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L'Oreal Paris Botanicals Safflower Rich Infusion Softening Ointment Review

L'Oreal Paris Botanicals Safflower Rich Infusion Softening Ointment Review
Discontinued
Overall rating from 20 reviews so far:
3.6/5
Would use it again?
3.7/5
Did it do what it said it would?
3.5/5
Would recommend it to a friend?
3.5/5

L'Oreal Paris Botanicals Fresh Care Safflower Rich Infusion Softening Ointment for dry hair infused with safflower and coconut oils detangles lengths & leaves hair nourished.

 

Website www.botanicalsfreshcare.co.nz

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L'Oreal Paris Botanicals Safflower Rich Infusion Softening Ointment Review

L'Oreal Paris Botanicals Safflower Rich Infusion Softening Ointment Review

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Overall rating:
4.0/5
2nd April, 2020
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Smells amazing and great leave in product

Although the description does recommend using it on dry hair, I typically carry this product around with me for when I know I'm going in the water. Whether at beaches or the pool, this is a great leave-in product if you know you're not going to be able to shower and condition your hair straight away or even just as a pre-shower softening mask in a pinch. Over summer, when I was suddenly swimming a lot more often and working in the sun, I noticed my hair drying out very quickly. I picked a bottle of this ointment up and began using it almost daily and noticed a difference in the dryness within about a week and a half!

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Overall rating:
4.0/5
10th June, 2018
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Good for fine hair

So many products I have tried on my fine prone to frizzy hair just weigh it down and leave it looking oily but this works well. I love the scent and have used it on both wet and dry hair . When using on dry it made my hair look greasy and lank so won't be trying that again but using it after washing and just on the bottom 2/3rds it left it soft and easier to blow-dry. It normally tangles very quickly but this really helped me blow-dry and tame it. When I use it I have less issues with frizz when outside by any humidity or damp, and it feels lovely. Have repurchased :)

Tips: Wouldn't recommend it on dry hair if you have fine hair.

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Overall rating:
4.3/5
21st January, 2018
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Loved it on my long dry curly hair.

I purchased this because it was a leave in conditioning product and I have long curly hair which is naturally very dry. I used it on wet hair after shampooing and conditioning. Just on the lower half and brushed it through the lengths. It smells delicious and definitely made my hair softer. I don't really brush my hair when it's dry so although you can use it on dry hair, I haven't. I've repurchased this product and also the matching conditioning balm which I haven't tried yet.

Tips: Use on wet hair.

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Overall rating:
3.0/5
10th July, 2017
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Least favourite of the range

I purchased this along with the matching shampoo and conditioner in the botanicals range. It has the same beautiful earthy packaging and comes in a 100ml squeezy tube with a screw top lid.

After shampooing and conditioning my hair I used a small amount of 'ointment' and ran it mid length to my ends. It has the same minty, musky smell as the rest of the range. My hair was easy to brush and after blowdrying it was definitely soft and felt nourished.

My next wash I used it on dry hair and I did not have the same results. It left my hair feeling quite heavy and like I needed to wash it again. I would definately not use it on dry hair again.

For me this was not an outstanding product like the shampoo and conditioner. I probably would not repurchase it.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
6th July, 2017
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Compliments the rest of the range nicely

I have been using this along with the matching shampoo and conditioner. I feel like the shampoo had the biggest impact, making my hair feel much softer and more hydrated, but this was a good follow up to lock in more moisture. I also like how it helps strengthen the nice scent of the range.

I use quite a large amount because I have really long and thick hair, but I only put it into the bottom 2/3's of my hair.

You can either apply it to towel dried hair, or dry hair. I do both - damp hair to add moisture, and then when it's dry to tame any wispy bits!

Tips: Use all three products (shampoo, conditioner and this ointment) together for maximum impact!

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Overall rating:
4.7/5
5th July, 2017
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Rich Infusion Softening Ointment

When using this product on damp or wet hair, I absolutely loved it. I agree fully with the claims of restoring softness without weighting hair down and leaving hair detangled and nourished. My hair felt so moisturised and fresh after using this, and I felt like it made my curls feel softer but also keep their shape for longer! It feels rich and hydrating, while not being oily or heavy - something I love.

I don't need to use much of this product for my long hair, a walnut sized amount, as directed, is effective. I feel like for this reason, it will last me ages. The product comes in a screw-top bottle and is creamy, smooth and easy to apply.

I didn't like applying this to my hair dry - it made my hair frizzy and boofy. This didn't worry me though, as I find that with most products like this - I can only apply them when my hair is wet or damp.

Would definitely recommend this for dry hair, and will consider repurchasing when my bottle runs out!

Tips: Apply when damp!

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Overall rating:
2.7/5
5th July, 2017
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Didn't find it to be effective

I have been using this treatment along with the shampoo and conditioner in this range. I have dry hair, especially on the ends which is also very thick and long. I also often get a dry scalp and get dandruff. I was hoping for this treatment to add some moisture to my hair.

I like how you can apply this treatment to wet or dry hair. I only been use this treatment for a weeks bad I have applied it to damp hair after using the shampoo and conditioner. I didn't really find the treatment to be effective. I haven't noticed any difference in the texture of my hair. In fact it's made my hair more fluffy and volumised which I don't partially like.

It says to apply a walnut size of product to your hair and I find that this is a good amount. It feels quite slippery when applied to your hair which makes it easy to smooth over and comb through your hair.

Overall I didn't really think this product did a lot for my hair. I will continue to use it seeing as I have only been using it for one weeks and see if my hair improves over time but I don't know if I would repurchase or recommend this yet.

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Overall rating:
4.3/5
5th July, 2017
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Love that smell!

The smell with this range is amazing and this ointment is no exception! Hints of mint, coconut, and just a fresh pleasant scent. The packaging is a bit understated, same as the conditioning balm, I feel it could have been a bit more upmarket. I feel the word ointment is strange for a hair product but something different that I haven't heard before. I used the 100ml and feel like it will last a good while as you really don't need that much, even having long hair and using it wet and dry twice it still feels new. Tthe consistency is thick creamy and a bit like a skin moisturiser so I am surprised I don't have to use too much. After using this product along with the rest of the range my hair was easier to manage the tangles when wet and I had less frizz. I also used it on dry hair between hair washing days and was surprised how soft it made my ends, these are normally quite damaged and a bit straw like so to have them soft and shiny was a bit of a feat. I wouldn't repurchase at $17.99 but if it was on special then I would consider it.

Tips: Same tip as the conditioning balm, I use less product if I pour into my hand then rubs both my hands together then spread down my hair.

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Overall rating:
4.0/5
5th July, 2017
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L'Oréal Botanicals Ointment

When you hear the name "ointment" it almost brings a medical image to your mind, Despite its name it turned out to be a very useful product designed to "tame" those wild hairs that seem to not want to conform to normal hair standards, and my fliaways were definitely a contender! After applying to my wet hair using the three step program (shampoo, condition and then ointment) I felt it was almost too much product overload, nonetheless I pursued, and the result was surprising, it change my flyways to be under control, and helped smooth away the split ends, leaving a nice refreshing scent, once my hair had completely dried, it was softer and very easy to handle, the resulting condition staying present for at least a day, on applying to standard dry hair, there was no remarkable difference, in fact I would go so far as saying don't do this, the pack size is easy to use in a tube, and with a clip lid to close, there is no tamper proof foil seal under the cover which I was surprised with, yes although its hair product, with its price range I would of thought that to be standard. The tube is nicely present in fresh colours, making it a suitable tube to have on display without embarrassment, and it's refreshing scent sure was good for the nose, Overall this is a pleasing product but expensive, it's something of a nice to have, but not a need, as similar products on the market with a more affordable bracket.

Tips: Don't use on dry hair least you end up in a tangle..

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Overall rating:
3.0/5
5th July, 2017
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Use as recommended?

This stuff is interesting, I liked it, but I liked it my way. Read below.

Let's start with the packaging. Gorgeous autumn colours, so nice in fact I left it out rather then hiding the bottle away which I normally would do. The thought in design is evident and it looked great. It comes in a squeeze tube similar to a hand cream.

Secondly the smell is devine! To smell from the bottle it smells warm and exotic but once applied to your hair it smells fresh and pepperminty. Contradictory I know, but heaven scent.

The softening cream I'd describe as an added treat, that something special over and above. I personally applied it to my wet conditioned hair and left it on a while before near rinsing it out. The intention though is to leave it in and not rinse it however, to wet or dry hair. I tried a small amount on my dry hair and didn't like it this way at all. Sad to say that lovely peppermint smell suddenly felt like I was rubbing toothpaste though my hair. It was far to thick to manage effectively. It made my hair feel like it needed to be washed honestly. Be sure not to overdo it, it does weigh your hair down.

Tips: Don't over do it! Try it my way by applying it to wet hair and rinsing out after a few minutes, this in my opinion, gives a much nicer result.

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