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Happy Hair People Ride The Waves Shampoo - 12 fl oz

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$7.99 when purchased online
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About this item

Highlights

  • Wavy hair shampoo: Smooth & shape for effortless wavy hair
  • For wavy hair: Great for naturally tousled, wavy shapes
  • Wavy shampoo: Weightless hydration & keeps frizz at bay
  • Amazing feel-good fragranced shampoo: With happy MoodScentz™+¹ fragrance technology
  • Sulfate free wave shampoo: Gently cleanses hair for healthy, happy waves
  • Cruelty free & vegan shampoo: PETA certified cruelty free and never tested on animals
  • Shampoo bottle² made from 50% recycled plastic: 100% recyclable

Description

Wavy hair shampoo for bouncy, energized waves that are oh-so-smooth. This wave shampoo is all about effortless wavy shapes, weightless hydration & keeping frizz at bay (when used as part of the Ride the Waves duo). This feel-good fragranced shampoo is boosted with Orange oil. A sunny warm scent, powered by happy MoodScentz™+¹, an advanced mood-boosting fragrance technology.

We are the Happy Hair People™ & we're on a mission to bring you good hair days with joyful bursts of happiness.

¹MoodScentz™+ is a trademark of Givaudan
²(minus cap)
Scent: Orange
Hair Type: Curly
Health Facts: Sulfate-Free, Dye-Free, Phthalate-Free, Vegan, Paraben-Free
Product Warning: Eye irritant
Product Form: Liquid
Sustainability Claims: Cruelty-Free
Beauty Purpose: Smoothing
Net weight: 12 fl oz (US)
TCIN: 89202737
UPC: 5016155272525
Item Number (DPCI): 063-00-9219
Origin: Imported
If the item details above aren’t accurate or complete, we want to know about it.

Ingredients:

water (aqua), sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, cocamidopropyl betaine, sodium chloride, citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) peel oil, panthenol, glycerin, fragrance (parfum), lauryl lactyl lactate, sodium benzoate, citric acid, tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, polyquaternium-10, potassium sorbate, citral, citronellol, geraniol, hexyl cinnamal, limonene.

Allergens & Warnings:

AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES. IF PRODUCT ENTERS THE EYES, RINSE WELL WITH WARM WATER. IF IRRITATION OCCURS, DISCONTINUE USE.

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 6 inches length x 3 inches width x 1 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.9 pounds

Return details

This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
See the return policy for complete information.

Q: Does the shampoo lather or is it a non/light lather shampoo?

submitted by Alexandxea - 17 days ago
  • A: Hi Alexandxea, All Happy Hair People shampoos lather, so go right ahead and lather, smile & rinse! Take care and best wishes, Happy Hair People

    submitted byBrand - 11 days ago
    Brand expert

Q: What's the scent smell likr

submitted by Dnicely - 5 months ago
  • A: Happy Hair People has an amazing feel-good fragrance infused with orange oil. It's a deliciously moreish warm and sunny scent that’s bursting with sun-ripened orange goodness & powered by happy MoodScentz™+ (an advanced mood-boosting fragrance technology).

    submitted byBrand - 5 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Is this shampoo safe for permanent colored hair?

submitted by imagummybear - 10 months ago
  • A: Hi there! Yes, please know that this shampoo is safe for color treated hair. Thank you for your interest!

    submitted byTarget Brand Expert - 8 months ago

Q: Is this shampoo safe for semi permanent color treated hair?

submitted by Kelly - 11 months ago
  • A: Hi there! Yes, please know that this shampoo is safe for color treated hair. Thank you for your interest!

    submitted byTarget Brand Expert - 8 months ago

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Summary of reviews

This shampoo and conditioner set has garnered mixed feedback from guests, particularly those with wavy hair. Many appreciate its pleasant scent and ability to cleanse without leaving a greasy residue. Guests have noted improvements in hair softness, manageability, and reduced frizz. However, some have experienced issues with dryness, greasiness, and scalp irritation. Overall, it seems to work best for those with specific hair types, particularly wavy or fine hair.
    Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
    4.2 out of 5 stars with 172 reviews
    effectiveness: 3.49 out of 5
    quality: 3.64 out of 5
    value: 3.92 out of 5
    57% would recommend
    47 recommendations

    Great but not for sensitive skin.

    3 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    StephanieMeowy - 19 days ago
    I loved how this shampoo made my curls so beautiful. People were constantly complimenting my curls because of how defined they became when I used this product. The only downside is that I had some type of sensitivity to it and it burned my scalp and would make it raw and triggered my eczema. Idk what caused this but this is the first shampoo to ever do this to me. So just be weary if you have sensitive skin or eczema. I’m sad about having to stop using it and wasting an entire bottle of the product.
    1 reply from Brand team - 17 days ago
    Hi StephanieMeowy, Thanks for reaching out to us. We are truly sorry to hear about your experience. We recommend that you pause using Happy Hair People and return to a haircare regime that suits you best. Please be assured that your safety is our highest priority and all our products undergo extensive testing in our lab and on real consumers. Happy Hair People also meets industry safety regulations. In addition to this, many of the ingredients found in Happy Hair People are industry standard, and used across many premium brands, however that doesn’t mean that individuals such as yourself won’t have individual reactions. If you need any further help, please reach out to us via the Contact Us section of our website and we’ll be there to support you. Take care & best wishes, Happy Hair People.
    effectiveness: 4 out of 5
    quality: 4 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    Perfect for combo curl types and textures!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Christina G - 27 days ago, Verified purchaser
    My daughter has combination curl types of 2b/c and 3b/c hair. It is coarse and incredibly thick. I have a lot to help keep her curls refined and manageable. High end shampoos and conditioners, creams, serums, I’ve tried drug store products, products and brands designed for natural hair or curly hair and everything in between but this shampoo and conditioner worked amazingly on her hair. I was honestly shocked. Her hair was moisturized, bouncy, shiny and her curl patterns were tighter, controlled and refined. No frizz, no tangles, no knotting in her under layers nothing! This is all without using any sort of finishing product. We run a wide tooth comb through hair (not more than 2 times) and then apply Amika’s Dream Routine cream all while her hair is still wet/heavily damp and air dry. I definitely will be trying the Feeling Groovy curl cream on her hair! I also tried on my hair and it brought my waves and curl back as well. I blow dry my hair every other day and I have color blocking in my hair so a good portion of it is lifted (bleached) and even that hair curled and waved. It also smells DELICIOUS! Only negative is I wish it came in larger sizes. I would definitely buy liters of this. We used the Ride the waves line.
    1 reply from Brand team - 20 days ago
    Hi Christina, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on our Happy Hair People Ride the Waves Shampoo – we’re so pleased to hear you’re enjoying it and have passed on your comments about larger bottle sizes to our Product Development Team. Take care & best wishes, Happy Hair People.
    effectiveness: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 4 out of 5
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    Sent is good but left me with dry scalp

    2 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Guinevere - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
    Sadly this shampoo made my scalp extremely tight and flaky. At first I thought it was me but I stopped using it and it’s getting a little better. Plus my ends are so dry too. It’s way too harsh on my hair.
    1 reply from Brand team - 20 days ago
    Hi Guinevere, Thanks for reaching out to us. We are truly sorry to hear about your experience. We recommend that you pause using Happy Hair People and return to a haircare regime that suits you best. Please be assured that your safety is our highest priority and all our products undergo extensive testing in our lab and on real consumers. Happy Hair People also meets industry safety regulations. In addition to this, many of the ingredients found in Happy Hair People are industry standard, and used across many premium brands, however that doesn’t mean that individuals such as yourself won’t have individual reactions. If you need any further help, please reach out to us via the Contact Us section of our website and we’ll be there to support you. Take care & best wishes, Happy Hair People.
    effectiveness: 1 out of 5
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 2 out of 5
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    It was good for a little while.

    2 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    BStillwell - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
    I loved the smell and how it accentuated my natural waves- but I think it was making my hair fall out. Stopped using it and haven’t had near as much hair in the shower. I bought it twice- and didn’t start noticing until about half way through the second bottle.
    1 reply from Brand team - 2 months ago
    Hi BStillwell, thanks for reaching out to us. We totally understand that experiencing hair fall is concerning. We recommend that you pause using Happy Hair People but please be assured that your safety is our highest priority. To help reassure you, all HHP products undergo extensive testing in our lab & on real consumers to ensure they are safe, effective and meet our performance promise. Our formulations also meet industry safety regulations. Something to note is that hair fall can occur naturally during the different phases of the hair growth cycle, so starting a new product might make you more aware of any changes. Stress, hormone and lifestyle changes can also contribute to hair fall too. However, you know yourself and your hair, so if none of these factors are at play and you're still experiencing hair fall, we advise consulting with a healthcare professional. If you need any further help, please reach out to us via the Contact Us section of our website and we’ll be there to support you. Take care & best wishes, Happy Hair People.
    effectiveness: 2 out of 5
    quality: 2 out of 5
    value: 3 out of 5
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    Amazing shampoo

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    kelis - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
    I love this shampoo. It smells amazing and I only have to wash my hair once a week. With other shampoos I have to wash twice a week. Highly recommend
    effectiveness: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    OK formula... terrible scent

    2 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Nseattle - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
    When I bought it in-store, I initially thought it smelled nice. However, in the shower, the scent is overwhelming and stinks. I am also a fan of super heavily fragranced things (i.e., perfume and strongly scented hair products (like Ouai)). The formula itself was nothing to write home about.
    1 reply from Brand team - 2 months ago
    Hi Nseattle, we are always keen to hear feedback from our customers, so thanks for taking the time to reach out to us. We are sorry to hear that you did not enjoy the product fragrance and will pass your comments onto our Product Development team. If you need any further help, please reach out to us via the Contact Us section of our website and we’ll be there to support you. Take care & best wishes, Happy Hair People
    effectiveness: 2 out of 5
    quality: 2 out of 5
    value: 2 out of 5
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    Smells lovely.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    RitaHB - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
    Smells nice. Hair feels nice.
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    Smells great and leaves hair silky

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    destroodle - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
    The smell is great and I loved the silkiness of the conditioner. I have tried many shampoos and conditioners on the more natural end and they dry my hair out. I am very pleased with this brand and Im happy to find it at Target.
    effectiveness: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    Not my Favorite

    3 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Katelyn - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
    This shampoo smells really good and lathers well, however it made my scalp really dry and itchy.
    effectiveness: 3 out of 5
    quality: 4 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    Greasy residue

    2 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    ncindyh - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
    I had high hopes for this shampoo, because the ingredients seemed to be pretty safe. However, it left my hair greasy and sticky at the end of the day. It smells ok, but I ended up tossing it out.
    value: 2 out of 5
    quality: 2 out of 5
    effectiveness: 2 out of 5
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    Best smelling shampoo ever

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Ellahope - 5 months ago
    I was pleasantly surprised to find that this affordable shampoo has been working better for my hair than any other shampoo I’ve ever used. It perfectly hydrates my hair and defines my waves without irritating my skin. I wish they would make the smell of this shampoo into a candle or perfume because the scent is addicting.
    effectiveness: 4 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    Great smell

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Skc80 - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
    I really love the smell of this shampoo. I have wavy hair and I’m making an effort to wear it naturally, and this shampoo is part of my routine. I love it!
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    effectiveness: 5 out of 5
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    Made scalp so dry

    2 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Hanna - 5 months ago
    It smells really good and I do think my waves look good but it has made my scalp SO dry. I’ve had to wash every two days because of how flakey my head has been. Sad but looking for something new.
    1 reply from Brand team - 5 months ago
    Hi Hanna, thanks for reaching out to us. We are truly sorry to hear about your experience. We recommend that you pause using Happy Hair People and return to a haircare regime that suits you best. Please be assured that your safety is our highest priority and all our products undergo extensive testing in our lab and on real consumers. Happy Hair People also meets industry safety regulations. In addition to this, many of the ingredients found in Happy Hair People are industry standard and used across many premium brands, however that doesn’t mean that individuals such as yourself won’t have individual reactions. If you need any further help, please reach out to us via the Contact Us section of our website and we’ll be there to support you. Take care & best wishes, Happy Hair People.
    effectiveness: 3 out of 5
    quality: 2 out of 5
    value: 4 out of 5
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    Yeah, no.

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Mel - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
    I had high hopes, but it made my scalp super itchy/dry and my hair shed in clumps. Like a lot. I cried. I now believe it was my hair jumping ship to avoid the vasline like conditioner that never seems to rinse out. Thankfully, changing to another product stopped the hair loss. I am still trying to get my scalp back to normal a month later.
    1 reply from Brand team - 5 months ago
    HI Mel, thanks for reaching out to us. We are truly sorry to hear about your experience. We recommend that you pause using Happy Hair People and return to a haircare regime that suits you best. Please be assured that your safety is our highest priority and all our products undergo extensive testing in our lab and on real consumers. Happy Hair People also meets industry safety regulations. In addition to this, many of the ingredients found in Happy Hair People are industry standard and used across many premium brands, however that doesn’t mean that individuals such as yourself won’t have individual reactions. If you need any further help, please reach out to us via the Contact Us section of our website and we’ll be there to support you. Take care & best wishes, Happy Hair People.
    effectiveness: 1 out of 5
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    Cap is difficult to use, shampoo is just okay.

    3 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    mango - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
    After using this shampoo for a couple months I decided that it wasn’t really for me. Compared to other brands that also have options depending on your hair type (function of beauty, native) I thought that this shampoo fell on the short-end. The first problem I have is with the packaging. The cap is incredibly hard to open and made it difficult to open without putting intense pressure on my nails. The bottle shape is okay but takes up a lot of space in the shower (short and wide). The next thing I disliked was the smell. It is intensely citrus - almost like an old citrus vs a fresh citrus. I thought I’d like it after reading reviews raving about the scent but it just wasn’t for me. Now for how it actually felt in my hair, I thought it was okay. I have especially fine hair and this didn’t really do anything to help keep it maintained. I felt as though my hair got greasier faster than normal and it was flat. It’s not a bad shampoo by any means, it just didn’t work for me personally. The biggest con for me is honestly the difficulty of the cap, it just made it annoying to use.
    effectiveness: 3 out of 5
    quality: 4 out of 5
    value: 4 out of 5
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    Scalp irritation, potent scent and mad curls

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Trish P - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
    Fragrance is excessive!! I’ve had dandruff and random irritations on my scalp. Makes for dry, frizzy curls. Check your product ingredients on isitcg.com.. this one does not check out.
    1 reply from Brand team - 6 months ago
    Hi Trish P, thanks for reaching out to us. We are truly sorry to hear about your experience. We recommend that you pause using Happy Hair People and return to a haircare regime that suits you best. Please be assured that your safety is our highest priority and all our products undergo extensive testing in our lab and on real consumers. Happy Hair People also meets industry safety regulations. In addition to this, many of the ingredients found in Happy Hair People are industry standard, and used across many premium brands, however that doesn’t mean that individuals such as yourself won’t have individual reactions. If you need any further help, please reach out to us via the Contact Us section of our website and we’ll be there to support you. Take care & best wishes, Happy Hair People.
    value: 1 out of 5
    effectiveness: 1 out of 5
    quality: 1 out of 5
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    Bad smell, lifeless hair

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    HeLaAl - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
    I'm always trying to find shampoo and conditioner that works with my thin, wavy hair. This one did not. It contains far too much oil. It weighed my hair down, flattened it out, made it feel like it had a plastic coating, does not give any shine, plus the smell was so overpowering and sickly sweet smelling. No wonder it was on sale. This might work if you have a lot of hair or very thick hair and don't care about buildup.
    1 reply from Brand team - 2 months ago
    Hi HeLaAl, thanks for reaching out to us. We are really sorry to hear that you have not been happy with the performance of Happy Hair People Ride the Waves Shampoo. We’d like to reassure you that all our products undergo extensive testing in our lab and on real consumers to ensure they meet our performance promise. If you need any further help, please reach out to us via the Contact Us section of our website and we’ll be there to support you. Take care & best wishes, Happy Hair People
    effectiveness: 1 out of 5
    value: 4 out of 5
    quality: 1 out of 5
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    Left my hair dry

    2 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    LD - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
    I felt like it left my hair very dry and it smelled like spices, maybe cloves, I liked the smell at first but I didn’t really love it.
    quality: 2 out of 5
    value: 2 out of 5
    effectiveness: 2 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Toojo - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
    It makes my hair greasy ! The smell is nice
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    love this forever

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Final Girl - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
    i am just overall in love with this ride the waves line. my hair has never been more perfect in my LIFE. i was hesitant to buy this because of the reviews but i've tried ever other product that's been raved about up and down and they all sucked for my hair. i gave this line a shot because i couldn't rely on reviews anymore. i must say i am absolutely FLOORED with how great this stuff is. yes, it does smell like an incense stick, but you know what? i LOVE IT. i get sensitivities to scents, this is such a nice pleasant scent of orange, cinnamon, and some spice and it doesn't make me feel nauseated or cause my skin to react. the scent isn't overpowering either, and it doesn't stick on you for long at all which i love. i'd seen some reviews saying this causes scalp irritation, but for me my scalp is less irritated than using other "professional" products. also my hair stays shiny for longer, and it takes days on days to even start to get greasy again. with your usual hyped or professional product, i would be greasy in 2 hours. i can go 4 days minimum between washes if i need to with this line. specifically for the shampoo, it's really cleansing of everything, and i don't feel a product buildup like i would using other products. also, my hair falls out significantly less than when i use other products. plus the 7oz size is perfect for a shampoo since i usually only shampoo my roots unless im using an out of the shower hair product. i will be repurchasing this for as long as i can. my hair has never once looked or felt better than it does now.
    effectiveness: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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