The Shampoo pH can Affect the Hair: Myth or Reality? There are new and improved toxins and chemicals introduced into our environment every day. This fact has made more people aware of the good, the bad and the ugly that is found in products that are used on soaps, detergents or in the shampoo that we use daily. Many people today are worried about the condion of their hair. Both men and women can have problems with thinning hair that is genec or disease- related. Others may have problems with their hair because of environmental factors related to work or hobbies. There have always been discussions regarding hair type and how well speciﬁc shampoos work to help repair the damage. One queson that is oﬅen raised is how the pH level of shampoos can aﬀect the hair over me. You may be someone who isn’t aware that shampoos and other soaps have a pH balance. If you are beginning a journey into a more healthy lifestyle having the correct facts can help you out. On the other hand, you may check pH balance religiously when you are buying shampoo. However, is it really true that certain types of pH balances will aﬀect the hair diﬀerently?