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CURLSMITH Core Strength Shampoo, Main, color,
CURLSMITH Core Strength Shampoo, Alternate, color,
CURLSMITH Core Strength Shampoo, Alternate, color,
CURLSMITH Core Strength Shampoo, Alternate, color,

Core Strength Shampoo

CURLSMITH

$10.40Current Price $10.40
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$26.00Previous Price $26.00
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Details & care

What it is: A protein-enriched gentle cleanser that melts dirt and buildup to help hair look stronger and more resilient.

Who it's for: Ideal for all hair types.

What it does: Curly hair needs gentle cleansers that don't strip away natural oils, but not all hair types like co-washing. If your hair is fine or greasy, using a co-wash may actually weigh it down and make it look flat. That's when the Core Strength Shampoo comes in. This cleanser will look and foam like a traditional shampoo, but it contains much gentler ingredients that will not dry curls out, so it is suitable for frequent washes and color-safe. It is also enriched with proteins and fortifying actives that will help strengthen the hair and protect it from breakage.

How to use: Wet your hair thoroughly, then dispense a generous blob of product on your palms and apply directly to the scalp. Massage gently but vigorously to clear the scalp and melt down all dirt and product buildup. Rinse thoroughly until water runs clear.

  • Paraben-free; phthalate-free; sulfate-free; silicone-free; mineral oilfree; DEA-free
  • Made in the USA
  • Item #7656928

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Decyl Glucoside, Peg-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate, Sodium Chloride, Opuntia Tuna (Prickly Pear) Fruit Extract, Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Extract*, Psidium Guajava (Guava) Fruit Extract, Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Fruit Extract, Brassica Oleracea Acephala (Kale) Leaf Extract, Lentinus Edodes (Shiitake Mushroom) Extract*, Hydrolyzed Hemp Seed Extract, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Hydroxypropylgluconamide, Hydroxypropylammonium Gluconate, Glycerin, Propanediol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Polyquaternium-10, Citric Acid, Tartaric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance (Parfum), Benzyl Alcohol, Limonene, Linalool. *Organic Ingredients
Ingredients are subject to change at the manufacturer's discretion. For the most complete and up-to-date list of ingredients, refer to the product packaging

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4.3 out of 5
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Most helpful positive review

Mar 21, 2026
I’ve had some breakage from
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve had some breakage from heat damage, and Curlsmith is helping to strengthen my hair again.
Kaitlin A.
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Most helpful critical review

Feb 24, 2026
Stinks
I don’t like this shampoo. It stinks. Conditioner also never will buy it again.
Holly
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Kaitlin A.
Reposted from Curlsmith
Mar 21, 2026
I’ve had some breakage from
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve had some breakage from heat damage, and Curlsmith is helping to strengthen my hair again.
Judy M.
Reposted from Curlsmith
Mar 11, 2026
Not bad
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a good, gentle cleanser for your hair, with not too much protein in it. The only reason it doesn't get 5 stars is that it doesn't lather well on day 2 hair. I wash every other day so there shouldn't be much dirt buildup, but it doesn't lather well. If I wash it daily, no issue with the lather. Otherwise, nice product.
Holly
Reposted from Curlsmith
Feb 24, 2026
Stinks
I don’t like this shampoo. It stinks. Conditioner also never will buy it again.
Liane C.
Reposted from Curlsmith
Feb 18, 2026
Really loving my new products!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] A friend recommended that I try Curlsmith shampoo and conditioner and I’m thrilled that I took her advice. I absolutely love how they make my hair feel and truly help the waviness of my hair. Will definitely be buying more of their products!
Pamela Q.
Reposted from Curlsmith
Dec 31, 2025
Very cleansing. Made my hair
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Very cleansing. Made my hair feel soft and alive! A little bit goes a long way!,
Gra
Reposted from Curlsmith
Oct 29, 2025
Amazing results!
I have used the strength shampoo for a month now, so I feel a bit more comfortable leaving a review. It a really gentle cleaner it didn't make my scalp feel dry or made my hair string and no knots were present. It actually made my hair soft, and my hair has been smelling really nice. There has been an improvement with my curl pattern, the culprit, I was heat styling my hair and some of the ends and bangs areas have become straight. I've been happy that I don't have cut them, so that's a win!
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