akkua Calming Hinoki Shampoo Reviews

Name: Calming Hinoki Shampoo
Brand: akkua
Rating: 4.27 (48 reviews)

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깜찍마리
Oct 22, 2022
Combination Skin
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Pros
(Hwahae Trial Reviewer review (The review took longer than the writing period because I wanted to confirm the symptoms for one more day. I'm sorry.) The first one is vegan!!!!!! I hope more vegan products will be released in the future. The lather is also great. The second is the fragrance!!!! It's a real hinoki scent. It's luxurious like a woody or hinoki-famous perfume. If it had been deep, even if the fragrance was good, it would have been burdensome. But since it's light, it doesn't clash with the season. The longevity was also good, with a strong scent for about an hour and then a subtle lingering fragrance afterwards. The third is the pumping amount!!! I tried it twice and once, and one pump was enough. The fourth is the transparent case!! It was convenient to be able to check the contents inside. Finally, the softness! The hair feels good even with just shampoo. Of course, you have to brush it, but the difference from not using conditioner was not significant. It seems that the oil content is the reason for this.)
Cons
Unfortunately, there were two major drawbacks that prevent me from recommending this product. First, it makes my hair greasy very quickly. Even if I shampoo in the morning before work, my hair will look limp and oily like it's been two days since I last washed it within 3 hours. The oiliness seems to be unusually severe. Whenever I use this shampoo, people comment that my hair looks greasy. By the time I get off work, my hair is just evenly coated in oil, which can be quite embarrassing at times. I've been using this product consistently since receiving it, and have tried various methods to address the issue - using a treatment or conditioner, air drying my hair, pre-shampooing, letting the shampoo sit before rinsing, and avoiding hair essence. But nothing seems to work. I even tried using a different shampoo for a day and then going back to this one, but the problem persisted. The other issue is that it has made my scalp more sensitive. After using this shampoo, I've developed redness and clogged pores on my scalp in multiple areas. This makes my scalp itchy, and I find myself unconsciously scratching it. I've tried washing my hair gently and in a scalp-friendly manner, but the symptoms immediately improved once I stopped using the product.
Tip
It seems like this product might be a good fit for those with extremely dry scalp or abundant hair volume who want to achieve a more balanced, calm look. For reference, my hair volume is average, and my hair strands are on the finer side. I haven't had any hair treatments in the past 3 months, and my scalp type is on the drier side.

연듀두두둥
Oct 21, 2022
Combination Skin
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Pros
🌿I have a neutral scalp and wash my hair daily. When I'm busy, I just shampoo and apply hair oil, but I usually use a hair treatment. 🌱The packaging is pretty. 🌱The fragrance is not overpowering and has a subtle, pleasant scent. The scent doesn't linger too strongly after washing. 🌱It's a vegan shampoo with good ingredients. 🌱With shampoos that have good ingredients, the lather is often lacking or the cleansing feeling is insufficient, but this one lathers well and rinses cleanly, leaving a nice finish. 🌱My hair doesn't feel stiff after using this shampoo.
Cons
The price-to-volume ratio is a bit disappointing. For those with long hair, it seems to run out quickly, even if you haven't used it that many times.
Tip
This is a great shampoo to quickly wash your hair in the morning when you don't have time for a full hair treatment routine. You can just rinse and apply some hair oil and be on your way!

야니아넷
Oct 21, 2022
Dry Skin
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Pros
First, I really liked the package design! The fact that it's vegan was also good. The fragrance seems closer to a floral perfume than hinoki. It lathers well, and after showering with this product, my hair immediately became incredibly silky! I was amazed that it also gave my hair a natural volume!
Cons
After using it daily for about a week, my hair seemed to get oily quite quickly, probably because it became so silky. It works better not to use it alone, but to use a cleansing product for the first shampoo and then use this as the second shampoo.
Tip
I shampoo my hair twice, and this was perfect to use for the second shampoo!

maigre
Oct 21, 2022
Oily SkinSensitive Skin
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Pros
♡Since my hair is slightly curly, it tends to be a bit fluffy after washing. But when I use this, my hair becomes much calmer! It seems to help make my hair softer. ♡I have an oily scalp, but after using this, my hair doesn't get greasy even a day later. It seems to help control the oil to some extent! ♡I liked the subtle woody scent. ♡The consistency is nicely fluid, so it's easy to squeeze out and use, and the lather is adequately rich, which was good.
Cons
♡It doesn't completely strip away the greasiness, but it seems to remove it to an appropriate degree - it's just about right. ♡The scent seems to be subtly strong, and the fragrance lingers in my hair almost all day after using it! ♡For some reason, I got a few pimples on my scalp after using this. But I think this may vary from person to person, so just keep that in mind! ♡The only downside is that it's a bit pricey... It would be great if the price was a little more affordable!
Tip
♡I think this would be a good choice for those who want to achieve a calmer, more composed hair texture!

잠자기전에
Oct 21, 2022
Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
- Texture: It is slightly thinner than a typical shampoo, with a lightweight, flowing feel rather than a dense, thick texture. - Lather: While the texture is on the thinner side, the lather it produces is very rich and voluminous. The lather is not dense and creamy, but rather light and airy, which makes it easy to handle when cleansing the scalp and hair. When swimming or playing in water, my hair often feels very stiff, but this shampoo seemed suitable for use in those situations as well. - Fragrance: I believe the fragrance is the standout feature of this product. It has a lovely, soft woody scent that lingers strongly even after rinsing. I could still detect the subtle woody aroma when I arrived at work after using it, which I really enjoyed. The fragrance perfectly matches the 'Hinoki' naming of the shampoo. - Cleansing Power: The cleansing power of this shampoo may be a divisive point. For dry or normal scalps, the cleansing is adequate, but it may not be suitable for oily scalps. While the hair feels soft and smooth, the scalp itself does not feel thoroughly cleansed. If you prefer a squeaky-clean, refreshed scalp feeling from your shampoo, this may not be the best choice.
Cons
- Volume & Price: The volume is quite small for a shampoo, and the price feels a bit high. It would be better if a larger size was available at a slightly lower price point. - Cleansing Power: The cleansing power is a bit lacking. It would be great if they could offer different versions with varying cleansing strengths, such as for dry or oily scalps. - Pump: Due to the small size of the bottle, the pump dispenses a slightly smaller amount per press, requiring multiple pumps.
Tip
I would recommend this to those who enjoy woody fragrances and have dry scalps. It's also a good option for those who frequently swim or play in water, as it can help maintain the softness of their hair without the need for a separate conditioner. The convenient size makes it easy to carry around as well.

벨라마미마미
Oct 21, 2022
Combination SkinSensitive Skin
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Pros
The lather is good and the shampoo is gentle when washing (about 2 pumps for short permed hair). It is less mentholated than the Black Bean shampoo I was using before, so my eyes don't sting and my face doesn't feel uncomfortable when shampooing. My hair falls out much less. The ingredients are significantly better than regular shampoos. The price and volume are similar or slightly more expensive than existing anti-hair loss shampoos. Using discounts would be a good idea. The packaging is nice. The volume is not too heavy to carry to the swimming pool.
Cons
You have to use a conditioner after shampooing. As an anti-hair loss shampoo, the hair texture may have to be compromised a bit. My hair texture is already an issue (by the way, I go swimming a lot...so the hair texture is already compromised), and after shampooing, the hair feels stiff. It has 3 harmful ingredients, which is more than the 1 in the Black Bean shampoo I was using before. It feels stiffer than the Black Bean shampoo.
Tip
I will update the review after using it for a month.

Jieun p
Oct 21, 2022
Combination SkinSensitive Skin
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Pros
The texture has a slightly viscous essence-like feel. It's a bit thinner than typical shampoos. For my hair length, which reaches below the collarbone, and moderate hair volume, I only needed to pump 2-3 times to get a rich lather, depending on how well I had wetted my hair. At first, I was worried that even after rinsing thoroughly, my hair wouldn't feel squeaky clean, and the strong fragrance might cause scalp irritation. But after using it for a week, I didn't experience any issues. The positives were that even with strong water pressure, the shampoo gently cleansed the roots without making my hair feel greasy or causing breakouts. I used to use a sebum-controlling shampoo in the mornings to prevent midday oiliness, but I no longer needed that with this shampoo. Rinsing out conditioner can be a hassle, and I worry about back acne, so I often skip it, but this shampoo works well on its own. The fragrance is pleasant, the bottle size is convenient for travel, and it's great for taking to the pool.
Cons
Those who prefer a more invigorating finish may find this shampoo unfamiliar. However, it does maintain the hair in a very clean state. Using a hair brush along with this shampoo can add a bit more of that refreshing feel.

sso:-)
Oct 21, 2022
Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
I'm so grateful to have been selected as a Hwahae Trial Reviewer and given the opportunity to use this shampoo. Product Experience Good⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Even though it's an oily product, I was worried that it might get sticky or not lather well, but to my pleasant surprise, it lathered nicely and didn't get sticky at all. During the trial period, I didn't use any conditioner, but my hair still felt soft and healthier. No Irritation ❌ I've heard that products that feel squeaky clean can actually be irritating to the scalp, but this one wasn't irritating at all. It was gentle and comfortable to use, and I plan to continue using it. Product Volume and Design The size looks small, but I used it generously and it's barely gone down, so it's a great value. The package design is also very pretty and convenient to bring when traveling.
Cons
The only thing I found slightly inconvenient was that the cap was a bit difficult to open at first.

행복한동행으로
Oct 21, 2022
Combination Skin
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Pros
I don't like strongly scented products, so I'm glad the cypress aroma is subtle. The pump dispenses a soft, rich lather with a smooth texture that feels pleasant. I had some Hwahae Trial Reviewers try it, and they said it left their hair smooth and soft without needing a conditioner. Their hair definitely feels silky.
Cons
The oily texture makes it seem like it might run off. I think it would only be worth buying if it's discounted.
Tip
It's transparent and a bit runny, so after one pump, I work up a lather and massage it into the front of my scalp a few times, then pump it again and work it into the back, gathering my hair up on top before rinsing it all out gently.

차머타
Oct 20, 2022
Combination SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
I have an oily scalp and straight hair! - Scent is great! When I heard it was a hinoki scent, I immediately thought of the Laneige scent, but it's really the same!! The hinoki scent from my hair is much nicer than when I'm shampooing, and I feel happy every time I smell the fragrance. - Abundant lather! I was worried the lather wouldn't be good since it's vegan, but the lather is not weak, it's a rich, creamy lather - it's amazing!! - Cleansing power is above average! These days, there are a lot of scalp-care shampoos that cleanse the oily scalp thoroughly, and compared to those, this may be lacking, but it's not worse than regular products and actually feels above average! - Texture The texture is on the runny side. I don't have a strong preference for texture, so it doesn't bother me.
Cons
- The volume is too small.. I like everything else, but the price seems a bit high compared to the volume.