Nopalara Balance and Repair Shampoo Bar was a unique experience for me. Not only have I never used a bar shampoo before, but I’ve never used a product with balancing, repairing, and strengthening properties.
First, the smell was very light and fresh. It wasn’t quite floral, more of an aromatic smell if anything.
Second, the texture was just like your typical liquid shampoo once you got the bar wet. I would get the bar wet in the shower and then rub the bar directly to my hair, making sure to get the top, sides, and underneath. Getting enough product to clean my hair only took a few passes. I was left with a beautiful lather, allowing me to completely clean my hair and scalp using a lot less product than I would typically use with a liquid shampoo.
Now, onto the results. After shampooing, my hair was squeaky clean. After my first use, I was nervous; my hair was stripped of its natural oils, but that wasn’t the case at all. Coincidently enough, once dried, my hair was soft, clean, and impeccably shiny.
In conclusion, I was extremely impressed with the shampoo in general and will most definitely continue to use it and restock once gone. The only reason I didn’t give it full stars is because I didn’t notice my hair being less oily. It’s worth noting that I didn’t expect those results as my oily scalp isn’t because of unhealthy habits or product buildup, it’s genetics pure and simple. This product was provided for promotional purposes in exchange for my honest review.