Hydrate Shampoo — Reddit Reviews
by Pureology
Updated November 5, 2026
Moisturizing, protein-containing shampoo with strong fine-hair love; scalp reactions happen.
What the community says
A concentrated, sulfate-free cleanser with conditioning silicones, proteins, fragrance, and salicylic acid, built for dry or fine hair that wants softness without a huge handful. It can leave some scalps itchy, flaky, or shedding, and acne-prone users report breakouts.
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Real Reddit threads — 50 mentions across 30 threads
Pureology Hydrate Shampoo on Reddit, in one place — 30 threads from r/Haircare, r/FancyFollicles and 6 more, summarized.
“I find it to be a moisturizing shampoo”
Positive
“Pureology hydrate”
Positive
“I found that after I wash and condition (purology hydrating shampoo and lador damage protection conditioner) my hair I towel dry it”
Mentioned
“Pureology hydrate shampoo/conditioner and olaplex # 3 is their best friend.”
Positive
“I was dealing with the worst back, chest, and shoulder acne of my life until I stopped using Pureology.”
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“It cleared up instantly.”
Cautionary
“Now I’m desperately trying to find a shampoo and conditioner that doesn’t break me out”
Cautionary
“Pureology sheer hydration shampoo & conditioner.”
Positive
“Pureology hydrate sheer is my holy grail”
Positive
“alternate between Redken Volume inject shampoo & conditioner and Pureology Hydrate.”
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“I shampoo 2-3 times a week”
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Mentioned together in 15 threads
“I only use n4-6 on my colored hair every other week and Pureology Hydrate shampoo and conditioner on the other weeks.”