Shea Moisture African Black Soap Dandruff Control Shampoo
$ 1.00
Shea Moisture African Black Soap Dandruff Control Shampoo is a gentle, sulfate-free dandruff control shampoo formulated with African Black Soap, Tea Tree Oil, Willow Bark Extract, and Bamboo Charcoal to help reduce flaking, soothe itching, and calm scalp irritation. This natural anti-dandruff formula helps eliminate flaking and itching associated with dandruff while gently cleansing the scalp and hair.
Tea Tree Oil provides natural anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory benefits, while Willow Bark Extract gently exfoliates to remove dead skin cells and reduce flaking. Bamboo Charcoal draws out impurities and excess oil, and African Black Soap clarifies and balances the scalp. Together, these ingredients soothe irritated scalps, control excess oil, and provide relief from dandruff discomfort.
Formulated without sulfates, parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, or synthetic fragrance, this gentle shampoo is safe for all hair types, including natural, relaxed, and color-treated hair. Perfect for those seeking natural, effective dandruff control without harsh chemicals.
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PRIMARY USES
1. Dandruff Control Shampoo for Flaky, Itchy Scalp
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What it does: A gentle, sulfate-free dandruff control shampoo formulated with African Black Soap, Tea Tree Oil, Willow Bark Extract, and Bamboo Charcoal to help reduce flaking, soothe itching, and calm scalp irritation.
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How it helps your skin: For the dermatologist treating patients with dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, or chronic scalp irritation, this provides a natural, gentle option. For the customer struggling with embarrassing flakes, persistent itching, or a tight, uncomfortable scalp, this means a shampoo that helps eliminate visible flakes, calm the urge to scratch, and restore scalp comfort with every wash.
2. Helps Reduce Flaking and Itching
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What it does: Helps eliminate flaking and itching associated with dandruff, providing relief from scalp discomfort while gently cleansing.
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How it helps your skin: For the customer who has tried countless anti-dandruff shampoos without success, this provides a different approach. For anyone whose dark clothing is constantly dusted with white flakes or who feels embarrassed by visible dandruff, this means a shampoo that helps reduce flakes and calm itching, restoring confidence and comfort.
3. Tea Tree Oil for Natural Anti-Dandruff Action
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What it does: Tea Tree Oil is known for its natural anti-fungal, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties, helping to combat the underlying causes of dandruff.
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How it helps your skin: For the formulator focused on natural solutions, Tea Tree Oil provides trusted anti-dandruff benefits. For the customer who prefers natural ingredients over harsh chemicals, this means a shampoo that fights dandruff at its source using the power of nature.
4. Willow Bark Extract for Gentle Exfoliation
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What it does: Willow Bark Extract contains natural salicylates that help gently exfoliate the scalp, removing dead skin cells and reducing flaking.
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How it helps your skin: For the customer with thick, stubborn flakes that cling to the scalp, this provides gentle exfoliation. For anyone whose scalp feels rough or built-up, this means a shampoo that helps gently lift and remove dead skin cells, revealing a cleaner, healthier scalp.
5. Bamboo Charcoal for Deep Cleansing
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What it does: Bamboo Charcoal helps draw out impurities, excess oil, and toxins from the scalp, providing a deep, purifying cleanse.
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How it helps your skin: For the customer with oily scalp or product buildup, this provides deep cleansing benefits. For anyone whose scalp feels congested or weighed down, this means a shampoo that helps purify and detoxify, leaving the scalp feeling fresh and clean.
6. African Black Soap for Natural Clarifying
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What it does: African Black Soap is known for its natural clarifying and balancing properties, helping to remove buildup and excess oil while soothing the scalp.
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How it helps your skin: For the formulator focused on natural cleansing, African Black Soap provides trusted clarifying benefits. For the customer with product buildup or oily scalp, this means a shampoo that gently clarifies without stripping, leaving the scalp balanced and comfortable.
7. Soothes and Calms Irritated Scalp
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What it does: The combination of Tea Tree Oil, African Black Soap, and Willow Bark Extract helps soothe and calm irritated, inflamed scalps.
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How it helps your skin: For the customer with a red, tender, or angry scalp, this provides soothing relief. For anyone whose scalp feels hot, tight, or uncomfortable, this means a shampoo that helps calm inflammation and restore scalp comfort.
8. Helps Control Excess Oil Production
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What it does: Helps balance oil production on the scalp, reducing excess oiliness that can contribute to dandruff.
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How it helps your skin: For the customer with an oily scalp that seems to get greasy hours after washing, this provides oil-control benefits. For anyone whose dandruff is accompanied by excess sebum, this means a shampoo that helps regulate oil production while fighting flakes.
9. Gentle Enough for Frequent Use
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What it does: Despite its deep cleansing and anti-dandruff properties, the formula is gentle enough for regular use without over-drying the scalp.
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How it helps your skin: For the customer who needs to wash their hair frequently to control oil and flakes, this provides a gentle option. For anyone who has experienced dryness or irritation from harsh anti-dandruff shampoos, this means a formula that works effectively without causing additional scalp stress.
10. Safe for All Hair Types
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What it does: Gentle enough for all hair types, including natural, relaxed, color-treated, and transitioning hair.
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How it helps your skin: For the family with multiple hair types, this provides a versatile dandruff control option. For the customer who wants one shampoo that works for everyone, this means a formula that is effective on all hair textures.
11. Free from Harsh Additives
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What it does: Formulated without sulfates, parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, synthetic fragrance, and other harsh ingredients.
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How it helps your skin: For the dermatologist or hair stylist recommending clean hair care, this provides a trusted, minimal ingredient option. For the customer who prefers natural, straightforward products, this means they can trust what they are putting on their scalp, with no unnecessary or potentially damaging additives.
12. Sulfate-Free Gentle Cleansing
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What it does: The sulfate-free formula gently cleanses the scalp and hair without stripping natural oils, preserving the delicate moisture balance.
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How it helps your skin: For the customer with dry or sensitive scalp, this provides a gentle cleansing option. For anyone who experiences tightness or increased dryness from regular anti-dandruff shampoos, this means a shampoo that cleanses effectively while preserving scalp comfort.
SECONDARY USES
1. Daily Dandruff Control Shampoo: Use regularly to control flaking and itching associated with dandruff.
2. Scalp Treatment: Use as a treatment shampoo for chronic dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis.
3. Oily Scalp Control: Use to help balance excess oil production on the scalp.
4. Product Buildup Removal: Use to clarify and remove product buildup from the scalp and hair.
5. Natural Hair Care: Safe for natural hair textures seeking dandruff control without harsh chemicals.
6. Color-Treated Hair Care: Gentle enough for use on color-treated hair while controlling dandruff.
7. Transitioning Hair Care: Perfect for those transitioning from chemically processed to natural hair who also experience dandruff.
8. Travel Essential: The effective, gentle formula makes it perfect for travel.
KEY PRODUCT FEATURES
1. BASIC IDENTIFICATION ATTRIBUTES
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Brand: SheaMoisture
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Product Name: African Black Soap Dandruff Control Shampoo
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Product Type: Sulfate-free dandruff control shampoo
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Key Ingredients: African Black Soap, Tea Tree Oil, Willow Bark Extract, Bamboo Charcoal
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Key Benefits: Reduces flaking, soothes itching, controls excess oil, purifies scalp, gentle cleansing
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Target Concerns: Dandruff, flaky scalp, itchy scalp, irritated scalp, oily scalp, product buildup
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Hair Types: All hair types, natural, relaxed, color-treated, transitioning
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Formula Integrity: Sulfate-free, paraben-free, phthalate-free, mineral oil-free, no synthetic fragrance
2. TECHNICAL & FORMULATION PROPERTIES
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Key Active 1: Tea Tree Oil – natural anti-fungal, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory properties
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Key Active 2: Willow Bark Extract – natural salicylates for gentle exfoliation
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Key Active 3: Bamboo Charcoal – draws out impurities, excess oil, and toxins
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Key Active 4: African Black Soap – natural clarifying and balancing
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Sulfate-Free: Gentle cleansing without stripping natural oils
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Anti-Dandruff: Helps reduce flaking and itching
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Scalp Soothing: Calms irritated, inflamed scalps
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Oil Control: Helps balance excess oil production
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Safe For: All hair types, color-treated hair
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Usage: Regular use for dandruff control
3. PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES
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Product Form: Liquid shampoo
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Texture: Smooth, clarifying liquid
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Scent: Tea tree and natural African Black Soap scent
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Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
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Shelf Life: As indicated on packaging
4. HOW TO USE
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Wet: Wet hair thoroughly with warm water.
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Apply: Apply a generous amount of shampoo to scalp and hair.
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Massage: Gently massage into the scalp, focusing on areas with flaking or itching. Allow the Tea Tree Oil and Willow Bark Extract to work.
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Wait: For best results, leave the shampoo on the scalp for 2-3 minutes before rinsing to allow the active ingredients to penetrate.
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Rinse: Rinse thoroughly with warm water.
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Repeat: For severe dandruff, repeat the process.
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Condition: Follow with a moisturizing conditioner if hair feels dry.
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Frequency: Use regularly as needed for dandruff control.
Pro Tip for Best Results: Allow the shampoo to sit on the scalp for 2-3 minutes before rinsing to give the Tea Tree Oil and Willow Bark Extract time to work.
Pro Tip for Severe Dandruff: For stubborn dandruff, use consistently for 2-4 weeks to see significant improvement.
Pro Tip for Dry Hair: This shampoo is clarifying, so follow with a moisturizing conditioner to keep hair soft and hydrated.
SAFETY HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Patch Test Recommended: As with any new hair care product, especially if you have very sensitive scalp or known allergies, perform a patch test before first use. Apply a small amount to your inner arm and wait 24 hours to check for any reaction before full use.
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External Use Only: This product is formulated for external use only. Avoid direct contact with the eyes. If contact occurs, rinse immediately and thoroughly with plenty of clean, lukewarm water.
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Avoid Prolonged Contact: For external use only. Avoid prolonged contact with skin beyond the scalp.
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Broken or Irritated Scalp: Do not apply to open wounds, broken skin, or active infections on the scalp. Wait until the skin has fully healed before using.
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Discontinue Use If Needed: If you experience persistent redness, itching, swelling, or irritation, discontinue use immediately. If symptoms persist, consult a dermatologist or healthcare professional.
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Children: Keep out of reach of children. This product is intended for adult use.
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Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat.
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Expiration: Do not use beyond the expiration date printed on packaging.
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Pregnancy and Nursing: If you have specific concerns, consult your healthcare provider before introducing new products.
2. FIRST AID MEASURES
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Eye Contact: If product enters eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of clean, lukewarm water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
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Skin Reaction: If skin irritation or rash occurs on scalp or skin, discontinue use immediately. Wash the area with mild soap and water. Apply a cool compress to soothe discomfort. If the reaction is severe or persists, consult a dermatologist.
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Ingestion: This product is not intended for ingestion. If accidentally swallowed, rinse your mouth with water and drink a glass of water. Seek medical attention if discomfort occurs.
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Allergic Reaction: Signs of allergic reaction may include rash, hives, itching, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue. If allergic reaction is suspected, discontinue use immediately and seek emergency medical attention.
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