Cypress and Sage Paraben Free Shampoo

Cypress and Sage Paraben Free Shampoo — a vegan shampoo for clean, comfortable hair

If you’re looking for a paraben free shampoo that cleanses without leaving hair feeling stripped, this refreshing formula combines coconut-derived cleansers with plum and hibiscus extracts, plus cypress, sage and lavender essential oils. The result is soft, healthy-looking hair with a fresh, herbal aroma from natural ingredients (no artificial fragrance/parfum).

Awards: Our Cypress and Sage Paraben Free Shampoo was highly commended in the Platinum Awards and shortlisted in the Free From Skincare Awards.

Why choose this paraben free shampoo?

• Shampoo free from parabens — designed for a gentle, modern cleanse.
• SLS-free and SLES-free (no sodium lauryl/laureth sulphate) — instead it uses a coconut-derived cleansing system.
• No artificial fragrance (parfum) — the aroma comes from essential oils (with naturally occurring allergens).
• Vegan and cruelty-free approvals for added peace of mind.
• Palm oil free and gluten, wheat and soya free.
• Glass bottle with optional pump, plus a larger refill option to reduce waste.

Some people search for a “chemical free shampoo”. For us, that means a shampoo free from parabens and without artificial fragrance (parfum), while still using proven, skin-friendly ingredients that help the shampoo perform well.

How will this paraben free shampoo work for your hair?

• Cypress, sage and lavender essential oils give a fresh, stimulating herbal feel and help hair feel clean and revived (without synthetic fragrance).
• Plum fruit extract helps condition the hair fibre so lengths feel smoother and more protected in day-to-day life.
• Hibiscus flower extract is naturally rich in plant compounds and helps hair look glossy and feel softer.
• Guar (guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride) is a plant-derived conditioning agent that helps reduce static and improves detangling, so brushing feels kinder.

No SLS or SLES (and what that means)

This shampoo is designed for customers who want a no SLS no paraben shampoo approach. Rather than sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS) or sodium laureth sulphate (SLES), we use a coconut-derived cleansing system (including sodium coco-sulphate alongside gentle co-surfactants) to create a satisfying lather and rinse cleanly.

How to use

1. Massage a small amount into wet hair, focusing on the scalp first.
2. Add a splash of water to boost lather, then rinse thoroughly.
3. If you use styling products, do a quick second cleanse.
4. Follow with conditioner on mid-lengths and ends.

We recommend pairing with our Cypress and Sage natural conditioner. For a deeper dive into ingredient choices, visit our Natural Hair Care guide.

Sizes, packaging and refills

• 235ml glass bottle (fully recyclable), with optional dispenser pump.
• 500ml shampoo refill in recyclable aluminium for better value and less packaging waste.

Press, awards and ethics

• Highly commended in the Platinum Awards and shortlisted in the Free From Skincare Awards.
• Our shampoos and conditioners are a Best Buy from Ethical Consumer.
• Approved by the Vegetarian Society and PETA.

Review mention: “Just love it! Lathers up better than I expected for a more natural shampoo and leaves my hair soft and clean, rather than stripped and brittle. Very gentle, I am sensitive to new things and this has been just fine for my fine fly away hair! Feels great, will now be my 'go to'.” (Heather).

Ingredients

The full ingredient list is available in the Ingredients dropdown above.

Key ingredients / actives:

• Plum fruit extract and hibiscus flower extract to help hair feel softer and look glossier.
• Guar (guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride) to help reduce static and improve detangling.
• Aloe leaf juice powder for added comfort and conditioning.

Aroma: fresh and uplifting, from natural essential oils (no artificial fragrance/parfum). Contains naturally occurring allergens including d-limonene and linalol.

Cruelty free / Vegan friendly / Palm oil free / Gluten free / Wheat free / Soya free

FAQs

Is this a paraben free shampoo?

Yes. This formula is made without parabens.

Is it “sulphate-free”?

We avoid using that label because it can mean different things. This shampoo is SLS-free and SLES-free (no sodium lauryl/laureth sulphate), using a coconut-derived cleansing system instead.

Is it suitable for sensitive scalps?

It’s designed to be gentle, but it is scented with essential oils. If you’re very sensitive, patch test first and reduce contact time on the scalp. As an alternative try our Pure Fragrance Free Shampoo ( free from essential oils).

Is it vegan and cruelty-free?

Yes — it’s vegan and Conscious Skincare is approved by the Vegetarian Society and PETA.

Is it gluten free?

Yes — this shampoo is gluten, wheat and soya free.

Is this a no SLS no paraben shampoo?

Yes — it contains no SLS/SLES and no parabens. It cleanses with a coconut-derived system, then conditions lightly so hair feels smooth and easy to manage.

Does it contain added fragrance?

There’s no artificial fragrance (parfum). The aroma comes from essential oils, and the formula includes naturally occurring fragrance allergens (limonene and linalool).