Purifying Shampoo is one of those products clients ask us about by name, usually after a stylist hands it to them at the sink and their scalp feels different by the time they leave the chair. At Sølvi Salon, our downtown Boise studio at 104 S Capitol Blvd, we keep the Davines Natural Tech Purifying line on the shelf because it earns its spot. This guide walks through what it actually is, who it suits, how we use it behind the chair, and the one situation where we would steer you toward something else.
What Purifying Shampoo actually is
This is the Davines Natural Tech Purifying Shampoo, and the name describes the job. It is a gentle, weightless shampoo built around roucou oil, a botanical oil rich in antioxidants. Roucou softens and smooths the hair without leaving any heaviness behind, and the antioxidant finish helps tame the flyaways and frizz that show up so easily in our dry Idaho air. It carries a light, signature Davines scent that hangs around through the day. The standard 8.45 fl oz bottle runs $40, and there is a liter size at $99 for the people who go through it fast or share a bottle at home.
We reach for it most often when a client mentions scalp concerns, including dandruff and the flaking that comes with Boise winters. It is a softening, purifying shampoo rather than a harsh stripping formula, so it cleans and refreshes the scalp while staying kind to the lengths.
Who it is for
The honest answer is that this one works across the board. We have used it on fine hair that goes flat under richer products and on coarse, thick hair that drinks up moisture. Because it stays weightless, it does not weigh down a fine blowout, and because of the roucou oil, it still leaves coarse hair feeling soft instead of squeaky. If you live in the Treasure Valley and your scalp gets tight and flaky once the heat kicks on indoors, this is a strong everyday option.
Who it is not for
No product is universal, and we would rather tell you the truth than oversell. At $40 for an 8.45 fl oz bottle, this is a premium shampoo, and if you are simply looking for the cheapest thing to get clean, it is not that. The lingering scent is lovely to most of our guests, but if you are sensitive to fragrance, it is worth smelling at the studio before you commit to a bottle. Come by and we will let you take a sniff. It is also a gentle, weightless formula, so if you are dealing with very heavy product residue from waxes or pomades, you may want to pair it with a deeper occasional wash rather than expecting one bottle to do everything.
How our stylists use it behind the chair
Application matters more than people think. We wet the hair thoroughly, then work the shampoo into the scalp with the pads of the fingers, not the nails, in slow circles for a full minute. That contact time is where the purifying part does its work on the scalp. We rinse completely, because leftover product is a common cause of dullness, then follow with a conditioner suited to the client's texture. For most guests, a few pumps is plenty. A little goes a long way, which is part of why a single bottle lasts.
How to use it at home in the Boise climate
Idaho is high desert, and the dry air pulls moisture out of hair and scalp alike. We tell clients they usually do not need to wash daily here. Two or three times a week is plenty for most, letting the natural oils do some of the conditioning work the climate strips away. Lather once if your hair is normal, twice only if your scalp is genuinely oily or product-heavy. Always finish with a conditioner or mask on the mid-lengths and ends, since the purifying shampoo focuses on the scalp and the dry air is hardest on your ends. Cool-water final rinse if you can stand it, since it helps lock in shine.
Worth it, in our opinion
For the clients who care about a calm, clean scalp and soft hair that does not feel coated, Purifying Shampoo has been a quiet staple at the studio. It is not the budget pick, and it is not a heavy-duty residue remover, but for everyday washing in our climate it does exactly what it promises. You can read the full details on the Purifying Shampoo product page, or see how we work it into your routine on our services menu. When you are ready, book an appointment online and we will talk through what your hair and scalp actually need before you spend a cent on product.