Kevin Murphy Hydrate Me Wash

If Your Hair Is Thirsty, This Is What It's Been Waiting For

Kevin Murphy Hydrate Me Wash is a gentle, sulfate-free shampoo that moisturizes while it cleanses. If your hair feels dry no matter what you put on it, or if it goes from frizzy to fluffy but never actually soft, this is the shampoo to start with. It's one of the most-recommended products at Hairpins & Scissors for clients whose hair craves deep, lasting hydration.

Best For

• Dry, thirsty, or dehydrated hair
• Coarse or thick hair that drinks up product
• Curly and wavy hair types that need moisture to stay defined
• Color-treated hair that feels dried out between salon visits

What It Helps With

Chronic dryness and frizz, brittle or rough texture, dullness, and that tight feeling hair gets when it's dehydrated. Unlike shampoos that strip moisture with every wash, Kevin Murphy Hydrate Me Wash is formulated to replenish what your hair loses over time. It cleans. It just doesn't over-clean.

Why Clients Love It

The number one thing we hear? "My hair feels softer in the shower before I even put in conditioner." That's a real sign that a shampoo is doing more than just cleaning. Clients also love that it doesn't weigh hair down, which is the tricky balance that most hydrating shampoos miss. It works on all hair types but it's especially transformative for thick, coarse, or curly hair that tends to drink up moisture without holding onto it.

How to Use

Wet hair thoroughly, then work a small amount into your scalp with your fingertips, not your nails. Massage in gentle circular motions, then work any lather down through your ends. Rinse completely. Follow with Kevin Murphy Hydrate Me Rinse for a complete moisture system, and add the Kevin Murphy Hydrate Me Masque once a week for deeper treatment.

Pro Tip From Our Stylists

If your ends are especially dry or damaged, try applying conditioner to your mid-lengths and ends before you shampoo, then rinse both at the same time. It's called reverse washing, and it keeps your ends protected while you cleanse the scalp. Kevin Murphy Hydrate Me Wash + Kevin Murphy Hydrate Me Rinse in this order is one of our go-to combos for clients rebuilding thirsty hair.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this sulfate-free?
Yes, it's free of sulfates, parabens, and harsh detergents, so it cleanses without stripping your hair's natural moisture balance.

Can I use it every day?
It's gentle enough for frequent use, but most hair types do best washing every 2 to 3 days so your scalp's natural oils can do their thing.

Will it weigh down fine hair?
It's lighter than most deep-moisture shampoos, but if you have very fine or flat hair, our Kevin Murphy Plumping Wash might be a better fit. It hydrates while supporting volume.

Is it safe for color-treated hair?
Yes, it's color-safe and helps your color last longer by keeping the hair cuticle moisturized and sealed.

What's the difference between this and Re.Store?
Kevin Murphy Hydrate Me Wash is focused on moisture; it's for hair that feels dry or thirsty. Kevin Murphy Re.Store is focused on repair; it's for hair that's been damaged by heat, chemicals, or over-processing. If your hair is both dry and damaged, you might rotate between both.

How long until I notice a difference?
Most clients feel a difference in texture within the first few washes. For a real transformation, give it 2 to 3 weeks used consistently with the matching conditioner.