Since its launch in early 2021, MONDAY Haircare has taken the beauty world by storm. With its Instagram-friendly, baby-pink packaging, celebrity endorsements, and affordable price point of only $8 per bottle ($16 for a duo), it's no wonder the brand has gained such popularity. MONDAY boasts that it has shipped over 15 million bottles since 2021 and is available in over 60 retailers across 23 countries, averaging 12,000 sales per day - that's eight per minute. But does this viral brand live up to the hype? This review dives into the MONDAY Haircare experience to help you decide if it deserves a spot in your shower.
MONDAY Haircare's packaging is undeniably appealing. The baby-pink bottles are a definite upgrade from standard drugstore options. Beyond aesthetics, the bottles are also incredibly practical. The pump dispenser is a welcome feature, eliminating the struggle with screw tops when you're wet and trying to quickly wash your hair.
With fine hair that benefits from added moisture, the reviewer was most interested in the Gentle and Volume formulas. Starting with the Gentle Duo, the initial surprise was the subtle, floral fragrance, a departure from the strong, tropical scents often associated with coconut oil-infused shampoos. The light gel formula lathered quickly and effectively, requiring only three pumps for full coverage. The conditioner, with its thicker, creamier consistency, absorbed rapidly, needing only two pumps to thoroughly coat the hair.
The results were impressive: hair felt thoroughly cleansed without being stripped of its natural oils. It dried soft, glossy, and retained its natural waves without feeling weighed down. After two weeks of use, the reviewer received numerous compliments. While the reviewer has virgin hair, making it difficult to assess the impact on bleached or treated hair, the Gentle Duo proved to be a simple, affordable, and effective option.
The Volume Set, while delivering softness and shine, failed to provide a noticeable boost in volume for the reviewer's fine hair. For those with similar hair types seeking significant volume enhancement, Ouai’s Fine Hair Shampoo and Conditioner remain a preferred, albeit pricier, alternative.
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MONDAY Haircare shines in its commitment to ethical and sustainable practices. The entire range is PETA-certified cruelty-free and vegan-friendly. The brand prioritizes natural ingredients and excludes sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), a common irritant for sensitive skin. Furthermore, the packaging is made with 20% recycled plastic and is 100% recyclable, including the pump. MONDAY has also pledged to introduce refillable options in the near future, furthering its commitment to environmental responsibility.
MONDAY Haircare offers a variety of lines tailored to different hair types and concerns:
MONDAY Haircare has expanded its offerings to include a range of conditioning masks and leave-in conditioners, all priced at £5. This new range features the moisture leave-in conditioner, repair leave-in conditioner, the deep moisture mask, anti-frizz mask, and curl restore hair mask. Each formula spotlights a specific ingredient, like hyaluronic acid, jojoba oil, or keratin, depending on specific hair goals. Like the rest of the MONDAY collection, they are dermatologically tested, Leaping Bunny approved, and free of sulphates and parabens.
The e-commerce beauty team put the range to the test, on two different hair types, to see if a £5 product can rival some of the spenny players they've tested.
The reviewer "absolutely adore[d] this hair mask." The hair was incredibly easy to detangle in the shower with a small scoop of product distributed through lengths and ends, and the reviewer had a lot less hair shedding than normal. The result was super silky and shiny strands, and the smooth, frizz-free style lasted much longer than it usually does in London’s humid weather.
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The reviewer was eager to try the Curl Restore for a wash and go. It claims to be formulated for curly and coily hair, which means type 3 and type 4 texture. While Shea Butter and Coconut Oil are always winners, the reviewer was surprised to see Bamboo Extract as the main ingredient. It was great for detangling and maybe a co-wash mid-week, but as the hair dried, there were some defined coils and other parts were fluffy.
The Deep Moisture Mask is great for recovered bleach blonde hair, and the reviewer can confidently say this treatment put the 'hi' in hydration. Even after one go, the reviewer was impressed at how soft and supple the strands felt. With old extensions, the ends were starting to feel too brittle for the reviewer's liking and this deep treatment bought them back to life, making them feel much healthier. Also big shout out to keratin that gave the hair a glossy and smooth appearance.
The reviewer will be using this leave-in conditioner for the foreseeable. Not only does it smell like a sweet floral fragrance, but the cream is so lightweight, it seamlessly sinks into the strands leaving them feeling soft and supple. The treatment calls on hyaluronic acid to bring moisture to dehydrated strands.
The reviewer is always looking for a treatment to cure brittle ends and this £5 leave-in conditioner is up for the job. It's formulated with keratin, a protein that works to strengthen the hair, so it will work at split ends and areas of damage to reinforce the structure.
MONDAY Haircare products contain key ingredients such as:
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MONDAY Haircare products are formulated without:
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