitization or contact allergy in sensitive individuals when oxidized.
Notes: Widely used for natural antimicrobial action against Malassezia fungus associated with dandruff.
🧪 Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil / 小麦胚芽油
Purpose: Nourishing emollient and lipid replenisher
Concerns: Contains gluten; individuals with severe topical gluten allergies or celiac skin manifestations should take note.
Notes: Naturally abundant in vitamin E and essential fatty acids to nourish dry hair.
🧪 Equisetum Arvense Leaf Extract / 问荆叶提取物
Purpose: Strengthening and scalp toning agent
Notes: Known as horsetail extract, it is naturally rich in silica which supports hair strength.
🧪 Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Extract / 啤酒花提取物
Purpose: Scalp toning and conditioning agent
Notes: Contains humulone and lupulone with natural antimicrobial and astringent properties.
🧪 Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract / 药萨尔维亚叶提取物
Purpose: Astringent, purifying, and antioxidant agent
Notes: Helps regulate excess sebum production on oily scalps.
🧪 Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Leaf Extract / 异株荨麻叶提取物
Purpose: Scalp stimulating and revitalizing agent
Notes: Rich in minerals like zinc and iron; traditionally used to promote healthy hair growth.
🧪 Ascorbic Acid / 抗坏血酸
Purpose: Antioxidant and pH adjuster
Notes: Pure vitamin C; protects cosmetic formulations against oxidative degradation.
🧪 Tocopheryl Acetate / 生育酚乙酸酯
Purpose: Antioxidant and conditioning agent
Notes: A stable esterified form of vitamin E that protects hair lipids from free-radical damage.
🧪 4-Terpineol / 4-萜品醇
Purpose: Antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory active
Concerns: Potential mild irritant in elevated concentrations.
Notes: The primary active constituent of tea tree oil responsible for its targeted antimicrobial efficacy.
🧪 Citric Acid / 柠檬酸
Purpose: pH adjuster and chelating agent
Notes: Adjusts shampoo pH to match scalp natural acidity (around pH 4.5-5.5) to keep hair cuticles smooth.
🧪 Aqua (Water) / 水
Purpose: Primary solvent and product base
Notes: Typically forms the bulk (60–85%) of liquid shampoo formulations.
🧪 Sodium Chloride / 氯化钠
Purpose: Viscosity adjuster and thickener
Notes: Common table salt used to build viscosity in surfactant systems.
🧪 Alcohol / 乙醇
Purpose: Solvent and penetration enhancer
Concerns: Can be drying in leave-on products, though minimal impact in rinse-off shampoo.
Notes: Often used in small amounts to dissolve botanical extracts or essential oils.
🧪 Triethyl Citrate / 柠檬酸三乙酯
Purpose: Solvent, fixative, and antioxidant synergist
Notes: Biodegradable ester commonly used to stabilize volatile fragrances and active ingredients.
🧪 Phenethyl Alcohol / 苯乙醇
Purpose: Preservative booster and masking agent
Notes: A naturally occurring floral alcohol offering antimicrobial preservation and subtle aroma.
🧪 Benzyl Alcohol / 苯甲醇
Purpose: Preservative and fragrance component
Concerns: Known contact allergen that requires labeling under EU cosmetics regulations.
Notes: Commonly combined with organic acids to provide broad-spectrum protection against bacteria and molds.
🧪 Potassium Sorbate / 山梨酸钾
Purpose: Preservative against yeasts and molds
Notes: Most active at lower, acidic pH levels below 5.5.
🧪 Sodium Benzoate / 苯甲酸钠
Purpose: Preservative against bacteria and fungi
Notes: Food-grade preservative widely favored in natural and sulfate-free cosmetic formulations.