Rave Review: OM Organic Matter Shampoo Review

Back during my visit to Anise Apothecary, I told Monique about my fear of trying shampoo because of how irritating some can be to my dermatitis. Obviously nobody knows what will or will not work but, she was kind enough to give me a bottle of *OM Organic Matter Shampoo to try. I am so glad that she did because it's amazing! 

Description: Organic ingredients, zero toxins, & AMAZING performance! Level One Shampoo & Conditioner are for Normal or Normal to Oily hair.

Despite the whole sketchy aspect to the brand, I truly love this shampoo. OM is supposedly Ph balanced, cruelty free, vegan, colour safe, gmo free, and gluten free. It's also made in Canada eh! The white plastic bottle is nothing lavish for being a 'salon quality' shampoo but, it's light and easy to travel with. The product itself is white, creamy and lathers amazingly well without drying out my hair or scalp. Since it does lather, a little goes a long way. Whenever I use this shampoo, my scalp feels soothed and my hair is left cleansed and tangle free. I do wish they had a clarifying shampoo though. For my healthy and fine hair, this can be a little heavy with continued use. Sometimes I add a bit of coarse sea salt or clary sage essential oil to get a deeper clear and find that helps. Actually, you could probably add any essential oil to this product since the scent is very light, almost undetectable. Perfect for those sensitive to or who like to customize their own scents! I'm actually almost finished this bottle and will 100% be repurchasing.

Retails for approx. $16 CAN for 237 ml. Can be purchased through Anise Apothecary. 

Have you ever heard of or tried OM shampoo?

UPDATE (10/20/14): OM now has a website! Well, they've had one for a little while now but I kept forgetting to update this post. Check it out here.

Ingredients: Water, Decyl glucoside, Myristic acid, Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, coconut oil*, Grape seed oil*, Glycerine, Pro-Vitamin B5, Sodium citrate, Essential Oil Blend (prunus amygdalus dulcis,vanilla planifolia, prunus dulcis, citrus medica limonum, rosmarinus officinalis, cananga odorata, citrus bergamia,citrus sinensis, citrus grandis, prunus avium kernel)*, Glucose & Glucose oxidase, Lactoperoxidase. *organic

*Product provided for review consideration. All opinions are my own.

Deep Steep Daily Repairing Shampoo Review

Yet another Deep Steep product! I recently reviewed their body wash and loved it, so I decided to try their shampoo. Not to be repetitive but, my hair is fine and I have dermatitis on my scalp. Therefore, my experience will likely be different than yours with most shampoos.

Description: This advanced sulfate-free formula reinforces hair and prevents future breakage with Rice and Organic Quinoa Protein Complex, while Vitamin B5 penetrates leaving hair noticeably more radiant and resilient with each use.

I'm going to start off by saying that the packaging is absolutely horrible, just horrible! Upside down bottles are great for thick textured products like conditioners, moisturizers, butters, etc. This shampoo, however, is pretty much water. I always end up using too much because it comes flowing out like Niagara Falls. I'm being dramatic again, aren't I? Just tellin ya like it is! Aside from that, the shampoo itself is great. It lathers well, doesn't irritate my dermatitis too much, leaves my hair squeaky clean yet still easy to comb through without the use of a conditioner, and I can go 2 to 3 days without my fine hair looking greasy. The scent is very salon-like and lingers until the next wash. I don't mind it but, I think it could be too much for some. Not sure my hair has become more "radiant and resilient" nor do I find there's less breakage, however, it cleans my hair well. Would I recommend? Yes, it's worth trying. Would I repurchase? Only if they changed the packaging.

Retails for approx. $12.95 USD for 10 oz/295 ml. I purchased mine from Marshalls for $9.99 CAN. Can be purchased through Deep Steep and to find a retailers near you, click here. There are 4 different shampoos to choose from: Daily Repairing, Nourishing Volume, Weightless Moisture, and Glossy Smoothing.

Have you ever tried any of the Deep Steep Shampoo? If not, which would you like to try?

Ingredients: Aqua, Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Organic Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Organic Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Leaf Extract, Organic Echinacea Angustifolia Leaf Extract, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Coco-Betaine, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Chloride, Glycerin, Lauryl Lactyl Lactate, Organic Quinoa Protein, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Arginine, Polyglyceryl-4-Caprate, Lactic Acid, Panthenol (Vitamin B5), Coco-Caprylate, Caprylic Acid, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Sodium Polyaspartate, Diheptyl Succinate (and) Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Aroma, Potassium Sorbate, Xanthan Gum.

Kiss My Face - Whenever Shampoo Review

I think I have a problem, I find shampoos that I love yet seem to want to try new ones all the time. I still use and love my JM Zinc & Sage, however, I like to give my hair a "squeaky clean" wash once or twice a week to pump up the volume in my flat locks. I woke up one morning, went to Healthy Planet to pick up a couple of things and was drawn to the Kiss My Face Shampoo range. Somehow I was compelled to buy the Whenever Shampoo. It's pretty fantastic!

Description: Whenever Shampoo gently and thoroughly cleanses your hair without stripping or drying and soothes your scalp with pure essential oils and natural and organic herbs. Especially great for the very sensitive shampooer, it's as effective as it is good for your hair, leaving your locks luminous. The unique, natural aromas will leave you exhilarated.

The Good:

• smells like a refreshing lemon lime slushy, add vodka or rum and you got yourself a par-tay! Kidding, don't do that! 
• cleanses hair and scalp beautifully 
• lathers well
• a little goes a long way
• affordable
• biodegradable, paraben free, phthalate free, SLS free, vegan, not tested on animals, & contains no artificial fragrances

The Bad:

• can be drying to my scalp if used too often (I used it all the time when I first purchased it)

Verdict:  This shampoo is really wonderful and I think it'll be especially great for regular use in the warmer months. I like to do a scalp and hair treatment, once to twice a week, using coconut oil and find this removes the oil so well. It leaves my hair with plenty of volume, which I love because my hair is flat and straight. Since it does give that "squeaky clean" feel, I do need to use a conditioner afterwards. I LOVEEEE the uplifting citrus scent of this shampoo but for those that don't, the scent doesn't linger for long. If you're looking for a shampoo to moisturize your scalp and hair, this is not it. I definitely recommend trying this out if you want a deep clean or have normal to oily hair. I would definitely repurchase.

Retails for approx. $8 - $10 CAN for 325ml. Can be purchased at most health food stores.

Do you rotate shampoos or stick to one?

Ingredients: Aloe Barbadensis*, Rosemarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract*, Chamomilla Recutitia (Chamomile) Flower Extract*, Melissa Offcinalis (Lemon Balm) Leaf Extract*, Urtica Dioca (Nettles) Leaf Extract*, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract*, Calendula Officinlis (Marigold) Flower Extract*, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract*, Lavendula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract*, Olefin Sulfonate, Cocomidopropyl Betaine, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride (Sea Salt), Caprylic Acid, Glycine, Lavendula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Extract, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Tocopherol, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid. *Organic

December 2012 Faves!

I've decided not to do a 2012 favourites list because I have tried and fallen in (and out) of love with so many products and while some have been consistent, many have not.

Here is what I have loved this month...

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel Toner - review here - I have fallen in love with product again! It's so gentle and does a great job of cleansing/removing excess oil, makeup and cleanser.  I have added some lavender and clary sage essential oils to help with acne, balancing and soothing and really love the mix.

Evanhealy Lavender Facial Tonic Hydrosol (sample size) - review to come - Enjoyed this toner while it lasted and used it for the whole month of December.  It was a favourite of mine but not something I will be purchasing the full size of.

Eminence Apricot Whip Moisturizer (sample size) - revew here - I love this moisturizer and am still considering purchasing the full size once this sample is used up.  It smells nice, hydrates beautifully and doesn't irritate or break out my skin. Been loving it!

Tamanu Oil - review here - My original review was for Shea Terra's Tamanu oil but there was a little problem with it.  The oil was reacting with the rubber of the dropper and black rubber was getting into my oil.  They were nice enough to get me in contact with the manager of Healthy Planet (where I purchased it) to get it exchanged.  I didn't end up getting the Shea Terra one for fear of the same thing happening so I picked up Aura Cacia, it works exactly the same.  It's hydrating and great for healing any cuts, acne, burns, etc.  I love this oil!

Apricot Kernel Oil - no review -  I picked this up to make my own serums but have been loving it to remove makeup and as a facial moisturizer.  It absorbs and hydrates the skin beautifully without any negative reactions.  One of my new fave oils!

Hugo Naturals Vanilla & Sweet Orange Shower Gel - review here - I have been alternating this with my Hugo Soap all month long and really enjoy it.  Smells wonderful and cleanses without drying out my skin.

Kiss My Face Whenever Shampoo - review to come - This was a complete impulse buy which I'm glad happened because it's fantastic.  If I use it on it's own, it can be a drying to my scalp.  I find it works best when I alternate or even mix it with my JM because it cleans my hair and scalp without being drying. 

Zuzu Luxe Mascara - review here - Okay, I LOVE this mascara.  I have already purchased another one for when this one runs out or dries up.  I originally didn't enjoy it but since purchasing a new eye lash curler, I can't live without it! It makes my lashes so long and thick, doesn't flake or smudge and lasts all day. It's fantastic and I will continue repurchasing.

Everything in December has been a new love except my Tamanu Oil and Apricot Moisturizer.

What have you loved this month?  Any new or old loves?