Carina Organics Citrus Daily Moisturizing Shampoo

This everyday shampoo is formulated to gently cleanse while supporting luster, volume, and shine, using plant, vegetable, and fruit extracts. It uses a mild, plant-derived cleansing base instead of harsh surfactants and has a bright citrus finish from tangerine oil.

Ingredients

Filtered Aqua • Capryl Glucoside (corn sugar and fatty capric alcohol from coconut oil) • Potassium Cocoate (saponified coconut oil) • Glycerin (vegetable) • Pinus elliotti (pine) extract • Pinus banksiana (pine) extract • Magnesium Chloride • Olea europaea (olive) fruit oil • Matricaria chamomilla (chamomile) flower extract • Urtica dioica (nettle) leaf extract • Taraxacum officinale (dandelion) leaf extract • Trifolium pratense (clover) flower extract • Citrus tangerina (tangerine) oil • Pyrus malus (green apple) extract • Ananas sativus (pineapple) extract • Linum usitatissimum (linseed) seed oil • Cucurbita pepo (pumpkin) seed oil • Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil • Persea gratissima (avocado) oil • Cyamopsis tetragonoloba (guar/cluster bean) gum

Certifications

• Certified organic ingredients (brand-stated)
• Vegan (verified by the brand)
• Cruelty-free / animal friendly (verified by the brand)

What I like

• EWG Analyzer rating: 2 (low hazard)
• Uses plant-derived cleansers instead of sulfates, which can feel gentler for regular washing
• Includes a wide mix of botanical and fruit extracts to support shine and softness without silicone-based coating

Things to keep in mind

• Contains tangerine oil and botanical extracts, which can be noticeable for fragrance-sensitive scalps
• “Daily moisturizing” is typically best for normal to slightly dry hair. Very dry, curly, or heavily processed hair may need a richer or more targeted formula
• Lather may feel lighter than conventional shampoos. A second wash can help when transitioning or after heavy styling product use

Sensitivity & Pregnancy Considerations

This shampoo contains citrus oil and multiple botanical extracts. If you are prone to scalp irritation, itching, or fragrance sensitivity, patch testing is recommended, especially when switching shampoos or if the scalp is already reactive.

Essential oils can carry trace contaminants depending on sourcing and processing. Feather & Nest prioritizes brands that emphasize ingredient transparency and purity-focused practices to help minimize impurities whenever possible.