The bottle is part of the formula
Every Oway bottle is glass and aluminium. No plastic means no leaching and no microplastics in your formula. Glass keeps out light, air and moisture, so the formula arrives as it left the lab.
About our packaging
For curly or permed hair that loses its pattern when washed
Curl pattern stays intact after rinsing and bounce holds through styling.
with Biodynamic Fennel
Cultivated on our farm in Bologna using biodynamic methods, fennel oil contains anethole and fenchone, compounds that help regulate scalp sebum and gently stimulate circulation, creating a clean, balanced foundation for defined, healthy curls.
with Organic St. John's Wort
St. John's wort contains hypericin and hyperforin, bioactive compounds with anti-inflammatory and reparative properties that help soothe sensitive scalps and support the structural integrity of fragile, curl-prone hair.
with Upcycled Rice Extract
Recovered from rice processing, this extract is rich in inositol, a carbohydrate that penetrates the hair shaft and strengthens internal bonds. It improves curl elasticity and reduces surface friction, helping curls form more uniformly with less frizz.
with Hydrolyzed Sweet Almond Protein
A plant-derived protein with a low molecular weight that adheres to the cuticle and fills micro-damage along the strand. It smooths the hair surface for improved light reflection while enhancing flexibility and reducing breakage in curly textures.
curly hair bath
For curly and permed hair: a gentle wash that cleanses and keeps curl pattern and bounce.
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- Complimentary shipping on orders over $80
What it does
- Curl-Safe Cleansing. Removes buildup without stripping moisture or disrupting curl pattern
- Frizz Reduction. Almond protein and guar smooth the cuticle for sleeker, more defined curls
- Elasticity & Bounce. St. John's wort and biodynamic fennel support flexible, resilient strands
- Lightweight Hydration. Babassu and rice extract moisturize without weighing curls down
- Soft, Polished Finish. Leaves hair smooth, touchable, and ready for styling
Key actives
Organic st. john's wortBiodynamic fennel
Upcycled rice extract
Organic st. john's wortBiodynamic fennel
Upcycled rice extractFormula
Silicone-free, paraben-free, phthalate-free, mineral oil-free, vegan, cruelty-free.
Scent
Mandarin and bergamot with cardamom and black pepper.
Texture
Creamy lather; leaves a smooth, silky finish.
How to use
On wet hair
- Wet hair thoroughly.
- Dispense a suitable amount into your palm.
- Apply it gradually to the scalp with your fingertips.
- Massage in circular motions to build a creamy lather.
- Keep massaging for a few minutes.
- Rinse well.
- Repeat if needed for a deeper cleanse.
What’s inside
Read it like a label: every active, where it grows and what it does.
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Biodynamic Fennel
An anethole-rich oil that regulates sebum and promotes a balanced scalp environment.
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Organic St. John's Wort
A hyperforin-rich botanical that soothes the scalp and supports fragile curl structure.
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Upcycled Rice Extract
An inositol-rich extract that strengthens internal bonds and improves curl uniformity.
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Hydrolyzed Sweet Almond Protein
A cuticle-repairing protein that smooths the strand and enhances flexibility in curly hair.
Full ingredient list (INCI)
Aqua/Water/Eau OZ Sodium Coceth Sulfate ND Cocamidopropyl Betaine ND Sodium Babassuamphoacetate ND Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate ND Hypericum Perforatum Extract O Foeniculum Vulgare (Fennel) Oil BD/OE Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract UC Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate ND Hydrolyzed Sweet Almond Protein ND Coco-Glucoside ND Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride ND Parfum (Fragrance)* ND Glyceryl Oleate ND Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil EO Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil EO Citrus Aurantium Flower Oil EO Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil EO Saccharomyces Ferment Lysate Filtrate ND Polyglyceryl-3 Ricinoleate ND Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate ND Lauryl Alcohol ND Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate ND Tocopherol ND Dicaprylyl Ether ND Sodium Chloride ND Citric Acid ND Limonene ND Linalyl Acetate ND Linalool ND Potassium Sorbate
Where it comes from
Grown at Ortofficina
Our main actives grow at Ortofficina, our farm in the Bolognese hills, under biodynamic methods, and are harvested when each plant is at its most potent.
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Good to know
- Complimentary shipping on orders over $80
- Glass and aluminium packaging, no plastic
- Also at Oway salons
Is it safe for permed hair?
Yes. It is made for curly and permed hair, cleansing thoroughly while preserving curl pattern, elasticity and bounce.
Will it dry out my curls or weigh them down?
No. It removes buildup without stripping moisture, and babassu and rice extract hydrate without weighing curls down.
Does curly hair bath reduce frizz?
Yes. Almond protein and guar smooth the cuticle as it cleanses, for sleeker, more defined curls with a soft, polished finish.
What is a hair bath?
Hair bath is what Oway calls its shampoos. Each one cleanses and carries botanical actives chosen for a specific scalp or hair need, so every wash also works as a treatment.
Is it vegan and cruelty-free?
Yes. It is vegan and cruelty-free, and free from silicones, parabens, phthalates and mineral oils.
What does it smell like?
A vibrant fusion of bright citrus and enveloping spices: mandarin, bergamot, cardamom, black pepper, nutmeg, coriander, geranium, petitgrain, and patchouli blend into a refined and dynamic balance.
About Oway
What is Agricosmetica®?
Agricosmetica® is how Oway makes cosmetics: actives from biodynamic and certified organic farming, selected with care and processed in a circular system that turns waste into resources, from the field to the bottle.
What is Ortofficina?
Ortofficina is Oway’s farm in the hills of Bologna, farmed with biodynamic methods since the early 2000s. Many of the botanical actives in Oway formulas are grown there and harvested when each plant is at its peak.
What does biodynamic mean?
Biodynamic farming treats the farm as one living system. It builds soil fertility with compost and crop rotation, uses no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides, and times sowing and harvest to natural cycles. Oway grows its biodynamic actives at Ortofficina and with a network of biodynamic growers.
Why glass and aluminium?
Glass keeps out light, air and moisture, so a formula keeps its purity, potency and freshness, and nothing leaches into it. Oway replaced plastic with recyclable glass and aluminium for its bottles, jars and tubes, to cut single-use plastic.
Where is Oway made?
In Italy. Oway was founded in Bologna in 1948 and still develops its formulas there, close to its farm, Ortofficina.