Shea Moisture Strengthen & Restore Shampoo Jamaican Black Castor Oil — Sulfate-Free 24 fl oz, fortifying formula for damaged hair

SheaMoisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil Strengthen & Restore Shampoo is a sulfate-free cleansing shampoo designed to remove buildup while fortifying damaged, chemically treated, or textured hair.

This updated formula produces a creamy lather and combines Jamaican Black Castor Oil, Fair Trade Shea Butter, and peppermint oil to gently clarify the scalp and hair. It’s crafted for people who regularly color, straighten, perm, heat-style, or wear natural kinky, curly, or wavy textures and pairs with the Strengthen & Restore Conditioner for improved resilience and less breakage. The line is cruelty-free and free from silicones, sulfates, parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, and petrolatum.

How does this shampoo cleanse hair without harsh sulfates?

The formula uses gentle surfactants that lift oils and product residue while preserving natural moisture. You get a creamy, foaming wash that avoids the stripping effect associated with strong sulfates.

• Uses milder cleansing agents to remove buildup but maintain softness
• Creamy lather for even distribution on textured hair
• Free of sulfates and silicones for gentler long-term use

Will it help hair that’s been chemically processed or heat-styled?

Yes — the blend of Jamaican Black Castor Oil and Shea Butter targets hair that has been weakened by color, relaxers, perms, or frequent heat. When used with the matching conditioner, the system supports reduced breakage and improved manageability.

• Formulated to support strength and resilience after chemical or thermal damage
• Peppermint oil invigorates the scalp for a refreshing cleanse
• Best results when paired with Strengthen & Restore Conditioner

How will this shampoo perform on natural curly and kinky textures?

This shampoo is suitable for a wide range of textured hair, from loose waves to tight coils. It clarifies without overly drying, helping curls retain shape and moisture while reducing friction that leads to breakage.

• Creamy formula detangles and cleanses textured strands gently
• Shea Butter helps maintain softness and manageability
• Supports healthier-looking curls when used consistently

What should I expect from the scent and sensory experience?

Peppermint oil gives a noticeable, cooling tingle on the scalp and a refreshing aroma during use. The texture is rich and creamy, making it easy to spread through medium to thick hair while producing a satisfying lather.

• Peppermint provides a revitalizing scalp sensation
• Creamy texture helps even application for dense hair types
• Subtle natural fragrance without synthetic heavy perfumes

Who is this for: This shampoo is aimed at people with damaged, chemically treated, heat-styled, or textured hair who want a sulfate-free cleanser that clarifies without stripping. It’s a good fit for anyone seeking to reduce breakage and improve strand resilience, particularly when paired with the SheaMoisture Strengthen & Restore Conditioner. Ideal for shoppers who prefer cruelty-free, sustainably sourced ingredients like Fair Trade Shea Butter and want formulas free from silicones, sulfates, parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, and petrolatum.

Ingredients

Water, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Fragrance, Glycerin (Vegetable), Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Mauritia Flexuosa (Buriti) Fruit Oil, Niacin, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Extract, Acetic Acid (Apple Cider), Yeast Extract, Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Tocopherol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Trifolium Pratense (Clover) Flower Extract, Caramel, Caprylyl Glycol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate * Certified Organic Ingredient Fair Trade Ingredient Natural ingredients may vary in color and consistency. If irritation occurs, discontinue use. Tested on our family for generations. Never on animals.