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Use this rich, cleansing conditioner to moisturize + protect coily, curly, and color-treated hair. Proven to:

  • Make curls happy (Curly Girl Method approved*: silicone-free, free of drying alcohols)
  • Soften and detangle hair
  • Nourish hair + improve health and strength
  • Remove surface build-up while conditioning
  • Reduce breakage and improve hair's strength
  • Be gentle on skin (dermatologist-tested, non-irritating, suitable for sensitive skin)

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8oz, 16oz$29.99 - $39.99

1. build your hair profile

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natural hair type your hair type when hair is
untreated or unstyled

hair structure

scalp moisture

2. select up to 5 hair goals

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deep condition

Moisturize and deeply condition dry damaged hair from the inside out, restoring hydration lost from heat and/or chemical processing.

Shea Butter + Avocado Oil

fix split ends

Smooth and coat your split ends for a sleek hair surface while building moisture content to minimize future split ends.

Black Oat Seed Extract + Beetroot Extract

hydrate

Restore your hair’s moisture balance, prevent future moisture loss and treat your hair with long-lasting hydration.

Coconut Oil + Aloe Vera

replenish hair

Replenish damaged, nutrient-depleted strands and protect your hair from environmental stressors.

Chestnut Extract + Rice Protein

strengthen

Increase your hair’s resilience and elasticity, stimulate healthy hair growth and protect your hair from breakage.

Horsetail Extract + Evening Primrose Oil

rejuvenate

Revitalize and strengthen your hair to prevent premature aging caused by environmental stressors, heat and chemical styling, and nutrient loss.

Locust Bean Gum + Baobab Seed Extract

color protection

Protect your hair from damaging UV rays, prevent dulling and fading, and enhance your strands for optimum color uptake and retention for lasting, vibrant color.

Palm Fruit Extract + Rice Bran Oil

lengthen

Promote healthy hair growth with increased scalp circulation and follicle stimulation for longer, stronger locks.

Pea Sprout Extract + Blue-Green Algae Extract

thermal protection

Moisturize and condition heat damaged hair while protecting strands from future damage caused by thermal styling.

Grapeseed Oil + Linseed Extract

volumize

Rejuvenate limp, lifeless hair with noticeable volume and cleanse hair free of buildup which may be weighing hair down.

Sweet Almond Extract + Quinoa

anti-frizz

Hydrate and soften hair texture while protecting strands from frizz, static and breakage.

Tamarind Extract + Moroccan Argan Oil

curl definition

Enhance and define your natural curls to achieve smoother texture and improve overall manageability.

Chia Seed + Linseed Extract

nourish roots

Stimulate your hair roots and facilitate the transport of key nutrients to hair bulbs and shafts for healthier, fuller hair.

Blue-Green Algae + Coconut Fruit Extract

shine

Enhance your hair’s natural shine, luster and reflection while improving your overall hair health without weighing hair down.

Acai Oil + Amazonian Babassu Oil

soothe scalp

Moisturize and energize your scalp to relieve discomfort, reduce buildup and help prevent flakes.

Aloe Vera + Salicylic Acid

oil control

Stimulate and revitalize your scalp to promote healthy hair growth and prevent excessive oil production.

Rosemary Leaf Extract + Vitamin E

co-wash is silicone-free!

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fragrance

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ingredients

Formulated with a moisturizing mix of Shea Butter, Jamaican Black Castor Seed Oil, Avocado Oil, Hydrolyzed Quinoa, and Aloe Juice.

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recommended use

Saturate your hair with water. Apply enough product to coat hair and scrub onto your scalp, covering all sections. Spread product down the length of your hair, gently detangling. Coat your ends + apply additional product if needed. Leave on hair for up to 5 minutes, depending on your hair type, and rinse it out thoroughly.

Use Function of Beauty shampoo every 2-3 weeks to clarify hair.

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great for...

This world’s first custom co-wash is great for all coily, curly, and color-treated hair for a non-stripping cleanse you can trust.

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What’s the difference between co-wash, conditioner, and shampoo?

Co-wash is a cleansing conditioner used between shampoos to gently cleanse the scalp and hydrate hair at the same time, never stripping the hair + scalp of natural oils or drying it out. It's formulated to be lighter on the roots than a conditioner, and it’s not as drying or harshly cleansing as a shampoo.

What hair types can use co-wash?

Co-wash is specifically created for curly and coily hair types (as well as color-treated hair) that sometimes find shampoo to be too drying for their hair, too difficult to detangle, and/or want to be able to refresh their hair between shampoos. While co-wash is recommended for curly or coily hair types, straight and wavy hair can still use it - your hair might feel weighed down or you may find you need to wash sooner than you would using regular shampoo when washing with co-wash.

How often should co-wash be used?

Co-wash can be used 1-2 times per week to gently cleanse hair and scalp in between wash days. We recommend using Function of Beauty shampoo every 2-3 weeks (in place of your co-wash) to fully cleanse the hair and scalp from any potential build-up.

Should I use co-wash with my Function of Beauty shampoo and conditioner?

We recommend using co-wash alongside your Function of Beauty shampoo and conditioner for an optimal wash routine. Adjust usage as necessary, but if you have curly or coily hair, or dry, damaged, or color-treated hair, we recommend using co-wash and conditioner together regularly, and shampoo once every few washes to more deeply cleanse the scalp of any build-up.

What does it mean to be Curly Girl Approved?

Curly Girl Approved products are made to keep curls happy and healthy-- always silicone-free, sulfate-free, free of drying alcohols, some soap ingredients and non-soluble waxes. Function of Beauty is not associated with Lorraine Massey, the Curly Girl Method (“CGM”), or Curly Girl: The Handbook. Reference to the Curly Girl Method is provided for informational purposes only and is accurate to the best of our knowledge, however it is not guaranteed. Product formulas can change at any time.
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