CHI Clarifying Shampoo 12 oz — Deep-Cleansing Clarifier, Sulfate- and Paraben-Free with Aloe

CHI CleanCare Clarifying Shampoo is a deep-cleansing, sulfate- and paraben-free shampoo that removes buildup from hair and scalp while restoring moisture with aloe vera and blue chamomile.

Everyday styling products, hard water minerals, and environmental residue can leave hair feeling heavy and dull; CHI CleanCare Clarifying Shampoo targets that buildup without stripping the hair’s natural oils. Formulated within CHI’s Clean Care collection, this 12 oz clarifying shampoo combines gentle cleansing agents with soothing botanicals to refresh hair and scalp, making hair more manageable and ready for styling or conditioning.

How does this shampoo remove buildup without overdrying?

The formula uses clarifying surfactants that lift residue from styling products and mineral deposits while avoiding harsh sulfates that can strip hair. Added aloe vera and blue chamomile deliver calming moisture so the scalp feels refreshed rather than tight.

• Removes product, oil, and mineral buildup effectively
• Sulfate-free cleansing reduces aggressive dryness
• Aloe vera soothes and provides light hydration
• Blue chamomile helps calm scalp and supports shine

Will it work on colored or chemically treated hair?

CHI CleanCare Clarifying Shampoo is formulated to be gentle on treated hair because it’s free from harsh sulfates and parabens. It can be used periodically to clear buildup from styling products and environmental contaminants without aggressively fading color when used as directed.

• Sulfate- and paraben-free — safer for many treated hair types
• Use intermittently to avoid removing color prematurely
• Follow with a CHI conditioner to rehydrate and protect

How often should I use this clarifying shampoo?

Frequency depends on your lifestyle and hair needs: if you use heavy styling products or live in hard-water areas, use once weekly. For drier or color-treated hair, limit to every 1–2 weeks and always follow with a moisturizing conditioner.

• Weekly for heavy product users or hard-water buildup
• Every 1–2 weeks for dry or color-treated hair
• Alternate with regular CHI shampoo for maintenance

What benefits can I expect after using CHI CleanCare Clarifying Shampoo?

After a clarifying wash, hair will feel lighter and more receptive to styling and conditioning. The scalp is cleansed of residue, and the hair’s natural movement and shine are easier to restore thanks to the formula’s gentle botanicals.

• Removes residue that weighs hair down
• Improves manageability and shine
• Prepares hair for more effective conditioning and styling

Who is this for: CHI CleanCare Clarifying Shampoo is suited for people who need a deeper cleanse than daily shampoos provide—those using frequent styling products, swimmers, and anyone living in mineral-heavy water areas. It's also a good option for users of CHI's Clean Care line who want a clarifying step that remains sulfate- and paraben-free, cruelty-free, and formulated with soothing botanicals for a refreshed scalp.

Ingredients

Aqua/Water/Eau, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Caprylyl Glycol, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Hydrolyzed Silk, Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer, Hexylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Sorbeth-230 Tetraoleate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Propanediol, Glycerin, Benzoic Acid, Decyl Glucoside, Sorbitan Laurate, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Fragrance (Parfum), Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Limonene