CLARIFYING Shampoo Bar
CLARIFYING Shampoo Bar
CLARIFYING Shampoo Bar
CLARIFYING Shampoo Bar
CLARIFYING Shampoo Bar
CLARIFYING Shampoo Bar
CLARIFYING Shampoo Bar
CLARIFYING Shampoo Bar
CLARIFYING Shampoo Bar

CLARIFYING Shampoo Bar

for oily hair and roots
Rated 4.7 out of 5
Based on 1019 reviews
$17.00
Rated 4.7 out of 5
Based on 1019 reviews

A deeply cleansing shampoo bar that clarifies without stripping. Removes oil and buildup, leaving hair clean, light, and balanced.

Not sure which bar to choose? Take our quick quiz to find your perfect match.

Sizes:
SHAMPOO
SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER
Quantity Limited to 5

This solid shampoo bar clears buildup and excess oil with castor oil, ginseng, and orange peel. It deeply clarifies without disrupting your scalp’s natural balance. Scented with a fresh citrus blend of lime and orange. Safe for colour-treated hair.

92% of users agree this shampoo helped remove excess oil or buildup* *Based on a survey of 322 Ethique consumers

Castor seed oil - Deeply cleanses without stripping moisture

Ginseng - Invigorates the scalp for healthier-looking hair

Orange peel - Natural clarifying properties for a deep clean

Sodium Coco-Sulfate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Stearic Acid, Aqua (Water), Decyl Glucoside, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Glycerine, Coconut Acid, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Brassica Alcohol, Lactic Acid, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil, Sodium Isethionate, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Mica, Tin Oxide, Limonene¹, Terpinolene¹, Terpineol¹, Pinene¹, Alpha-Terpinene¹, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77492, CI 77491). ¹Component of essential oils.

Net Weight: 110 g / 3.9 OZ

Easy as 1 - 2- 3: Wet hair and bar. Massage bar directly onto scalp and work into a lather with hands. Rinse completely, following with your Ethique conditioner.

Keep dry and away from direct water between uses. Store with ample airflow and drainage for best results. Check out our storage options!

BALANCED + REFRESHED + REVITALISED

Results in ONE WASH

SHAMPOO
1. Wet bar and hair
2. Swipe directly on scalp
3. Rinse completely

CONDITIONER
1. Glide bar on hair + ends
2. Rinse completely

FAQ

It removes product buildup and excess oil, helping reset your scalp without stripping its natural moisture—leaving hair lighter, fresher, and more voluminous.

Use 1–2 times a week to clarify without over-drying. It’s great as a reset between washes with your usual shampoo bar.

Yes—our formula is 100%colour-safe. It deep-cleans without harsh surfactants, so your strands stay vibrant and nourished.

Absolutely. It’s made to break down buildup, absorb excess sebum, and help rebalance an oily scalp over time.

Yes. It lifts buildup without disrupting your natural curl pattern—just follow with a nourishing conditioner bar to keep curls defined.
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Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
Based on 1,259 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 1.1k Total 4 star reviews: 128 Total 3 star reviews: 38 Total 2 star reviews: 22 Total 1 star reviews: 15
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1,259 reviews
  • Lizzie
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    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Age Range 35 - 44
    My hair texture Fine
    My hair shape Wavy
    My oil production Oily
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    11 hours ago
    Amazing!

    I had a failed shampoo bar attempt about 10 years ago and since then I’ve been really skeptical of shampoo bars. My hair is really thin and regardless of what shampoos I’ve used (expensive ones, drugstore ones), it gets greasy so soon. I read that these shampoo bars were not soap, which I suspect was the problem for the bars I used 10 years ago. I ordered a bundle of 3 shampoos and 3 conditioners. I am in love!! My hair looks and feels so healthy and I’ve found that my hair doesn’t get as greasy as quickly. I also suffer from Seborrheic dermatitis and so far haven’t seen any flare ups after using this product. I’ve been recommending this to all of my friends!

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  • Mandi P.
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    I recommend this product
    Age Range 25 - 34
    My hair texture Medium
    My hair shape Straight
    My oil production Oily
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 days ago
    Clarifying Shampoo Bar - My Favorite Shampoo Bar

    I’ve been using this bar shampoo over 6 months with some other bars and my hair has never been softer, smoother, and no itchy or oily scalp!

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  • Eleanor B.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    squeaky clean

    Lathers up well, smells great and leaves my hair feeling clean.

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  • Sheila H. R.
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    I recommend this product
    Age Range 55 - 64
    My hair texture Fine
    My hair shape Wavy
    My oil production Moderate
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Great!

    This one is our favorite of all the shampoo bars. It lathers amazingly well. The only reason it didn't get 5 stars is because it gets very soft and stays that way. But from experience with some of the others, the less it melts the less the lather. And while I know lather is not cleansing, it sure makes the shampoo more enjoyable.

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  • Bella P.
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    I do not recommend this product
    Rated 2 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    Great shampoo, hate the new shape!

    I've used Ethique's shampoo bars for probably over 5 years now, and I absolutely hate the new shape. As others have said it doesn't fit in the old storage containers which has made it really really hard to keep the bars dry in the shower. Its just not practical for me to have to remove the bar from the shower every time after I've used it as I've got nowhere else to store it, so the storage containers were the best option.

    The massive size of the shampoo bars now are actually so difficult to hold for a small woman's hand, I'm so much more prone to dropping it now which is a real pain. I wish you'd left a good thing alone :(

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    Ethique
    1 week ago

    Thanks so much for sharing your feedback - we really appreciate your support over the years, and we're sorry the new shape hasn't worked for you.

    You're right that the new bars don’t fit into our original in-shower containers (which were designed over 7 years ago). One thing that can really help - both with grip and fit - is cutting the bar in half. It’s totally safe to do, and many of our team (and customers) find it makes the bar easier to handle and dry between uses.

    We're constantly reviewing feedback like yours to help shape future updates, so thank you again for taking the time to share this.