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Phil Smith Curl Control Shampoo & Conditioner

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Disclaimer: we received these products free of charge for the purpose of this review and all thoughts and opinions are our own.


If you have just started to embrace your curly hair, it is very easy to become overwhelmed by the sheer volume of products available, all promising to create amazing curls. Finding the right products to define your curls is not only time consuming but can be expensive too, as what works for one person doesn’t always work for another. Not everyone can afford to spend a small fortune on hair products so I was really pleased to discover the Everyday Expert range from celebrity hairdresser Phil Smith which costs a very purse friendly £4.

The range, which includes Curl Control, Radiant Blonde, Coconut Shine and Weightless Volume products has been designed to provide great quality, high performance haircare at an affordable price – the question is would the Curl Control shampoo and conditioner be able to tame my unruly curls??

The Curl Control products contain Grapeseed Oil which helps redefine and hydrate curls and both products have a lovely gentle fragrance. The shampoo lathers easily, creating a creamy foam which removes dirt and grime from my hair, leaving it feeling lovely and clean.

The conditioner is rich and creamy and easy to apply to my hair, I leave it on for a couple of minutes before scrunching it into my hair to help to add extra moisture to the curls. It rinses out easily, leaving my hair tangle free.

I am really impressed with these products, after leaving to dry naturally my curls were beautifully defined and looked amazing – shiny and bouncy and no longer flat, frizzy and fluffy. I really can’t believe these products only cost £4, they are so much better than some of the expensive shampoos and conditioners I have tried and are a fraction of the cost. Those that follow the Curly Girl method will be pleased to hear that they are Curly Girl Approved too.

After using these products for a couple of weeks I can see a huge improvement in my hair, it not only feels more nourished and hydrated, but the curls are more defined and it looks much shinier than it was before.

RRP £4 available online and from Sainsburys

MONPURE Hair Products

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Disclaimer: We received these products free of charge for the purpose of this review and all thoughts and opinions are our own.

After years of straightening my curls, I am now embracing them and in my quest for perfect curls have tried a huge selection of curl friendly products, all with varying results. One product my hair likes is protein as it gives my curls strength, shape and structure so I was really pleased to receive the Strengthening Silk Protein Shampoo and Strengthening Essence Conditioner from MONPURE.

If you’re not familiar with MONPURE they are a luxury haircare brand who know that the secret to healthy hair begins with the scalp. Their products contain retinol and lactic acid – products more familiar to us in skincare – and are effectively bridging the gap between skincare and haircare, taking haircare onto a new and exciting level.

The Strengthening Silk Protein Shampoo £36 is a fantastic product, cleansing the hair and scalp without stripping it of its natural oils and moisture. The shampoo lathers easily, creating a creamy foam that lifts away dirt and debris and the vegan silk peptides in the shampoo create a breathable ‘second skin’ on both the scalp and hair to protect it from the effect of pollution, irritants and bacteria.

I love the fragrance of this shampoo, it smells fresh and luxurious and as you massage it in it instantly feels like it is doing wonders for both my scalp and hair. It rinses out easily leaving my hair clean and fresh.

The Strengthening Essence Conditioner £36 is designed to hydrate both your scalp and hair, the lightweight formula glides through my hair leaving each strand silky and free of tangles. I found a walnut sized amount was perfect for my shoulder length hair and I left it on a few minutes before scrunching it into my hair and rinsing with plenty of water. The conditioner deeply hydrates and nourishes my hair and scalp and the blend of strengthening vegan silk peptides, Argan oil and pro vitamin B5 has left my hair incredibly shiny and it definitely looks a lot healthier than it did a few weeks ago!   

The key to great curls is to keep them moisturised and hydrated and these products do just that, helping keep the dreaded frizz at bay and enhancing my curls.

Whilst the products are fabulous they aren’t the cheapest so with Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day coming up it’s time to start dropping a few hints!!


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Josh Wood Miracle care for Dry, Damaged Hair Set

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Josh Wood is a world leading colour expert and has developed a great range of hair products to keep your hair in fantastic condition. As my curly hair is currently very dry and frizzy – a result of all this cold, wet weather and a bit too much straightening over the Christmas period – I was really pleased to receive the Josh Wood Miracle Care for Dry, Damaged Hair set with the hope that they would be able to work a few miracles on my unruly mop of curls!

The Miracle Shampoo and Conditioner are designed for dry damaged hair and being sulphate free are great for curly hair. The duo are full of natural active ingredients as well as Josh Wood’s signature Colour Shine Complex of Quinoa Extract, Green Walnut and UV filters. The products worked really well together, adding moisture to my curls and helping reduce the dreaded frizz. The shampoo lathers beautifully leaving my hair feeling lovely and clean. The conditioner is rich and creamy and easy to apply, I used a couple of pumps on my shoulder length hair, leaving it on for a couple of minutes before scrunching it into my hair and rinsing with plenty of water. It rinsed out easily, leaving my hair tangle free.

The Miracle Mask can be used once or twice a week and as well as helping to protect colour from fading it gives a much needed hydration boost to my curls. It’s easy to use, a couple of pumps were enough and after leaving it on for the recommended 5 minutes it was easy to rinse off. The creamy consistency felt like it was doing my hair the world of good and my hair felt lovely and moisturised after only one application.

I have been using these products for a couple of weeks now and I am really pleased with the results, not only does my hair look nice and shiny, but it also feels a lot more nourished. After a couple of washes my hair was noticeable less frizzy and the curls are now a lot less straw like and are defined and bouncy again. These products have transformed my dry, frizzy locks and each time I use them I feel as though I’ve just walked out of the hairdressers!

RRP £44



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Nanogen Hair Thickening Shampoo and Conditioners

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Take a few moments to think about how 2024 could be different for you. Small steps, rather than grand gestures or resolutions that won’t last are the key to improving your health, your self-esteem or wellbeing.  One way of taking a small step to make yourself feel better in 2024 is switching to more targeted products in your beauty care.  Nanogen shampoos and conditioners help thicken your hair (for both men and women) over time.  We were sent a lovely selection to try over the Christmas holidays, taking us into 2024 with luscious, healthy looking hair!

The range at Nanogen includes Shampoo for Women, Shampoo Luxe for Women, Hair Thickening Conditioner for Everyone, Shampoo for Men and Shampoo and Half-Conditioner for Men. If that sounds like a lot to choose from, don’t worry, they’re all explained on the Nanogen Shampoo & Conditioner page: https://www.nanogen.com/collections/shampoo-conditioner

Starting with the Nanogen Shampoo for Women, the 240ml tube of shampoo goes a long way with just a small 5 pence-piece sized portion which washed my shoulder-length hair perfectly. The shampoo feels luxurious and not only cleans beautifully but has a silky texture, which no doubt helps the thickening process.  After using the Shampoo for Women, I went straight to the Conditioner for Everyone to finish the nourishing process. The Conditioner for Everyone is universal, meaning anyone can use it and even children will probably find it easy to use because it’s so soft, it takes away tangles without you even knowing it. It’s very lightweight, so as well as its moisturising properties, it washes out easily and doesn’t make your hair really heavy. If you need to, you can add products afterwards but I just let my hair dry naturally.

The Shampoo Luxe for Women is super, super hydrating and probably good for when your hair is in need of some TLC long term before using the other Nanogen products as part of your daily routine. It feels amazing because it’s so rich, and again, you don’t need very much of it to make your hair feel soft. Its intensity is comforting because you know that as soon as you let the conditioner work its magic, then your hair will be softer once it dries. Over time, I found that after a few washes and letting it dry naturally, my curls were more defined and my hair smoother, as well as being less flat. I’m looking forward to seeing how my hair looks after a few months of using the Nanogen products!

Nanogen aren’t just for women, but there’s the Shampoo for Men and Shampoo and Half-Conditioner for men too. Both products work to thicken men’s hair, which obviously can be thinning for different reasons to women but men can still use Nanogen to thicken their hair as well as have a bit of luxury. Unlike other hair thickening products aimed at men, Nanogen doesn’t have a chemical fragrance and you can feel that the Shampoo and Half-Conditioner isn’t abrasive but instead, more nourishing.  The men’s products also make excellent gifts!

Taking 2024 by the horns, Nanogen shampoos and conditioners for thickening hair are a lovely treat to help improve the condition of your hair, make it fuller and allow you to enjoy healthy hair again.

Available from £7.95 at: https://www.nanogen.com/collections/shampoo-conditioner with 20% off your first order if you subscribe.

Naturally European Milk Travel Collection

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The school holidays are almost here and whether you’re jetting off to far flung exotic places, camping or visiting friends and family the chances are you’ll want to keep your luggage as light as possible. One easy way to save both weight and space in your suitcase is to choose beauty products in travel friendly sizes like the Milk Travel Collection from Beauty Naturals. This suitcase friendly set contains all the essentials for a trip away –  Shower Gel, Shampoo, Conditioner and Body Lotion and comes in a handy fabric gift bag which will be perfect for keeping bobbles and scrunchies in once the bottles are empty.

Fragranced with cedarwood and patchouli, these products will add a touch of luxury to any holiday and keep your hair and body lovely and fresh whilst you are away.

RRP £8.95 but currently on offer at £4.45 on the Beauty Naturals website

ALTERNA Caviar Anti-Ageing Hair Products

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Eureka moment!! You know when you find a product that transforms your hair and you can’t imagine using anything else – this is how I feel about the Caviar Anti-Aging range from Alterna. When the box of haircare products arrived, I had been struggling with my shoulder length curly hair, which in the last year has become incredibly dry and frizzy. Despite spending a small fortune on new hair products nothing seemed to be helping and I had almost given up hope on finding a product that could transform my frizzy mop back into smooth curls again.

Alterna isn’t a brand I had come across before despite being around since 1997. They wanted to create a range of luxury hair products based on the science of skincare and developed products for professionals using natural eco-certified ingredients with no sulfates or parabens in sight.  

I received the Caviar Anti-Ageing range which is designed to nourish and protect hair and is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals that help to strengthen and hydrate your hair. The vibrant purple bottles looked stunning, and I couldn’t wait to see if they would help my frizzy locks.  

The shampoo and conditioner are very easy to work through hair and rinsed out easily. The shampoo lathered nicely, creating a rich foam that cleansed my hair and smelt gorgeous. The conditioner left my hair feeling hydrated, soft and manageable and helped bring back my bouncy curls.

The Priming Leave in Conditioner was nice and light on my hair and didn’t weigh it down like thicker products tend to do. It removed the tangles effortlessly adding some much needed moisture to my hair.

The Shampoo/Conditioner cost £39.90 each for a 250ml bottle and the Priming Leave in Conditioner is £34.70 for 147ml.

The Caviar Replenishing Moisture Intensive Ceramide Shots (RRP £52.10) are a potent ceramide concentrate in individual capsules that hydrate, reduces breakage and strengthen hair. It is easy to twist the capsule open and then apply to damp hair. I used them after the leave in conditioner and before the CC cream.

I’ve used CC Cream on my face but not on hair before so this was a new step for me. The cream feels like a conditioner and smells amazing and is applied to towel dried hair. This miracle leave in product and styling cream delivers 10 benefits in one easy step – Moisture, Shine, Smoothness, Softness, UV Protection, Manageability, Strength, Anti-Breakage, Heat Protection & Light Hold. It is suitable for all types of hair and once applied all you need to do leave it to work it’s magic. RRP £35.85

These products have really helped hydrate my curls and after only a couple of washes my hair was smoother and the dreaded frizz was gone. Thanks to this range I now love my curls again, my hair looks fantastic – shiny, smooth and nourished from the scalp to the ends – what more can a girl ask for?

Available from the Alterna website they also have smaller sizes which are perfect for travelling or if you are trying the products for the first time.


FFØR Hair Products

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It can feel quite daunting choosing a new shampoo, there are so many different ones available for every hair type, so whether your hair is short, long, curly, coloured, oily, dry or anything in between there is a product for you. Whilst we are spoilt for choice when it comes to the haircare market it can start to get expensive trying new products, and it’s quite frustrating spending hard earned money on new products only to find they don’t suit your hair. We’re all feeling the pinch at the minute, so The Review Studio have been trying out a selection of hair products and sharing our favourites with you.

FFØR stands for Free From, Original, Real and as you’ve probably guessed from the name are an ethical company who believe in Clean Beauty, both for you and the planet. Their products are vegan, cruelty free and free from nasties and they only work with likeminded, ethical suppliers who can provide verified information about their sourcing, and who share their important values. They are also winners of the Marie Claire 2022 Hair Awards and the Global Green Beauty Awards so with such impressive credentials I was keen to see how the products performed on my dry frizzy hair.

The Re:Nourish shampoo lathers up nicely into a rich foam and rinses out very easily.  My hair felt very clean and well hydrated after use. The shampoo is perfect for dry and damaged hair and is infused with organic orange and cinnamon giving it a lovely fragrance which is subtle but very pleasant.

The Re:Nourish conditioner is rich and creamy and easy to apply to my hair, before rinsing I scrunched it into my hair which helps add moisture to my curls. It rinsed out easily leaving my hair tangle free.

I use a hair mask weekly so was pleased to find a Re:Plenish hair mask in the gift set.  It is thicker than the conditioner and once applied I combed it through from root to tip to ensure that it was applied evenly. The instructions say to leave it on your hair for 3-5 minutes before rinsing so as my hair needs lots of moisture, I left it on for the full 5 minutes so that it could penetrate my hair properly. Afterwards my hair was soft, smooth, nourished, frizz free and smelt lovely too.

After using these products for 2 weeks I can see a huge improvement in my hair, it feels nourished and moisturised, and the frizz has gone, it also looks a lot shinier than it was before. My curls look great, even without extra styling products and they are defined and bouncy.

The Re:Nourish gift set costs £39 so why not give the gift of great hair this Galentine’s Day with FFØR.

TAOH Hair Products

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Years of straightening has left my hair very dry and in poor condition, so I was really pleased to receive a selection of hair products from TAOH to try.

TAOH which stands for The Art Of Hair, was founded back in 2014 by Bruno Marc, of the multi award winning salon group Marc Antoni with the aim of making hair care simpler for everyone. Rather than having lots of different products for every hair type, he has created just a couple of shampoos, conditioners and hair products which are suitable for every hair type and condition, removing the need to switch products every time your hair needs change. After 2 years of research and getting feedback from clients, stylists and directors, the TAOH brand was launched

The TAOH brand really appealed to me as my curly hair constantly changes and I end up with multiple bottles of hair products cluttering up the bathroom so just being able to use a couple of products sounded a fantastic idea and I couldn’t wait to see what they could do with my mop of curls.

The Hydrate shampoo and conditioner contain coconut, babassu and argan plant oils and as my dry hair was in desperate need of a moisture boost it felt incredibly luxurious using these products. The shampoo has a rich lather that feels like it’s cleaning deep into the roots, while the conditioner is thick without feeling heavy and really feels like a sumptuous moisturising treatment. The fragrance is delightful, leaving my hair gently scented. And it doesn’t just smell great – after using them for two weeks I can already see and feel a noticeable difference in my hair. Overall, my hair is healthier and has a beautiful shine and my normally dry frizzy hair has been transformed, the frizz has gone and my curls are bouncy and defined and in much better condition than they were before.

Shampoo RRP £17 Conditioner RRP £18

I was told by a hairdresser many years ago that the best thing you can do for frizzy hair is to use a hair mask every week so I was looking forward to trying the TAOH Hydrate Mask and seeing if it could tame my wild, frizzy curls. After washing my hair I slathered on a generous amount and left it for 5 minutes before rinsing. I liked the fact you only put this on for 5 minutes, and yet it really seemed to make a difference to my hair, leaving it smooth, soft, nourished, frizz free and smelling gorgeous.

RRP £25

Designed to be used on damp hair the TAOH Tangle Free spray makes my curly hair more manageable and tangles and knots have become a thing of the past. A quick spray on my hair and a rake through with my fingers and the knots simply drop out. It”s nice and light and turns my hair into beautiful curls giving me a good hair day everyday!

RRP £28

All TAOH products contain premium, naturally derived ingredients and they don’t contain any nasties. They are also sulphate, paraben and cruelty free which is perfect for anyone following the Curly Girl Method.

I am really impressed with these products and will be treating myself to some of the other products in the range so why not do the same – they would make a fantastic Valentines Day gift!

Umthi Haircare

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Haircare products have come a long way in the last decade, with more products on the market and a far larger range available.  The boom of internet selling has made it easy to find the exact product for you and have it delivered to your door.

Umthi haircare products include restorative shampoo, leave-in cream and hair oil, all of which were sent to us to test on this curly-haired reviewer.  Umthi was developed by Lolita Sanders who was motivated to find, and ultimately develop new hair products for women who lost their hair after birth.  Lolita however, was devastated by her hair loss due to medication after the birth of her second son, and so during lockdown, she developed the Umthi products for friends and family. Like and good entrepreneur story, what started in her kitchen during lockdown soon became much bigger, and the story of Umthi began.

Sent to us were Restorative Shampoo, Restorative Conditioner, Restorative Leave-in Cream and Hair Oil.  Based around afro hair but suitable for everyone to use, the products are vegan, cruelty free, sulphate free, as well as paraben and silicone free. So there’s nothing nasty in them to harm either you or the planet!

The first thing that struck me about the products is the smell. They are made from natural products and that includes the scents which are added to them. Each of the products has a slightly different scent but all of them have a slight lemongrass freshness to them.

The obvious product to use first was the Restorative Shampoo.  Made with shea butter and almond oil with rose and fenugreek, it has a really strong but floral smell, which stayed on my hair long after I showered. Using it, I realised that it wasn’t going to lathe up because it doesn’t contain sulphates, but it does clean exceptionally well and left my hair soft and smelling lovely!

Also in the shower, I used the Restorative Conditioner. Again it had a lovely fresh smell to it, and as it’s in a tin rather than a bottle, it was easier to handle in the shower.  As well as shea butter, the conditioner contains andiroba oil, aloe vera, castor oil, mango butter, and amla.  The combination of fatty acids and vitamins are well known in African skincare regimes to be beneficial.

After washing my hair, I used the Leave-In Conditioner and Hair Oil at different times. Using the hair oil the first time I washed my hair, I think I used too much as it left my hair a bit greasy looking.  I think it would work well on much longer hair and whilst your hair is still wet so that it had some chance to evaporate.  The second time I used it, I was more sparing and used it on just the ends. It isn’t the kind of oil that creates big curls but it does define, and I think it would be great if you are creating a swept back, glossy look.

Finally, I used the Leave-In Conditioner the next time I washed my hair.  It’s quite heavy, so again you don’t need much and I found it was best to run it through my hair when it was still wet and to use less than you think. It left my hair feeling softer and the ends didn’t dry out as much. Over time and with the combination of the oil and Leave-In conditioner, I hope it will balance out and leave my curls both conditioned and defined.

Philip Kingsley Haircare Products

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Philip Kingsley is synonymous with quality hair products as well as great gifts.  We were sent the Nourish & Volume Jet Set pack – a set of Elasticizer, Body Building Shampoo and Moisture Balance Conditioner in travel sizes, all set for going on holiday this summer!

I have bought Philip Kingsley before and was impressed by with the high quality of their shampoos and conditioners so to have a travel set that I can take away with me, and not have to rely on whatever shampoo the hotel provides makes it a travel must have for me. Whilst we’re on the subject, why do hotels only provide shampoo and not conditioners when you stay? Do we not want luscious, glossy locks whilst we’re on holiday, or do they assume we will bring our own? Well with this shower-proof pack (the set comes in a zip bag) there isn’t a question.

The Philip Kingsley Elasticizer (75ml) is step 1 in your haircare routine.  To apply, wet your hair before shampooing and work the Elasticizer into all sections. Cover with a shower cap for 10-20 minutes, the longer the better, then rinse off and use the other Philip Kingsley products. The pre-conditioner works on your hair before you take off the residue with the shampoo, leaving it softer, conditioned and as the name suggests, elasticised.  

The Body Building Shampoo (75ml) works with the Elasticizer to cleanse the hair but also leave it voluminous and bouncy.  It actually cleans really deeply too to leave your hair properly clean, and as I like my hair, squeaky clean! It has a lovely light fragrance too.

The Moisture Balance Conditioner is the last of the Philip Kingsley haircare steps and is great for when you’re on holiday because it nourishes and moisturises hair which might have been exposed to sea water, chlorine and the weather.  Used in combination with the Elasticizer, it’s slightly more gentle, but leaves hair soft and bouncy and manageable too.  It also has a lovely fragrance like the shampoo.

All Philip Kingsley products are available on their website and are 100% recyclable and cruelty free. All orders on their website are postage free and also come with a free sample – I had a 20ml shampoo sample with mine so I can take that on holiday too!

Philip Kingsley have a huge range of haircare products on their website and works with trichologists to develop the very best in haircare products.

Philip Kingsley Nourish & Volume Travel Kit is available online for £30 at: https://www.philipkingsley.co.uk/philip-kingsley-nourish-and-volume-jet-set.html

64 Soho Liquid Gold Shampoo and Conditioner

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The cold weather has played havoc with my hair, leaving it dry and frizzy, so I was really pleased to receive bottles of Liquid Gold Shampoo and Conditioner from Salon 64. The brand was founded back in 2017 by Soho hairdresser Ricky Walters, who has styled the hair of some of the world’s top actors. He has also developed a fantastic range of hair products which use the power of gold to strengthen hair, leaving it in tip top condition and giving you salon results from the comfort of your own home.

My first thought when I received the shampoo and conditioner was how striking the boxes looked, the gold writing on the black textured boxes looks stunning and you can tell straight away that this is a luxurious product.

The shampoo and conditioner contain real gold particles and it felt incredibly opulent using them on my shoulder length curly hair. The products worked really well together, replenishing moisture and helping to reduce my frizz. The shampoo lathers beautifully and it left my hair feeling lovely and clean. The conditioner is rich and creamy and easy to apply, I left it on for a couple of minutes before scrunching it into my hair. ( a good tip to help add more moisture to curls). It rinsed out easily and leaving my hair tangle free.

After drying my hair, I was really pleased with the results, my hair looked lovely and shiny and it felt a lot more nourished. After a couple of washes my hair was noticeable less dry and frizzy and my curls are now defined and bouncy again. All in all, these are a very luxurious duo which have transformed my dry, frizzy locks and they genuinely made me feel as though I’d had my hair washed at the hairdressers each time I’ve used them.

RRP £44.99 each and they are available from the Salon 64 website
 


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H²-2 Hydrate Conditioner

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Disclaimer: We received this conditioner free for the purpose of the review but all words and opinions are our own

I have shoulder length curly hair which is currently very dry and frizzy and in need of a moisture boost. I love discovering new hair products and was thrilled when the H²-2 Hydrate Conditioner arrived from Electric Hair

The conditioner is fortified with

Jojoba Oil – rich in vitamins and minerals that strengthen and nourish hair, including vitamin C, B vitamins, vitamin E, copper, and zinc. 

Meadowfoam seed oil – this forms a protective coating on the hair helping to retain moisture for longer.

Sugar beet extract – containing betaine, an amino acid that retains moisture and acts as an anti-irritant. 

Wheat proteins – increase the strength of the hair and reduce breakage.

The conditioner can be used as an everyday conditioner – simply rub an almond-sized amount between your fingers and smooth the conditioner down your hair or it can also be used as a treatment to nourish your hair. Simply apply and leave for 10 minutes for it to do its magic!

The conditioner was rich and creamy and easy to apply to my hair, I initially used it as a conditioner, scrunching it into my hair with plenty of water to help to add moisture to my curls. It rinsed out easily and left my hair tangle free. I have also been using it as a weekly treatment, covering it with a shower cap and leaving it for 10 minutes for a real moisture boost.

After drying my hair, I was so pleased, my curls loved the conditioner and look lovely and defined. After using the conditioner for a couple of weeks my hair is in much better condition and looks so much shinier and healthy.

This is a great product not only does my hair feel moisturised from root to tip it is finally frizz free  and I’m certainly ready for those Christmas parties now!!

RRP £23 available here



RINGANA Hair Products Review

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I have shoulder length curly hair which is currently quite dry and in desperate need of some TLC, so receiving a couple of haircare products from RINGANA was a very welcome treat!

RINGANA FRESH shampoo – 200 ml – £15.79
This shampoo is quite runny but it does lather well on your hair. The shampoo is gentle on my hair and leaves it feeling nice and clean and refreshed. My scalp felt good too with no dryness or itchiness.

RINGANA FRESH hair treatment – 125 ml – £21.17
This product is a multi-purpose product, containing inchi oil to help restore the hair’s natural protective layer. It also preserves colour, thanks to a special heat and colour complex with bamboo and turkey tail fungus. I used it as a conditioner and a hair mask and it is also great to use, mixed with a little water, to refresh curls between shampoos.

I knew it can take a while to adjust to natural shampoos, but my hair quickly got used to both products and looks so much better after 2 weeks. I was really pleased with the results, the products replenished moisture and helped to keep the dreaded the frizz away and my hair is definitely bouncier, shinier and all round healthier than it looked before.

The Austrian award-winning vegan, luxury skincare and supplements brand are quite new to the UK but based on the products The Review Studio have tried already we are confident they will do well! I can’t wait to try some more of their fantastic products!

Take a look at our other RINGANA reviews too

RINGANA Fresh Soap Review

RINGANA FRESH Tinted Moisturiser Review

KinKind

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KinKind have launched two new and improved shampoo and conditioner bars – NOURISH Me! shampoo and conditioner bars, now featuring argan oil alongside coconut oil for extra nourishment and hydration and to boost shine, protection, softness and elasticity.

Give Me STRENGTH! shampoo and conditioner bars, reformulated to include wheatgerm oil alongside cell stimulating rosemary oil, which will help boost strength and elasticity as well as strengthening the hair root and follicles, adding body and fullness.

The brand’s range of moisturiser bars have also undergone a reformulation and are now vegan-friendly – what’s more, the formula is now even more super soft and buttery, making them even easier to apply and glide over skin.

KinKind’s Make Me PAWSOME! Bar is the first dog shampoo in the UK to contain an odour neutralising pet-safe active ingredient that captures your dog’s odour rather than just masking with heavy fragrances, leaving your dog smelling fresh and clean. It also contains a gentler cleanser than bottled shampoo and is packed with coconut oil to leave your dog’s coat cleansed, conditioned and soft.

The bar format makes it super easy to wash your dog without the need to juggle bottles and lids – simply rub a small amount (the bar is super concentrated) directly onto your pet’s coat, lather and rinse. It can be used on puppies (lather in your hands first to dilute the concentration) and also on horses.

Rhyme & Reason Quench & Curl Review

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Rhyme & Reason are a haircare brand that’s passionate about creating products that are not only care for hair but are good for the planet too. Their products are vegan friendly, cruelty free, free of parabens and sulfate free and their bottles are designed to minimise plastic use. The rectangular shape of the bottle means they nestle together nicely, taking up less space in transit (and in my cupboard!) and as the bottles and caps are made from 100% recycled plastic they can be recycled together when empty.

I have shoulder length curly hair which is currently a bit unruly and frizzy so was really pleased to receive the Rhyme & Reason Quench and Curl shampoo and conditioner. Rhyme & Reason is a brand that I was aware of as it had been mentioned on a Curly Hair Facebook group I follow, but I hadn’t had the chance to try it yet so was quite excited to see whether it could tame my wild curls!

I found the shampoo to be a nice consistency, it produces a good lather which removed dirt and grime from my hair easily, leaving it feeling lovely and clean and tangle free. It has a lovely fragrance too.

The conditioner was rich and creamy and easy to apply to my hair, I left it on for about 3 minutes before scrunching it into my hair, helping to add moisture to my curls. I was surprised that it didn’t weigh my hair down, considering its thick, creamy texture and that it contains Shea Butter, but my hair seemed to love it and it detangled it like a dream.

After drying my hair, I was so pleased, my curls are tighter, bouncier and look lovely and defined. After switching to these products my hair looks in much better condition and looks so much shinier and healthy.

This is a fantastic duo, my hair feels moisturised from root to tip and my hair is bouncier and frizz free – fantastic!!

Available from Boots RRP £8.99

Palmer’s Coconut Oil Hair Care Range

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Palmer’s Coconut Oil Formula Hair Care Range works great for dry, damaged and colour treated hair.

Palmer’s Coconut Oil Formula Moisture Boost Shampoo locks in moisture from root to tip for hydrated, softer hair, is sulphate free, colour safe and gently cleanses. Now with 2x the coconut oil.

Palmer’s Coconut Oil Formula Moisture Boost Conditioner is for dry, damaged or colour treated hair + Tahitian monoi. Free of parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, gluten, and dyes. Now with 2x the coconut oil.

Palmer’s Coconut Oil Formula Moisture Boost Leave-In Conditioner is sulphate free, instantly detangles, resulting in easy styling, minimizes frizz and protects against styling damage. For dry, damaged or colour treated hair + Tahitian monoi. Now with 2x the coconut oil.

Palmer’s Coconut Oil Formula Moisture Boost Protein Pack is for dry, damaged or colour treated hair + Tahitian monoi. It locks in moisture from root to tip for hydrated, softer hair. Now with 2x the coconut oil.

This Summer treated your locks to some TLC with Palmer’s.