Klorane Gloss Hydrating Shampoo for Brown Hair

When should you use this revitalizing shampoo on brown hair?

Klorane Moisturizing Gloss is a shampoo designed for brown and chestnut-colored hair that has lost its shine. Its formula combines an extract from the stem of the prickly pear—a cactus native to arid regions whose pads store water—with a complex of henna leaf extract and glycolic acid, a fruit acid from the AHA family. Its creamy cleansing base cleanses the scalp and roots without weighing down the lengths.

This shampoo restores shine and depth to brown hair. Henna revives the brown tones of the hair fiber, while glycolic acid smooths the cuticle scales. A smoother surface reflects light more evenly, resulting in a deeper brown hue. In ex vivo tests on hair strands, hair was measured to be three times shinier after applying the shampoo, mask, and treatment from the line, followed by a styling routine: this figure reflects the complete routine, not the shampoo used alone.

The second benefit is reflected in the product’s name. Prickly pear extract helps the hair fiber attract and retain moisture, leaving the hair soft and supple when dried. Other ex vivo tests on hair strands show 72 hours of hydration and four days of shine. The formula is designed for dull brown hair, whether natural, highlighted, or colored.

Brown hair rarely loses its luster all at once: the sun, hard water, and repeated washing gradually wear down the hair’s surface, causing it to reflect a diffuse, dull sheen. This shampoo fits into your regular washing routine, alongside shine-reviving treatments that take over to nourish the lengths.

The shampoo prepares the hair shaft, but a treatment applied after rinsing provides additional nourishment to the lengths. For this, we recommend the Klorane Prickly Pear Hair Mask, formulated with the same prickly pear extract: left on the lengths for a few minutes, it hydrates the driest areas, where the hair shaft struggles most to retain its shine.

How do you use this prickly pear gloss shampoo?

Directions for Use

Lather on wet hair, then rinse. For frequent use.

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Precautions

• For external use only, on hair and scalp. Do not swallow.
• Avoid contact with the eyes. In case of contact, rinse thoroughly with water.
• Do not use if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients, particularly henna (Lawsonia inermis). The fragrance contains linalyl acetate and tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, fragrance allergens that are subject to mandatory declaration.
• On a sensitive scalp, the cleansing base and glycolic acid in the formula may cause tightness or a tingling sensation.
• Do not apply to a scalp that is damaged, irritated, or sensitized by recent hair coloring, bleaching, perming, or straightening.
• Discontinue use if redness, itching, or persistent tingling of the scalp occurs after rinsing.
• A flaky scalp, one covered with patches or thick scales, or unusual hair loss requires medical attention.
• Close the bottle tightly after use, store away from heat and light, keep out of reach of children, and use within 12 months of opening.

What are the ingredients in this brown-reviving cleansing treatment?

Ingredients

Water (Aqua)², Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Glycolic Acid, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Coco-Glucoside², Sodium Hydroxide², Pentylene Glycol², Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract², Lawsonia Inermis (Henna) Leaf Extract (Lawsonia Inermis Leaf Extract)², Blue 1 (CI 42090), Citric Acid², Disodium EDTA, Disodium Phosphate, Fragrance (Parfum), Glycerin², Glyceryl Oleate², Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil)², Hydrogenated Vegetable Glycerides Citrate², Linalyl Acetate, Polyquaternium-39, Potassium Sorbate, Red 33 (CI 17200), Sodium Benzoate, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Tocopherol².

² Ingredients of natural origin. 84% ingredients of natural origin. 0% silicone. The list of ingredients is subject to change: we recommend checking the list on the packaging of the product you purchased.

Product Details

200 ml or 400 ml bottle.

Our Expert Tips on the Moisturizing Gloss for Brown Hair

At the counter, the recurring question with “shine” shampoos is about expectations: people hope to see a transformation in their brown hair after the very first wash. A shampoo is, after all, a rinse-off product that remains in contact with the hair shaft for just a minute or two. On short, healthy hair, this is often enough to restore shine. On dry, porous, or frequently straightened hair, it’s the treatment you apply afterward that makes the difference: if you can only add one step to your routine, start with this one.

Over time, pay attention to your scalp rather than your hair lengths. If it feels comfortable, there’s no reason not to use it with every wash. If it feels tight, alternate with a very gentle shampoo and reserve this treatment for every other wash. Finally, keep in mind what dulls brown hair on a daily basis: the heat from straighteners and hair dryers wears down the hair’s surface faster than any shampoo can repair it, which is why it’s important to use a heat protectant before every blow-dry.

FAQ

Will Klorane’s Moisturizing Gloss Henna shampoo color my hair or cover my gray hair?

No. This shampoo does not color the hair: the henna leaf extract in a rinse-out shampoo does not deposit pigment the way henna powder does when left on for one to several hours. Gray hair remains gray; existing hair color is not altered either.

Does Klorane Moisturizing Gloss contain sulfates?

Yes. The primary surfactant in the formula is sodium laureth sulfate, combined with milder surfactants derived from coconut and sugar. This is what gives it its creamy lather. It is therefore not a sulfate-free shampoo, a category often sought after to prolong the life of an oxidative hair color.

Can I use Klorane Gloss Hydratant on blonde or very light hair?

This shampoo is designed for brown and auburn hair, enhancing its brown tones. On blonde or very light hair, it does not provide the appropriate highlights; a shampoo formulated for blonde highlights is better suited for this purpose.