Types of Herb Infused Shampoos

1. Clarifying Shampoos

• Remove product buildup from hair and scalp
• Often contain neem, shikakai, reetha

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Neem – Antifungal and antibacterial properties
  • Shikakai – Natural cleanser removes oil and dirt
  • Reetha – Contains saponins that create gentle lather

2. Volumizing Shampoos

• Give fine, limp hair a boost
• Often contain amla, fenugreek, hibiscus

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Amla – Rich in vitamin C to stimulate growth
  • Fenugreek – Contains proteins and nicotinic acid
  • Hibiscus – Amino acids thicken and strengthen strands

3. Anti-Dandruff Shampoos

• Treat flaking and itching caused by dandruff
• Often contain neem, tea tree, thyme

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Neem – Anti-fungal that soothes scalp irritation
  • Tea Tree – Natural antimicrobial fights fungus
  • Thyme – Contains antiseptic thymol

4. Color-Protecting Shampoos

• Help extend lifespan of hair color
• Often contain hibiscus, marigold, sage

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Hibiscus – Boosts vibrancy with natural acids
  • Marigold – Rich in lutein to protect hair from UV rays
  • Sage – Antioxidant compounds prevent fading

5. Smoothing Shampoos

• Tame frizz and unruly hair
• Often contain brahmi, curry leaf, marshmallow

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Brahmi – Improves hair elasticity and strength
  • Curry Leaf – Contains antioxidants that nourish hair
  • Marshmallow – Contains slippery mucilage to detangle

6. Strengthening Shampoos

• Reinforce weak, damaged hair
• Often contain horsetail, nettle, ginseng

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Horsetail – Rich in silica which strengthens hair
  • Nettle – Stimulates circulation to encourage growth
  • Ginseng – Contains saponins that cleanse hair

7. Soothing Shampoos

• Gently cleanse irritation-prone scalps
• Often contain marshmallow, chamomile, calendula

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Marshmallow Root – Soothes sensitive irritated scalp
  • Chamomile – Anti-inflammatory that calms scalp
  • Calendula – Heals scalp inflammation and dryness

8. Moisturizing Shampoos

• Cleanse while retaining hydration
• Often contain aloe vera, honey, rosemary

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Aloe Vera – Soothes and hydrates scalp
  • Honey – Natural humectant retains moisture
  • Rosemary – Stimulates circulation to improve growth

9. Scalp Detoxifying Shampoos

• Remove impurities and product buildup
• Often contain neem, shikakai, lemon

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Neem – Natural antimicrobial cleanses scalp
  • Shikakai – Gently draws out dirt and oil
  • Lemon – Astringent helps eliminate residue

10. Volumizing Shampoos

• Give fine, limp hair a boost
• Often contain amla, fenugreek, hibiscus

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Amla – Rich in vitamin C to energize follicles
  • Fenugreek – Contains proteins and nicotinic acid
  • Hibiscus – Amino acids help thicken hair