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Vogue
2 days ago
- Health
- Vogue
Are Drugstore Shampoos as Good as Their Expensive Counterparts?
'Personally, I'm not anti-drugstore shampoo, but it really comes down to your specific needs,' says Rotger. Is your hair color-treated? Do you have a sensitive scalp? Are you experiencing hair loss? If you answered yes to any of these, she says, a drugstore shampoo might not be the best fit. It's not that expensive automatically means better, but salon-grade shampoos are often made with higher-quality ingredients that target specific concerns and are less likely to cause irritation. Some hairstylists steer clear of drugstore options because many contain sulfates, which can dry out already fragile hair, cause buildup, or even strip and alter your color. For example, many drugstore options contain sodium lauryl sulfate and ammonium lauryl sulfate—the most common surfactants utilized to remove dirt and oils from the hair. To avoid these, just be sure to pick a shampoo labeled sulfate-free, which will be powered by some other cleansing agent apt for proper lathering and washing of the hair. Silicones are another controversial ingredient, though Rotger doesn't think they're as evil as people make them out to be. 'They can actually be beneficial for some hair types,' she says. At the end of the day, there's no one-size-fits-all shampoo. But if you spend a lot of money on your color, investing in a higher-end formula can help you preserve it longer.
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Why that super-sized shampoo bottle isn't so super-sized after all: We've all long suspected that we're being hoodwinked - so are ANY actually filled to the top? SARAH RAINEY investigates...
Have you ever opened a new bottle of shampoo, jar of face cream or tube of suncream only to find it's far from full to the top? You're not alone; tens of thousands of unhappy shoppers have taken to online forums to vent their frustrations about part-empty containers in the beauty world. Toiletries are among the worst offenders, with super-sized packaging often giving customers a misleading impression of just how much they're getting for their money. Some leading brands use opaque bottles or labels, so you can't see what's inside, while others have double-walled sides, large lids or false bases that can make quantities appear bigger than they are. So why do manufacturers put their products in such big containers? And why don't they fill them to the top? 'They use bigger containers so it looks like you're getting more for your money,' says Ariane Young, a celebrity and media make-up artist. 'Ingredients, labour and marketing are more expensive but customers are less willing to shell out on new products every month, so brands are finding ways to cut corners.' There may be a practical reason in some cases. Kyle Frank, a beauty expert, cosmetics formulator and founder of Frank's Remedies, explains that some products need extra 'breathing space' so that the bottles and tubes reach customers intact. 'Product packaging can expand due to temperature changes and rocky movement during transit,' he says. 'Depending on the formulation of the product, this may cause more air to be produced. This is known as thermal expansion.' Such expansion could cause leakage, or make containers burst open, so leaving a little space at the top of the bottle or jar ensures it reaches customers in one piece. So how much product is there in your everyday toiletries and are you being fooled by the size or shape of the packaging it's sold in? We conducted an experiment, comparing the amount of liquid, gel or cream in beauty products (stated on the packaging) against the total volume of the container (in millilitres). We did this by squeezing the product into a glass measuring beaker and filling the empty container with water to see how much it could hold when full. The results will make you think twice on your next visit to the beauty aisle. Unilever and Procter & Gamble, makers of the products we tested, were approached for comment. Garnier Vitamin C Nutri-Glow Body Cream, (£10) Jar holds: 530ml Actually contains: 380ml Difference: 150ml Percentage full: 72 per cent This jar of deliciously-scented body cream looks like a very generous size - enough to last several months. But when I unscrew the lid I'm disappointed to see it's only three-quarters full; the rest is empty space. There's a whopping 150ml difference between the amount of product inside and the total volume capacity of the jar. Simple Gentle Cleansing Shampoo (£3.25) Bottle holds: 460ml Actually contains: 400ml Difference: 60ml Percentage full: 87 per cent This large white bottle stands out as one of the bigger ones on the shelves, but all is not as it seems. Our experiment shows there would be room inside for another 60ml of product, nearly a fifth more liquid than what is in the bottle. CeraVe Foaming Face Cleanser (£12.50) Bottle holds: 285ml Actually contains: 236ml Difference: 49ml Percentage full: 83 per cent There's a large pump inside this bottle of face cleanser, so less room for liquid than you'd expect. But even accounting for that, there's capacity for another 49ml of product - that's 21 per cent more than you actually get. Garnier Ambre Solaire Soothing After Sun (£6.99) Bottle holds: 410ml Actually contains: 400ml Difference: 10ml Percentage full: 98 per cent This bottle feels pleasingly heavy and, looking inside the cap, I can see the white after sun lotion filled very close to the top. For a large, family-sized bottle, there's impressively little empty space inside - just 10ml. Dove Moisturising Hand Wash (£1.49) Bottle holds: 300ml Actually contains: 250ml Difference: 50ml Percentage full: 83 per cent The hand pump fills up a whopping sixth of this bottle. But when I tip it out and fill it to the top with water I find there is enough missing for 10 to 15 more hand washes. Nivea Sun Protect Suncream Factor 30 (£6.79) Bottle holds: 205ml Actually contains: 200ml Difference: 5ml Percentage full: 98 per cent At this time of year, we go through bottles of suncream weekly - so it's important to know what you're getting (and how long it will last) when you stock up. Impressively, this 200ml bottle is almost full to the top; there's space for just 5ml more liquid inside. Sanex Expert Soothing Bath Soak (£3) Bottle holds: 505ml Actually contains: 450ml Difference: 55ml Percentage full: 89 per cent This big bottle of bath soak feels weighty, so I'm hopeful about the amount of product inside. When I open the cap, it looks like it's almost filled to the brim - but looks can be deceiving. When decanted from the container, you could still fit another 55ml liquid in there. Palmer's Cocoa Butter Intensive Body Lotion (£3.25) Bottle holds: 275ml Actually contains: 275ml Difference: 0ml Percentage full: 100 per cent This thick, luxurious lotion is incredibly hard to get out, and I resort to hitting it on the end like a ketchup bottle. It would be much more user-friendly in a jar. But rest assured; the results show the quantity of product inside fills the bottle right the way to the top. Dove Body Love Self-Tan Lotion (£3.99) Bottle holds: 450ml Actually contains: 400ml Difference: 50ml Percentage full: 89 per cent This gradual fake tan lotion comes in a tall, sleek bottle, but the beige packaging makes it impossible to see how much is inside. Our experiment showed there's room for another 50ml - or one sixth of the total liquid already in the bottle - in there. Oral B 3D White Luxe Mouthwash (£1.99) Bottle holds: 540ml Actually contains: 500ml Difference: 40ml Percentage full: 93 per cent When I take the cap off and look inside, this bottle of mouthwash looks remarkably full. But the results show there's room for 40ml more liquid (mostly inside the narrow neck) if it were completely full. Nivea 2 in 1 Cleansing Milk and Refreshing Toner (£4.60) Bottle holds: 198ml Contains: 175ml Difference: 23ml Percentage full: 88 per cent Though it's a small bottle, this feels light in my hands, and the product doesn't feel like it's filling the container. So I'm not surprised to find you could fit 23ml more (or 13 per cent of the quantity of liquid listed on the bottle) inside. Nivea Men Energy Shower Gel (£1.70) Bottle holds: 424ml Actually contains: 400ml Difference: 24ml Percentage full: 94 per cent It's not only women's products that come in part-full packaging, men's toiletry brands are just as guilty of giving customers less than they bargained for. This luminous blue shower gel comes in a bottle that could hold 24ml more than it does. Herbal Essences Dazzling Shine Shampoo (£1.95) Bottle holds: 455ml Actually contains: 400ml Difference: 55ml Percentage full: 88 per cent This is the tallest, thinnest bottle in the test and, though the packaging is bright green, when I hold it up to the light I can just about see the product inside. There's a clear inch without any liquid in it, and the results show this is equivalent to 55ml shampoo. Head & Shoulders Classic Clean 2 in 1 Shampoo (£2.49) Bottle holds: 268ml Actually contains: 250ml Difference: 18ml Percentage full: 93 per cent There isn't a huge difference between the amount this Head & Shoulders bottle could hold (268ml) and the amount of product that's actually inside (250ml). The spout is quite wide, with a flat cap so it's easy to get almost every bit of shampoo out. Aussie Miracle Moist Conditioner XL (£5.89) Bottle holds: 580ml Actually contains: 470ml Difference: 110ml Percentage full: 81 per cent Promising to turn 'parched locks to fabulously refreshed' ones, this bottle is deceptive because it's nowhere near full. Our experiment shows that there is enough room for 110ml more conditioner in here. As the product is thick, it's tricky to get it all out so customers will get even less value for money. Palmolive Naturals Coconut Milk Shower Cream (£1.62) Bottle holds: 542ml Actually contains: 500ml Difference: 42ml Percentage full: 92 per cent This super-sized bottle of shower cream looks ideal for a family, but there's less product inside than you would expect. My experiment showed you could fit another 42ml of liquid in there if it was full - enough for 8-10 more showers. Baylis and Harding Goodness Natural Body Wash (£4) Bottle holds: 542ml Actually contains: 500ml Difference: 42ml Percentage full: 92 per cent While lots of body wash products come in clear containers, this one is in an opaque black bottle. At 500ml, it's one of the bigger sizes around and certainly one I'd buy to last the family several weeks. But it's not as full as it appears, there's space for another 42ml. Lynx Africa Body, Face and Hair Wash (£1.49) Bottle holds: 230ml Actually contains: 225ml Difference: 5ml Percentage full: 98 per cent In its distinctive black container, with an opaque red and green label, this body, face and hair wash contains 225ml of product. When full to the top, the bottle - which is squat and wide, with a narrow bit in the middle - could squeeze just 5ml more inside. Bulldog Original Shave Gel (£3.75) Tube holds: 190ml Actually contains: 175ml Difference: 15ml Percentage full: 92 per cent This clear shave gel comes in a squeezy tube, which is white so you can't see how much is inside. There's just 15ml difference between the amount of liquid that could fit inside the tube and what's in there when I buy it - not too bad. Vaseline Healthy Hands and Stronger Nails Hand Cream (£2.85) Bottle holds: 209ml Actually contains: 200ml Difference: 9ml Percentage full: 96 per cent This little bottle of hand cream doesn't have much surplus space inside; you could squeeze just 9ml more inside. It might seem more expensive per millilitre than a big bottle but you're getting more for your money and less empty space.
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
M&S's £3 shampoo becomes beauty must-have as delighted fans heap praise on product that promises to get rid of greasy hair
Daily Mail journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission - learn more An M&S shampoo that costs just £3 has been flying off the shelves because of how good fans claim it is at washing greasy hair. The Clarifying Hair & Body Wash from the British high street chain is as good as 'fairy liquid' for battling oily scalps, some beauty enthusiasts have said, while another claimed: 'I could literally cook a steak in my hair and this stuff is terrific'. The vegan-friendly shampoo is infused with pro vitamin B5 and is fragranced with Sea Fennel & Cedar and blended with orange, eucalyptus, patchouli, rosemary essential oils & geranium extract for 'added indulgence'. Dozens of beauty fans rushed to sing the praises of the product after influencer, Bambi Does Beauty, captured the moment she managed to find the last Clarifying bottle on the shelves in one of the stores. The influencer shared a video on TikTok of her reaching for the bottle, writing over the clip: 'I want to apologise to all the greasy haired girlies cos I just got the last clarifying shampoo at M&S.' She also captioned it: 'As a greasy haired goblin this is literally the best £3 I've ever spent.' Bambi added that she uses the shampoo for every wash and 'it's not drying either which is pretty rare'. Many similarly obsessed clarifying shampoo users flocked to the comments section to praise the product. However, one user advised people that 'clarifying shampoo strips your hair of oil so it can be strong, I have very straight and fine hair and only use it 1 or 2 times a week and regular shampoo in between'. Another user online shared a similar clip of the shampoo, writing 'Girls if you are needing something for greasy hair then M&S clarifying hair and body wash is your best friend. 'This clarifying shampoo is perfect for getting rid of greasy hair (not an ad),' added the TikTok user. However the only drawback seemed to be that the packaging was quite stiff and it is apparently hard to squeeze out any product. One woman wrote: 'Love them but the bottles are an absolute nightmare to squeeze', while another said: 'Love the smell but the packaging is just not ergonomic at all! So hard to squeeze when you have weak joints unfortunately.' However, Bamabi said that the Clarifying version of the shampoo is squeezier than the other viral versions and did not struggle to get the product out. The viral Clarifying Hair & Body Wash from the high street chain is as good as 'fairy liquid' for battling oily scalps, some fans have said The other £3 versions have been similarly popular on social media, with their Nourishing and Volumising brand also going viral earlier this year for giving 'salon-quality' washes. The Nourishing conditioner and Volumising shampoo boasts of being both sulphate and silicon free that will 'rebalance the scalp' thanks to its extracts of micro-algae. There are also two versions to choose from - a nourishing sea salt and green bergamot or an orchid and waterlily volumising option. One beauty fan said they are 'literally the best shampoo and conditioner I've tried' while another added 'I've used a lot of professional brands over the years being a hairdresser but these are 10/10.' Meanwhile, shoppers have been sent into a spin over M&S 's massive summer sale, offering some of the store's best-selling items for up to 50 per cent off. Customers can get their hands on stylish essentials across women's, men's and kids clothing as well as lingerie, home and beauty for less in the sale, which started on Thursday. Those looking to bag a bargain will have to be quick, as the huge discounts are on selected items and only available in store while stocks last for a limited time. The summer sale is one of M&S's best and the perfect opportunity to give your wardrobe a much-needed revamp with everyday essentials priced at as little as £3.25. Although most people flocked to the comments to sing the product's praise, the only drawback seemed to be that the packaging was quite stiff and it is apparently hard to squeeze out any product Some of M&S's most popular women's fashion favourites are now available for up to 50 per cent off in stores, including the viral Collection Polka Dot Sweetheart Maxi Dress and Linen Blend Wide Leg Trousers. The ladies can also stock up on lingerie basics with knickers from £6 and bras from £10. For the men, crew neck t-shirts are just £4 while the stylishly versatile lightweight chinos are now £22.50 instead of £45.
Daily Mail
18-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Collagen brand's shampoo and conditioner have shoppers raving over 'thickening' results: 'Can't believe the difference' (now 15% off)
Daily Mail journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission - learn more A shampoo and conditioner duo which claims to improve hair thickness by 20 per cent in just eight weeks is boosting the confidence of scores of users. Health and skincare brand Absolute Collagen has been wowing shoppers with their Collagen Complex Hair Thickening Shampoo & Conditioner Duo, designed to strengthen and thicken hair fast. The best bit? We have an exclusive 15 per cent discount code. Absolute Collagen Collagen Complex Hair Thickening Shampoo & Conditioner Duo, 2x250ml Formulated by leading hair specialists to strengthen, thicken, nourish, volumise, and boost shine, the Shampoo & Conditioner Duo utilises groundbreaking collagen technology to leave your hair 20 per cent thicker hair in just eight weeks. In fact, shoppers have been raving about how it left their hair 'thicker and shinier with no colour fade'. Use discount code AC725HAIR-DMAIL at checkout to save 15 per cent off. £28.90 (save £5.10) Shop We all have read how collagen, the body's main structural protein, is a key ingredient for smooth, plump and healthy skin, but Absolute Collagen is proving that the miracle ingredient can be a 'godsend' for flowing locks too. Formulated by leading hair specialists to strengthen, thicken, nourish, volumise, and boost shine, the C ollagen Complex Hair Thickening Shampoo & Conditioner Duo has been receiving rave reviews from shoppers who rave how hair 'is getting thicker everyday'. In fact, the groundbreaking duo have been clinically proven to leave your hair 20 per cent thicker in just eight weeks. And now, thanks to our exclusive discount, you can try it for yourself with 15 per cent off with the code AC725HAIR-DMAIL. The UK's first collagen complex formula, specifically developed to tackle fine, thin hair without weighing it down, Absolute Collagen's groundbreaking formulas work to boost hair from the inside out, providing deep nourishment to the hair's cortex for an increase in both strength and volume. The colour-safe formula contains soluble collagen, which wraps the hair cuticle in a protective layer to deeply nourish it while providing shine and gloss, and collagen amino acids, which penetrate the cortex of the hair to add volume and thickness. And the results according to scores of users are very noticeable, with one writing: 'The hair conditioner and shampoo is excellent. Hair is starting to thicken again and hair loss massively reduced since using this product. I would strongly recommend this to anyone who is suffering with hair problems due to the menopause.' The shampoo and conditioner are also completely paraben-free, featuring powerful yet gentle hair-boosting wheat protein that boosts body and volume, and plant protein which strengthens the hair. Developed by a top trichologist, the haircare duo has also undergone testing in clinical trials, too. This trial lasted 12 weeks and measured hair density, diameter, and amount of single, double and triple follicular unit. And the results were equally as impressive. Most notably, alongside the shampoo and conditioner proving to leave hair up to 20 per cent thicker in just eight weeks, users also noticed less hair shedding, improved scalp health, less hair breakage and quicker hair growth. One impressed reviewer wrote: 'I've been using AC shampoo and conditioner 12 weeks now my hair was so damaged it was dry dull and weak so thin my hair wouldn't grow now its so healthy shiny thick its in the best condition its been in a very long time smells lovely highly recommend using both together.' 'I'm not kidding - the texture of my hair felt better first week,' raved another. 'I've been taking it a year and can't believe the difference. I use the shampoo, conditioner and the gel sachets.' The brand recommends starting sparingly with the shampoo, just using an amount the size of a 10-pence coin and massaging into the scalp before rinsing. Follow with the conditioner, which delivers nourishing hydration and protection to the hair's cuticle, leaving it glossy and gorgeous. For best results, leave the conditioner on for three to five minutes so it can really work its magic. MailOnline readers can use the discount code AC725HAIR-DMAIL for 15 per cent off.
Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Famous singer hasn't washed his hair in 15 years: ‘Condition only'
Brandon Lake recently shared a secret with his close friend Jelly Roll, and sent him into a frenzy in the process. 'Fun fact, I haven't shampooed my hair in probably 15 years. Condition only,' Lake told Jelly Roll in an Instagram video with the caption, "Can I get 1 Amen?!' Jelly Roll challenged Lake's lifestyle choice when he responded with, 'That can't be normal, y'all.' 'I bet we get no Amens in the comments,' he added. Unlucky for Jelly Roll, but some a good amount of fans did actually leave an 'Amen' in the comments section. "Amen, bc I usually only use conditioner too," one Instagram user wrote. "Amen!! He has the natural curl," another user wrote. "Shampoo has dangerous chemicals in it," another Instagram user wrote. 'Shampoos have diced sulfate and other things that can damage the scalp and the hair so yes, I understand it sounds strange, but it's true.' However, some fans did side with Jelly Roll by leaving comments such as 'no amens they have shampoo free of the bad stuff' and 'that's disgusting!' Jelly Roll even backed up his own point by commenting, "no amens. do not give this man amens" on the post. Jelly Roll and Lake have become good friends. The duo released a duet called 'Hard Fought Hallelujah' in February and have performed the song together on Jimmy Kimmel Live and at CMA Fest 2025. Jelly Roll even surprised Lake by getting a tattoo inspired by Lake's last album, 'King Of Hearts.' Country music singer says he could be deported under Trump's new law Grammy winner Gaby Moreno to open Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival on Thursday Grammy-winning rocker cancels shows due to 'serious injury' Iconic '80s band makes surprise appearance at pop star's UK show Rock band reinvites Trump voters to shows after getting death threats Read the original article on MassLive.
