This Not That: OUAI Detox Shampoo

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In true millennial fashion, I was late to the clarifying shampoo game. It wasn’t until this summer—after diving into the Abby Yung method—that I finally gave it a shot. My hair is thick enough that I only wash it every 5–6 days, but the oil buildup was seriously irritating my scalp, especially in the summer heat.

Since OUAI is one of my go-to haircare brands, I picked up their Detox Shampoo. And wow—it’s strong. Honestly, almost too strong. I always follow a clarifying shampoo with a hydrating one to avoid dryness, but even with that step, my hair still felt brittle. I’m not sure who this is made for, because I have thick, coarse hair and it left me feeling stripped. Also, like most OUAI products, the scent was overwhelming for me.

Then I tried the Aveeno Clarifying Shampoo, and it’s now a staple in my routine. I can’t believe I wasn’t using it sooner. It deeply cleans without over-drying, calms my itchy scalp, and has actually helped reduce irritation between washes. I’m addicted to how fresh my scalp feels after using it. I even bring it to my blowout appointments and ask them to use it first (I know, not cool—but I don’t care!).

Trust me: if you’re not using a clarifying shampoo yet, your scalp is begging you to start.

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