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Desert Essence Shampoo, Fragrance Free 8 fl oz

 
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Desert Essence Shampoo, Fragrance Free, 8 fl oz
 
3.9

(based on 20 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (9)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (2)

83%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Cleans thoroughly (14)
  • Gentle (14)
  • Lathers well (12)
  • Adds shine (4)
  • Improves hair health (3)

Cons

  • Doesn't lather well (3)

Best Uses

  • Daily use (9)
  • Fine hair (4)
  • Oily hair (4)
    • Hair Type:
    • Straight hair (13), Wavy hair (5)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Survivalist / minimalist (12)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Glad I found this!

This shampoo and its matching conditioner have almost completely eliminated the painful itchiness on my scalp caused by what I now know is an allergy to the fragrance and scent found in most hair care ...Read complete review

This shampoo and its matching conditioner have almost completely eliminated the painful itchiness on my scalp caused by what I now know is an allergy to the fragrance and scent found in most hair care products. I use them every day on my shoulder length, wavy hair which is left soft and shiny. Both my scalp and my hair feel better than they have in at least 4 years. The shampoo is on the thin side, and I do have to use about one tablespoon of the conditioner, but these are minor inconveniences when compared with how well these products are working for me.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Nice Alternative, but needs more

I bought this to help replace my ordinary shampoo due to the harsh chemical ingredients (sulfates, detergents, preservatives, etc). I was ordering some other Desert Essence stuff, so I thought I would...Read complete review

I bought this to help replace my ordinary shampoo due to the harsh chemical ingredients (sulfates, detergents, preservatives, etc). I was ordering some other Desert Essence stuff, so I thought I would try this. Its an okay product. It is somewhat difficult to later, but I mix it with water which helps. It also has a pleasent smell. I should of bought the conditioner, since this stuff isn't very moisturizing alone. Overall, it does an okay job if you would probably use it along with the conditioner. Plus its FRAGRANCE-FREE! How often do you find that in a shampoo/conditioner? Give it a try if your interested!

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4.0

My "go to" shampoo

By AgaMama

from Clearwater, Florida

describe yourself Minimalist

Pros

  • Cleans Thoroughly
  • Gentle
  • Lathers Well

Cons

    Best Uses

      Comments about Desert Essence Shampoo, Fragrance Free, 8 fl oz:

      I was diagnosed with a sensitivity to fragrance and preservatives and now this is the only shampoo I can use.
      My hair has store bought semi-permanent color and this product does not strip away the color. It is a very gentle shampoo but does a great job cleansing hair. I don't use very many hair products so am not sure if it would cleanse out with only one application. May need to rinse and repeat.
      Overall this has been my saving grace as I cannot use any other shampoos because of all the additives.

      • Hair Type:
      • Straight Hair

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      5.0

      wonderful shampoo ... no scent!

      By Bobbi

      from Pa

      describe yourself Minimalist

      See all my reviews

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Adds Shine
      • Cleans Thoroughly
      • Gentle
      • Lathers Well

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Daily Use

        Comments about Desert Essence Shampoo, Fragrance Free, 8 fl oz:

        This shampoo lasts a long time and has great sudsing power.
        It rinses clean and has no smell. I am highly allergic to smells in products.
        They seem to all have some kind of odor.

        • Hair Type:
        • Straight Hair

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        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        3.0

        Ok

        By AZ

        from Phoenix, AZ

        See all my reviews

        Pros

        • Cleans Thoroughly
        • Lathers Well

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Oily Hair

          Comments about Desert Essence Shampoo, Fragrance Free, 8 fl oz:

          This stuff is ok, We have been using it for some time. Finding a natural (Vegetarian) shampoo without fragrance is tough. My biggest complaint is that it dries my hair and scalp out to the point of dry flakiness , the conditioner I can only use a very tiny amount or my scalp breaks out. I honestly prefer my home made baking soda shampoo and apple cider vinegar conditioner but I use this every once in a while for convenience and My Husband prefers it. Grateful that this is available but will switch if something better comes along. Oh and I also don't care for its smell. But it works for now.

          • Hair Type:
          • Straight Hair

          Comment on this review

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Truly Fragrance Free

          By Canary-in-the-mine

          from Joliet, IL

          describe yourself Minimalist

          Pros

          • Cleans Thoroughly
          • Gentle
          • Improves Hair Health

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Daily Use
            • Oily Hair
            • Thinner Hair

            Comments about Desert Essence Shampoo, Fragrance Free, 8 fl oz:

            I am VERY sensitive to odors and scents. So sometimes "fragrance free" cosmetics will still bother me. This shampoo is great. It lathers better than most the other additive-free shampoos. It may not give the same feel as drugstore shampoos, but it is certainly enough to feel as though your hair is thoroughly clean. Hair is a little difficult to comb through if you do not use a conditioner. But even my hairdresser is impressed with this product!

            • Hair Type:
            • Straight Hair

            Comment on this review

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Fantastic!

            By Brandee

            from VA

            Pros

            • Cleans Thoroughly

            Cons

              Best Uses

                Comments about Desert Essence Shampoo, Fragrance Free, 8 fl oz:

                During this pregnancy I can not stand the smell of any soaps, shampoos, or deodorants. Everything I have purchased from our local stores that says "scent/fragrance free" is NOT scent/fragrance free. This is the one and ONLY shampoo I am able to use. It is a bit pricey compared to my normal shampoo purchases, but totally worth it!!!

                I was also worried that my hair would tangle easily without using conditioner, but this seems to work just fine. I have fewer tangles after my shower than I did going into the shower.

                Hope this helps others.

                • Hair Type:
                • Straight Hair

                Comment on this review

                 
                5.0

                Great Product

                By Eric the Swede

                from Wisconsin

                describe yourself Minimalist

                See all my reviews

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • My hair likes it
                • No fragrance

                Cons

                • None

                Best Uses

                • Daily Use

                Comments about Desert Essence Shampoo, Fragrance Free, 8 fl oz:

                Great fragrance free product that makes my hair feel great.

                • Hair Type:
                • Straight Hair

                Comment on this review

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                4.0

                Great hair shampoo!

                By Dianne

                from Portsmouth, VA

                describe yourself Minimalist

                See all my reviews

                Pros

                • Cleans Thoroughly
                • Gentle
                • Lathers Well
                • Really is unscented

                Cons

                • Thin Consistency

                Best Uses

                • ALL HAIR TYPES
                • People with allergies

                Comments about Desert Essence Shampoo, Fragrance Free, 8 fl oz:

                This shampoo really is unscented. For people with allergies who can't use scented shampoos/soaps/product on their hair, this works really well.

                • Hair Type:
                • Straight Hair

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                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                4.0

                I would buy this great product again!

                By Dianne

                from Portsmouth, VA

                describe yourself Minimalist

                See all my reviews

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Cleans Thoroughly
                • Gentle
                • Lathers Well

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                    Comments about Desert Essence Shampoo, Fragrance Free, 8 fl oz:

                    This has been a truly unscented shampoo that actually seems to work! I am an allergy sufferer and need to use all unscented soaps/shampoos/conditioners as well as unscented laundry detergents to keep reactions to a minimum. Some products say unscented by as soon as you open the bottle, a odd smell emits from it. Not with this product. It lathers well, which a lot of shampoos don't, and rinses well.

                    • Hair Type:
                    • Straight Hair

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                    5.0

                    Deset Essence shampoo

                    By Pat the painter

                    from Marinette, WI

                    describe yourself Beauty Conscious

                    Pros

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

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Daily Use

                      Comments about Desert Essence Shampoo, Fragrance Free, 8 fl oz:

                      healthy for your hair and scalp

                      • Hair Type:
                      • Wavy Hair

                      Comment on this review

                       
                      1.0

                      Runny and leaves hair greasy

                      By yellow goldfish

                      from long island, ny

                      describe yourself Minimalist

                      See all my reviews

                      Pros

                      • NOne

                      Cons

                      • Doesn't Lather Well
                      • Greasy
                      • Ineffective

                      Best Uses

                      • Bald people

                      Comments about Desert Essence Shampoo, Fragrance Free, 8 fl oz:

                      I like to use natural products and liked the idea behind this product. However, it is thin like water and the small amount that doesn't immediately dribble through your fingers and down the drain doesn't seem to do much of anything. No lather, no cleaning. My hair feels (and smells!) exactly as it would if I just rinsed with plain water. I work out and sweat. I need actual cleaning.

                      • Hair Type:
                      • Straight Hair

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