I always try to avoid going in this shop when I’m in the mall. It’s not because I don’t like it, it’s because the sales lady are so aggressive and that scares me. That’s partially true, it’s really because I don’t want to end up with more new soaps or lotions.
But I did end up shopping here online. It was because of the great price they had on the FitFlops. I also added a purchase of Coconut Lime Verbena shampoo to my order. My favorite scents is the Signature Classics “Country Apple” or “Sun-Ripen Raspberry”. But this time, I thought I try something new and went with their new “Signature Collection“.
I think the label caught my attention. Pictures of limes and coconut, reminded me of some place tropical and breezy. And verbena also makes good tea.
In the herbal world, verbena is suppose to have nice lemony scent. And initially the Bath & Body Works scent for this combination was very pleasing. But after I used it to wash my hair, I noticed how strong and powdery it smelled. Not like refreshing citrus, but more floral. Almost too overpowering and artificial. So I just used a small amount.
As far as how well it worked, it left my hair very shiny and smooth. At one time I got some shampoo running into my eyes, and it was painful! I don’t remember washing my hair with anything that stings that much. As my usual shampoo recently has been pure liquid Castile soap with peppermint oil and aloe vera.
But the final verdict came when I used it for the third time and the next day my scalp had two small red itchy patches. It was scary! I then applied some Rosa Mosqueta oil from Aubrey’s Organic to bring my scalp back to normal.
I don’t know if my scalp is just too sensitive after using all these natural brands and just won’t take well to new products. Or maybe there is some scary ingredient in the “Signature Collection” that caused my skin to become irritated. I just don’t think I will be using this shampoo again. Maybe to wash my hands with them instead.
On another note: I also don’t want to make this a negative review for this product. As I think other shoppers who had used it and they love it. It has worked well for their hair, but just not for my scalp.
Image source: Bath & Body Works® Signature Collection: Moisturizing Shampoo Coconut Lime Verbena
