BlogHer asked me if I would like to try out a new shampoo and conditioner from Head & Shoulders, which was supposed to help correct dryness, itchiness, and sensitivity of the scalp, along with eliminating flakes.
It was actually a pretty timely request because our weather is changing, and we’ve had a couple chilly snaps. With the weather combined with our already-dry climate, I had been making sure to scrub my scalp thoroughly, especially near the hairline where I get the most flakes and rinsing it forever to try to get all the flakes out.
It hasn’t been a huge problem but there definitely was flakiness going on, and sometimes I’d get out of the shower and have to pick out one or two that were leftover. Annoying. And, if I’m being honest (that’s what I do, y’all,) a little embarrassing.
Head & Shoulders says, about their latest shampoos and conditioners:
Beyond leaving behind a clean scalp, the foundation for great looking hair, Head & Shoulders’ new collection goes one step further to excite and indulge your senses with fresh, naturally inspired fragrances including almond oil, eucalyptus and aloe vera.
I find eucalyptus to be a hit-or-miss type of scent. Sometimes it smells tingly and wonderful, and other times it can smell like you fell into a vat of melted cough drops. Luckily, the shampoo and conditioner are spot on, and the smell is great for waking up in the morning. Plus you won’t walk around smelling like a medicine cabinet all day, because it’s pretty subtle. I’m pleased with that aspect.
You might have noticed the past tense of all the flaky/dry/itchy business. That’s because after a couple weeks of using the shampoo and conditioner, I don’t think about rinsing extra-well to get out flakes of dried skin. I don’t look in the mirror up close to pick out one or two I might’ve missed in the shower. And an old friend from high school actually commented on my facebook wall in response to my latest photos, “You’re having a really excellent hair period.”
That could be in response to my hair being awesome from the shampoo, or it could be because I’m trying to change my part and do these sideswept bang thingies. I’d like to think it’s not unrelated that he mentioned it while I’m trying out a new shampoo and conditioner, you know? It’s all good.
Well, almost all good. There are only two negatives I’ve found in reviewing these hair products. The first is that if you get them in your eyes, it stings. A lot. Obviously you’re not supposed to get it in your eyes. But apparently I’m a pro at that, and ouch. I don’t know if it’s because of the “active ingredient” or what, but it stings a lot more than normal shampoo. The other negative is probably something you’ll laugh at me for. I find the hole in the conditioner bottle to be far too big. I accidentally squeeze out 2-3 times the amount I need EVERY TIME. And you can’t really put it back in very effectively. I have issues.
Anywayyyyyy…. with the weather changing all over, I’m wondering:
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Hi! I'm Emily. I'm a Navy wife and brand new stay at home mom. I cook simple, delicious, grain-free recipes, do crafts, decorate on a budget, and keep a happy home. I breastfeed, babywear, cloth diaper, and co-sleep, but I'm not a hippie.
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I find myself using much more lotion after I shave and using facial moisturizers in the winter!
I use heavier moisturizer and add lip balm to my regimen.
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I apply vaseline intensive lotion at night and in the morning and use leave-in conditioner for my hair
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I go swimming three times a week all year round so my routine doesn’t change much.
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I add a lot of moisturizers to my routine in the winter months.
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I usually switch products & add to my routine because my acne tends to flare up during winter
I just use more lip balm and lotion, dont really change much of antyhing else. sweepmorey at gmail dot com
I use anti-dandruff shampoo much more often in the winter.
I moisturize more to help with my dry skin and use more conditioner to help with the static in my hair.
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The only change I really make is using a humidifier. If I don’t use a humidifier in the winter, my forehead gets crazy flaky/peely and no amount of lotion or cream or oil will rehydrate it. But as long as I sleep with my humidifier going, all is right in the forehead world! LOL
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I wear heavier moisturizer, wear lip balm and exfoliate more regularly ad wear a body moisturizer. In summer I wear lighter moisturizers and change my products- like buy new stock. And I try to drink more water and wear a sunscreen or moisturizer with SPF in it
I use lip balm and drink more water
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I definitely hit the dandruff shampoo. And I use a lot heavier conditioner for all the dry weather!
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I use a richer moisturizer and night cream in winter so my skin won’t be dry.
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I use more lotion in the winter.
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I switch to an extra moisturizing conditioner
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I apply a lot more moisturizer during this time of year.
I use more moisturizer and exfoliate more often
I use lots of lipbalm
I definitely use moisturizer more often!
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i use conditioner more often
In the winter I have to be diligent with moisturizing and lip balm, otherwise I end up scaly like a reptile. I switch to cream, more oily skin products to help. so my skin won’t get dry.
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