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*TOP REVIEWER* mrsmalfoy on 8/5/2005 11:18:00 AM more reviews by mrsmalfoy

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Acne-prone, Dark   Hair: Black, Relaxed, Medium   Eyes: Black    

Didn't really work for me. It wasn't that moisturizing which I suppose is to be expected since it never claimed to be a moisturizing shampoo, it claimed it was a smoothing shampoo. Although it didn't seem to do that particularly well either. Builds up pretty fast, so I think clarifying is a definite necessity. It seems to work really well on rebonded hair, though. My sister's waist-length hair was beautifully smooth and shiny after using the shampoo. So I swapped it for a peony-pink l/g which looks utterly super-fantastic.

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Glowfan on 8/5/2005 5:44:00 AM more reviews by Glowfan

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

I've been using this shampoo for about 4 years and I have to say that it never lets me down.It dosen't leave it dry and brittle like most shampoos tend to do and it lasts a long time.It leaves it feeling really smooth and that is essential for my dry curly (with a tendency to be frizzy ) hair.

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*TOP REVIEWER* hollywoodgurl on 8/3/2005 9:52:00 PM more reviews by hollywoodgurl

Age: 44-55   Skin: Oily   Hair: Black   Eyes: Violet    

I love the fresh, rose petals smell of this shampoo. It works very well to smooth and straigten my hair, however, I don't really notice an appreciable difference in performance between this and my L'Oreal Smooth Vive for Women of Color (I am white). They both make my hair feel softer and look smoother and don't leave it dry, the Kerastase smells better, but is twice as costly. However, I would buy this again and might give the hair masque a try!

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SampaguitaSD on 5/8/2005 1:13:00 AM more reviews by SampaguitaSD

Age: 36-43   Skin: Dry   Hair: Black   Eyes: Black    

I bought this shampoo on the recommendation of my stylist and thought it was great for about the 3 weeks - I went through 2 bottles. I didn't realize until 1/2 way through the 1st bottle (2nd week!) that my husband thought it was bath gel. He used generous amounts - loved the smell, he did.

After about 3 weeks, I started to notice that my scalp was getting itchy & oily and flaky. Ugh. Not another shampoo like this: hydrates my ends but plays havoc on my scalp.

My husband finished off the 2nd bottle. I've since switched to Redken's Softhair which I've now been using almost 2 yrs.

I really wanted to like this Kerastase shampoo but it didn't work for me. I also hated the bottle cap (when traveling I always ended up with a gooey mess) and wasn't thrilled with the $20 price tag.

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Kaninn on 2/16/2005 9:41:00 AM more reviews by Kaninn

Age: 30-35   Skin: Very Dry   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Green    

For curly, dry, abused hair, this stuff is gold. I use it together with bain #3 and my hair feels great. Anythng else makes it feel like straw!

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*TOP REVIEWER* NurseKristen on 1/29/2005 3:51:00 AM more reviews by NurseKristen

Age: 25-29   Skin: Dry, Fair-Medium   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Blue    

This shampoo is really very nice. It lathers well and leaves hair soft even before conditioner is applied. Expensive, yes, but I will definitely keep this in my rotation as one of my top go-to shampoos. (My hair is dry and bleached/processed).

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TD2135 on 1/22/2005 4:50:00 PM more reviews by TD2135

Age: 19-24   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

I really heard great things about Kerastase shampoo but found all of them to be hard to lather & wash out of my hair. I really wanted the Oleo Relax to work for me but it just weighed my hair down & it was greasy 2 hours after washing. I wouldn't recommend for fine, thin hair.

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*TOP REVIEWER* seba on 10/17/2004 11:01:00 AM more reviews by seba

Age: 25-29   Skin: Oily, Fair-Medium   Hair: Black   Eyes: Black    

After using the Serum Oleo Relax with great results I decided to try the shampoo as well. I used Bain Satin 2 before this, and while I like the scents of Oleo Relax shampoo, I much prefer Bain Satin. Oleo Relax doesn't lather well, thus I have to use lots everytime. I also find Bain Satin more moisturising. I don't use conditioner afterwards, just Oleo Relax Serum, Phyto 9, or Lumi-Extract.

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*TOP REVIEWER* mu_atalltimes on 9/30/2004 1:22:00 PM more reviews by mu_atalltimes

Age: 36-43   Skin: Combination, Olive   Hair: Other, Fine   Eyes: Other    

I just used this shampoo for the first time this morning. I have rather fine, highlighted, dry hair which tends to frizz easily. My hair has responded very well to this shampoo-its very shiny, soft, smooth and bouncy. I am thrilled with this shampoo as well as Bain Satin 3. Will def. buy again!!!

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sunnysa8 on 9/12/2004 4:25:00 PM more reviews by sunnysa8

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Acne-prone   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Blue    

for my 17 year old budget this was a very hard purchase to make espeically after an expensive TR, howeeever, LOVE the whole line, my hair so soft, smooth, NOT CRUNCHY :), left the masque on for about 10 min i'll try longer with heat next time even though this worked very well, bought off of ebay for what seemed like a discount-will repurchase but not for awhile this stuff will last a really long time it seems

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yarrthehotpants on 8/19/2004 10:23:00 AM more reviews by yarrthehotpants

Age: 19-24   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

I really, really wanted to like this shampoo, but it didn't quite live up to my expectations. My hair is very dry and damaged from color-treating, so I purchased this hoping to smooth things out. I have to shampoo twice in order to feel like my scalp is clean,and even then my hair feels kind of heavy and coated, *NOT* moisturized, but coated. ALso, the twist-off top is very inconvenient for the shower. Will not repurchase. **EDIT 11/7*** Edited to say that when I use this occasionally, about once a week, it really moisturizes and smooths my hair. I think it's too heavy for everyday use, but it's great for intensely conditioning once in a while.

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*TOP REVIEWER* Eleven on 6/8/2004 12:48:00 AM more reviews by Eleven

Age: Unknown   Skin: Combination, Fair, Cool   Hair: Blond, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Blue    

This isn't cheap but it really does help to tame unruly hair and control frizz. I find this leaves my roots a bit too oily for daily use so I use weekly along with the Oleo Relax masque. It smells fresh and lathers well. I leave it to sit on my hair for a few minutes. After using this my hair is so easy to comb and feels very soft. I have purchased this many times and it hasn't let me down.

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*TOP REVIEWER* Maxie on 3/30/2004 9:51:00 AM more reviews by Maxie

Age: Unknown   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

A quality product all the way. Leaves hair soft and manageable, as it purports to do. I have fine hair which is more oily at the scalp and dry and damaged at the ends. This definitely helps smooth down the hair and detangle. Works great combined with the oleo masque conditioner. However, it is a bit too much for my scalp--it definitely needs washing quicker than with other poos. I love it for when I need 2nd day hair the first day. Would be super great for peeps with dry to normal scalp and dry hair. Probably a waste of money if you have virgin hair...definitely a product for chemically treated hair, damaged hair.

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*TOP REVIEWER* shirfene on 3/19/2004 7:47:00 AM more reviews by shirfene

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

I love all Kerastase's products! Oleo relax shampoo is gentler than Satin Bath 2, so, for those who think Satin Bath foams up too much that gave you itchy scalp, check this out! Ever since I changed to Kerastase range, my hair has become so soft and much manageable. It makes me think Tigi's shampoos are craps. I use this together with Oleo relax serum and the oleo relax masque, the result is amazing!! However, maybe because I no longer have frizzy hair, I prefer Satin Bath 2 to Oleo relax for my oily scalp. Oleo relax shampoo is a diluted version of Satin Bath and it smells better.

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*TOP REVIEWER* sunshine34 on 3/4/2004 7:44:00 PM more reviews by sunshine34

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Hazel    

I never thought a shampoo could make this much difference to my hair - but this one has. I have slightly coarse, slightly wavy colour treated "strong" hair that I straighten every day.

I lather up with this and leave it on while I cleanse my face or do a body scrub or something and then rinse off and follow up with conditioner. My hair is shiny, soft and manageable. Styling time is reduced. You only use a little bit so it lasts a while.

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*TOP REVIEWER* erica_74 on 2/26/2004 5:43:00 AM more reviews by erica_74

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Neutral   Hair: Other, Medium   Eyes: Green    

Like the previous reviewer stated: this is HG at the moment for me!
My long, thick, wavy highlighted hair love it and paired with the oleo-relax masque it gives me the best results ever!
Smooth, soft, shiny, bouncy hair, like I just got out of the salon!!!


I ¢¾¢¾¢¾ it!!!!!!!
(note: I haven't tried the Bain Satin shampoo yet, which many believe is superior to this one, so when my bottle finishes up I'll get the bain satin 3 or 2 , I'll compare and edit my review IF needed.)
Edited on May 05, 2004 : I am just finishing up a bottle of bain satin 2 and I have to say, I am not impressed (I'll write a review about it). Oleo-Relax is the winner! I love it!

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lyssea on 2/16/2004 1:29:00 AM more reviews by lyssea

Age: 19-24   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

My HG at the moment. I was looking for a nice and good shampoo, and the lady at the salon recommended this. This stuff is *fantastic*! After just one use my hair is more manageable, silky, soft and smooth. Previously I was using L'Oreal Smooth Intense, but that cannot compare to this. I would definitely repurchase this -- it has a fabulous scent too!

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sweet_icing on 2/10/2004 1:01:00 PM more reviews by sweet_icing

Age: Unknown   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

Ssheesh... After reading all this reviews on makeupalley, I thought I've finally found my hg - NOT!

If you are like me who colours her hair every month, has went for rebonding at least 3 times, perming 2 times then oleo relax will just have a slight difference in your hair texture.
My hair ends are still frizzy though the top half of my hair is definately smooth.
So premium price doesn't always equate to fantastic results!

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*TOP REVIEWER* daphn3_t on 1/26/2004 5:16:00 AM more reviews by daphn3_t

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Black   Eyes: Black    

though this is gd, i think there's others out in the market that can do the same job too. i bought this for my rebonded and coloured hair. well, it did make my hair shiny and smooth, but i have to gripe about the lathering. i like to have lotsa lathers (it gives me the idea that it IS cleaning well), but this shampoo doesn't lather up. no lather, i'll have to use more--> finish my bottle faster. BOO BOO. don't like its cap too, very inconvenient in the shower. i'm still on the lookout for the best shampoo that suits my hair.

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bordeaux73 on 12/24/2003 8:58:00 AM more reviews by bordeaux73

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Green    

I am giving only 4 lipsticks for this one just because I also use Bain Satin 3 and I think it treats my hair better. But Oleo Relax does what it promises: smoothes my wavy, thick, and colored hair. I get better results if I use it twice though, even when my hair is not too dirty. It doesn't leave my scalp oily, but at the same time I don't think this one is as nourishing as Bain Satin 3, and also doesn't have the same great smell.

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