Perhaps I should have researched before buying my first shampoo bar, but alas I made an on the spot purchase of the Friendly Lavender and Tea Tree Shampoo Bar.
Shampoo (and of course conditioner) are in high demand in our teenage household, and so they are products I am keen to find greener alternatives for.
The Friendly Lavender and Tea Tree Shampoo Bar does have excellent green credentials, and not an ounce of plastic in its packaging; it is paraben, plastic, cruelty and palm oil free. Unfortunately, that is where the positives end for me.
I must admit to smelling it in the shop and not being completely convinced, but in my new wave of enthusiasm I put my reservations aside - it does smell like grandma's sock draw. Trying my best to ignore the sock draw smell, I had a go at using it this morning.
Tentatively I lathered up my bar, and gave my hair a wash. The bar lathered quite well and I tried not to use too much. My hair immediately became stiff and stuck to my head, like it was coated in something. The shampoo left my hair feeling terrible.
Having had such a bad experience I did take a quick look at on-line reviews for the product and found many others have had similar experiences. Some have mentioned persisting for a week or two (respect!), but then giving up. I have no intention of persisting for longer, but will look around for another version.
My daugher mentioned that Lush have some good shampoo bars, and first glance at on-line reviews do look more positive, so maybe that is my next stop! Any recommendations gratefully received :)
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