June 2025 Empties for the Hair and Body

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Surprisingly, I didn't use up a single skincare product in June, but instead just products for the hair and body. Of the 8 products that I used, there were 5 haircare products and three body products. 7 of the products were full-size, and one was a deluxe sample hair conditioner that came in a box of hair dye. I thoroughly enjoyed using each of these products and would happily use all of them again. However, I am currently swimming in shampoos and conditioners and won't buy any more until I use up a few more that I already have.

Herbatint Royal Conditioner ($16.99 for their Permanent Haircolor Gel from iHerb, Herbatint, Amazon, Walmart and Target): I recently discovered the Italian haircare company that makes what has become my very favorite hair dye. It is healthier than most permanent hair dyes and is far more forgiving on my scalp than most of the drugstore brands of hair color. I plan to review the Herbatint Permanent Haircolor Gel soon, but for now I want to state for the record that the Herbatint Royal Conditioner, that they include in their box of hair dye, is utterly covet-worthy. This lightweight conditioner, that you use immediately after coloring your hair, makes freshly colored hair soft, moisturized, smooth and shiny! Purchase Again? Without question! I bought 4 boxes when they were recently on sale!

Anihana Shampoo Bar in Manuka Honey & Almond ($9.97 from Anihana, Amazon): This delectably honey and almond scented shampoo bar forms a luscious creamy lather that thoroughly cleans the hair and it leaves behind no unwanted residue. It leaves hair clean, manageable and frizz-free. Purchase Again? Perhaps in the distant future when I don't have so many shampoos to use up first.

Anihana Conditioner Bar in Manuka Honey & Almond ($9.99 from Anihana, Amazon): This ultra-nourishing, and delectably honey and almond scented conditioning bar deeply conditions the hair without weighing it down. It leaves my curly hair manageable, frizz-free and shiny. Purchase Again? I would definitely use this again, but I have too many conditioners to use up first!

milk_shake leave-in conditioner in flower fragrance ($26.00 for 11.8 oz. from milk_shake and their Amazon Store): my latest discovery from this wonderful brand, and I can't say enough good things about it! I use leave-in conditioners every single day– I use them after I wash my hair and even on days when I don't since a good leave-in conditioner keeps my hair manageable and hydrated. This lovely leave-in detangles, offers my hair lasting hydration, and fights frizz and leaves my hair soft and shiny. It has a wonderful fragrance that is delectable and intoxicating, but if you don't use fragrant hair products, this one might not be for you. However, the aroma isn't imposing or distracting. It is formulated for all types of hair. Purchase Again? I already opened a new bottle! 

Philip B. Scent of Santa Fe Shampoo ($60.00 for 11.8 oz. from Philip B, Dermstore, Bloomingdale's): Philip B. Scent of Santa Fe Balancing Shampoo is a very hydrating and nourishing shampoo that is gentle enough for daily use, and it has the most incredible aroma punctuated by Sage and Juniper Berry. It smells like a beautiful Autumn day– which is an utter delight this time of year. It is suitable for all hair types, and it thoroughly cleanses without stripping the hair or scalp of their precious oils. Purchase Again? I have too many shampoos to use up first, but I would happily use this ultra-luxe shampoo again!

Baylis & Harding Natural Body Wash in Sea Kelp & Peppermint ($6.99 for 16.9 oz. from Target & Amazon): This heavenly body wash offers a refreshing reprieve from this sweltering summer heat. I run a lukewarm shower and use a body sponge to lather up this gorgeous refreshing aromatic body wash, and it is truly uplifting to the senses. The peppermint is tempered by the sea kelp, and it never overwhelms. This is my current go-to body wash, and it throughly cleans and leaves skin soft and never dry or stripped. Purchase Again? I just opened another bottle of their body wash! This British brand really knows how to make affordable luxury products!

Mrs. Meyer's Compassion Flower Hand Soap ($4.89-$5.12 for 12.5 oz. and a 3-pack for $14.64 from Amazon, Walmart and Target): This is not your typical floral scented hand soap, but instead the aroma is neither too sweet, nor too fragrant. It has a light and delicate floral aroma that is uplifting and understated. This is a very moisturizing hand soap that neither strips the skin, nor leaves behind an oily residue. Instead, it is utter hand soap perfection.  Purchase Again? I already opened another bottle!

LAVANILA The Healthy Deodorant in Vanilla & Earth ($12.00 for 2 oz. LAVANILA, Amazon, Target): This is a wonderful healthy deodorant formula that is effective, smells delicious and offers long-lasting protection. Available in a nice range of scents, their scrumptious smelling Healthy Deodorants offer odor protection all day long, and the healthy ingredients condition the skin. If you are seeking an antiperspirant, then be advised that this does not prevent sweating. This has been my favorite healthy deodorant for many years now, and I will use it as long as LAVANILA makes it. It applies to the skin effortlessly, without tugging, and it never leaves a residue or stain on the clothes. This is a cruelty-free brand and their deodorants are free of aluminum and parabens. It appears that they no longer make this particular scent, but their Pure Vanilla scent is actually my favorite– it is warm and creamy perfection, and I absolutely love it! Purchase Again? Without question!

 

Overall Assessment: While I didn't manage to finish a single skincare product, I think that I will finish up a couple of them next month. What did you use up, toss out, give away or return in June? Any amazing finds or duds to report?

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Anihana Shampoo Bar in Manuka Honey & Almond and Anihana Conditioner Bar in Manuka Honey & Almond

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Anihana Shampoo Bar in Manuka Honey & Almond and Anihana Conditioner Bar in Manuka Honey & Vanilla are two glorious, and sustainable, haircare products to clean and condition the hair effectively without waste and unnecessary packaging. This cruelty-free New Zealand brand is responsibly made, and such a treat to use.

Anihana makes thoughtfully crafted bath and body care to enhance wellbeing and much needed “me time.” Annihana is committed to being plastic-free with certified home compostable packaging.

Anihana Shampoo Bar in Manuka Honey & Almond ($9.99 from Anihana, Amazon, and Target): This delectably honey and almond scented shampoo bar forms a luscious creamy lather that thoroughly cleans the hair and it leaves behind no unwanted residue. It leaves hair clean, manageable and frizz-free.

According to Anihana,

A shampoo bar designed for regular hair. Our shampoo bars are made with safe ingredients that are not only good for you, but good for the environment.

With up to 80 washes per bar (dependent on hair length), that's up to 3 plastic bottles worth!

Directions: Wet the bar and your hair, run the bar from roots to tips a few times (you need less than you think) and massage hair to lather as you would a liquid shampoo. Rinse thoroughly. Store somewhere dry until next its next use. The Anihana shower shelf holds and drains three bars perfectly. 

Ingredients: Sodium Coco Sulfate (coconut derived), Water (infusion of lentils), Sweet Almond Oil, Citric Acid, Cocomidylpropyl Betaine, Manuka Honey, Natural (colourless) Henna, Glycerine, Honey Fragrance, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate.

Anihana Conditioner Bar in Manuka Honey & Almond ($9.99 from Anihana, Amazon and Target): This ultra-nourishing, and delectably honey and almond scented conditioning bar deeply conditions the hair without weighing it down. It leaves my curly hair manageable, frizz-free and shiny.

According to Anihana,

Lovingly crafted with safe ingredients to nourish and care for your hair. This conditioner bar is designed for regular hair types. With up to 80 uses per bar (dependent on hair length), that's up to 3 plastic bottles worth! 

Directions: After shampooing with your anihana shampoo bar. Wet the bar and run from roots to tips a few times (you need less than you think) and massage hair to lather as you would a liquid shampoo. Rinse thoroughly. Store somewhere dry until next its next use, our shower shelf holds and drains three anihana bars perfectly!

Ingredients: BTMS-25, Cetyl Alcohol, Castor Oil, Glycerine (vegetable), Coconut Oil, Cocoa Butter, Coco Caprylate, Pro Vitamin B5, Manuka Honey, Honey Fragrance, Vanilla Fragrance.

Overall Assessment: This beautiful set is cruelty-free, affordable, sustainable and a joy to use. 

$18.98 for the Shampoo & Conditioner Set from Anihana, Amazon and Target (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own. 

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