Question 1

Can this shampoo be used for colored hair? (PM color protect shampoo is terrible!). Open to suggestions, but has to be "cruelty-free".  Thanks:)

Accepted Answer

The real Paul Mitchell can, but this isn't real. It stripped the color from my hair and left it frizzy and gray.

Question 2

Is this the original product? In the back of the bottle it says " guaranteed only when sold by a professional hair dresser" ??

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Amazon has many different sellers / suppliers - so i cant speak to all of them- but i have been using this shampoo for like 40 years- always the same- always reliable. I have long, fine but thick color treated hair ( blonder highlights) . Always compliments on my hair. Scent is mild imo, and dissipates- mild  floral fruity smell, imo. i guess. I washed my hair like 24 hours ago & can barely detect any scent if i stuff my nose in & take a big whiff! 
I tried pureology for a few months too- i really liked it as well - but for the price difference - went back to my Paul Mitchell! ( & pureology was harder to find. Yes initially back in the 80s u could only sell PM products with a license for hair styling- that was pre internet & pre- Amazon.  i think.Amazon is just the middle man here- to facilitate our product needs. I have not bought shampoo from the drugstore or grocery store since probably in the 70s, so idk if normal retail products have improved. But im sticking with PM as long as i can & buying in bulk helps! Ive NEVER experienced any fading, flaking, or other mentioned issues using this shampoo. I dont use other products on my hair at home as a norm >  just Awapuhi & the Detangler,, w  occasinal freeze & shine hair spray,  & occasional J of Beverly Hills Everyday spray ( i can not tolerate ANY tangles or knots).  Hope this helps - sorry to hear some have received  fake products., i only started buying it on Amazon a couple of years ago- covid start., but no problems so far.

Question 3

Is it sulfate free ?

Accepted Answer

No.  The second ingredient is Sodium Laureth Sulfate.   So it's defiantly not "sulfate free".

Question 4

many reviews mention the great smell. How strong is the fragrance? Thank you

Accepted Answer

The fragrance is bland and smells like artificial watermelon to me. Could be my bottle but I don't like it whatsoever. I love the Awuphi hair cream though. The smells differ extremely.

ASIN	B003JKDNQQ
ASIN	B003JKDNQQ
Active Ingredients	Infused with moisturizing awapuhi
Age Range Description	Adult
Best Sellers Rank	#94,208 in Beauty ( See Top 100 in Beauty ) #3,959 in Hair Shampoos
Brand Name	Paul Mitchell
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (18,730)
Customer reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (18,730)
Date First Available	31 October 2010
Global Trade Identification Number	00009531113272
Hair Type	All
Included Components	Active Substance Combinations
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Item Dimensions	6.1 x 6.1 x 22.9 centimeters
Item Form	Liquid
Item Type Name	Shampoo
Item Weight	1.2 Pounds
Item model number	882214
Liquid Volume	16.9 Fluid Ounces
Manufacturer	John Paul Mitchell Systems
Manufacturer	John Paul Mitchell Systems
Manufacturer Part Number	700121
Material Type Free	Phthalate Free
Model Number	882214
Number of Items	1
Other Special Features of the Product	Original
Package Size Name	16.9 oz
Product Benefits	Cleansing, Moisturizing
Product Dimensions	6.1 x 6.1 x 22.86 cm; 544.31 g
Recommended Uses For Product	Hair Breakage
Scent Name	Refreshing cucumber melon scent with soft floral notes
Suitable Hair Color	Light Blonde
UPC	009531139869
Unit Count	16.9 Milliliters

Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Shampoo, Original Wash, Balances Moisture, For All Hair Types, 16.9 fl. oz.

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