GIOVANNIECO CHIC 50:50 Balanced Hydrating Clarifying Shampoo - Leaves Hair pH Balanced for Over-Processed Hair, Provides Moisture & Protection, Salon Quality, No Parabens - 8.5 oz (3 Pack)

Wonderful shampoo! This shampoo is great for clarifying, but it also does not strip the hair. It leaves it feeling soft, healthy and clean. Because it doesn't contain any SLS's it doesn't get very sudsy but once you get used to it you hardly notice. I wonder why they really need to put that stuff into the other shampoos at all. It has a very light and pleasant fragrance, but it def. doesn't overwhelm. It smells a tad like apples or something. If you are like me then you will go through one bottle very quickly. I use about 1 every 3 weeks. So you might want to stock up. I think I bought 3 bottles for about $17.50. That's a great deal considering that in most healthfood stores and even at Target, one bottle will cost you upwards of $8.

Of course, we all have different hair, scalp, diet, and health which all makes a difference in what will work for you. For me, this product is amazing.I'm almost 40 and have no health problems. My hair is baby fine, mostly straight and fairly long and I have a decent diet. I also do not dye my hair.I used to have crunchy ends and my roots tend to get oily if not washed every 2-3 days. Just a little dab of this shampoo and it lathers lightly and rinses out as if I've conditioned my hair. After years of use and trimming off the crunchy ends, my hair remains soft and silky. No tangles.Most times, I do not use a conditioner after using this shampoo. After every other shower, or if I use any hot tools, I use in a pea sized drop of leave-in conditioner (Giovanni Direct Leave-In Conditioner, Weightless Moisture, 8.5-Ounce Containers (Pack of 3)), and that's it. My hair is shiny, not frizzy, and it flows with the wind like I'm in a Japanese anime. I love it!On top of this, the scent is just lovely. Very light and natural like a faint sweet flower. You easily get used to the smell and will be pleasantly surprised to receive compliments after a hug.I really hate the rectangular bottle, but that's alright because I love this so much, I buy it by the gallon and use a pump dispenser.I started using this shampoo maybe 10 years ago. Out of curiosity, I keep trying other products that people rave about like HairOne, Wen, Biolage, Jason, Aubry Organics, and many others I didn't bother to remember, but none of the shampoos make my hair feel as wonderful as this 50/50 formula. I end up giving the other stuff away. Even the other Giovanni shampoos, don't compare to this one. The wheat didn't clean well enough but also made my hair feel dry. The tea tree felt great, but I didn't like the squeaky clean feel and making my hair seem a little wire-like. The Smooth as Silk was similar to the 50/50, but a little heavier.

I have fine, wavy hair and I like this shampoo because it makes my hair soft and is gentle yet still cleanses. I've tried several sulfate-free shampoos, and had to go back this one. There is a noticeable difference in softness and curl definition even after one use. I find the lather comparable to sulfate shampoos. I prefer nonscented products and hate sweet or strong smelling shampoo; this one does have a fragrance but it is very mild and more herbal than fruity or sweet, so it doesn't bother me. When I had bought this shampoo locally, it was clear. As you see in the picture here, the product I received from Amazon is more honey-colored. I was worried it was a different formulation or the product was past its prime, but after trying it, it seems to work the same as what I bought in the store. My only change would be with the bottle. The narrow flip top is a bit awkward.

Works very well, has a pleasant smell without harmful chemicals. I highly recommend it.

I love this shampoo!! Leaves my fine hair very shiny and soft without feeling weighted down!! I first tried this shampoo out of town at a hotel andknew I had to buy it! Great clean smell. Use every day and love the results!!Addendum to Original Review: February 5, 2017I STOPPED using this shampoo a while ago because I noticed I was losing more hair than normal. At first, I thought it was a hormonal issue but as soon as I switched to another shampoo, I NO longer had a problem.

I bought this shampoo after reading some positive reviews on Amazon. I do not regret it. I wear my hair as a short to moderate length afro, and this shampoo is ideal to wash the hair products out of my hair, so I can get it clean without drying it out. I pair it with Giovanni's leave in conditioner, and find my hair looks the best it ever has daily. No need to shampoo and rinse twice either. This is a great shampoo for all kinds of hair. My multiracial daughter uses it for her long straight hair, and she loves it too!. Try it!

This product is ok. I like the tea tree triple treat better. If your hair tends to be on the oily side I would recommend the triple tea tree.

I have been using this shampoo for a few years, and it is great for my curly hair! My husband recently ran out of his shampoo, and once he tried mine, he started using it too. It has a nice, light smell and lathers well with a small amount of product. I often use various other products (mousse, gel, frizz serum), and this shampoo really removes the residue without over-drying my hair. There are times when I wash my hair multiple times in a day (because of going to the gym or swimming), and I never have had a problem using this gentle product.The value is comparable to buying it at my local organic store, but the subscribe and save discount gives the edge to buying it online.