Design Essentials Sulfate-Free Moisturizing Shampoo — Agave & Lavender, 12 oz, Hydrating & Strengthening

Design Essentials Agave & Lavender Sulfate-Free Moisturizing Shampoo is a gentle, plant-forward cleanser that softens and strengthens hair while improving manageability.

This 12 oz sulfate-free shampoo blends agave and lavender with other botanical ingredients to remove dirt and buildup without stripping natural oils. Formulated for textured, chemically treated, and dry hair types, it aims to restore hydration, reduce breakage, and prepare hair for heat styling. The scent profile is subtly floral-herbaceous, and the formula is cruelty-free and free of parabens, paraffin, petrolatum and mineral oil.

How does this shampoo moisturize without sulfates?

Instead of harsh sulfates, the formula uses milder surfactants and hydrating botanical extracts that lift dirt while preserving the hair’s natural moisture barrier. This approach reduces the tight, stripped feeling that can follow stronger cleansers.

• Mild cleansing agents that foam lightly but rinse clean
• Agave extract to attract and hold moisture
• Lavender to soothe the scalp and add a fresh scent
• Free from parabens, mineral oil, petrolatum and paraffin

Will it make hair easier to style and reduce breakage?

The shampoo helps smooth the cuticle and improve elasticity so strands are less prone to snapping during brushing and heat styling. It’s designed to work as a prep step before blow-drying, flat ironing, or silk press techniques.

• Cuticle-smoothing ingredients for better slip and reduced tangling
• Strength-enhancing botanicals to improve resilience
• Improved manageability for heat styling and protective styles
• Promotes shine and softness for a polished finish

How should I use it for best results?

Wet hair thoroughly, apply a quarter-sized amount (adjust by length and density), work into a lather focusing on roots and scalp, then rinse. For deeper moisture, follow with a complementary conditioner or leave-in treatment from Design Essentials.

• Use 2–3 times weekly or as needed based on oiliness and styling frequency
• Pair with a moisturizing conditioner for mid-lengths and ends
• Can be followed by heat protection before styling
• Safe for color-treated and relaxed hair when used as directed

What results can I expect after several uses?

Users typically notice softer, more manageable hair with reduced frizz and improved shine. Over time, routine use alongside strengthening conditioners may help hair feel stronger and show less visible breakage during detangling.

• Softer texture and improved smoothness
• Enhanced manageability for styling and detangling
• Subtle scent of lavender without overpowering fragrances
• Cruelty-free formulation for conscious consumers

Who is this for: Design Essentials Agave & Lavender Sulfate-Free Moisturizing Shampoo suits people with dry, textured, chemically treated, or heat-styled hair who want a gentler cleanse that restores softness and prepares strands for styling. It’s a good option for anyone avoiding harsh sulfates and common petroleum-derived ingredients while seeking botanical hydration and improved manageability.

Ingredients

Deionized Water, Sodium C14-16 Olefi n Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Polyquaternium-7, Cocamide MEA, Propanediol, Acrylamidopropyltrimonium Chloride/Acrylamide Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycereth-2 Cocoate, Glycol Distearate, Agave Tequilana Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract, Mangifera Indicia (Mango) Fruit Extract, DC Violet No. 2, DC Red No. 33 Powder, FDC Blue No. 1, Powder, Fragrance