Soulflower Sandalwood Geranium Shampoo Bar Review

Soulflower Sandalwood Geranium Shampoo Bar Review

By Supriya

Hello ladies,
Ok, those of you have dry, rough hair raise your hands? And now those who are suffering from hair fall and hair thinning, raise your hands? Ahh... I know many hands will be raised. All hair problems in one, and you can take the perfect example of my hair. Dry, thin, dull and breakage. Consulted dermats, hair specialists, ayurvedic doctors, gobbled down medicines like food for months and applied all the tinctures and connotations, but the hair quality won't budge to improve.
             I was so irritated and bugged up with comments from relatives about the deteriorating quality of my hair and the hair thinning that showed up my scalp from a distance. In desperate need of some quick fix, I started searching the internet, found many waste as well as useful tips. In my quest, I came to know the harmful chemicals in our shampoos and conditioners that lead to hair fall and hair thinning and came across some organic brands for my hair.
        I know you are bored to death by my story and to quickly come to the point, today I am going to review one miracle of a product for hair, which I discovered (!) in my search – Soulflower Sandalwood Geranium Shampoo Bar. Soulflower shampoo bars remind me of those old shikakai bars that my grandmother (maternal) used to use on her hair. She had a thick long mane. After doing some research, I bought two soap bars from Soulflower.

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Product Description:
All those with dry, flyaway, scanty hair, throw out your hats.Dry hair looks dull, tangles easily & can become easily split at the ends. You need essential oils that stimulate the sebaceous glands in the scalp to produce more oil. Sandalwood & Geranium do that & more! They also work as an antidepressant on the emotional level, soothing anxiety & stress. Jojoba & almond oils nourish hair & it will regain its elasticity, leaving it soft, shiny & with far more body. Formulated to gently clean your hair as well has hands, face & body -- especially convenient when traveling. They're safe for chemical treated, coloured, children’s hair.


Price: Rs. 250/- for 150gm


Key Ingredients:
Geranium & sandalwood essential oils, jojoba oil, almond oil, shikaki, aloevera, Vitamin E, glycerin & aqua, permitted edible color & aroma, saponified oils of olive, coconut, castor, palm & palm kernel.


Ingredient Benefits:
1. Sandalwood deep relaxes, has astringent, anti-inflammatory & antiseptic properties. Soothes a dry & irritated scalp.
2. Geranium essential oil calms & relaxes, prevents hair loss, helps to restore oil balance in the hair glands Jojoba oil..
3. Jojoba oil helps keep the hair moisturized so that it doesn’t break and can retain length.
4. Almond oil provides deep nourishment & moisture for dry locks, adds shine to dull hair, makes hair stronger & controls hair loss.
5. Aloevera gel has anti-inflammatory properties that keep your hair strong & healthy, stops hair fall. Makes hair shiny & healthy.
6. Shikakai (means fruit for hair) is a natural gentle conditioning agent for hair & scalp. Effective in combating dandruff & extremely gentle, working to not overly strip hair of its natural oils.


Usage Directions: Use Sandalwood Geranium Shampoo Bar for normal to dry hair. Rub the bar between your hands & apply the lather to your hair or rub the bar directly on your hair. Work the lather through & rinse as usual.

My Experience with Soulflower Sandalwood Geranium Shampoo Bar:

To put in very plain and simple... I love it. The shampoo bar has come as a savior for me. It cleanses well, the oils keep my hair from drying too much and about hair fall... it has drastically reduced. I am floored by this 100% vegan shampoo. The bar is red in color; though don't confuse it for emitting any rose aroma. I am completely flattered by the exotic natural ingredients of the soap. It’s very easy to apply. All you have to do is, rub the soap directly on your scalp or you can even lather it on your palms and apply. Doesn't tangle hair and leaves the hair with good volume. Also my hair fall has reduced. The soap lathers very well and I have generally not felt the usage of double application unless I have oiled my hair pre-wash.

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The bar claims to be safe for chemically treated hair, colored, children's hair. This is free from all the chemicals namely SLS, SLES, parabens etc. I now very carefully read ingredient list before buying any product for my hair.

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Since the bar is huge, I cut it into three pieces (recommended) for ease of use and to avoid wastage of product. I have completed using the bar and it lasted me for good three months with twice a week application.

Pros of Sandalwood Geranium Shampoo Bar:

• Aroma of the shampoo bar
• Lathers and cleans very well
• Does not require much quantity, even for oiled hair
• Will last easily for a long time
• The exotic list of ingredients
• Free from SLS/SLES and parabens

Cons of Sandalwood Geranium Shampoo Bar:

• Could not find any but only if they could lower their prices a bit, I would buy this in bulk! (hehe)

 

Makeup and Beauty Home Rating: 4.75/5 (-0.25 for the price, though not an issue with me!)


My Recommendation: Go grab it girls :)


Would I Repurchase Soulflower Sandalwood Geranium Shampoo Bar?: I will be buying this as long as the company keeps making it. I love and love this shampoo bar!

Have you tried the Soulflower Sandalwood Geranium Shampoo Bar?

 

The Nature's Co Sandalwood Hair Cleanser Cum Conditioner Review

The Nature's Co Sandalwood Hair Cleanser Cum Conditioner

Hello everyone,
Now I will be reviewing the Sandalwood Hair Cleanser Cum Conditioner from The Nature's co, one of my very favorite brand of natural products. This is one among the products from their Earthborne range which I have never tried before. TNC products always work great on my skin and hair and this one is no different. I have been waiting for months to grab a 'Shampoo cum Conditioner' to manage my frizzy hair. No! My hair is not always frizzy or unmanageable but it behaves strange in monsoons. In this irregular weather change, I wanted to use my conditioner after shampooing to make my hair stay manageable and free from split ends. This is okay for me but not 'every time' of course (Being a super lazy girl). So when I grabbed this Shampoo Cum Conditioner in my hand, that too from my favorite brand I was super excited to try it out. And sandalwood on hair? I have never used sandalwood products on my hair  till now so I was also curious to know how it would work. I have been using this product for past few days now and let my review show you all my experience with this product. Go ahead and read below!

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Product Description:
Repairs dry, damaged & Chemically treated hair; Cleanses & Conditions; Nourishes & Moisturizes.
Give life back to your dry, damaged chemically treated hair with the goodness of this 2 in 1 Sandalwood shampoo and conditioner. It nourishes and moisturizes your hair deeply and forms a protective barrier for further damage resulting in soft, lustrous and manageable tresses throughout the day. Apply a small amount & gently massage into the hair & scalp area. Rinse with warm water & repeat if necessary

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Price and Quantity: Rs.895 for 250ml


Ingredients:
Each 100g Contains:

• Santalum Album (Sandal) wood extract - 2.5%
• Aloe Barbadensis (Aloevera) Plant extract - 2.0%
• Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) seed oil - 1.5%
• W/S Base, Aroma, Natural Preservatives Q.S

Note: Products made using natural hill spring water.


Shelf life: 17 months approx.

My Experience with The Nature's Co Sandalwood Hair Cleanser Cum Conditioner 

Packaging: This shampoo is packed in a square top, rectangular shaped transparent plastic bottle with a dark brown sturdy flip type cap. Most of  the The Nature's Co products such as the shower gels, body lotions and hair cleansers come in a similar kind of packaging. But somehow, I am liking this kinda packaging a lot. This is a very travel friendly product as it is sturdy and fits anywhere easily in my luggage. There is no leakage or spillage. Even though I have dropped the bottle 2-3 times still now :P it doesn't seem to crack or leak. A small pamphlet which is carrying the ingredient benefits of the product is tied on the neck of this shampoo bottle; and it looks absolutely natural. (Sorry :P I have missed that tiny pamphlet somewhere!)

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Color, Consistency & Fragrance: I expected this shampoo to be thick and creamy as it claims to be formulated for dry and damaged hair but surprisingly it has a very thin and runny consistency. The shampoo is light beige in color and has a wonderful mild sandalwood fragrance. It is not that 'scented sandalwood' fragrance which many local toilet soaps carry but a pure, divine sandalwood fragrance that would be even soothing for sensitive noses.

How it works: To be frank, I was a little disappointed at first when I observed the consistency of this shampoo. It is thin and runny. I thought that only heavy, creamy conditioners and masques would help dry hair to be manageable but this shampoo proved me wrong :) This shampoo lathers excellently and washes out without leaving any residue on my scalp. I did not use a separate conditioner after shampooing my hair as this is itself a shampoo cum conditioner. I had a relaxing bathing experience with its very natural sandalwood fragrance. And after I blow dried my hair, Whoa! It has turned really smooth and manageable. As claimed, this shampoo gave me a lustrous, soft and manageable hair. More than the softness, my hair looked very shiny and healthy. I have used many shampoos and conditioner till now, but this shampoo gave me ultimate effects without even using a separate conditioner. The result I got with this shampoo is definitely greater than the results I got when I used some other shampoo with its conditioner. I am a regular shampoo user and hence this would really prevent my hair becoming dry :) I am impressed of this shampoo very much and this is now my holy grail shampoo too. The fragrance lasts on my hair for a long time and my hair did not turn limp the next day of hair wash too. This is a miracle shampoo I have ever came across and I am totally in love with it now! This shampoo will suit every hair type in my guess.

Pros of The Nature's Co Sandalwood Hair Cleanser Cum Conditioner 

• Neat, easy to use and travel friendly packaging
• Cleanses out hair and scalp very well without leaving any residue behind
• Lathers very well and get rinsed out quickly
• My hair feels soft after using this shampoo every time
• There is no need to use a conditioner separately
• It gave my hair an glossy shine which I loved the most!
• Smells divine; it has a pure sandalwood smell
• It doesn't leave hair dry or limp, but perfectly shiny, soft and clean
• This shampoo is suitable for all hair types
• SLS free and paraben free
• A single bottle will last for 1 and half months with daily usage 

Cons of The Nature's Co Sandalwood Hair Cleanser Cum Conditioner 

• I said that it has become my Holy Grail shampoo now; hence I have no big con to mention. However the price is a bit steep. But when comparing to the results, I do not really mind the price for a natural, really working SLS free and paraben free hair cleanser cum conditioner.

Makeup and Beauty Home Rating: 5/5


Recommendation: Grab one for sure if you don't mind the price! You can skip your conditioner but still can have a frizz free, flying hair with this shampoo. This Sandalwood hair cleanser might become your HG one too.


Would I Repurchase?: No doubt! I am picking it all the time until I find a better one. This is an excellent Shampoo cum Conditioner for lazy girls like me :P

Have you tried The Nature's Co Sandalwood Hair Cleanser Cum Conditioner?

Product send by the brand for consideration; honest review as usual.

How to Make Shikakai Hair Wash Powder at Home?

Day before yesterday, we checked about the making of homemade hair wash cream, with a base 'shikakai powder'. Many of you asked about the shikakai recipe as it is not available ready made in most of your cities. Finally, here comes the shikakai recipe of my mom. She has been using this shikakai hair wash powder for ages to maintain and pamper her hair. I guess you all would have seen my mom's hair. If not, go to this post. Believe me, she is really 54 and has no gray hairs :) I am the first person to be jealous of her long black hair. Okay, let us move on to the shikakai powder recipe now. All you need are few natural ingredients and some patience.

Things you will need:

• Shikakai - 1/2 kg
• Fenugreek - 1/4 kg
• Greem Gram - 1/4 kg
• Curry Leaves - 1 bunch
• Tulsi Leaves - 1 bunch
• Reetha - 100gm

Ingredient Benefits on Hair

  

 Shikakai

• Contains abundant amounts of Vitamin C and D which are essential for good hair health.
• Provides enough nourishment to the hair follicles with its micro nutrients.
• Doesn't strip of the natural oils from hair.

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Fenugreek [Methi]

• Contains nicotinic acid and proteins to nourish hair roots.
• Replenishes dry and damaged hair to add the bounce. 
• Replaces the store bought hair conditioners.

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Green Gram [Mung Bean]

• Rich in B vitamins and Proteins. Nourishes damages hair and prevents split ends.
• Cleanses scalp gently without stripping off excess moisture and promotes hair growth.

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  Curry Leaves

• Adds a natural shine to hair and prevent tangles.
• Controls and cures premature gray hairs.

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Tulsi Leaves [Basil]

• Cools down the body to prevent hair fall due to heat.
• Helps in removing dandruff and lice.
• Reduces hair fall and thickens the hair.

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Reetha [Soap Nut]

• Provides the lathering effect and cleanses out excess oil.
• Removes dirt and other impurities from the scalp well.

 

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There are no such hard steps in the preparation. Just make all the ingredients dry in hot sun for 12 hours. Make it two sunny days and part it to two 6 hours. When the mixture is completely dry and crisp, grind it to fine powder and your shikakai hair wash powder is ready for use. This can be stored in a clean and dry container for months. Regular use gives you a gorgeous healthy hair. One can simply mix this shikakai powder with some water to make a paste and use it instead of your shampoo or make a homemade hair wash cream recipe for more shinier hair, with this powder as a base.

Optional ingredients such as rose petal powder and hibiscus flower petal powder can be added for a pleasing fragrance and lustrous shiny hair. Share your views about this shikakai powder recipe and let us know if you have any experience or idea about this. In case of doubts on preparation, do drop a comment!

How to Make Your Hair Wash Cream at Home - Photo Tutorial

As soon as summer begins, our hair starts getting damaged by the harmful UV rays and heat. Due to this, daily hair wash becomes necessary in every person's hair care routine. We face split ends, oiliness, dandruff, sweating and many other hair ailments due to regular shampooing. Today, I am going to show you the steps of making your own hair wash cream at home easily. In this recipe, shika is used as a base. Shika is a natural made hair wash powder, widely used in India. You can make your own at home or get a ready made pack from your nearest shop. This hair wash cream is suitable for all hair types, however a little alteration would be needed to make it suit your hair. Usage of this hair cream instead of your regular shampoo not only acts as a natural side effect free hair cleaner, but also adds a perfect shine and smoothness to your hair. Let us move on to the recipe now.

Things you will need:

1. Shika Powder - 2 teaspoons
2. Curd - Required
3. Hair oil - 3 drops

Instructions

Step 1

Take a small clean bowl and add 2 teaspoons of  homemade or store bought shika powder into it. I am using the Meera herbal hair wash powder here.

Step 2

Pour required curd to the shika powder. Curd acts as a natural hair conditioner and adds shine to dull hair, hence you can skip your conditioner.

Step 3

Blend well to form a thick paste.

Step 4

Now add 3 drops of any light hair oil to this paste for a nourishing effect on your hair. Make sure to avoid thick oils like castor oil and go for thin filtered oils, because they may weigh down your hair. I have used a thin hair oil from Garnier. If your hair type is extremely oily, then skip this step and add few drops of lemon juice to the cream.

Step  5

Now mix all the ingredients well and keep the bowl inside your refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes. This process allows the ingredients to mix well together and gives a smooth soaked shika hair cream.

That's all. Your homemade hair wash cream is ready for use now. You can apply it on your wet hair soon after taking out from the refrigerator for a cooling and relaxing effect. This hair wash cream cools down your body, refreshes your eyes and prevents summer acne. However, allow it to warm in room temperature before using if you have cold body type.

The texture of the cream should be normal to runny for a perfect application. This doesn't lather much as your shampoo but thoroughly cleanses out all the dirt and oiliness. Plenty of water should be used to wash out the cream thoroughly. Make sure to choose a fine shika powder to avoid residues.

Texture of the Homemade Hair Wash Cream

 I have been using this homemade hair wash for ages and it gives great results on my hair every time. My hair turns visibly shinier and smoother after every usage. I can also feel my hair growth faster than before as there is less hair loss. This above preparation is made for my sister and I will be washing my hair tomorrow with this homemade hair wash cream.

"Hope you find this hair wash recipe useful. Submit your sweet opinions and comments below in the comment section. In case of doubts, feel free to ask!