Sarah K Carnival Shampoo 500ml | Post-Chemical Home Care

Sarah K Carnival Shampoo - 500ml is a nourishing home-care shampoo made to look after chemically treated and smoothed hair. Part of the Carnival range, this post-chemical, intense-nutrition wash gently cleanses while feeding the fibre with Brazil nut and macadamia oils, collagen and amino acids, helping to keep hair soft, glossy and manageable between salon visits and to prolong the smoothing result.

At a glance

What it is: nourishing post-chemical home-care shampoo
Core action: gently cleanses, nourishes and helps prolong the smoothing result
Hero actives: Brazil nut oil, macadamia, collagen, silk and wheat amino acids
pH: 5.0 to 5.5
Best for: chemically treated, smoothed and everyday hair that needs nourishment
Format: 500 ml, home care
How to use: massage into wet hair, leave 2-5 minutes, rinse, repeat if needed

What it is

This is the home-care shampoo of the Carnival range, made to maintain hair after a smoothing service or any chemical process. Rather than stripping the hair, it cleanses gently and delivers intense nutrition, so treated lengths stay soft and shiny wash after wash. Its mildly acidic pH of 5.0 to 5.5 helps keep the cuticle smooth and sealed, which is exactly what you want when you are trying to hold on to a sleek, frizz-controlled finish for as long as possible.

Key ingredients

Brazil nut oil - rich, nourishing oil that softens and adds shine to treated hair.
Macadamia oil - emollient nourishment that helps tame frizz and improve slip.
Collagen - supports softness and a healthier feel along the strand.
Silk and wheat amino acids - replenish and help condition the fibre.

What you can expect

Expect a gentle, nourishing wash that leaves hair clean, soft and glossy without feeling stripped. Because it is designed as post-chemical care, it is a natural fit after a Carnival smoothing service: keeping washing gentle and infrequent is one of the best ways to prolong a smoothing result, and a nourishing shampoo like this supports that. Over regular use, hair should feel more supple and look shinier, with frizz easier to manage day to day. It cares for the hair you have; it does not smooth or straighten on its own.

Who it is for

Anyone maintaining a Carnival smoothing or other chemical service who wants to prolong the result.
Chemically treated, coloured or highlighted hair that needs gentle, nourishing cleansing.
All hair types looking for softness, shine and everyday manageability.
Those who want a nourishing home-care wash to pair with the Carnival Conditioner.

Professional recommendation

To get the most from a smoothing service, wash less often - around two to three times a week - and keep the water lukewarm rather than hot. Massage the shampoo gently through the lengths rather than scrubbing, and follow with the Carnival Conditioner on the mid-lengths and ends for extra softness and slip. Blot hair dry rather than rubbing, and go easy on daily heat styling to help the smooth, glossy finish last.

How to use

Apply enough shampoo to wet hair, massaging gently.
Leave it on for 2 to 5 minutes.
Rinse thoroughly.
If needed, repeat the application.

Safety: Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes, mouth and mucous membranes. Protect from light, excessive heat and humidity. Discontinue use if any sensitivity occurs. The full ingredient list is printed on the bottle.

In short

Nourishing post-chemical home-care shampoo from the Carnival range.
Gently cleanses while feeding hair with Brazil nut, macadamia, collagen and amino acids.
Mildly acidic pH 5.0 to 5.5 that helps keep the cuticle smooth and sealed.
Helps prolong a smoothing result and keep treated hair soft and glossy.

Get or refresh the Carnival smoothing system

Sarah K Carnival Protein Treatment Kit - 3x100ml -- the complete 3-step system in a compact size
Sarah K Carnival Protein Treatment Kit - 2500ml -- the full system in salon volume
Sarah K Clarifying Shampoo with Micellar Water - 1000ml -- Step 1 prep
Sarah K Carnival Brazilian Protein Treatment - 1000ml -- Step 2 smoothing active
Sarah K Carnival Universal Neutralizing - 500ml -- Step 3 pH-balancing finish

Frequently asked questions

Does this shampoo help maintain and extend my Carnival smoothing result?

Yes. It is a gentle, post-chemical home-care shampoo made to look after smoothed and treated hair. Its mildly acidic pH of 5.0 to 5.5 helps keep the cuticle smooth and sealed, and it nourishes rather than strips, which supports a longer-lasting result. Combined with washing gently and less often, it helps your smoothing stay soft and glossy for longer.

How often should I use it, and can I wash daily?

For treated or smoothed hair, washing around two to three times a week is ideal, since less frequent washing helps a smoothing result last longer. The formula is gentle enough for regular use when you do wash. Use lukewarm rather than hot water and massage it softly through the hair rather than scrubbing, to protect the smooth finish.

Can I use it on coloured or bleached hair?

Yes. It is a gentle, nourishing shampoo that suits coloured, highlighted and bleached hair as part of everyday care. Because it cleanses softly rather than stripping, it is a good match for hair that has been chemically processed. As always, if your hair is very fragile, treat it gently and follow with a conditioner to keep it soft and easy to manage.

Do I need the conditioner too?

Using the matching Carnival Conditioner is recommended for the best results. The shampoo cleanses and nourishes, while the conditioner adds extra softness, slip and frizz control on the mid-lengths and ends. Together they make a simple home-care routine that keeps treated hair supple and glossy and helps maintain a smoothing result between salon visits.

Who should avoid this shampoo?

It is not vegan, as it contains collagen and silk and wheat amino acids. Anyone who prefers to avoid cocamide DEA, the preservative methylchloroisothiazolinone / methylisothiazolinone, or fragrance allergens such as linalool and alpha-isomethyl ionone may want to skip it. If you have a known sensitivity, check the full ingredient list printed on the bottle first, and stop use if any irritation occurs.

Is it suitable for all hair types?

Yes. It is designed for all hair types and is especially well suited to chemically treated, smoothed or coloured hair that needs extra nourishment. Fine hair may prefer to keep it mainly on the scalp and roots, while thicker or drier hair can enjoy the richer, more nourishing feel through the lengths. Follow with the conditioner to finish.

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