Hydrate Shampoo Pureology 250 ml

The good: It's an effective shampoo for my medium-coarse, slightly frizzy hair, without the dreaded SLS. If you've ever tried an SLS-free shampoo before you'll know that they're not always the most effective at cleansing and removing hair styling products/build-up! And the bad? It makes my scalp itchy after a few uses, especially if I use, rinse and repeat. It's also full of chemicals, despite no SLS, and yet also has some good botanicals thrown in which is confusing.... It's like the best and worst of both worlds. The (also) good: It's a vegan-friendly product, the shampoo itself has quite a luxurious texture, gives a nice tingling sensation as you apply and I really like the minty-citrus fragrance in here. It also doesn't strip my hair color whatsoever, if ... MoreThe good: It's an effective shampoo for my medium-coarse, slightly frizzy hair, without the dreaded SLS. If you've ever tried an SLS-free shampoo before you'll know that they're not always the most effective at cleansing and removing hair styling products/build-up! And the bad? It makes my scalp itchy after a few uses, especially if I use, rinse and repeat. It's also full of chemicals, despite no SLS, and yet also has some good botanicals thrown in which is confusing.... It's like the best and worst of both worlds. The (also) good: It's a vegan-friendly product, the shampoo itself has quite a luxurious texture, gives a nice tingling sensation as you apply and I really like the minty-citrus fragrance in here. It also doesn't strip my hair color whatsoever, if anything it brings out the best in my highlights. If it wasn't for the itchiness I would definitely continue using this, not least because it's probably the priciest shampoo I've ever picked up!~ My Sephora Top 7 must-have list ~(My top 7 must-have beauty products of all time, focusing mainly on my purchases at Sephora)1. Hair Loss Treatment: ‘Divine Herbal’ - Hair Oil2. Shampoo: 'Sephora Collection' - Deep Cleaning Shampoo3. Face Mask: ‘Peter Thomas Roth’ – Pumpkin Enzyme Mask4. Pigmentation + Anti-Aging Serum: ‘Divine Herbal’ - Facial Treatment Serum5. Face Scrub: ‘Sisley' - Botanical Gentle Buffing Cream6. Lip Balm: ‘Nuxe’ – Reve De Miel Lip Balm7. Lip Liner: ‘Sephora Collection' - Rouge Gel Lip Liner

Awesome shampoo!

I usually do not leave reviews, but I was so impressed by this product that I couldn’t be quiet. After only using cheap shampoos bought at the grocery store for my whole life, my hair got absolutely destroyed even though my hair is not even dyed. I do use the blow dryer and a hair straightener, though, and I knew that my hair needed extra protection of a nice shampoo. My hair just needed help. I decided to start buying different ones until I understood which one works the best for me, and it was the first one I tested (ordered from Pureology). After using it for three months, I absolutely fell in love with it. It made my hair look healthy almost immediately, after just a couple of washes! I was quite impressed! However, this will not be my forever choice. I am very ... MoreI usually do not leave reviews, but I was so impressed by this product that I couldn’t be quiet. After only using cheap shampoos bought at the grocery store for my whole life, my hair got absolutely destroyed even though my hair is not even dyed. I do use the blow dryer and a hair straightener, though, and I knew that my hair needed extra protection of a nice shampoo. My hair just needed help. I decided to start buying different ones until I understood which one works the best for me, and it was the first one I tested (ordered from Pureology). After using it for three months, I absolutely fell in love with it. It made my hair look healthy almost immediately, after just a couple of washes! I was quite impressed! However, this will not be my forever choice. I am very grateful for this shampoo and how healthy my hair looks now, however, funny enough, for some reason, I always thought that my hair is pretty thick. Oh well, over time, after doing a huge research, I realized that I have fine hair. This shampoo was still too heavy for me, and that is why I decided to try out Pureology Hydrate Sheer one I was given as a sample. And omg, it works just as great and makes my hair look gorgeous, but it is lightweight, which makes my hair have an amazing volume. That is why if you have flat and close to fine/fine hair and this specific product did not work for you the best or made your hair super oily, do not give up! Maybe you are just not sure what your hair type is like I did not! Super grateful for this shampoo!

BEWARE: HAIR LOSS (AND ITCHING)

Tried this product because it's so popular and well rated. I saw a couple reviews that mentioned hair loss but ignored them because of the overwhelming amount of positive reviews. Purchased this in May and started using it more regularly in the past few months. My hair started shedding out of nowhere and it did not occur to me it was the shampoo (I also have the conditioner). I was not shampooing frequently but decided to shampoo more often (and more vigorously) to hopefully help the situation. Of course it only got worse. A couple weeks ago I realized the hair in certain areas is much thinner. Yesterday, my daughter was playing with my hair and semi-jokingly asked if I was balding. Then last night after a shampoo, the itching was worse than it ever has been. I ... MoreTried this product because it's so popular and well rated. I saw a couple reviews that mentioned hair loss but ignored them because of the overwhelming amount of positive reviews. Purchased this in May and started using it more regularly in the past few months. My hair started shedding out of nowhere and it did not occur to me it was the shampoo (I also have the conditioner). I was not shampooing frequently but decided to shampoo more often (and more vigorously) to hopefully help the situation. Of course it only got worse. A couple weeks ago I realized the hair in certain areas is much thinner. Yesterday, my daughter was playing with my hair and semi-jokingly asked if I was balding. Then last night after a shampoo, the itching was worse than it ever has been. I remembered that there might have been some Sephora review warnings when I first purchased it so I checked here and also googled this product plus hair loss and realized others are having the same experience. I wish I would have heeded the original warnings. To spend good money to buy a product people seem to love, only to have it wreck your hair is quite the irony. (Not to mention, what "hydration"?) One person speculated there are two ingredients that causes allergic reactions, and some have said the company ownership might have changed. I have no idea and am mot suggesting it's either - but I definitely wish I'd never purchased. My hair was in great shape and now it's a much thinner rat's nest. Will never use another Pureology product again. I can only hope it grows back.

Like putting Icy Hot on your head

Not a fan, although it does seem like lots of others like it.You should know that it has an extremely strong smell of essentials oils, which most people love, but they bother me really badly. This, of course, isn't mentioned in the product description.The other "minty" scent is akin to putting Icy Hot on your head. And it WILL leave your neck feeling like that's what you put on it for quite a while after your shower.As far as moisturizing, I didn't find the conditioner to be any more effective than any other deeply moisturizing conditioner in its class. The shampoo, however, does seem more moisturizing than some, but not others.I am reposting this review to the conditioner product as well.

Makes my hair fall out in clumps

I just bought a second bottle of both the shampoo and condition. It really makes my hair soft and smooth and feels more hydrated... BUT, what I didn't quite make the connection on at first was that it also makes my hair fall out. With the first bottle I definitely had more hair loss in the shower and was a little alarmed, but figured I have dry, brittle hair, which is why I bough this product in the first place. Well, before my order for the second bottle arrived, I went back to using Olaplex (great shampoo, but not really hydrating) and I immediately (like the first use) had almost no hair in the drain. I continued using the Olaplex for the next few weeks even after the Pureology Hydrate shampoo arrived. Same result with minimal hair loss and breakage. This week I ... MoreI just bought a second bottle of both the shampoo and condition. It really makes my hair soft and smooth and feels more hydrated... BUT, what I didn't quite make the connection on at first was that it also makes my hair fall out. With the first bottle I definitely had more hair loss in the shower and was a little alarmed, but figured I have dry, brittle hair, which is why I bough this product in the first place. Well, before my order for the second bottle arrived, I went back to using Olaplex (great shampoo, but not really hydrating) and I immediately (like the first use) had almost no hair in the drain. I continued using the Olaplex for the next few weeks even after the Pureology Hydrate shampoo arrived. Same result with minimal hair loss and breakage. This week I went back to the Pureology for the extra hydration and my hair came out in clumps again. It was like a small animal died in my shower drain. I tried once more today and more big clumps again, so I know it's the shampoo. I'll never use it again, which is too bad because it does hydrate the hair, or I should say, the hair I have left.

Only shampoo I use

The more gray hair I get, the harder it is to keep hair moisturized. This is the only shampoo that does NOT make my hair feel like straw. Its soft, full and manageable. Downside.. its very expensive compared to the other higher end salon shampoos. Still it is worth every penny for soft, manageable hair.However, Two things I've noticed since Redkin bought out the Purology brand is that it is not as concentrated and the smell is medicinal. Previously, 1 bottle would last around 9-10 months. Now it only lasts 3-4 months washing 2-3 times per week. Also, it used to smell so beautiful. I would always get compliments on the smell of my hair. Now it smell medicinal and the scent is different from the matching conditioner which smells like tea tree oil. Makes zero sense ... MoreThe more gray hair I get, the harder it is to keep hair moisturized. This is the only shampoo that does NOT make my hair feel like straw. Its soft, full and manageable. Downside.. its very expensive compared to the other higher end salon shampoos. Still it is worth every penny for soft, manageable hair.However, Two things I've noticed since Redkin bought out the Purology brand is that it is not as concentrated and the smell is medicinal. Previously, 1 bottle would last around 9-10 months. Now it only lasts 3-4 months washing 2-3 times per week. Also, it used to smell so beautiful. I would always get compliments on the smell of my hair. Now it smell medicinal and the scent is different from the matching conditioner which smells like tea tree oil. Makes zero sense to not have the scents match. Still despite all that, i love the way it makes my hair feel. Therefore, i will continue to fork over the money for this shampoo

Still Recovering

I decided to buy this shampoo after reading all the good reviews. However, I wish I never purchased this shampoo along with the conditioner. For reference, I have long, wavy, low porosity hair. I struggle with an oily scalp, frizziness, dry ends because of my hair type.I used this shampoo ONCE and my hair was ruined. My beautiful waves ended up looking like crumpled paper and ran over. My hair was extremely dry and frizzy, which is upsetting because this shampoo is supposed to be hydrating. I guess not. It also left a thick, sticky residue on my hair. I saw a couple reviews sharing that same experience so I made sure to spend extra time rinsing the product off only for it to stay on. Also, I made sure to follow directions and only used the amount marked by the ... MoreI decided to buy this shampoo after reading all the good reviews. However, I wish I never purchased this shampoo along with the conditioner. For reference, I have long, wavy, low porosity hair. I struggle with an oily scalp, frizziness, dry ends because of my hair type.I used this shampoo ONCE and my hair was ruined. My beautiful waves ended up looking like crumpled paper and ran over. My hair was extremely dry and frizzy, which is upsetting because this shampoo is supposed to be hydrating. I guess not. It also left a thick, sticky residue on my hair. I saw a couple reviews sharing that same experience so I made sure to spend extra time rinsing the product off only for it to stay on. Also, I made sure to follow directions and only used the amount marked by the cap, lathered it well between my hands, and then massages my scalp. But still, it was just disastrous.A high price tag doesn’t guarantee quality, that’s for sure. The high ratings are shocking to me. I wish I never took the risk. I’ve washed my hair 3 times since then with my regular shampoo and I’m still recovering and dealing with the effects of this awful product.

Super indifferent about it!

Ive been using living proof for a while and wanted to try something new. I got these half off during the hair sale. I shampoo around 2-3 times a week and oil my hair weekly. I haven't switched up anything in my haircare routine in a while except for trying these.First it does have a scent to it kind of minty like and it sure feels like it on your scalp. I actually really enjoyed how the shampoo lathered in comparison to living proof! But I noticed that it dried out my scalp like crazy which I never had an issue with because of how often I oil my scalp.The conditioner was okay too, I have naturally thick wavy/curly hair (maybe around 2c/3a in some spots). I wish it had my slip to it, but I'm still on the hunt for a thick hydrating conditioner.The only reason I ... MoreIve been using living proof for a while and wanted to try something new. I got these half off during the hair sale. I shampoo around 2-3 times a week and oil my hair weekly. I haven't switched up anything in my haircare routine in a while except for trying these.First it does have a scent to it kind of minty like and it sure feels like it on your scalp. I actually really enjoyed how the shampoo lathered in comparison to living proof! But I noticed that it dried out my scalp like crazy which I never had an issue with because of how often I oil my scalp.The conditioner was okay too, I have naturally thick wavy/curly hair (maybe around 2c/3a in some spots). I wish it had my slip to it, but I'm still on the hunt for a thick hydrating conditioner.The only reason I ended up returning was because I was noticing immense hair loss like never before. I was losing so much in the shower, whenever I brushed, or even pulled my hair up. I brought it up to my hair dresser and she said she personally didn't feel like I was shedding more and that with the seasons changing and it's summer it can be normal to shed more than usual, but to keep an eye on it.I looked at the reviews and some stories on Reddit and seems like some people have hair loss with this. My boyfriend bought the travel size to try out and he isn't experiencing hair loss to his knowledge.I would say try it out because every one's hair and scalp is different and can react differently! For some people I know it works wonders and makes their hair look sooo good but personally didn't work for me. I hope this helped for people on the fence :)

Terrible Itchy Greasy Scalp

I originally bought the sample sizes of this shampoo and the conditioner. I was excited to try them because of the great reviews and the hype that it was supposed to be great for your hair. The shampoo felt high quality out of the bottle and this shampoo did lather really well but even shampooing 2-3 times with this product my hair did not feel clean. I even have used a clarifying shampoo and treatment along with other shampoos and then gone back to these products but every time my scalp gets extremely irritated and greasy with A LOT of buildup after 2 days since washing. Normally i can go at least 4 days before feeling that way with other shampoo. I feel these products are way too expensive to provide these results. Im happy i got the sample size and then was able ... MoreI originally bought the sample sizes of this shampoo and the conditioner. I was excited to try them because of the great reviews and the hype that it was supposed to be great for your hair. The shampoo felt high quality out of the bottle and this shampoo did lather really well but even shampooing 2-3 times with this product my hair did not feel clean. I even have used a clarifying shampoo and treatment along with other shampoos and then gone back to these products but every time my scalp gets extremely irritated and greasy with A LOT of buildup after 2 days since washing. Normally i can go at least 4 days before feeling that way with other shampoo. I feel these products are way too expensive to provide these results. Im happy i got the sample size and then was able to return the unused full size ones i bought with a coupon. Extemely disappointed in these products!

stripped hair color - formula change?

I have a love-hate relationship with Pureology shampoos. I've loved the way they make my hair feel, but really don't like the scent. My hair is thick and wavy, long (~shoulder blade length), and becoming increasingly coarse as I go grey (currently about 40-50%). The underlayer is bleached and dyed with demi-permanent fantasy colors, and the top layer is dyed with demi-permanent natural colors and toned. This is one of the only shampoo and conditioner combos that makes my hair feel truly hydrated and soft. However, after recently swallowing my pride and buying it again, I've noticed that it's stripping out my hair color. Just two washes after a fresh dye job, my hair color looks like it hasn't been touched up in months; it's the kind of performance you'd expect from ... MoreI have a love-hate relationship with Pureology shampoos. I've loved the way they make my hair feel, but really don't like the scent. My hair is thick and wavy, long (~shoulder blade length), and becoming increasingly coarse as I go grey (currently about 40-50%). The underlayer is bleached and dyed with demi-permanent fantasy colors, and the top layer is dyed with demi-permanent natural colors and toned. This is one of the only shampoo and conditioner combos that makes my hair feel truly hydrated and soft. However, after recently swallowing my pride and buying it again, I've noticed that it's stripping out my hair color. Just two washes after a fresh dye job, my hair color looks like it hasn't been touched up in months; it's the kind of performance you'd expect from a clarifying shampoo designed to strip color. Totally unacceptable from a prestige brand product labeled color-safe, and a huge disappointment. It makes me wonder if the formula has changed, because I don't recall this ever being an issue.