Is this shampoo good for color-treated hair?

Yes. It is designed for hair exposed to coloring, bleaching and heat styling, and aims to reduce visible damage from breakage.

Do I need the matching conditioner?

It is the first step of a four-step regimen. Following with the Intensive Repair conditioner, and a weekly mask, gives the fullest result.

Is it sulfate-free or vegan?

The formula is described as vegan and cruelty-free. Sulfate content is not stated, so check the ingredient list if you avoid sulfates.

How often should I use it?

It is made for regular washing. Lather on wet hair and rinse, then condition; use the mask about once a week for extra care.

Will it work on fine hair?

It is built for damaged hair, so fine or oily hair may find it heavy. Use a small amount and rinse well.

Where is the Dove Intensive Repair Shampoo cheapest?

At Walmart, for $8.84, 20% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Dove Intensive Repair Shampoo?

7 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Target, Primo Shop USA, CVS Pharmacy, Laporte Market & Cafe.

Dove Intensive Repair Shampoo

Best price now

$8.84at WalmartChecked Nov 3

20% under what the other stores charge

Compared across 7 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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What reviewers say

Owners of damaged, color-treated hair generally report softer, less brittle hair after regular use, and many like the creamy lather and classic Dove scent. Some find it too heavy for fine hair or say it does little for serious split ends on its own.

What people mention

SoftnessPraisedUsers say hair feels softer and less rough after regular washing.
Damage repairMixedSome see less breakage over time; others say split ends are unchanged.
WeightCriticisedFine-haired users report it can leave hair flat or greasy.
LatherPraisedReviewers like the thick, creamy lather from a small amount.
ScentMixedThe classic Dove fragrance is liked by many but called strong by some.

About the Dove Intensive Repair Shampoo

Dove Intensive Repair Shampoo is made for damaged hair, including hair exposed to coloring, bleaching, straightening, blow-drying and heat styling. The formula uses Bio-Protein Care Technology to help restore hair strength. It is enriched with Glutamic Amino Serum, an amino acid found in hair, to help strengthen hair and reduce visible damage from breakage.

Apply it to wet hair, lather and rinse, then follow with conditioner. It is the first step in the Dove Intensive Repair four-step regimen. For extra care, the Dove Intensive Repair Hair Mask can be used once a week. The formula is vegan and intended for adult use.

Size

28 fl oz bottle

Hair type

Damaged hair, including color-treated, bleached and heat-styled

Benefit

Reconstructing

Key technologies

Bio-Protein Care Technology, Glutamic Amino Serum

Formula

Vegan, cruelty-free

Regimen

Step 1 of the Dove Intensive Repair four-step regimen