Paul Mitchell is a globally renowned hair care brand, founded in 1980 by two friends with the vision of supporting hairdressers and providing luxury hair care at an affordable price. Their dream has become a reality, and the brand boasts a range of popular products. This article delves into a comprehensive review of the Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Shampoo.
Awapuhi, also known as Shampoo Ginger, is a ginger plant native to India, Polynesia, and the Hawaiian Islands. For many decades, it has been used as a natural shampoo, conditioner, and skin treatment. The Paul Mitchell company even has Awapuhi farms all over the Hawaiian Islands. Native Hawaiians would traditionally squeeze the nectar from the center of its cone-shaped flower to cleanse their hair.
The Awapuhi Shampoo is part of the Paul Mitchell Original hair care range. Interestingly, it serves a dual purpose: it can be used as both a shampoo and a body wash. This 'Super rich wash' is suitable for all hair types and has a thinner consistency compared to many other shampoos.
The shampoo lathers exceptionally well; a small amount is sufficient for effective cleansing. It effectively removes excess oil and product buildup, leaving hair feeling and looking healthy. Users report that their hair feels silky smooth, soft, and voluminous after use.
However, due to its rich formulation, it's important to use a small quantity to achieve the best results. Some users with highlighted, naturally curly hair have found the original formula to be drying.
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Many users express their love for the Awapuhi Shampoo, citing its pleasant smell, excellent lather, and effective cleansing properties. Some reviewers with color-treated hair appreciate that it keeps their hair clean and smelling great. Several users with fine hair note that it makes their hair clean and soft without stripping it. Others have been using it for years and always come back to it.
Some users have noted changes in the formula over time, with one reviewer mentioning scalp burning and hair thinning, although this experience is not universal.
The Awapuhi Shampoo is often compared to other clarifying shampoos and sulfate-free options. While it does contain sulfates, many users feel it's not overly drying compared to other sulfate shampoos. Some prefer it over sulfate-free options, while others who have tried the Wild Ginger Awapuhi (sulfate-free) disliked it.
The Detangler is a creamy, rich conditioner designed for medium to coarse and chemically treated hair. It effectively detangles and conditions hair without weighing it down.
The Detangler is lightweight and spreads easily through the hair. Users can feel its effects almost immediately, with hair feeling smooth and detangled even before rinsing. Once dry, hair feels clean, nourished, soft, and tangle-free, with a healthy shine.
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Many users find that The Detangler works particularly well when paired with Paul Mitchell's Shampoo Two.
Shampoo Two is part of Paul Mitchell's Clarifying range. It's a deep-cleansing shampoo that many people use weekly or bi-weekly, depending on their needs. However, it is gentle enough for daily use.
The shampoo has a thin consistency and a clear color, with a pleasant citrus lemon scent. It lathers well and effectively cleanses the hair, removing oil and product buildup without stripping the hair. Users with thick, oily hair find it particularly effective.
The Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Shampoo boasts several key ingredients that contribute to its performance:
The shampoo is color-safe, balances moisture, and adds shine. It brightens hair by removing dulling buildup and is ideal for all hair types, especially fine and static-prone hair. Additionally, it features a refreshing cucumber melon scent with soft floral notes.
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Paul Mitchell is committed to the environment. The new packaging is made with post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials, with bottles and jars using 50% PCR and tubes using 25% PCR. This excludes pumps and select caps, which are made from virgin materials.
Massage the shampoo into wet hair, rinse, and repeat as needed. Follow with Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Conditioner.
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