Aveda Rosemary Mint Purifying Shampoo is surprisingly gentle.
I was sure I wasn't going to like Aveda's Rosemary Mint Purifying Shampoo when I saw menthol in the ingredient list. I've tried a lot of "hair growth" or "scalp-tingle" shampoos recently, and many of them irritated my scalp to the point of itching, redness, or dryness. To my surprise, this one has none of those issues for me. The formula cleanses deeply without feeling harsh or stripping, and it leaves my hair feeling light, voluminous, and soft. I actually think I've had less hair fallout in the shower on the days I use this, which isn't something I expected from a clarifying formula. It rinses clean, doesn't knot up my mid-lengths, and doesn't make my dry ends feel any drier - a rare combination. For reference, I have waist length, fine hair that's color-treated, with oily roots, tangly mid-lengths, and dry ends (the complicated hair trifecta). This shampoo works beautifully for that mix. It purifies my scalp without over-cleansing the lengths or making my hair feel rough. The scent is a natural spearmint/rosemary blend. I don't personally love the spearmint note in the shower, but it does not linger in my hair afterward, so it's a non-issue for me. Overall, this is a very effective clarifying shampoo that balances the scalp, adds shine and volume, and keeps hair feeling soft instead of stripped. If you want a gentle clarifier that doesn't irritate the scalp or dry out the ends, this is a great option from Aveda. Read more
