Boticário Dr. Botica Poção da Espuma Kids Curly Hair Shampoo – Tear-Free, Sulfate & Silicone-Free Green Apple Cleansing – 13.52 fl oz (400 ml)
- Cleanses children's curly hair (3A, 3B and 3C curl patterns) without sulfates or silicones.
- Helps make wet curls easier to comb through, through the brand's Tira No ("Knot Remover") technology.
- Keeps bath time gentler with a tear-free formula made to help avoid stinging while rinsing.
- Brings the line's iconic green apple scent to the wash routine.
- Works as the first step of the Dr. Botica curly routine, which the brand reports supports up to 24 hours of curl definition and reduced frizz for up to 48 hours.
Made for children aged 3 and over with curly hair in the 3A, 3B and 3C range, and for wavy hair that tangles easily. The label is explicit about the age limits: do not use on children under 3 years of age, and from 3 years of age the product must be applied exclusively by an adult, never by the child alone. It is not for children with a known tree nut allergy, because the formula contains sweet almond oil (Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis), a tree nut derivative, and it is not for anyone sensitive to fragrance, since this is a scented formula. Caregivers looking for an unscented or dye-free wash should look elsewhere.
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- 400 ml / 13.52 fl oz bottle, with an accessible ergonomic shape co-developed with people with upper-limb disabilities.
- Key ingredients: sweet almond oil, apple flower extract, rhubarb root extract and a guar conditioning polymer.
- Made in Brazil by O Boticario, the country's largest beauty franchise, and certified cruelty-free.
- Fluid, easy-to-spread texture that lathers with a light massage and rinses out quickly.
- Iconic green apple scent of the Dr. Botica Pocao da Espuma line, plus a dermatologist-recommended, silicone-free formula.
An adult carries out the whole application: wet the child's hair thoroughly with lukewarm water, apply the shampoo to the damp hair, massage gently through the scalp and lengths until it lathers, then rinse with plenty of water, keeping the product away from the eyes. Detangle while the hair is still damp, working from the ends up to the roots with a wide-tooth comb, and follow with the matching Dr. Botica curly conditioner or leave-in. From 3 years of age the product must be applied exclusively by an adult, never by the child alone.
- 400 ml bottle with an accessible, ergonomic grip developed with people with upper-limb disabilities, so a caregiver can hold, open and dose it with one hand.
- The formula is tinted with cosmetic colorants, so wipe splashes off light-coloured tiles, grout and towels before they dry rather than leaving them to set.
- Age limits from the label: do not use on children under 3 years of age, and from 3 years of age it must be applied exclusively by an adult. It contains sweet almond oil, a tree nut derivative, so avoid it if there is a known nut allergy; external use only, keep away from the eyes, discontinue use in case of sensitization and keep out of the reach of children.
The logic of the formula is split in two halves. First, the sulfate-free sugar surfactants (decyl glucoside, coco-glucoside, cocamidopropyl betaine and sodium cocoamphoacetate) do the cleansing gently, while glycerin and sweet almond oil keep the fibre supple so the curls do not end up squeaky and locked together after washing. Second, the cationic guar polymer and cetrimonium chloride are the detangling half: they deposit on the hair surface during the rinse and leave the wet curls slippery, which is what the brand calls its Tira No technology and what lets a wide-tooth comb pass through without pulling. Fragrance, mica and the colorants are there for the sensorial side only. The routine is designed to be finished with the conditioner or leave-in from the same Dr. Botica curly line, which is the step the brand's definition and frizz claims refer to.
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Learn moreBoticário Dr. Botica Poção da Espuma Kids Curly Hair Shampoo (400 ml / 13.52 fl oz) is a tear-free, sulfate-free and silicone-free cleansing shampoo created in Brazil for children's curly hair (3A, 3B and 3C curl patterns), carrying the line's iconic green apple scent that kids ask for at bath time.
Made in Brazil by O Boticário, the country's largest beauty franchise, this children's shampoo features the brand's Tira Nó ("Knot Remover") technology: selected ingredients that help make wet curls easier to detangle. In the brand's consumer test, 9 out of 10 caregivers agreed the child's hair was easy to comb through after use. The formula is dermatologist-recommended and cruelty-free.
Important age guidance: this product is not to be used on children under 3 years of age, and from 3 years of age it must be applied exclusively by an adult. The accessible bottle was co-developed with people with upper-limb disabilities, with an ergonomic shape that is easy for a caregiver to hold, open and dose with one hand.
Key Features:
- Tear-Free Kids Formula: gentle cleansing designed for children's bath time, formulated to help avoid stinging discomfort during rinsing.
- Sulfate-Free & Silicone-Free: cleanses curls without sulfates or silicones, helping preserve the natural movement and softness of curly hair.
- Tira Nó Detangling Technology: selected ingredients help make wet curls easier to comb — 9 out of 10 caregivers agreed hair was easy to detangle.
- Iconic Green Apple Scent: the signature Dr. Botica Poção da Espuma fragrance that turns hair washing into a playful ritual.
- Accessible, Ergonomic Bottle: packaging developed together with people with upper-limb disabilities for an easier, safer grip.
- Dermatologist-Recommended & Cruelty-Free: from a certified cruelty-free Brazilian beauty house.
- For Ages 3+ , Adult Application Only: do not use on children under 3 years old; from age 3, application must be done exclusively by an adult.
How To Use
- An adult should wet the child's hair thoroughly with lukewarm water.
- Apply the shampoo to the damp hair — application must be done by an adult.
- Massage gently through the scalp and lengths until it lathers.
- Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water, keeping the product away from the eyes.
- Follow with the matching Dr. Botica Poção da Espuma conditioner or leave-in for curly hair.
Expert Tip: Detangle only while the hair is still damp and slippery, working from the ends up to the roots with a wide-tooth comb. With the complete Dr. Botica curly line, the brand reports up to 24 hours of curl definition and reduced frizz for up to 48 hours.
Ingredients (Highlights)
- Sweet Almond Oil (Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis): a classic emollient that helps soften and add slip to curly strands. Tree nut derivative — see the allergen alert below.
- Apple Flower Extract (Pyrus Malus): a botanical extract that supports a gentle, kid-friendly sensorial experience alongside the green apple scent.
- Rhubarb Root Extract (Rheum Rhaponticum): plant extract included in the formula to help support conditioned, comfortable-feeling hair.
- Decyl Glucoside & Coco-Glucoside: mild sugar-derived cleansers that lift away dirt and sweat without sulfates.
- Glycerin: a well-known humectant that helps keep curls feeling hydrated and supple.
- Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride: a conditioning agent that helps reduce the appearance of tangles and makes combing easier.
Full ingredient list (INCI): Aqua/Water, Glycerin, Decyl Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Methacrylic Acid/Ethyl Acrylate Copolymer, Coco-Glucoside, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Enteromorpha Compressa Extract, Hydrolyzed Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Flower Extract, Rheum Rhaponticum (Rhubarb) Root Extract, Parfum, Hydroxyacetophenone, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Lactic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Cetrimonium Chloride, Disodium EDTA, Mica, Sodium Benzoate, CI 77891 (White Colorant / Titanium Dioxide), CI 19140 (Tartrazine Yellow Colorant), Scarlet Red Colorant 125, Propylene Glycol, Vegetable Oil, Sorbitol, Potassium Sorbate, Tocopherol, Dimethyl Phenethyl Acetate, Hexamethylindanopyran, Geranyl Acetate.
Warnings: External use only. Cosmetic product. Do not use on children under 3 years of age. From 3 years of age, the product must be applied exclusively by an adult. Avoid contact with the eyes. Discontinue use in case of sensitization. Keep out of the reach of children.
Allergen alert (tree nut): This formula contains sweet almond oil (Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis), a tree nut derivative. Do not use on children with a known nut allergy, and check with your pediatrician before use if there is any history of nut sensitivity in the family.
O Boticário was founded in 1977 as a small compounding pharmacy in Curitiba, Paraná, in southern Brazil, and grew into the largest beauty franchise in the country, with thousands of stores across Brazil and a presence in dozens of markets worldwide. The house is known for pairing Brazilian botanical inspiration with rigorous formulation standards, and it is certified cruelty-free — its products are not tested on animals. Dr. Botica is O Boticário's dedicated children's line, built around playful scents, gentle formulas and packaging designed for real family routines.
FAQ
What age is this kids shampoo for?
The label is explicit: do not use on children under 3 years of age. From 3 years old and up, the shampoo must be applied exclusively by an adult, never by the child alone.
Does it contain nuts or common allergens?
Yes — it contains sweet almond oil (Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis), which is a tree nut derivative, plus fragrance (Parfum). Please read the full INCI list above and avoid use if your child has a known nut or fragrance allergy.
Is it really tear-free and sulfate-free?
The formula is described by the brand as tear-free and is made without sulfates and without silicones. Even so, avoid direct contact with the eyes and rinse with plenty of water.
Will it work on my child's curl type?
It was developed for curly hair in the 3A, 3B and 3C range, and it can also be used on wavy hair that tangles easily. It helps make wet hair easier to detangle rather than altering the curl pattern.
Is the packaging labeled in English?
No. This is an authentic Brazilian-market product, so the bottle and label are printed in Portuguese. The English usage steps, ingredient list and warnings on this page are translated from the original Brazilian label.
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