Phillip Adam Apple Cider Vinegar Shampoo — Original Green Apple, 12 oz | Sulfate‑Free, Color‑Safe Shine

Phillip Adam Apple Cider Vinegar Shampoo is a sulfate- and paraben-free cleansing formula that removes buildup while adding shine and a fresh green apple fragrance.

This shampoo blends apple cider vinegar, plant-derived surfactants, and botanical extracts into a gentle daily cleanser that aims to clarify hair and scalp without harsh ingredients. It’s formulated to lather using coconut-derived surfactants, balance pH, and leave hair smooth and glossy while avoiding sulfates, parabens, silicones, phthalates, and harsh preservatives. The light green-apple fragrance is produced from natural fruit extracts and lime essential oil for a pleasant, lingering scent.

How does this shampoo clean without sulfates?

The formula uses natural surfactants from coconut that create a mild foam and lift oils, dirt, and product residue without aggressive stripping. Apple cider vinegar helps clarify by loosening buildup and restoring a balanced scalp environment.

• Coconut-derived surfactants provide gentle foaming and cleansing
• Apple cider vinegar assists in removing mineral and styling-product residue
• pH-balancing action helps reduce frizz and smooth the cuticle

Will this shampoo work on color-treated or sensitive scalps?

Yes — the product is formulated without sulfates, parabens, dyes, silicones, phthalates, or harsh preservatives, making it suitable for those with color-treated hair or sensitive scalps. Botanical extracts and plant-based ingredients provide a gentle base that cleans without causing undue irritation.

• Safe for color-treated and chemically processed hair
• Gentle, plant-based ingredients reduce irritation risk
• Free of common allergens like gluten and cruelty-free

How will Phillip Adam Apple Cider Vinegar Shampoo affect hair texture and shine?

The apple cider vinegar component helps smooth the hair cuticle, which reflects more light and creates a shinier appearance. Regular use can reduce frizz and leave hair feeling smoother while preserving natural moisture thanks to the mild surfactants and botanical nourishment.

• Improves sheen by smoothing the hair cuticle
• Helps control frizz for a sleeker finish
• Maintains natural moisture balance without heavy silicones

What does it smell like and how long does the scent last?

The scent is a fresh green-apple profile built from natural apple and pear extracts plus lime essential oil. It’s designed to be clean and long-lasting without synthetic fragrance chemicals, leaving a subtle fruity freshness after rinsing.

• Natural green apple and pear aroma with a lime top note
• No artificial fragrance chemicals or overpowering perfumes
• Subtle, lingering scent appropriate for daily use

Who is this for: Phillip Adam Apple Cider Vinegar Shampoo suits anyone seeking a gentler daily cleanser that clarifies and enhances shine without harsh additives. It’s a good match for people with oily scalp concerns, those who use styling products often, individuals with color-treated hair looking to avoid sulfates, and anyone who prefers plant-based, cruelty-free haircare with a natural fruity scent.

Ingredients

Purified Water (Aqua), Ammonium Cocoyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Decyl Glucoside, Apple Cider Vinegar, Caprylhydroxamic Acid & Caprylyl Glycol & Glycerin, Lactic Acid, Pyrus Malus & Communis Extract (Apple & Pear) & Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Essential Oil, Hydrolized Pea Protein, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract (Lemon Balm), Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Salvia Officinalis (Sage)