11 Best Sulfate-Free Shampoos in the Philippines | Best of Beauty 2023

Sulfates are a very common ingredient in many shampoo formulas, but they have come under fire for causing hair damage while not adding benefits to the hair. If your hair is curly, coloured, or chemically treated, this is your cue to ditch the wicked sulfates and make the transition! With an extensive brand of sulfate-free shampoo in the market, which then is the best in the Philippines? In our Best of Beauty series, we introduce the 11 Best Sulfate-Free Shampoos in the Philippines, providing quality recommendations based on your budget and needs. 

This article was last updated on 14 March 2023.

11 Best Sulfate-Free Shampoos in the Philippines

1. Rrawskincare Coco Knot Shampoo 

Coconut-based shampoo for luscious, healthy hair 

The answer to all your knots – Rrawskincare’s Coco Knot Shampoo is the best in keeping your hair silky smooth, healthy, and tangle-free. If you cannot seem to get rid of your frizzy hair, this shampoo will surely do wonders for you. As you can probably see from its name, this shampoo is made from 70% real wild coconut juice, so it is really moisturising. It builds lather quickly (a little goes a long way!) and makes every strand of your hair thicker, stronger and healthier.and stronger  Essentially, it has everything that coconut has to offer, including its scent. For some, its scent can be a bit overpowering. But, if you do not have any problem with stronger scents, you will surely find its vanilla coconut-y smell addicting. It is like perfume for your hair! 

For best results, do not forget to use Rrawskincare’s Coco Knot Conditioner as well. 

Local, cruelty-free and organic 

The best thing about Rrawskincare is that all their products and organic and local. Everything, from the formulation ingredients to the packaging, are sourced and made in the Philippines. They also do not test on any animals since the owners are huge animal advocates. As such, the Coco Knot Shampoo is sulfate, paraben, and silicone-free, so even those practising CGM can use it safely. 

Both Coco Knot Shampoo and Conditioner are available in 100mL, 200mL, and 300mL. 

Why buy this: 

• Suitable for all hair types
• Hair and scalp moisturiser 
• Anti-frizz and anti-dandruff formulation
• Sulfate, paraben, silicone and cruelty-free
• Requires minimal amount to lather

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2. Curls by Zenutrients

Specially tailored to suit the Filipino curly hair needs

Straight hair was branded as attractive by beauty standards in the Philippines, so if you’re a curlyhead, you’ll know the struggle of seeing numerous hair products on grocery shelves promising you a straight and shining result. Curls by Zenutrients was established in this sense, for all of you curlies! Their shampoos and conditioners contain only natural ingredients for healthy hair. Though this shampoo is suitable for all hair types, we like how Zenutrients showed some love for curlies by producing a line specifically tailored to the needs of Filipino curly hair.

This sulfate-free shampoo is enriched with avocado and tea tree to completely clean your hair without causing excessive damage to the strands and structure of your hair. The tea tree prevents the buildup of chemicals and dead skin on the scalp, while the avocado nourishes the hair to make it as strong as possible. Overall, curlyheads have praised this shampoo for its efficacy. And since this shampoo is particularly formulated for cleansing, you may pair it up with the Curls by Zen conditioner to further reduce frizz.

Why buy this:

• CGM (Curly Girl Method) approved
• Protein-, paraben-, and silicone-free
• Helps fight dandruff
• Suitable for all hair types
• 100% cruelty-free and vegan
• Made with local ingredients sourced from local farmers and suppliers

3. Be Organic Sulfate-free VCO Shampoo 

Best value for money

Organic hair products are typically more expensive, but we’ve discovered that going organic doesn’t have to break the bank! Be Organic Bath & Body’s products are fairly priced, making them a more affordable option than the majority of organic shampoos available in the Philippines. VCO (Virgin Coconut Oil) Sulfate-free Shampoo is formulated with the finest botanical ingredients to naturally cleanse and nourish your hair. This shampoo is an excellent choice for revitalizing dry and brittle hair. Its natural, nutrient-rich recipe claims to strengthen hair, promote growth, and reduce breakage. Best of all, it is made entirely of natural ingredients and doesn’t include any harsh chemicals.

For less than P200, you can get a bottle of sulfate-free shampoo that will last you many weeks. Even better, it is available in a 1L bottle refill at a discounted price, making it a fantastic bang for the buck.

Why buy this:

• One of the most affordable organic shampoos in the market
• CGM Approved
• Improves hair growth and prevents hair loss
• Formulated with nutrient-rich VCO to nourish the scalp
• Made with 100% natural ingredients without harsh chemicals

4. Human Nature Strengthening Shampoo

 Gentle, nourishing, and ethically made

Human Nature is a brand that is known for its commitment to ethical and environmentally responsible practices, making it a popular choice for buyers who want to use products that align with their values. As a sulfate-free shampoo, Human Nature Strengthening Shampoo is gentler on the scalp and hair compared to shampoos that contain sulfates, which can strip hair of its natural oils and cause dryness and damage. The shampoo contains nourishing ingredients, such as coconut oil and pro-vitamin B5, which help strengthen and hydrate hair, leaving it feeling soft and silky.

Why buy this:

• Gentle cleansing
• Ethical and eco-friendly
• Nourishing ingredients

5. Zenutrients Tea Tree Scalp Treatment Shampoo

Another curly girl-approved product from Zenutrients is also on our list! While having a nice shampoo for your curls is essential, it is better to have a cleanser that effectively cleans away all collected dirt and prevents the formation of dandruff. In this matter, Zenutrients Tea Tree Scalp Treatment Shampoo is made with tea trees and has a cooling effect to relieve itchy scalp. This shampoo is just fantastic for your crown of curls because of its all-natural, organic, and nutrient-rich components, wonderful scent, and outstanding scalp treatment benefits!

Why buy this:

• CGM Approved
• Help reduce dandruff and soothe the scalp
• Fights flaking/flakes
• Unclogs and cleans hair and scalp
• Pleasing mild minty scent

6. Bendurya Coco Vera Nourishing Shampoo Bar

With an ever-expanding selection of shampoo bars to pick from, the Bendurya Coco Vera Nourishing Shampoo has piqued our interest. Aside from being sulfate and chemical-free, we like that this shampoo bar contains virgin coconut oil, aloe vera, and shea butter, all of which are effective ingredients for hydrating, strengthening, and decreasing scalp irritation to promote healthier hair. And at little under P100, this shampoo will last for roughly 100 washes, which is a good way to save money on hair products, which we all know can be pricey!

Why buy this:

• Affordable and long-lasting
• All-natural ingredients
• Delicately scented
• Mild and effective
• Cruelty-free product

7. Beach Born Classy Not Brassy Purple Shampoo

Best for bleached hair

Whether you’ve gone cool ashy blonde, silver, or just bleached your locks, a purple shampoo should be part of your routine. Beach Born’s purple shampoo helps remove brassy colours and neutralizes yellow-orange hues in each hair strand. It contains all-natural components (VCO, tea tree oil, lavender essential oils, and pro-vitamin B5) to keep your hair healthy without breaking the bank. However, since it is sulfate-free, don’t anticipate it to act like commercial shampoos that produce a lot of bubbles. Also, it will make your hair feel stiff at first, so better use it with Beach Born Purple Conditioner after.

You should also keep in mind that purple shampoo is not a replacement for ordinary shampoo. Just use it once or twice a week, or as needed, depending on the condition of your hair colour.

Why buy this:

• First all-natural sulfate-free purple shampoo in the Philippines
• Works on all hair colours
• No artificial fragrance, only pure essential oils

8. Kérastase Discipline Fluidealiste Sulfate-Free Shampoo for Frizzy Hair 

Best for chemically treated hair

If you visit a salon to gour hair rebonded, chances are you’ve severely damaged your hair since the procedure has already taken a toll on your overall hair health. For this concern, the Kérastase Discipline Bain Fluidealiste Sulfate Free Shampoo is created for chemically treated and over-processed hair. The smooth, creamy, shimmery formula contains morpho-keratine™, which protects and nourishes the hair strands. The shampoo also prolongs the luster of colour-treated hair and helps to extend the life of color pigments. And despite its promise of taming unruly strands, this sulfate-free shampoo will not leave your hair oily or heavy!

Why buy this:

• Gently cleanses hair
• Delivers optimal nourishment without weighing hair down
• Morpho-Keratine technology for taming frizz
• Up to 72 hours of anti-frizz

9. Cake The Posh Wash Sulfate-Free Swirl Shampoo

Ideal for people with sensitive scalps or colour-treated hair

Cake The Posh Wash Sulfate-Free Swirl Shampoo is gentle on the scalp and hair, reducing the risk of dryness and damage that can be caused by shampoos that contain sulfates. The shampoo contains nourishing ingredients, such as shea butter, jojoba oil, and aloe vera, which help hydrate and strengthen hair, leaving it feeling soft and silky. It provides a luxurious lather that gently cleanses the hair and scalp, leaving it feeling refreshed and revitalized.

Why buy this:

• Provides a luxurious lather
• Adds a touch of luxury to your shower routine

10. L’Oréal Paris Ever Pure Moisture Shampoo

With this sulfate-free shampoo from L’Oréal, you can keep your colored hair from fading. This shampoo enriched with rosemary flowers gently cleanses your hair while preserving its natural moisture and color with its Anti-Fade Complex. This shampoo can effectively keep your color pure for up to 4 weeks if used consistently! Overall, this shampoo is fantastic not only because it gives hydration to dry hair in the purest way possible, but also because it preserves your hair color for as long as possible.

Why buy this:

• Helps prevent hair color from fading
• Can keep hair color pure for up to 4 weeks
• Infused with rosemary flowers to stimulate hair growth

11. SNAZZY Sulfate-Free Shampoo 

Best for Brazilian blowout hair treatment

For starters, the Brazilian or Keratin blowout has become popular for its life-changing properties in terms of removing frizz and boosting extreme shine to your hair. If you’ve recently had one, the Snazzy Shampoo is perfect for you! This sulfate-free shampoo adds gloss, softness, and smoothness to hair. So, you can be sure that by using this shampoo regularly, you will achieve a long-lasting Keratin Blowout Treatment result.

Why buy this:

• Extends the effects of the Brazilian blowout treatment
• Revitalizes and gives the hair extra shine
• Widely available at supermarkets or drugstores

We hope that our guide on the 11 Best Sulfate-Free Shampoos in the Philippines has helped you pick the best shampoo for your hair care needs. Please share this with your family and friends if you have found it useful!

Featured image: Curls by Zenutrients

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