Kapha Shampoo, 200ml | to deeply clean, invigorate & rebalance normal to oily, thick, or quickly greasy hair & scalp

Kapha Herbal Shampoo for strong, oily and full-bodied hair

Maharishi Ayurveda Kapha Herbal Shampoo, is specially formulated to deeply clean, invigorate and rebalance normal to oily, thick, or quickly greasy hair and scalp. It combines traditional Ayurvedic herbs, flowers and fruits with natural plant-based cleansing agents to help cleanse the hair thoroughly while maintaining softness, shine and manageability.

The formula contains amla, haritaki, bibhitaki, bhringraj, acacia, hibiscus and natural essential oils of geranium and palmarosa. It is particularly suitable for hair that tends to become oily, heavy or difficult to manage between washes.

Main benefits

• Deep Cleansing & Sebum Control: Kapha-type hair is often thick, strong, and prone to excess oil production. This formula breaks down oil buildup, thoroughly cleanses impurities, and regulates sebum output to keep hair fresh longer.
• Invigorates & Revitalises: Stimulates cutaneous scalp circulation to awaken sluggish hair follicles, helping to boost natural volume, body, and lightness without weighing strands down.
• Purifying Botanical Blend: Enriched with key Ayurvedic herbs – such as Amla (Indian Gooseberry), Shikakai, and Belleric Myrobalan (Bibhitaki) – to strengthen hair roots, restore shine, and prevent scalp heaviness.
• Mild Plant-Derived Surfactants: Cleanses effectively using gentle, coconut- and sugar-derived cleansing agents that remove excess oils without over-stripping or drying out the scalp.
• Refreshing Essential Aromatherapy: Infused with 100% pure natural essential oils of geranium and patchouli, offering a fresh, uplifting fragrance that boosts energy and mental clarity while washing.
• Certified Natural Standard: Certified natural cosmetic (BDIH/COSMOS Natural), vegan-friendly, and free from synthetic sulfates (SLS/SLES), silicones, parabens, and artificial fragrances.

Key ingredients and their actions

• Amalaki: Amla is one of Ayurveda’s most valued hair care ingredients and is traditionally used to support shine, strength and scalp balance.
• Haritaki: Haritaki is traditionally regarded as a cleansing and balancing herb and is often included in Ayurvedic hair care formulations.
• Bibhitaki: Bibhitaki is traditionally used to support scalp cleanliness and healthy-looking hair.
• Bhringaraj: Bhringaraj is one of Ayurveda’s best-known herbs for maintaining healthy-looking hair and supporting scalp vitality.
• Shikakai: Shikakai provides gentle natural cleansing and helps leave the hair soft and manageable.
• Aritha: Soapnut contains naturally occurring saponins and has been used traditionally as a botanical cleanser for hair and scalp.
• Japa: Hibiscus flower is valued in Ayurvedic hair care for supporting softness, shine and smooth texture.
• Geranium essential oil: Geranium oil contributes a fresh floral aroma and supports the balancing nature of the formula.
• Palmarosa essential oil: Palmarosa provides a pleasant fragrance and complements the shampoo’s refreshing qualities.
• Hydrolysed wheat protein: Wheat protein helps improve hair texture, combability and overall manageability.

How to use

• Apply a small amount to wet hair and massage gently into the scalp and hair.
• Work into a lather and rinse thoroughly with warm water.
• Repeat if required.
• Suitable for regular use.
• For best results, use as part of a complete Ayurvedic hair care routine.

Container content

• 200ml.

Useful notes

• Certified by the Vegan Society.
• Certified natural cosmetics (BDIH/COSMOS Natural standards depending on market and packaging version).
• Suitable for frequent shampooing.
• Particularly suitable for strong, full-bodied hair that tends towards oiliness.
• Often recommended for use alongside Maharishi Ayurveda Kapha Hair Oil.

Full list of ingredients

• Jala – Water (Aqua)
• Nariyal – Coconut-derived cleanser (Decyl Glucoside)
• Nariyal – Coconut-derived cleanser (Sodium Coco Sulphate)
• Nariyal – Coconut-derived cleanser and stabiliser (Lauryl Glucoside & Stearyl Citrate)
• Nariyal – Coconut-derived cleanser and emollient (Coco Glucoside & Glyceryl Oleate)
• Lavana – Natural mineral salt (Sodium Chloride)
• Godhuma – Hydrolysed wheat protein (Triticum aestivum)
• Sodium benzoate – Preservative (Sodium Benzoate)
• Sodium phytate – Stabilising agent (Sodium Phytate)
• Rosha – Palmarosa oil (Cymbopogon martinii)
• Geranium – Wild geranium oil (Geranium maculatum)
• Amalaki – Indian gooseberry (Emblica officinalis)
• Shikakai – Soap pod fruit (Acacia concinna)
• Akashabela – Giant dodder (Cuscuta reflexa)
• Aritha – Soapnut fruit (Sapindus trifoliatus)
• Japa – Hibiscus flower (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis)
• Bhringaraj – False daisy (Eclipta alba)
• Bibhitaki – Beleric myrobalan (Terminalia bellirica)
• Haritaki – Chebulic myrobalan (Terminalia chebula)
• Citral – Natural essential oil component (Citral)
• Geraniol – Natural essential oil component (Geraniol)
• Farnesol – Natural essential oil component (Farnesol)
• Citronellol – Natural essential oil component (Citronellol)
• Limonene – Natural essential oil component (Limonene)
• Linalool – Natural essential oil component (Linalool)