The Balancing Duo

Name: The Balancing Duo
Brand: OCHRE
SKU: NCL_THE_4_DEF_BUN_25_VG
Price: 75.0 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (66 reviews)

$75.00

$84.00

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The Balancing Duo is your go-to for clean, nourished hair and a calm, balanced scalp.

Purifying Shampoo: clears buildup, gentle on sensitive skin
Essential Conditioner: softens + detangles without weight

Infused with scalp-balancing PAR Formula™ to unlock stronger, healthier hair.

What's included: Purifying Shampoo, Essential Conditioner, 2x OCHRE custom pumps

Additional Information

Fragrance free
Noncomedogenic
Hypoallergenic
Microbiome Balancing
Color-friendly

Zero SLS / SLES, parabens, pthalates, silicones, and dyes. See the full exclusion list.

Purifying Shampoo

Ideal for all scalps | pH 5.0 - 6.0 (balanced for scalp) | 91% naturally-derived | 300mL / 10 fl. oz. | Made in California

Essential Conditioner

Ideal for all hair types | pH 3.5 - 4.2 (balanced for hair) | 98% naturally-derived | 300mL / 10 fl. oz. | Made in California

Full Ingredient List

Purifying Shampoo

Water (Aqua, Eau), Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate, Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Cocamide MIPA, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Propanediol Caprylate, Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Glycerin, Panthenol, Propanediol, Polyquaternium-7, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Chloride, Lactic Acid*

Essential Conditioner

Water (Aqua, Eau), C13-15 Alkane, Cetyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Glycerin, Stearyl Alcohol, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Propanediol Caprylate, Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Dicetyldimonium Chloride, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Propanediol, Isopropyl Alcohol*, Citric Acid*, Lactic Acid*

* Found in trace amounts

Free shipping

On orders over $60

Ships in 24 hours

Arrives in 2-5 days

100% No Risk Returns

Love it or return it within 30 days

Made in USA

Using fully recyclable materials

OCHRE in Action

How OCHRE Compares

Dermatologist-tested formulas that balance your scalp’s natural microbiome.

Featurs

Other Salon Brands

Salon quality performance

Hypoallergenic

Won't clog pores

Microbiome balancing

Eco-friendly aluminum

91%+ Naturally derived

SEE THE RESULTS

Clear Scalp & Healthy Hair in Just 2 Weeks

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0% Scalp felt more balanced
0% Scalp felt healthier
0% Hair felt stronger

*Results based on a 3rd party clinical study where 23 participants used OCHRE’s Shampoo and Conditioner for 2 weeks.

The PAR Formula™

Our proprietary blend of bioactives, prebiotics, and antioxidants for healthier hair and scalp.

Plant Esters

MCT Oil + Fermented Glycerin

Origin: Germany

A potent bioactive that reduces appearance of flakes and redness by rebalancing scalp-irritating microbes. RSPO-certified.

Algae Extract

Mediterranean Microalgae

Origin: Spain

A prebiotic scalp superfood that soothes irritation and nurtures microbial harmony. Made with upcycled microalgae.

Rosebay Extract

Rosebay Willowherb

Origin: Canada

Packed with Oenethein B, a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory that balances oil and detoxifies scalp. GACP-certified.

Plant Esters

MCT Oil + Fermented Glycerin

Origin: Germany

A potent bioactive that reduces appearance of flakes and redness by rebalancing scalp-irritating microbes. RSPO-certified.

Algae Extract

Mediterranean Microalgae

Origin: Spain

A prebiotic scalp superfood that soothes irritation and nurtures microbial harmony. Made with upcycled microalgae.

Rosebay Extract

Rosebay Willowherb

Origin: Canada

Packed with Oenethein B, a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory that balances oil and detoxifies scalp. GACP-certified.

Hair Concerns: Dry , Thin or thinning

Love the shampoo and conditioner - especially post chemo

Cancer medications take a toll on hair, and allergic tendencies mean I’ve always had to use dye free, scent free products. The shampoo and conditioner were recommended to me by my daughter, and they work beautifully. Thanks for a great product!

Hi Laura! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review for our Balancing Duo. We are so happy to hear that our products have been helpful for you, especially post chemo. Wishing you strength, calm, and brighter days ahead, and please pass along our thanks to your daughter for the thoughtful recommendation.

Hair Concerns: Frizzy

Scalp Concerns: Sensitive scalp

Something Special

Early review (one month in): I’m extremely impressed - this really feels like something special.
The shampoo has some of the best lather I’ve ever experienced from a product formulated for sensitive or exclusion-based use. It cleans effectively, rinses out easily, and leaves my scalp feeling neutral rather than dry. The conditioner pairs perfectly, restoring moisture with just the right amount of slip while still rinsing cleanly.
After a single wash cycle, I was already able to move to an every-other-day routine and may even stretch it further as my scalp adjusts fully. The included pump amount is ideal, and I love the design and feel of the bottles in my shower.
For context: I grew up using two-in-ones and struggled with occasional dandruff, then swung the other way with Dr. Bronner’s as my only shower product for nearly a decade - great for skin, inconsistent for hair. After meeting my wife, I started trying everything from tea-tree formulas to high-end lines like Oribe and Olaplex but never found anything both consistent and worth the price.
The closest I’d come were others on the Eczema Association list: Odele was fine but unremarkable compared to other box store options, SEEN’s conditioner didn’t work or feel great for me, and Nécessaire was the opposite - a better conditioner than shampoo. This line outperforms them all in both feel and function.

Matt, thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review, it means so much to us! We’re thrilled that OCHRE has stood out for both performance and feel, especially after your journey with so many different products. Here’s to even more great hair days ahead!

Hair Concerns: Dry , Oily

Scalp Concerns: Oily scalp, Dandruff or seb derm

The best hair care!

I LOVED IT! I have eczema and very sensitive skin and this product made my hair and scalp feel so healthy and hydrated. It was so easy to use and lather into my hair. After finishing with the styling cream, my hair never felt softer! Plus the smell is amazing! I definitely recommend!

Love hearing this Taylor! Even fragrance-free hair can smell amazing when it’s this healthy.

Hair Concerns: Dry , Thin or thinning

Scalp Concerns: Dry scalp, Oily scalp, Dandruff or seb derm

Absolutely amazing…PLEASE don’t change formula

Finally a product that my scalp and hair love, including the cream which I adore! I’ve been seeing less and less flakes each wash, so it feels like my scalp biome is finally healing!!

Glad to hear your scalpbiome is finally healing! And don't worry, we have no plan in changing our formula.

Hair Concerns: Dry , Frizzy, Heavy

Scalp Concerns: Dandruff or seb derm

Hair has never felt better!

I have been using the shampoo and conditioner for only a few days but have already noticed a huge difference. My wavy hair now feels light and airy! Glad i finally found a product that works for my normally unruly hair.

Hi Erica, thank you for sharing your review! Glad to here our line made a big difference so quickly!

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The Balancing Duo

Purifying Shampoo

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Purifying Shampoo

Essential Conditioner