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Avalon Organics Shampoo, Thickening, Biotin B-Complex 14 fl oz (414 ml)

 
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Avalon Organics Shampoo, Thickening, Biotin B-Complex, 14 fl oz
 
4.2

(based on 131 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (79)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (23)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (10)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (10)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (9)

86%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Cleans thoroughly (82)
  • Improves hair health (74)
  • Gentle (65)
  • Lathers well (58)
  • Great smell (43)

Cons

  • Doesn't work (8)
  • Smells bad (8)
  • Doesn't lather well (7)
  • Dries hair out (5)

Best Uses

  • Fine hair (60)
  • Daily use (46)
  • Oily hair (20)
  • Curly hair (13)
  • Thick hair (11)
    • Hair Type:
    • Straight hair (59), Wavy hair (36), Very curly hair (9)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Survivalist / minimalist (45), Beauty conscious (43), Product junkie (8)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Wonderful Organic Shampoo!

Some people have complained about the smell but I love rosemary and that's what you smell. I like it because it isn't too floral in smell and is more along the lines of a pine-like...Read complete review

Some people have complained about the smell but I love rosemary and that's what you smell. I like it because it isn't too floral in smell and is more along the lines of a pine-like smell. Best of all, this shampoo does not give me little red bumps on my scalp. No more itchy scalp. My hair is no longer falling out - less in my brush. And it feels thicker, stronger, and is shiny. I recommend it highly. I don't use anything else and always have 2 bottles of shampoo and conditioner in stock in case it is out of stock (which it was a few months ago).

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

tried two bottles - not great

I have thin/thinning hair and I read the reviews and decided to try this shampoo after my hair stylist recommended that I find a shampoo/conditioner with biotin that might make my hair more ...Read complete review

I have thin/thinning hair and I read the reviews and decided to try this shampoo after my hair stylist recommended that I find a shampoo/conditioner with biotin that might make my hair more full. I wanted a shampoo without SLS, so I tried this one. It was very hard to get my hair clean and my scalp was left feeling oily and itchy. After trying to be very patient and going through a whole bottle of the shampoo/conditioner and then trying again with the next set I had to give up. I was getting scalp acne (even though I carefully wash my scalp) because it wasn't cleaning my hair and scalp enough and my head itched so badly I had to start using tea tree oil shampoo just to be able to sleep on my pillow without feeling itchy prickles all over. I think I developed an allergy to one or more of the ingredients or maybe it's just because it couldn't clean my hair. I switched back to Kiss My Face, and my hair is clean and scalp are clean again albeit a little dry (will I ever find the perfect shampoo?). Also, there was no improvement in hair loss or regrowth or fullness after months of being doggedly loyal to Avalon Organics' "thickening" shampoo/conditioner. Of course, Kiss My Face doesn't regrow hair either, at least it doesn't leave me with an itchy, oily scalp.

P.S. It smells kinda like medicine, and when you first get in the shower (after previously using this shampoo/conditioner) and start rinsing your dry hair, it smells like wet dog.

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5.0

REALLY DOES WONDERS FOR THINNING HAIR

By Mama Mia

from Englewood, Florida

describe yourself Minimalist

Pros

  • Adds Shine
  • Adds Volume
  • Cleans Thoroughly
  • Gentle
  • Great Smell
  • Improves Hair Health
  • Lathers Well

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Thinner Hair

    Comments about Avalon Organics Shampoo, Thickening, Biotin B-Complex, 14 fl oz:

    I have gotten great results with this product and use it sparingly twice a week - I always get compliments, people think I have had hair extensions or something done, but it's just that this shampoo (together with the conditioner) does an excellent job of making my thin hair look thicker, fuller and just plain great.

    • Hair Type:
    • Straight Hair

    Comment on this review

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    I can't live without it anymore!

    By Vickylondres

    from Albuquerque, NM

    describe yourself Beauty Conscious

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Adds Volume
    • Cleans Thoroughly
    • Great Smell
    • Improves Hair Health

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Problematic Thinning Hair

      Comments about Avalon Organics Shampoo, Thickening, Biotin B-Complex, 14 fl oz:

      A little background first:
      - I'm 41
      - my hair is long, wavy, fine/medium texture, slightly oily scalp
      - I live in the desert in New Mexico, but my hair started thinning some 10 years ago while living in rainy London, UK.
      It works! As far as thinning hair is concerned, all I want is to keep my strands on top of my head, not on the floor, the pillow, around the bathtub. I've been to several doctors and the cause for my thinning hair is hormonal imbalance. Oral contraceptives were the only medication that helped, but now, trying to get pregnant, I had to stop with contraceptives and hair was falling all over the house again.
      I bought this shampoo but really skeptical of its effectiveness. And lots of reviews complained about the smell. What I found out is:
      - it has a fresh, herbal scent. I like it. It's a matter of taste only.
      - as it's a treatment shampoo, I prefer to leave it on for a few minutes before rinsing out. I shampoo twice: first and very quickly using a deep cleanse Neutrogena shampoo. Then I apply Avalon, wrap my hair in a bun, and go about my shower routine, soap, shaving, whatever. I only rinse it out after at least 5 minutes. It gives a nice tingling sensation while it's on. Then I rinse it really well, apply a deep conditioner only to the length of my hair, and rinse it abundantly, with tepid/cold water. Whoever has thinning hair should NEVER wash it with hot water.
      It works for me. Hair feels fuller, shinier and manageable. Use a gentle wooden comb, specially while it still damp. The difference is clearly noticeable.

      • Hair Type:
      • Wavy Hair

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      3.0

      Good stuff!

      By Jude

      from Seattle, WA

      describe yourself Minimalist

      See all my reviews

      Pros

      • Adds Volume
      • Cleans Thoroughly
      • Gentle
      • Lathers Well

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Thinner Hair

        Comments about Avalon Organics Shampoo, Thickening, Biotin B-Complex, 14 fl oz:

        Finally my baby fine, thinning hair seems thicker and has some volume!

        • Hair Type:
        • Straight Hair

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        5.0

        absolutely love it.

        By Julbug

        from Syracuse, NY

        describe yourself Beauty Conscious

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Cleans Thoroughly
        • Great Smell
        • Improves Hair Health

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Daily Use
          • Oily Hair
          • Thinner Hair

          Comments about Avalon Organics Shampoo, Thickening, Biotin B-Complex, 14 fl oz:

          Love the ckean fresh scent. Love the way me hair smells/feels after using. Also usually have a problem with static in the winter,but not at all with this product!!!

          • Hair Type:
          • Straight Hair

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          2.0

          does not work for my hair falling

          By yoyocc

          from Oxford, MS

          describe yourself Minimalist

          Pros

          • Gentle
          • Lathers Well

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Daily Use

            Comments about Avalon Organics Shampoo, Thickening, Biotin B-Complex, 14 fl oz:

            I bought this shampoo mainly because of the good reviews said it works for less falling hair. Well, it does not work for me. My hair still fall that much every day in the shower or comb it. I do not see any improvement of that.
            And I need to use a lot to wash my hair. More than the normal shampoo I used before.
            I also notice that my hair will get more oily look than I used the normal shampoo before.
            The smell is strong when open the bottle, but after when you wash your hair, rinse it off, you barely smell anything.

            Overall, it just a shampoo that can clean my hair when I use it a lot. It does not reduce my hair falling as it says. I probably will switch to another kind when I finish this bottle.

            • Hair Type:
            • Wavy Hair

            Comment on this review

            (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Love it!

            By tj

            from sc

            describe yourself Beauty Conscious

            See all my reviews

            Pros

            • Adds Volume
            • Improves Hair Health

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Daily Use
              • Thinner Hair

              Comments about Avalon Organics Shampoo, Thickening, Biotin B-Complex, 14 fl oz:

              Great! No more hair falling out in the shower - does what it's meant to do.

              • Hair Type:
              • Wavy Hair

              Comment on this review

              (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              2.0

              Does Not Work

              By AsianLady135

              from Ottawa, CA

              describe yourself Beauty Conscious

              Pros

              • Gentle

              Cons

              • Doesn't Lather Well
              • Dries Hair Out
              • Ineffective

              Best Uses

              • Oily Hair

              Comments about Avalon Organics Shampoo, Thickening, Biotin B-Complex, 14 fl oz:

              First things first. I don't know if these are just bots posting reviews but all that stuff being said is false. I used the entire shampoo bottle of this product and it only caused extreme dryness and dandruff. I suggest people start reading ingredients of these products. Benzyl Alcohol dries the skin and Sodium Sulphate destroys hair follicles. Both are found in this shampoo and many commercial brands. Bottom line, It does not work. Best thing to do for hair restoration is watch your nutrition and use food.

              • Hair Type:
              • Straight Hair

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              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Excellent Hair Thickening Shampoo

              By lori from Hastings

              from Hastings, MN

              describe yourself Beauty Conscious

              See all my reviews

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Adds Volume
              • Cleans Thoroughly
              • Gentle
              • Great Smell
              • Improves Hair Health
              • Lathers Well

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Oily Hair
                • Thinner Hair

                Comments about Avalon Organics Shampoo, Thickening, Biotin B-Complex, 14 fl oz:

                After menopause I found that my hair lost much of its fullness and body. I tried this shampoo to see if it could make a difference and was gratefully surprised to see and feel results after the first use. It lathers well, makes my hair feel clean and provides fullness and volume that had been lacking. I would highly recommend this product to anyone wanting to add volume to hair.

                • Hair Type:
                • Straight Hair

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                5.0

                Great natural product!

                By Jim the Runner

                from Way up north

                describe yourself Minimalist

                See all my reviews

                Pros

                • Cleans Thoroughly
                • Gentle
                • Great Smell
                • Improves Hair Health

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Daily Use
                  • Thinner Hair

                  Comments about Avalon Organics Shampoo, Thickening, Biotin B-Complex, 14 fl oz:

                  I use this and follow with their biotin conditioner. Does exactly what I want; cleans my hair and doesn't have sodium laureth sulfate, which will speed up the baulding process and damage the hair folicle with prolonged and daily use. Great for a runner who likes to keep hair from being greasy and shampoos daily.

                  • Hair Type:
                  • Straight Hair

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                  (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  Yep, it works.

                  By Charlotte

                  from Austin

                  See all my reviews

                  Pros

                  • Adds Shine
                  • Adds Volume
                  • Cleans Thoroughly
                  • Gentle
                  • Great Smell
                  • Improves Hair Health
                  • Lathers Well

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                      Comments about Avalon Organics Shampoo, Thickening, Biotin B-Complex, 14 fl oz:

                      I use the product daily, but it seems like I could skip a day, but haven't tried yet. I have used a full week. Immediately with one use, I thought my hair fell out less and the fullness of my hair was better. After about three times, my scalp stopped breaking out from being too dry. I like how emolient it is. A little goes a long way. I add water to distribute the suds in my long, below shoulder length hair. Each use has produced less fall out and at the crown where I would often feel a 'part,' it is staying filled in with hair. The smell is fresh and clean. The hair feels very clean after use. All around satisfied for a change with a product. Usually I don't have great results with claims on products, but finally this is one that works as it is suppose to work.

                      • Hair Type:
                      • Wavy Hair

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