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Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo
Bonding shampoo that provides ultimate strength repair for damaged hair
Made with 100% recycled plastic*
100% renewable energy factory*
Waterloop factory*
Minimum 90% biodegradable formula*
See Details for more info- HOW TO USE
- INGREDIENTS
- Environmental & Social Impact
DETAILS
Acidic Bonding Concentrate sulfate-free shampoo is Redken's most concentrated all-in-one formula for strength repair on all types of damaged hair.
BEST FOR:
- Damaged Hair
- All Hair Types & Textures
- Safe for Color-Treated & Chemically-Processed Hair
BENEFITS:
- Combats 1 year of visible damage in 1 use*
- 56% reduction in breakage**
- 2x stronger**
- 14x smoother***
- 90% more conditioned***
- 82% visible reduction of split ends****
- pH balancing
- Ultimate repair, intense conditioning, and color fade protection
- Citric Acid, an alpha hydroxy acid, which helps reinforce weakened bonds in the hair
*System of Acidic Bonding Concentrate Acidic Bonding Concentrate Intensive Treatment, Shampoo, Conditioner, and Leave-In Treatment vs. undamaged hair
**Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo & Conditioner vs. non-conditioning shampoo
***Acidic Bonding Concentrate Intensive Treatment, Shampoo & Conditioner vs. non-conditioning shampoo
****Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo & Conditioner, Leave-In Treatment vs. non-conditioning shampoo
OUR IMPACT:
Bottle Made with 100% Recycled Plastic*
*Excluding cap, label, colorant, and additives
Formula made in factory using 100% renewable energy*
*In the previous calendar year. Find more information on the L’Oreal Universal Registration Document
Made in a factory using waterloop technology*
*In the previous calendar year. Find more information on the L’Oreal Universal Registration Document
Minimum 90% biodegradable formula*
*As per OECD 301 or equivalent tests.
HOW TO USE
Use as a complete regimen with Acidic Bonding Concentrate conditioner. Apply to wet hair, lather and rinse. Follow with Acidic Bonding Concentrate conditioner. In case of contact with eyes, rinse them immediately.
INGREDIENTS
AQUA / WATER / EAU, DECYL GLUCOSIDE, SODIUM COCOYL ISETHIONATE, COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, PANTHENOL, GLYCERIN, DIMETHICONE, PEG-150 DISTEARATE, PPG-5-CETETH-20, SODIUM BENZOATE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, PEG-55 PROPYLENE GLYCOL OLEATE, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, CARBOMER, PARFUM / FRAGRANCE, COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE, POLYQUATERNIUM-67, SALICYLIC ACID, AMODIMETHICONE, SODIUM PHYTATE, GLYCOL DISTEARATE, COCO-BETAINE, ACRYLATES/BEHENETH-25 METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER, LIMONENE, TRIDECETH-6, ALCOHOL, CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE
Environmental & Social Impact
Redken is committed to continually improving the impact of its products throughout the product lifecycle, including the production and anticipated usage. This tool is designed to help assess the relative environmental & social impact of Redken Products compared to other L’Oreal Groupe products in the same category around the world in 2020.
The calculation method was developed with the help of independent scientific experts and Bureau Veritas Certification, an independent auditor. The score takes into account 14 environmental impact factors all along the product's life cycle.
Learn more about the methodology, here
Overall environmental impact
Compared to other similar L’Oreal Groupe Products sold worldwide in 2020
Carbon Footprint
95 g(1) per average amount used
95 g per 10mL
Water Footprint
7.6 (2) per average amount used
7.5 per 10mL
Every consumer product has some impact on the environment. A good score here does not mean a product has a positive impact or no impact on the environment. The letters and colors used in this tool are designed to help you make comparisons to other similar products in L'Oréal's global portfolio, so you can make more informed choices.
Made in a responsible manufacturing plant.
Made in Spain at a responsible plant
Waste Recovery : 100%
Renewable Energy: 98%
Packaging Facts :
% of carboard/paper certified FSC or PEFC(TM): 0%
% of bottle made of recycled material (3): 100%
Refillable or Rechargeable: No
Social Impact of the product
The ingredients and components of this product are sourced from suppliers committed to respect the Fundamental principles of the UN on labor standards.
9 1 or more suppliers used in the making of this product are part of the Supports Inclusive Supplier
(1) Grams of CO2 equivalent ("shampoo" category average = 98g)
(2) Water index including water quality + water scarcity (m3) - "shampoo" category average = 9.7
(3) Excuding pumps and/or caps
(4) Recycling instructions may vary locally
Discover our evaluation methodology and all that we are implementing to reduce our impacts together.
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Key Benefits
Citric Acid + 7% Bonding Care Complex
Up to 88% Visual Reduction in Split Ends
Strength Repair in One Use
BEFORE & AFTER USING THE ACIDIC BONDING CONCENTRATE RANGE
Your Bonding Haircare Routine
Pre-Treatment
ACIDIC BONDING CONCENTRATE INTENSIVE TREATMENT
Cleanse
ACIDIC BONDING CONCENTRATE SHAMPOO
Condition
ACIDIC BONDING CONCENTRATE CONDITIONER
Strengthen
ACIDIC BONDING CONCENTRATE LIGHTWEIGHT LIQUID CONDITIONER
Protect
ACIDIC BONDING CONCENTRATE LEAVE-IN TREATMENT
Hydration
ACIDIC BONDING CONCENTRATE 5-MIN LIQUID MASK
Bonding
ACIDIC BONDING CONCENTRATE 24/7 NIGHT & DAY SERUM
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Florida
Review 1
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Age18 to 24
GenderFemale
1 out of 5 stars.
I wanted to love it
a year ago
I have fine/medium frizzy wavy hair and I tried the abc shampoo and conditioner before I bleached it and neither were really a game changer until I got my hair bleached. After that the conditioner was just amazing but the shampoo completely dried out and tangled my hair to the point I couldn’t even get my fingers through to wash it! That’s never happened to me before with any shampoo and I was shocked since that wasn’t the case before I bleached it and the shampoo is really supposed to be for that. I really wanted to love it so much but just be careful with this line it could be a hit or miss.
No, I do not recommend this product.
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Quality of Product, 1.0 out of 5
Value of Product, 1.0 out of 5
Mainejoanne
Lee, Maine
Review 1
Votes 0
5 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful curls
5 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo is so incredible !
This shampoo, combined with the conditioner is intensely hydrating. This shampoo immediately feels like a game changer, like a wash only used in the finest salons. I could feel my hair instantly start to feel slippery and full of moisture, almost as if my hair had been freshly cut. The smell is fantastic, the lathering action is great, but there is something inherently special about this shampoo. It binds on a deep layer making my hair feel young and healthy. It's phenomenal. I love it because my curls are transformed to silky ringlets that are soft and touchable and defined.
Yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on redken.com
karinar151
Review 1
Votes 0
5 out of 5 stars.
I have relatively healthy
4 years ago
I have relatively healthy bleached hair. My hair is thick and very long. However, because my hair is bleached, I have high porosity hair (I recommend looking into what this means!). When my hair is in protein overload, it is prone to extreme breakage and it is damaged at times. I do not use any heat on it. (Hair rollers are a must!). Anyway, I started using this shampoo and conditioner set because my hair was in protein overload. It makes my hair so smooth, healthy, and extremely shiny. My routine is: Olaplex No. 3 for one hour; this Redken shampoo; this Redken conditioner (leave it in hair for an hour); and this Redken leave in conditioner.
Originally posted on influenster.com
jcnbeth222
Karns City, PA
Review 1
Votes 0
5 out of 5 stars.
I love this shampoo!
3 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this product free in exchange for my honest review. This shampoo is definitely a keeper! Not only does it smell amazing but it helps restore my hair and repair damage from coloring and heat styling. I have had problems with thinning the past few years and noticed shedding a lot more than usual. It has made me super self conscious. Using this shampoo has helped that and I don't notice so much hair in the hairbrush or shower anymore. My split ends are starting to repair themselves and my hair is shinier and much softer than ever! I highly recommend this! For best results, follow with Redken acidic bonding lightweight liquid conditioner.
Yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on redken.com
Blissfullydivine01
Review 1
Votes 0
5 out of 5 stars.
Best Transforming Shampoo
4 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I recently recieved a free sample of Redkin Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo and absolutely love it! While I was a bit worried that it would be too drying to my hair, it pleasantly surprised me with how much healthier it left my hair and breathed new life back into my hair! This shampoo in combination with the conditioner, has transformed my damaged long hair and made it healthier, softer, stronger, cleaner, fresher, and hydrated. It's definitely also more manageable and I only find myself having to use a small amount because it lathers really well! The scent also smells pleasant! I would highly recommend these products for damaged hair.
Originally posted on redken.com
Shamiza
NY
Review 1
Votes 0
4 out of 5 stars.
Didn't strip hair of moisture
5 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this shampoo because it doesn't strip my hair of moisturize. Most shampoos leave my hair straw like, this one doesn't.
It's thick in consistency, It lathers up well and smells nice, mild scent.
I think even thought it's meant to be safe for color hair and protect my color from fading, it actually wash my color away. I say this because I used this shampoo a few days after I color my hair and well my color is a few shades light which doesn't usually happen. It's also the shampoo I used the day before I color my hair. I don't know. It's good otherwise.
Oh yeah it kind of hard to squeeze shampoo out of bottle for me. A pump may be better.
Yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on redken.com
tangocharlie
Texas
Review 1
Votes 0
3 out of 5 stars.
I wanted to love this
3 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have vey fine hair and had high hopes for Redken's Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo. It's a bit expensive, so I was excited that Redkin invited me to sample it and give my thoughts on how well it worked for my hair. I used it for 2 weeks, washing every other day. I found that it lathered very well and had a very pleasant smell; however, those were the only positive thigs about this shampoo. It was supposed to strengthen and smooth my hair resulting in less breakage. In reality, I found it to be very drying and it made my fine hair frizzy which resulted in tangles and breakage. I was very disappointed and won't be using this shampoo again.
No, I do not recommend this product.
Originally posted on redken.com
Response from redken.com:
3 years ago
Consumer Care Center
Hi there! Thanks for trying out our Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo. We are so sorry to hear that this product did not provide you with the results you were hoping for, and we understand how frustrating this can be. We value your feedback and have shared this information with our product development team. Based on the information you shared, we recommend checking out our All Soft Shampoo. This product is a hair softening shampoo with argan oil technology that transforms the texture of dry and brittle hair and delivers softness and manageability. You can check it out here: https://tinyurl.com/2a9tx2fy. We hope you will give it a try!
Blondie
Cincinnati, OH
Review 1
Votes 0
4 out of 5 stars.
Great quality
2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Redken sent me this free sample through the BzzAgent sampling program. Here's my review.
Pros
•This is one of the better quality products. •Concentrated therefore you definitely don't need to much to get the job done.
•I have very thick wavy/curly hair. Most days difficult to manage because it just does what it wants. After the first few washes with this product, I noticed a difference with being able to actually manage it.
• Silky soft.
Cons
•Product smell wasn't bad but just strong. Reminded me of the hair salon. Didn't care to much for the chemical scent
•Ingredients weren't as organic as I'd prefer. Don't like anything harsh or chemicals
Yes, I recommend this product.
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