Product Rating:   (47 reviews) Nothing special
I found this to be a good basic shampoo. However, I would not use now as it contains sodium laurel sulfate. I know Paula has talked about how SLS is not bad for you, this is just a myth, BUT I am one of those people who have a sensitivity to sulfates. Repeated use of toothpastes with sulfates results in canker sores, and repeated use of shampoos with sulfates aggravates my seborrheic dermatitis on my scalp. So, this poo is fine for the majority of people out there, but not for me. Customer Care: Please call our Customer Service for assistance with finding a product that will work for you. Also, please note that we have a 60-day 100% Satisfaction Guarantee return policy.
—Katherine


I've suffered for years with an itchy, seborrheic-type scalp that always worsened when I was under stress and during the dry winter months. For the first time I found products that cleared it up completely when I began using Paula's Choice All Over Bath and Body Shampoo and Smooth Conditioner. Even though I have been under really bad stress (due to my husband's injuries in a bad accident in January) over the past 6 months, I still haven't had a problem. I would highly recommend these products to anyone. The facial cleansers/moisturizers are great too and cleared up my dry skin problems.
—Linda C.


Thank you for a wonderful product! It is effective and simple. We now only have three products in our shower: Face Cleaner, Shampoo and Conditioner! Our children use the shampoo and conditioner head to toe. It is so simple and gentle. No need for lotion, their skin feels great!
—Jacqueline B.


I had to let you know what a great product the all over hair and body shampoo is. The words ALL OVER are correct! I even use this as my facial cleanser and it takes off all my makeup w/o irritating my eyes. I use it on my baby's skin and it is wonderful. I use it for washing hair and makeup brushes, shampoo, body wash, facial cleanser, baby wash and mild detergent for hand washables. Talk about a multi purpose product! No travel bag should be without this product!
—Susan S.


I am extremely sensitive to the chemicals found in shampoos & conditioners. In desperation, I tried your Paula's Choice All Over Hair & Body Shampoo for all skin & hair types. That was two months ago, & results are in! I can't even begin to express my gratitude for your products! No more raw, red, burned scalp! My scalp has completely healed, my hair is healthy with a nice shine, for the first time in years. I am so grateful that there is a place I can go & find products that are safe for me to use. Thank you so much, I'm ordering 5 more bottles!
—Pat W.

Simply the best
I was given a bottle of this for Christmas and have used it for a few weeks now and LOVE it. No more itchy or tight feeling skin or scalp, no more weighted down or dull looking hair, a fantastic product that does what it says. No fragrance is a huge plus for me as well.
—Barbara

Fantastic Product
In addition to all the good things the ladies say I'd like to add that my son & husband now use this (and love) it. They hunt and it's perfect since it's fragrance free.
—Trish

Best all-in-one on the market
The older I get, the more sensitive to fragrance I become. Not only that, but my skin often breaks out in a rash from perfumes/dyes. I have a very irritable scalp, and this product really works well for both my hair and body. It's also nice to have one less bottle cluttering up the shower. I like knowing that I am not going to cause an allergic reaction to those around me with perfume in my beauty products. You have a fantastic line, Paula.
—Elizabeth

This shampoo ROCKS!
A very well thought and formulated shampoo! It's the best shampoo I have EVER used! I love that it is fragrance free, dye free, and doubles as a body wash. It leaves my hair soft and managable and my skin very silky smooth.
—Jamie H

Wonderful product
My husband had suffered with severely dry, flaky scalp for years. He tried many different shampoos, including medicated products, but the flakes never went away. After reading your hair care products reviews, I discovered that the shampoo he was using (one recommended by his hairstylist) contained many irritants. I ordered your all over hair and body shampoo for him and threw out all of his old products. After about 2 months of using this product exclusively (no medicated products either), the dry scalp and flakes are completely gone.
—Chris

Shocking ingredients
Paula claims to sell products with the best ingredients, sodium laureth sulfate is an awful chemical to be on this ingredient list! -Tina King Customer Care Response: Paula has written extensively on this issue, and sodium laureth sulfate is indeed an excellent cleansing agent. There is absolutely no research to the contrary. Paula dispels the sodium laureth sulfate hoax in an article on her website.
—Customer Care

Nice Body Wash
I've used this as a body wash for a while, and it's great. Feels like it gets you really clean, but non drying. And I haven't been able to find very many other body washes without fragrance like this one for my sensitive skin. Can't comment about using as a shampoo, though.
—Kristen

Amazing product!!
I have known my husband for 14 years and in all that time, he has had a dry, flaky scalp - NOTHING has worked...until now! Paula's Choice shampoo and conditioner is the only product that has worked. Now we are just waiting for hair gel and hair spray to be included in the lineup. Thank you!
—Sue

Great Shampoo
I have an oily scalp and color-treated hair with flakiness (how that's possible with oily scalp, I don't know). I used this shampoo just one day and noticed a huge difference. My scalp oiliness was GONE and my hair was more manageable. The fact there are no dyes or perfumes is the biggest plus possible. Thanks so much for your great products. They are beyond words of appreciation!!
—Jenny

Best Shampoo!!
My children have bad dandruff so we had benn using dandruff shampoo. It didn't help! Finally We tried this shampoo. The fact that is fragrance free and non-harsh additives did wonder for my boys hair. I love it! TRY this shampoo today!
—Faith

Awesome!
This stuff is great. Makes my skin and hair soft, it's perfect. Just wish it came in bigger bottles!
—Jenny

Great stuff!
At first, I admit it, I missed the pretty, floral, etc. fragrance in my morning shower, but the absence of hairline acne since I started using this shampoo vs. my usual scented variety has been such a blessing and relief. I will not go back to scented, ever.
—Patricia

SLS?
I thought your products should be all natural, so why theres "sodium laureth sulfate" in shampoo? this is a cheap, bad surfactant if my memory serves me correctly Customer Care: Paulas Choice never has been all natural, nor have we ever made this claim for our products. Paulas belief is that there are effective natural and synthetic ingredients; we use both. http://www.cosmeticscop.com/skin-care-facts-sodium-lauryl-sulfate-sodium-laureth-sulfate.aspx
—Andrea

One of a kind shampoo
When I am using other shampoos in the market, my scalp always cannot tolerate, and make it itchy. Since I've been using Paula's Choice shampoo and conditioner, I don't have itchy scalp anymore. I like it so much, and I can use it as a body wash too when I am on a trip. Thanks so much for the wonderful product!!! My husband is using it now too, and he likes it!!
—Cecily

Excellent Shampoo
What an amazing product!I finally discovered that I'm allergic to most "over the counter" shampoos. The eczema spots and flakes on my face and scalp are gone! I'm so glad I found Paula. I love all her gentle, safe, skin care products.
—Michelle Hayes

Amy
I really like this product. I have oily skin and it is the only product I use on my hair and skin during the hot summer months- spring and fall as well. I even use it to wash my face which is prone to acne. I do prefer something a little more moisturizing in the dry winter months though. All in all an excellent product.
—Amy

Love it
When my expensive shampoo was suddenly hard to find I decided to try this shampoo & conditioner. I love them both. They leave my hair very manageable and keep my scalp feeling good. I really like the one step shampoo/body wash as it helps keep the shower less cluttered and saves me a step. I have not gone back to the more expensive stuff. I just wish this was available in a larger size with pump.
—emily

MIRACULOUS RESULTS AS PERSONAL CARE!
Thank you for such a wonderful product! This is the best value and product available for customers with sensitivity issues in the "feminine care" department. As a customer suffering from constant recurring UTI's, this product is worth every penny! I have purchased other products that said they were "feminine wash, fragrance-free"; only to find fragrance listed in the ingredient list! Thanks, Paula, for teaching us to read the ingredient list. Now, thanks to your wonderful product, I have no problems with irritation or infections! Has anyone else out there considered this besides me? I highly recommend it hands down over any "feminine wash"!Sincerely, Denise
—Denise Ballard

The Best Shampoo and Conditioner For Me
I have been using the All Over Body Shampoo since Paula came out with it. I am so happy that it is good for color treated hair since I color my hair also. I love that it cleanses well, you can use it all over your body and there is no fragrance in it since I am very sensitive to fragrances. Nothing compares to Paula's Choice in my opinion.
—Donna P

I'm a believer
I hesitated to order this product as there are less expensive options at the grocery and drug store BUT I gave it a try. WOW..I love it..the shampoo cleans great without stripping my hair and my face and body don't feel tight and dry after using. Yes, there are drug store options but NOT AS GOOD AS THIS! I wish I could buy a gallon with a pump. I love the product!
—Peggy W

Love this shampoo
My husband was convinced for years that he was allergic to SLS, which I didn't buy because of reading Paula's article on it, but I went ahead and spent the money on SLS-free products for him. I convinced him to try Paula's shampoo, which he was skeptical of, but did anyway. He told me, without my asking, that he was amazed at how much cleaner, softer, and more manageable his hair is now, and how this soap doesn't dry out his skin like others. He even asked me to buy more bottles. I also use it as a face wash and it gets all my makeup off. I hope that Paula decides to sell a larger size, since we'll be switching to this soap/shampoo.
—June

fantastic as a HAND WASH too!!
The product is wonderful as an all-purpose shower gel for body and hair, but I've found another use! I have fought severe non-contact dermatitus on my hands for nearly 20 years and finally resorted to using Cetaphil or Cerave or your Skin Recovery Cleanser . . . but, as a hand cleanser, they aren't exactly ideal choices. To wash my hands, I now use this product and keep it by the sinks in my house as a hand "soap." Have you ever thought of marketing it in a hand soap type of bottle with a pump? It is wonderful in that application too!
—Timothy

Effective, no build up
This is an effective, gentle detergent based shampoo/bodywash, and I like that it is fragrance free. I use it all over my body and intermittently as my shampoo to clarify my hair after having used a shampoo with silicone the wash before. Wish it came in a much bigger bottle!
—Marcus

Developed Hairline Eczema
Contains Cocamidopropyl Betaine (the American Contact Dermatitis Society's 2004 Allergen of the Year). Since Paula has written about her own struggles with eczema this product comes as a disappointment. Customer Care: Please call our Customer Service for assistance with finding a product that will work for you. Also, please note that we have a 60-day 100% Satisfaction Guarantee return policy.
—Mary

Excellent for travel
I love this product because it is multi-purpose, which means less bottles in my shower. I also love it for travel because in one bottle I get a great shampoo, facial cleanser and body wash. I just pour it into a travel-sized container and keep it in my toiletry kit. Very convenient!
—Deanna

Great shampoo!
I've only washed my hair with this product twice and I'm already in love with it! It is very gentle but leaves my hair feeling thoroughly clean and amazingly soft and shiny. Another great product from Paula's Choice :-)
—Leonor

Great, wish it came in hand soap dispenser
I use this as body and most importantly, hand soap. Prone to hand eczema, my hands get irritated by soaps that contain Sodium Laurel Sulfate. The previous reviewer stated this ingredient is in the formula; that's incorrect. It's sodium LAURETH sulfate in this product, and that's a different ingredient with a different level of irritation altogether. I just wish I had the option of buying it packaged in a hand soap dispenser because the face and body pumps are difficult to use and dispense the wrong amount, but using the squeeze top is highly annoying! I also feel the texture of the product could be improved. However, as a massage therapist I'd be lost without this product! Hands are skin too, Paula - now that you are concentrating on skincare maybe you can give us some new packaging options!
—Jenn

The Very Best
I just wanted to add my review to the others. Paula's All Over Hair & Body Wash Shampoo and Conditioner are simply the best products I've ever used. I've been allergic to almost everything else I've ever tried. For the past three years I've used these products with relief and success. As some have already mentioned, Paula's Hair and Body Wash can also double as a face wash. It's wonderful only having two products in my shower that work so well. Thank you Paula; your skin care is highly recommended!!!
—Michelle A.

Nice body wash - OK shampoo
This is a nice, basic, non-irritating product. I rarely use as a shampoo, as it leaves my fine hair flat. Feels nice on the skin though.
—Tracey

Hair is sooo soft!!
Love this shampoo!! It leaves your hair so soft and clean after. I am used to buying Paul Mitchell, Redken, Joico, etc, and have found these "expensive" products to cause build-up and leave me with flat, dull hair. Paula's shampoo along with her conditioner is a great value, comes in a huge bottle and does the best job cleansing and conditioning hair. I will be buying PC shampoo and conditioner for life!!
—Tanya

Luxurious and Outstanding
So gentle on extra sensitive, allergy prone skin (even young children). Luxurious lather-can even be used as bubble bath! Must try this one!
—Carolann

Time Saver!
This product saves me time, plain and simple. I can getin the shower, por some into my hands, wash my hair, face, body, and rinse. Put conditioner on, rinse, and I'm done! I used to have several products, including one for the more "sensitive" areas of a woman's body. Not anymore. This product does not have irrating ingredients that will bother those parts. I am just looking to save time in the am when getting ready for work- and that is what I am doing! I also use it on my poor exzema-stricken daughter. Doesn't make things worse, which is all that I can expect! She has an rx for her condition, and this multi-use product is just easier for me to buy than getting x amount of fragrance-free options from the store just for her. I'm all about easy!
—Meredith

Finally a shampoo for every scalp and hair type!
Simply a very good shampoo that does what it should. Mild and very thorough cleansing that doesn't strip hair (or skin) of oil or color! No offensive perfume or irritants (including the SLS). I have very sensitive dry and oily skin - not a normal square inch of skin on me - and no problems whatsoever. Just a good, normal cleansing whether used for hair or skin. Thanks Paula!
—Jeannine Pinnt

All Over hair and Body Shampoo
I just received the shamppo and conditioner and I cannot believe the results!! It is the most wonderful stuff I have ever used on my hair and skin. And believe, over the years I have spent thousands oF dollars to find something that really works for extreme dry hair and skin. Thank you, Paula, this will be the only shampoo and conditioner I will ever use for now on. My scalp was so itchy and dry, as well as my skin. After just one shower, no itchies at all!!. I will be buying more of your products as well. my hair is so shiny and I don't even need to bake it with hot rollers anymore. It has body and bouce and feels super clean.
—Karen Backmeier

Simply Outstanding
This hair abd body shampoo is simply the best there is. I am in my 40's and have tried everything to keep my hair looking and feeling it's best AND to find a shower gel that does not make me itch afterwards due to one ingredient or another that irritates my skin. I have been using this productfor over a year now and can't go without it.
—Elizabeth R

good substitute for soap
I use this product instead of soap because I'm very sensitive to fragrance. It's a little pricy but I'm happy it's so gentle.
—Maureen

Good Stuff!
This is a great shampoo, but it's an even better body wash. I love the convenience of using one product for hair and body!
—Pauline

Contains wheat
I have not tried the body and hair shampoo yet, but from the reviews I was excited to try it. I do react to most bath soaps. However, the ingredients contain wheat, and since I and family members are gluten intolerant I probably have to avoid it. Is there another product for body/hair cleansing that does not contain wheat? Customer Care Response: While we do not carry an alternate body shampoo at this time you may find that one of our facial cleansers such as the One Step Cleanser for Normal to Dry skin to work fine as a body shampoo. Please contact our Customer Care team via Email, Live Chat, or Phone for further assistance.
—Karen Ba

Unique Lather!
I have been using this product head to toe since it debuted way back and would be lost without it,and the pump added to it makes it even more enjoyable in the shower.But please make the cover under the cap easier to remove,a lady friend of mine is asking as well.But overall a real luxury in the shower.
—Erik DesVaux

I didn't like it.
I'm sorry to say, but I did not like this. I felt that it dryed out my hair and wasn't very workable. I did like it as bodywash though. As bodywash it was quite nice. Customer Care Response: We appreciate your feedback and will share it with our team. In the meantime, please contact our Customer Service Team for further assistance in selecting an alternate product.
—Hannah

Nice, but not great for oily hair.
I like this as a body and face wash in the shower. I do use it occasionally for my hair but not often and definitely not if my hair is very dirty. If I use it regularly my hair it becomes progressively more oily, like it isn't getting clean enough and then I begin to breakout on my scalp. I definitely see the benefits for those with dry hair, sensitivities, and for babies and children. I'll use up what I have and then decide if I want to repurchase it as my facial wash in the shower, b/c you do get a lot of product for the money.
—Katina

Great product, poor packaging
This is a great multi-use product and the only thing that I can use as bubble bath on my daughter's very sensitive skin. I use it too and buy it 6 bottles at a time. My only complaint is the bottle. At this price the bottle should be nicer looking and the flip-top should not snap off, which it does every time.
—Barbra Eppolito

What makes this product unique?
All Over Hair & Body Shampoo is a versatile product that works beautifully as a shampoo and body wash, making it extremely convenient for everyday use. The rich, cushiony formula can be used on any hair type, cleans hair in one application, and rinses easily with no build-up or even a hint of dryness! All Over Hair & Body Shampoo's fragrance-free formula is gentle enough for color-treated hair, sensitive scalp, and can be used on babies and children. It doesn't get much better than that!

This product is 100% fragrance- and colorant-free.

Who is this product for?
The All Over Hair & Body Shampoo works great for all skin types and all ages.

How should this product be used?
As a shampoo: Apply to wet hair and gently massage into scalp. Lather, then rinse thoroughly. Repeat only if you are using heavy styling products and follow with Paula's Choice Smooth Finish Conditioner.

As a body wash: Smooth over wet skin to create a lather and then rinse thoroughly.

The All Over Hair & Body Shampoo may also be used to wash your Paula's Choice makeup brushes and sponges.

What Makes Paula's Choice Products Unique?

Created by world renowned skin care expert and author Paula Begoun

Proven effective based on hundreds of published scientific studies

Targeted systems for wrinkles, acne, rosacea, sensitive skin, oily skin, dry skin and more

Fragrance-free, color-free, free of harmful skin irritants, and never tested on animals

100% customer satisfaction guaranteed

Unequalled customer service

Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate (mild cleansing agent), Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Lauryl Glucoside (mild cleansing and lather agents), Butylene Glycol (slip agent/water-binding agent), Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein (water-binding and anti-static agent), Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, (plant conditioning and water-binding agents), Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) (conditioning agent), PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate (surfactant), Polyquaternium-10 (conditioning/detangling agent), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (water-binding agent), Trisodium EDTA (chelating agent), Citric Acid (pH adjuster), Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Benzoic Acid, Sorbic Acid (all preservatives).

Directions: As a shampoo: Apply to wet hair, and gently massage into scalp. Lather, then rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary and follow with conditioner. As a body wash: Smooth over wet skin to create a lather, then rinse thoroughly.

Is All Over Hair & Body Shampoo safe for color- or chemically-treated hair?
Yes. If your hair is color-treated, permed, straightened, or relaxed we highly recommend following with Paula's Choice Smooth Finish Conditioner.

I have acne on my chest/back. Will the ingredients in All Over Hair & Body Shampoo clog pores or make acne worse?
In all likelihood, no. Although Paula refrains from making non-comedogenic claims for her products (because there are no standards in place to regulate that claim), All Over Hair & Body Shampoo does not contain heavy, thick, or oily conditioning agents and doesn't leave a film on skin. The water-soluble formula is gentle and rinses cleanly, prepping breakout-prone skin for subsequent anti-acne treatments.

May I use All Over Hair & Body Shampoo to wash my infant and/or child?
Yes, although as a general rule we always recommend asking your pediatrician before using any new product on an infant or child's skin. Paula's Choice All Over Hair & Body Shampoo is very gentle, and the fact that it is fragrance-free makes it a safer bet than most baby shampoos.

Does All Over Hair & Body Shampoo work better as a shampoo or body wash?
Both! Paula designed this product to be equally effective for shampooing hair and cleansing skin from the neck down.

Is it OK to use All Over Hair & Body Shampoo to wash my face?
Most likely, yes—especially if you have normal to oily skin. Generally speaking, our facial cleansers are the better options because we offer specific formulas to address the needs of various skin types. However, if you're pressed for time or want to multi-task as much as possible, give it a try and see how your skin responds!

May I use All Over Hair & Body Shampoo to wash my dog?
Yes. Always be sure to rinse thoroughly with warm water to remove all traces of shampoo from your dog's coat.