Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Shampoo for Fine & Static-Prone Hair — 16.9 fl oz, Moisture-Balancing Shine

Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Shampoo is a color-safe, moisture-balancing cleanser that lifts dulling buildup, adds shine, and smooths fine, static-prone hair.

Formulated around Hawaiian awapuhi extract, this salon-rooted shampoo delivers a rich lather that cleans hair without stripping natural moisture. It’s designed for everyday use on all hair types, with particular benefits for fine or static-prone hair. The scent blends refreshing cucumber-melon with soft floral notes, and the retail bottle now uses post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials to support better recyclability.

How does this shampoo improve shine and remove buildup?

The Awapuhi formula targets dulling residues from styling products, mineral deposits, and environmental debris with surfactants that cleanse gently yet effectively. Rather than harsh stripping, it lifts impurities while leaving a smoothing layer that enhances light reflection on each strand.

• Removes dulling buildup to restore natural hair brightness
• Lush, creamy lather that rinses clean without residue
• Light conditioning agents that help smooth cuticles for increased shine

Will it work on colored or chemically treated hair?

This shampoo is formulated to be color-safe, so it cleans without accelerating color fade when used as part of a color-care routine. Its gentle surfactants and moisturizing components help preserve vibrancy while keeping strands manageable.

• Color-safe formulation suitable for treated hair
• Maintains manageability to reduce friction-related color loss
• Best used with complementary Paul Mitchell color-preservation products

Is it a good choice for fine or static-prone hair?

Yes—this shampoo balances hydration without weighing hair down, which is key for fine textures. Its smoothing action and moisture control help reduce flyaways and static, creating a cleaner, sleeker finish that’s easier to style.

• Hydrates without heavy residue that flattens fine hair
• Reduces static and flyaways for smoother styling
• Improves strand manageability and body for everyday wear

What should I expect from the scent and environmental packaging?

The fragrance mixes cucumber-melon freshness with subtle floral notes for a clean, salon-style scent that’s noticeable but not overpowering. Retail bottles and jars now contain post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic—50% for bottles/jars, 25% for tubes—supporting reduced environmental footprint where local recycling guidelines allow.

• Refreshing cucumber-melon fragrance with soft florals
• Retail bottles/jars use 50% PCR, tubes 25% PCR for improved recyclability
• Low-profile caps and recyclable labels on most retail sizes

Who is this for? Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Shampoo is ideal for anyone seeking a dependable, salon-quality cleanser that brightens hair and controls static without stripping moisture. It’s particularly well-suited to people with fine, limp, or static-prone hair, those who color-treat their hair and want a gentle daily shampoo, and anyone who prefers a lightly scented professional formula packaged with sustainability in mind.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua, Eau), Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cocamide MIPA, Sodium Chloride, Hedychium Coronarium Root Extract, Bisamino PEG/PPG-41/3 Aminoethyl PG-Propyl Dimethicone, PEG-12 Dimethicone, PEG-14M, Glycol Stearate, Silica, Magnesium Nitrate, Magnesium Chloride, Citric Acid, Tetrasodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Fragrance (Parfum), BHT, Phenoxyethanol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Benzyl Benzoate, Limonene