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Wash Shampoo

4.4
Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
176 Reviews

Preserves Pigment | Reduces Shedding | Balanced Cleanse

A skincare-grade shampoo that addresses the early signs of aging hair. Wash preserves pigment while gently cleansing and balancing the scalp for soft, shiny, buildup-free hair. For best results, use consistently for 3–6 months.

WHAT IS IT?

 

Wash is a shampoo that treats your scalp like skin by removing oil and product buildup without stripping essential moisture. Powered by our patented Mela-9® Complex, it works at the root to help preserve natural pigment while a light, creamy lather rinses clean for soft, balanced hair. Gentle enough for daily use and never heavy; pair with Smooth Conditioner or Masque Deep Conditioner for added hydration. Use 3–5× per week; most see softer, stronger hair with less grey hair growth in just 3–6 months with consistent use. Color-safe, dermatologist-tested and hypoallergenic.

100% natural cedar + sage scent; made without sulfates, parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrance, PEG, formaldehyde, or dyes.

HOW TO USE

 

1. Apply to scalp and roots, massaging in and lathering.
2. Leave on for a few minutes, then rinse thoroughly.
3. Follow with Smooth Conditioner (for fine to medium hair) or Masque Deep Conditioner (for medium to coarse hair).

Use 3–5 times per week for maximum results. Wash is sulfate-free and concentrated, so the suds are naturally smaller. For a richer, creamier lather, mix with a little water in your hands before applying. 

Pro Tip: To prioritize slowing greys and support repigmentation, pair with Not Today, Grey and use both consistently for 3–6 months.

STUDY RESULTS

 

After using Wash Shampoo and Smooth Conditioner:
94% reported improved hair (at 16 weeks).
83% said hair felt softer.
77% reported fewer new grey hairs.

Based on a 24-Week Consumer Perception Study to assess the efficacy of Arey Wash & Smooth on hair health and greying on 36 male & female participants ages 22-50, all with 30% or less grey, by an independent research team.

INGREDIENTS

 

Water (Aqua), Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Avena Strigosa Seed Extract, Ononis Spinosa Root Extract, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide 20 Amide, Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Extract, Panthenol, Fragrance (Parfum)*, Amodimethicone, Hydrolyzed Barley Protein, Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Zanthoxylum Bungeanum Fruit Extract, Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Flower Extract, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Extract, Wasabia Japonica Leaf Extract, Polygonum Multiflorum (Fo-Ti) Root Extract, Biotin, Caffeine, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Germ Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Citric Acid, Acetyl Tyrosine, Pentylene Glycol, Gluconolactone, Sodium Benzoate

Contains: Sesame
Free of: Sulfates, Parabens, Phthalates, Synthetic Fragrance, Polyethylene Glycol, Formaldehyde and Dyes

Arey works best on those who have 0-30% grey hair. Not sure what percentage you are?
DERMATOLOGIST TESTED
TRICHOLOGIST FORMULATED
COLOR SAFE
SYNTHETIC FRAGRANCE FREE
CLEAN INGREDIENTS
VEGAN + CRUELTY FREE
4.4
Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
176 Reviews

Proven Results

BEFORE
AFTER

“Since getting Arey my hair is healthier than ever and coming in dark! Definitely less gray than before and it just looks super healthy and is soft and shiny."

- Kim T.
6 Months Wash + Smooth
BEFORE
AFTER
before and after using wash and not today grey

"Yes, I am still grey, but Arey has made my hair so much darker, like 3 or 4 shades darker. I'm impressed!"

- Michelle W.
3 Months The System + Wash
BEFORE
AFTER
before and after using the duo and to the root

“This shampoo and conditioner feels amazing when it’s being applied…my hair feels perfectly clean!”

- Esme
Wash+ Smooth
BEFORE
AFTER
before and after using the duo

"Since hitting perimenopause, my hair became very dry and wiry. This shampoo has made my hair feel so much softer."

- Soy K.
Wash + Smooth
BEFORE
AFTER
before and after using the duo and to the root

“My hair felt so polished without any heat styling! I usually have to use a flat iron to get my hair to look this way.”

- Helen R.
Wash + Smooth + To The Root®
BEFORE
AFTER
before and after using the duo and to the root

“This has such a natural, beautiful smell”

- Hannah W.
Wash + Smooth + To The Root®
Results may vary

What You Can Expect:

1-2 months: healthier hair & scalp
2-3 months: fuller, smoother more vibrant hair
3+ months: less grey hair growth & possible re-pigmentation

Results You Can Feel: Softer, Stronger, More Vibrant Hair

As seen in a 24-week consumer perception study with Smooth conditioner.

SEE FULL CONSUMER STUDY

Results based on a 24-Week Consumer Perception Study to assess the efficacy of Arey Grey haircare products on hair health and greying on 36 male & female participants aged 22-50, all with 30% or less grey, by an independent research team.

How to Apply

Wash is a gentle shampoo with proactive ingredients that stimulate pigment production and support hair health.

HOW TO USE:
  • Dispense a silver dollar-size amount into your hand and work the product into a lather.
  • Wet hair and apply to scalp and roots.
  • If more lather is needed, add more water and continue to massage into the scalp.
  • Remember to focus on the back of your head as well.
  • Allow the product to sit on the scalp for several minutes.
  • This allows the active ingredients to fully absorb into the scalp.
  • Rinse thoroughly, and follow with Smooth conditioner.

Why 'Wash' is Your Key to Less Grey, More Vibrant Hair

Wash Shampoo

  • Stimulate

    A clinically efficacious peptide helps with repigmentation by stimulating the MC1-R (melanocortin 1 receptor).

  • Prepare

    Wasabi extract, sesame seed extract and zanthoxylum bungeanum fruit extract work to help the active ingredients penetrate the scalp and access the follicle

  • Nourish

    Ginseng, fo-ti and caffeine provide nourishment to the root to promote cell turnover and promote healthier hair growth

  • Volumize

    Panthenol plays a role in activating the proliferation of cells in the skin barrier, and also helps bind water to the skin and hair, balancing and adding volume
4.4
Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
Based on 176 reviews
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176 reviews
  • Elena P.
    Verified Buyer
    1 week ago
    Reviewing
    Wash Shampoo
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    The best shampoo !

    I started noticing gray hairs and decided to try this shampoo. I had low expectations to start, but my gray hair actually started growing in brown again. I use to have 5-10 grays pop up every month. Now, I haven’t found any in the last 3 months. It really works and on top of that the smell is also incredible ! 10/10

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    Arey
    4 minutes ago

    Thank you for your amazing review, Elena! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that Wash Shampoo has exceeded your expectations and delivered such incredible results. It's fantastic that your grey hair is growing in brown again and that you haven't found any new greys in the last three months - that's exactly the kind of transformation we love to see! We're also so happy you're loving the scent. Your 10/10 rating means the world to us. We appreciate you being a valued member of our community and look forward to continuing to provide you with exceptional haircare solutions tailored to your needs.

  • Danielle B.
    Verified Buyer
    3 weeks ago
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    Wash Shampoo
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Great shampoo

    it leaves my hair feeling fresh and clean!

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  • Shibani C.
    Verified Buyer
    1 month ago
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    Wash Shampoo
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Wonderful

    Much like the conditioner, I've noticed my grey hairs being less noticeable. My hair is also silkier than before.

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    Arey
    1 month ago

    Thank you for your wonderful review, Shibani! We're so thrilled to hear that Wash Shampoo is making your grey hairs less noticeable and leaving your hair feeling silkier - that's exactly what we love to hear! It's fantastic that you're getting such great results with both the shampoo and conditioner working together. We appreciate you being a valued member of our community and look forward to continuing to provide you with exceptional haircare solutions tailored to your needs.

  • marina s.
    Verified Buyer
    2 months ago
    Reviewing
    Wash Shampoo
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Best shampoo I've tried

    My favorite shampoo! I even got my husband to use it. Leaves my hair soft, smooth, and manageable. Growing baby hair now!

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    Arey
    2 months ago

    Thank you for your wonderful review, Marina! We're so thrilled to hear that Wash Shampoo has become your favorite and that you even got your husband using it too! It's fantastic that you're experiencing such soft, smooth, and manageable hair - and how exciting that you're seeing new baby hair growth! That gentle yet effective formula is exactly what we designed this shampoo to deliver. We appreciate you being a valued member of our community and look forward to continuing to provide you with exceptional haircare solutions tailored to your needs.

  • Elise D.
    Verified Buyer
    2 months ago
    Reviewing
    Wash Shampoo
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Noticeable Difference

    After about 6 months of using this shampoo, my hair dresser told me it looked like I had a lot less greys - and I didn't even tell him I was using this shampoo! Will continue to use.

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    Arey
    2 months ago

    Thank you for your wonderful review, Elise! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that after 6 months of using Wash Shampoo, your hairdresser noticed you had a lot less greys without you even mentioning the product! That kind of unsolicited feedback from a professional really speaks to the effectiveness of consistent use. We appreciate you being a valued member of our community and look forward to continuing to provide you with exceptional haircare solutions tailored to your needs.

FAQs

Yes, all of our products are sulfate-free. Our Wash shampoo creates a luxurious lather and leaves hair perfectly clean, soft, smooth, and balanced. Bubbles will also be smaller in nature than those shampoos made with sulfates. Just add a bit of water and you'll be able to create a lather.

Arey Wash shampoo contains our patent-pending Mela-9™ Complex which works to slow and repigment grey hair. It also delivers healthier, softer, glossier hair. Like all of our products, Wash shampoo is made with clean ingredients and is vegan, cruelty-free, and gluten-free.

Wash and Smooth contain our signature 100% natural fragrance of cedar and sage.

Wash is a gentle shampoo, Smooth is a lightweight conditioner — and both are color-safe formulations.

Absolutely. Wash is a sulfate-free shampoo that's gentle enough to use on keratin-treated hair. Keratin treatments are designed to help manage texture. Using The System in tandem can help support healthy hair growth and manage texture for your future hair growth.

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