Paul Mitchell
Shop Paul Mitchell hair care products online in South Africa at Partners Hair Design. American professional hair care since 1980 — innovative, high-performance formulas for every hair type and concern. All 100% authentic and sourced from the official South African distributor.
About Paul Mitchell
Paul Mitchell was co-founded in 1980 by legendary hairdresser Paul Mitchell and entrepreneur John Paul DeJoria — famously with just $700 and a vision to create professional hair care products sold exclusively through salons. Despite starting with almost nothing, Paul Mitchell grew to become one of the most recognisable professional hair care brands in the world.
Paul Mitchell passed away in 1989, but the brand continues under DeJoria's leadership as one of the most successful family-owned professional hair care companies in history. The brand is particularly known for its commitment to sustainability — Paul Mitchell was one of the first professional hair care brands to become cruelty-free and is a leader in eco-conscious professional beauty.
Paul Mitchell Hair Care Ranges
Tea Tree Special: Paul Mitchell's most iconic range. Infused with tea tree oil, peppermint, and lavender — the Tea Tree Special Shampoo is one of the best-selling professional shampoos in the world. The invigorating, cooling sensation is immediately recognisable. The full Tea Tree range covers hair care, scalp care, and body care.
Moisture: For dry and thirsty hair. The Instant Moisture range delivers lightweight, immediate hydration — the Instant Moisture Daily Shampoo and Conditioner are core Paul Mitchell products used in salons worldwide.
Strength: For damaged and breakage-prone hair. Super Strong Shampoo, Conditioner, and Daily Treatment rebuild hair strength with wheat amino acids and keratin — one of Paul Mitchell's most recommended ranges for chemically processed hair.
Clarifying: The original Paul Mitchell Shampoo Two is a classic clarifying shampoo — one of the most effective product build-up removers in professional hair care. Used weekly to reset the scalp and remove mineral deposits, styling product residue, and excess oil.
Color Care: For colour-treated hair. Color Protect Shampoo and Conditioner are sulfate-free and formulated to extend colour vibrancy and protect against fading.
Volume: For fine and flat hair. Volumizing formulas that add body and lift without heaviness. Extra-Body Daily Shampoo and Conditioner are Paul Mitchell staples for fine-haired clients.
Smoothing: For frizzy and unruly hair. Super Skinny Serum is one of Paul Mitchell's most iconic styling products — a smoothing serum that delivers extraordinary sleekness and shine for blow-dried styles.
Scalp Care: Scalp-specific treatments for dandruff, sensitivity, and oiliness. The Tea Tree Scalp Care range uses natural tea tree oil and targeted actives for effective scalp rebalancing.
MVRCK by Paul Mitchell: Paul Mitchell's dedicated men's grooming brand. A complete range covering shampoos, conditioners, and styling products — clays, pomades, and creams for every men's style from matte texture to high shine.
Paul Mitchell's Legacy of Firsts
Paul Mitchell has a long history of industry firsts: one of the first professional brands to go cruelty-free, one of the first to use post-consumer recycled packaging, and one of the first to commit publicly to sustainability as a core brand value. The Paul Mitchell Schools — a network of cosmetology schools in the USA — have trained hundreds of thousands of professional stylists since 1997.
Frequently Asked Questions — Paul Mitchell
What is Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Shampoo best for? Tea Tree Special Shampoo is ideal for oily scalps, active lifestyles (post-gym), and anyone who loves the invigorating cooling sensation. The tea tree oil and peppermint provide natural antimicrobial and scalp-balancing benefits. It is not a medicated anti-dandruff shampoo but is effective for general scalp freshness and oiliness control.
Is Paul Mitchell cruelty-free? Yes — Paul Mitchell has been cruelty-free since its founding in 1980. The brand does not test on animals and is certified by PETA. This was a pioneering position in the professional hair care industry at the time.
Where can I buy authentic Paul Mitchell in South Africa? Through authorised stockists only. Partners Hair Design is one of South Africa's authorised Paul Mitchell retailers — both online and through our salons across Cape Town.
Why Buy Paul Mitchell from Partners Hair Design?
Partners Hair Design is an authorised Paul Mitchell stockist — every product is 100% authentic and sourced directly from the official South African distributor. Our stylists across Cape Town use Paul Mitchell daily at Canal Walk, V&A Waterfront, Cavendish Square, Tygervalley, Somerset Mall, Gardens Centre, Cape Gate, and Constantia Village. Free delivery on orders over R390 across South Africa. Orders placed before 1pm on weekdays are dispatched same day.