Uncle Funky's Daughter Squeaky Clarifying Cleanser
Founded in Houston by Renee Morris, Uncle Funky's Daughter built its reputation on Curly Magic — the gel-cream that became a curl-community classic. UFD formulates specifically for type 3 and 4 curls, focused on humectant-rich definition and moisture retention. Uncle Funky's Daughter Squeaky Clarifying Cleanser is a sulphate-free cleanser from the brand — stocked at Zenvy Beauty UK with free delivery over £40 and next-working-day shipping if you order before 2pm.
What it does
Lifts build-up, oil and product residue without stripping the cuticle's moisture balance. Sulphate-free formulas are safe for colour-treated hair.
Hair type
Best for type 2C through 4C textures. The brand formulates broadly across the curl spectrum — adjust application amount based on density and porosity. Wavy and looser-curl users should start with smaller amounts to avoid weigh-down.
How to use
- Massage a quarter-sized amount into wet hair to activate a deep cleansing lather
- Rinse and repeat as needed
- Use daily or as desired
Ingredients (full INCI)
Water, Sodium C14-26 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cetyl Betaine, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Fragrance, Menthol, PEG-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Symphytum Officinale (Comfrey) Leaf Extract, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Kelp Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Hamamelis Virginia (Witch Hazel) Water, Equisetum Arvense (Horsetail) Extract, Polyquaternium-10, Cetrimonium Chloride, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Annatto
Frequently asked
How often should I wash with this?
Most curlies use a sulphate-free cleanser like Uncle Funky's Daughter Squeaky Clarifying Cleanser every 4–7 days, depending on build-up, scalp condition and how much product you layer between washes. If you co-wash mid-week, this becomes your weekly deep-clean.
Is it sulphate-free and colour-safe?
Refer to the ingredient list above for SLS / SLES. Sulphate-free formulas are safe for colour-treated hair and won't strip your curl pattern or fade your colour.
Will it strip my curls?
Used as recommended (every 4–7 days), no — the cleanser lifts build-up without disrupting the cuticle's moisture balance. If you have very high-porosity hair, follow with a deep conditioner or mask to lock moisture back in.
Can I follow this with any conditioner?
Yes — pair with any rinse-out conditioner that suits your texture. Uncle makes complementary conditioners; pairing within-brand often gives the most consistent result, but cross-brand routines work fine too.
