Paul Mitchell Super Smooth Shampoo for Frizzy Hair, 10.14 fl oz — Sulfate-Free with Plant Squalane

Paul Mitchell Super Smooth Shampoo is a daily sulfate-free cleanser that smooths frizzy hair and boosts softness with plant-derived squalane.

This shampoo is designed to gently cleanse without SLS/SLES/ALS surfactants while helping reduce frizz and improve manageability. The formula pairs a smoothing emollient derived from plants with a lush fruity scent—notes of apple, dewberry, white peach and wild strawberry—so hair feels softer and looks visibly sleeker after routine use when combined with the matching conditioner.

How does this shampoo reduce frizz and add softness?

The key smoothing ingredient is plant-derived squalane, a lightweight emollient that helps seal the hair cuticle, lock in moisture, and reduce surface roughness that causes frizz. Because the formula is free of harsh sulfates, it cleans without stripping natural oils, leaving strands more flexible and easier to style.

• Contains plant-derived squalane to smooth and condition.
• Sulfate-free cleansing for gentler moisture retention.
• Formulated to improve manageability and reduce flyaways.

Is this shampoo safe for daily use and colored hair?

Yes—its gentle, sulfate-free surfactant system makes it suitable for frequent washing and less likely to fade color compared with harsh sulfate shampoos. Still, for maximum color protection, pairing with color-safe conditioners or treatments is recommended.

• Daily-use formula that cleanses without aggressive detergents.
• More color-friendly than SLS/SLES-containing shampoos.
• Works best when used with a complementary conditioner for added protection.

What results can I expect and when will I notice them?

Many users observe softer, more manageable hair after a few washes; improved smoothness is most noticeable when the shampoo is used together with the Super Smooth Conditioner. Long-term benefits like reduced frizz and easier styling build with consistent use as the hair surface becomes more uniform.

• Immediate: cleaner hair with a softer feel after first few washes.
• Short-term: decreased flyaways and easier detangling within weeks.
• Ongoing: smoother, more manageable hair with regular pairing of shampoo and conditioner.

How does this product align with environmental and packaging goals?

Paul Mitchell has updated packaging to incorporate post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials in retail bottles and jars, and redesigned caps and labels to improve recyclability where local systems allow. Note that PCR content varies by format, and some components like pumps still use virgin plastics.

• Retail bottles and jars contain PCR materials (percentage varies by item).
• Labels and low-profile caps designed for better recyclability.
• Packaging choices reflect a reduced environmental footprint where recycling systems permit.

Who is this for: Paul Mitchell Super Smooth Shampoo is aimed at people with frizzy, hard-to-manage hair who want a gentler daily cleanser that enhances softness and control. It’s a good fit for anyone seeking salon-quality smoothing without sulfates—especially those who prefer plant-derived ingredients and updated, more recyclable packaging. For best results, use alongside the Super Smooth Conditioner to achieve up to the smoother-looking finish reported in independent testing.

Ingredients

Aqua (Water, Eau), Sodium Myreth Sulfate, Cocamide MIPA, Alcohol, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Isoceteth-20, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Algae Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Polyquaternium-10, Trideceth-12, PEG-150 Distearate, PEG-3 Dioleoylamidoethylmonium Methosulfate, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Trimethylsiloxyamodimethicone, Triethyl Citrate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Citric Acid, C11-15 Pareth-7, C12-16 Pareth-9, Magnesium Nitrate, Bisamino PEG/PPG-41/3 Aminoethyl PG-Propyl Dimethicone, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Magnesium Chloride, Parfum (Fragrance), Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool