Clarifying Shampoo
Hit reset on your hair. Our clarifying shampoos cut through product build-up, hard water minerals and excess oil to reveal hair that's genuinely clean - not just surface-level fresh. Think of it as a deep cleanse for your strands: one wash and you'll feel the difference.
Over time, dry shampoo, styling products, silicones and environmental pollutants layer onto your hair and scalp. The result? Dullness, flatness, and products that just don't perform the way they used to. A clarifying shampoo strips all of that back, giving your hair a blank canvas so every product that follows - from conditioners to treatments - can actually do its job.
We stock salon-trusted formulas from brands like ELEVEN Australia, Davroe, Paul Mitchell, Evo and more. Whether you need a weekly deep cleanse or a gentler daily option for oily roots, you'll find a formula that fits. Many of these shampoos are safe for colour-treated hair too, so you can detox without fading your colour.
Who should use a clarifying shampoo?
If you use dry shampoo regularly, rely on styling products, swim in chlorinated pools, or live in a hard water area, a clarifying shampoo should be part of your routine. It's also the ideal prep step before keratin treatments, colour services or bonding treatments - a clean base means better, longer-lasting results.
Work a clarifying shampoo into your wash routine once or twice a week, and follow with a hydrating conditioner or mask to rebalance moisture. Your hair will be lighter, shinier and more responsive to everything you put in it.
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OlaplexOlaplex No.4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo 250ml and No.5 Conditioner 250ml Bundle$118.00$147.00 
KerastaseKérastase Densifique Bain Densité Shampoo For Hair Visibly Lacking Density 500ml$132.00$146.00
Frequently asked questions(7)
What does a clarifying shampoo do?
A clarifying shampoo is a deep-cleansing formula designed to remove product buildup, excess oil, hard water minerals, and environmental impurities from your hair and scalp. Unlike regular shampoos, clarifying shampoos use stronger surfactants to give your hair a thorough reset - leaving it feeling lighter, cleaner, and more manageable. They're especially useful if you regularly use styling products, dry shampoo, or live in an area with hard water.
How often should I use a clarifying shampoo?
Most hair professionals recommend using a clarifying shampoo once a week or once every two weeks, depending on your hair type and how much product you use. If you have oily hair or use a lot of styling products, weekly use can help keep buildup at bay. For colour-treated or dry hair, spacing it out to every two weeks will give you the deep cleanse benefits without stripping moisture. Always follow with a hydrating conditioner or treatment to restore softness.
Can I use a clarifying shampoo on colour-treated hair?
Yes, many clarifying shampoos are formulated to be safe for colour-treated hair. Look for options that cleanse buildup without harsh sulphates that can fade your colour. A great choice is the ELEVEN Australia Deep Clean Shampoo, which provides a rich deep cleanse using Orange Oil while still being gentle enough for coloured hair - leaving your scalp hydrated rather than stripped