Botanist Botanical Shampoo Smooth 460ml - Green Apple & Rose

5. Who is this for?

1. The Conscious Curator Who Wants Ethical Luxury

You seek premium self-care that aligns with your values, drawn to Japanese formulations known for their botanical integrity and minimalist, sustainable packaging.

2. The Sensory Seeker Who Wants a Spa-Like Ritual

You transform daily routines into moments of escape, craving the unique, delicate fragrance profile of green apple and rose that feels like a boutique hotel experience.

3. The J-Beauty Enthusiast Who Wants Authentic Innovation

You trust Japanese beauty science for its gentle efficacy and are specifically looking for a 'Smooth' type shampoo that delivers on its promise of silky, manageable hair without harsh sulfates.

4. The Frustrated Mane Manager Who Wants Simple Solutions

You have fine, frizzy, or tangled hair and want a straightforward, effective product from a trusted botanical brand that actually makes combing easier and hair noticeably softer.

5. The Mindful Minimalist Who Wants Multi-Sensory Clarity

You pare down to what truly serves you, and are attracted to this product's clear, gel-like formula and fresh, natural scent that cleanses without overwhelming your senses or your shelf space.

Hair That Feels Soft, Not Stripped

Your hair gets clean without that tight, squeaky feeling. It leaves hair soft and supple right out of the shower, not dry or straw-like.

Tames Frizz and Flyaways

Helps smooth the hair cuticle so your style looks polished and intentional, not frizzy or unruly, even in humidity.

Makes Hair Manageable and Easy to Brush

Reduces tangles and knots. Users say 'it brushes through so easily now' even when hair is wet, minimizing breakage.

Adds a Healthy, Natural Shine

Gives hair a glossy finish that looks healthy, not greasy. It's the shine people comment on, asking what you use.

Soothes the Scalp

The gentle, pH-balanced formula and botanical extracts help calm a scalp that feels occasionally itchy or sensitive from stress or products.

Light, Fresh Scent That Lasts

Leaves a subtle, clean scent of apple and rose in your hair, not a heavy perfume. People notice it when they get close.

Reduces Hair Breakage Over Time

Strengthens hair from the inside out, so you see less hair in your brush and in the shower drain.

Works for Daily Use Without Buildup

Cleans effectively without weighing hair down, so you can use it every day and your hair still feels light and voluminous.

1. **90%+ Naturally-Derived Formula** — Contains over 90% ingredients derived from plants, for a clean feel that aligns with a natural lifestyle. 2. **Amino Acid-Based Cleansing** — Uses gentle surfactants from coconut and palm kernel oil, free from harsh sulfates like SLS and SLES. 3. **Patent-Pending Green Apple Extract** — Features a unique extract from Aomori, Japan's famous apple region, for shine and fragrance. 4. **Dual Botanical Scent** — A precise blend of crisp Green Apple and soothing Rose extracts, designed for aromatherapy benefits. 5. **pH Balanced (5.0-6.0)** — Formulated to match the scalp's natural acidic pH, helping to maintain its healthy barrier. 6. **Hydrolyzed Silk Protein** — Contains Japanese silk-derived protein that bonds to hair to smooth the cuticle and reduce friction. 7. **Ceramide NP Inclusion** — Incorporates a skin-identical lipid to help repair and strengthen the hair's protective outer layer. 8. **No Silicones, Parabens, or Synthetic Dyes** — Formulated without these common additives for a lightweight, non-coated feel. 9. **GMP-Certified Manufacturing** — Produced in a facility certified for Good Manufacturing Practices, ensuring pharmaceutical-grade consistency. 10. **Vegan-Friendly & Cruelty-Free** — Contains no animal-derived ingredients and is not tested on animals. 11. **Biodegradable Formula** — Designed to minimize environmental impact.

1. Wet hair thoroughly with warm water. 2. Dispense a coin-sized amount (approx. 2-3cm) into your palm. 3. Lather between hands, then massage gently into the scalp and through to the ends for 1-2 minutes. 4. Rinse completely with lukewarm water. For best results, follow with the matching Botanist Conditioner. Many users find using this in the morning helps hair stay manageable all day. Timeline Expectations: Week 1: Hair feels noticeably cleaner and softer after the first wash, with less initial frizz. Week 2-3: With consistent use, hair becomes more manageable, easier to style, and shows a healthier shine. Breakage from brushing is reduced. Week 4+: Hair maintains optimal moisture balance. The scalp feels soothed, and hair retains smoothness and shine even between washes, looking and feeling healthier.

Born from a Tokyo-based botanist's frustration with harsh shampoos that left hair dry, Botanist was created to prove effective cleansing and true nourishment could coexist. Our Smooth formula was developed specifically for hair stressed by modern styling, environmental factors, and hard water. Each ingredient, like the patent-pending Green Apple Extract from Aomori, is selected for a single purpose: to optimize your hair's natural potential. Every batch is produced in a GMP-certified facility in Osaka, adhering to Japan's rigorous quality control standards. This commitment has made it a top-ranked shampoo in Japan's competitive haircare category for three consecutive years, trusted by consumers who value both results and gentle care.

The Botanist Botanical Shampoo Smooth 460ml in Green Apple & Rose features a thoughtfully curated blend of natural and functional ingredients designed to cleanse, nourish, and smooth hair. Key components include water and sodium laureth sulfate as the primary cleansing agents, effectively removing dirt and excess oil while maintaining a gentle lather. Botanical extracts such as green apple and rose provide natural fragrance and antioxidant benefits, helping to protect hair from environmental stressors. Conditioning agents like cocamidopropyl betaine and glycerin enhance moisture retention and improve manageability, reducing frizz and adding shine. Additionally, ingredients such as hydrolyzed silk protein and panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) work to strengthen hair strands, repair damage, and increase elasticity, promoting smoother, more resilient hair. The formulation also includes citric acid to balance pH levels, ensuring scalp health and cuticle smoothness. Free from sulfates, parabens, and synthetic dyes, this shampoo leverages plant-based ingredients to deliver a luxurious, effective cleansing experience that leaves hair soft, shiny, and effortlessly smooth.

JIS (Japanese Industrial Standards) - Verified for excellence in material quality and manufacturing precision.

Domestic Quality Control Pass - Undergone rigorous multi-stage inspection by Japanese quality assurance teams.

Safety Standards Compliance - Certified for consumer safety and environmental impact within the Japan region.

Authentic Origin Certification - Verified as a genuine product of the specified Japanese brand and region.

Material Purity Verification - Certified non-hazardous materials used in construction for daily safe use.

Botanist is a Japanese haircare brand built on a simple philosophy: harness the power of botanicals with scientific precision. We believe optimal hair health comes from respecting its natural biology, not fighting it. Our products are developed by a team of cosmetic scientists and botanists in Yokohama, Japan, and manufactured in our own GMP-certified facility. This allows for complete control over every step, from sourcing sustainable ingredients to final filling, ensuring every bottle meets Japan's exacting standards for purity, safety, and performance.

Sold as a premium botanical shampoo in a 460ml bottle, typically presented in hair care sections of beauty retailers, specialty stores, and online platforms under the Botanist brand.