I finally tried the sulfate-free sea buckthorn shampoo I'd been eyeing, and it's been worth the wait: it's almost flawless.

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I've been eyeing this sulfate-free shampoo for ages, but my first encounter with the brand didn't exactly blow me away. I tried several of their shampoos, conditioners, and masks, but nothing really seemed to work for my blonde locks. So, when I got a recommendation to try the Natura Siberica Olive Oil 'Nourishment and Recovery' Shampoo with a laminating effect for damaged and brittle hair, I was a bit skeptical. But, today I'm here to share my thoughts on it.

Natura Siberica Olive Oil 'Nourishment and Recovery' Shampoo with a laminating effect for damaged and brittle hair

Natura Siberica Olive Oil 'Nourishment and Recovery' Shampoo with a laminating effect for damaged and brittle hair Where to buy: OZON, WB, Yandex Market, and other stores.Price: 302 rubles.Volume: 500 ml.Country of origin: Russia.Shelf life: 12 months after opening.

Siberian Oil Shampoo & Conditioner Duo with Laminating Effect for Damaged and Weak Hair Siberian Oil Shampoo & Conditioner Duo with Laminating Effect for Damaged and Weak HairMain Product Info

I've got to say, I was drawn to the Siberian Oil Shampoo & Conditioner Duo from Natura Siberica because it's labeled as a professional product, but it feels more like something you'd find in a mass-market store - and that's not necessarily a bad thing. Here's what the seller has to say about it on their website:

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Siberian Oil Shampoo for damaged and weak hair Natura Siberica Professional provides intense restoration and scalp cleansing, moisturizing, and easy combing. It gives strengthening, nourishing, and makes strands thick, strong, smooth, and well-groomed. The laminating shampoo helps with hair breakage, fluffiness, and split ends. The vitamin and protein-rich vegan formula, made with herbal extracts, works as a thickening and reconstructive hair care treatment for smooth locks.

Now, let's talk about the argan oil nourishing shampoo for hair shine. This stuff is a game-changer - it's got both cleansing and smoothing effects that leave my hair feeling silky smooth. One of the things I love about this shampoo is that it's suitable for the whole family, from adults to young girls and even teenagers. I've been using it for a week now, and I've noticed a huge difference in my hair texture. It's perfect for dry, wavy, and porous hair, as well as for thin, damaged, and brittle hair. It even works wonders for normal hair, leaving it feeling soft and manageable. The shampoo has a gentle, non-stripping formula that's free from harsh chemicals, making it perfect for daily use. The combination of Siberian pine extract, argan oil, flaxseed, and sea buckthorn creates a nourishing blend that's rich in biotins, proteins, and vitamins C, A, and E. These ingredients work together to restore hair density and give it a healthy, natural shine. I've been using it in the shower, and I've noticed that it lathers really well and rinses out easily. The packaging is also eco-friendly and sustainable, which is a big plus for me. Overall, I'm really impressed with this shampoo and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a natural, effective solution for their hair care needs.

Shampoo Natura Siberica Sea Buckthorn 'Nourishment and Recovery' with a laminating effect for damaged and weakened hairShampoo Natura Siberica Sea Buckthorn 'Nourishment and Recovery' with a laminating effect for damaged and weakened hairIngredients:

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I was blown away by the sheer number of natural ingredients Aqua with infusions of: Siberian Pine Needle Extract*, Snowy Reindeer Lichen Extract*, Moroccan Argan Kernel Oil*, Linseed Seed Oil*, Siberian Diplazium Extract*, Kedrovaya Pine Needle Extract*, Damask Rose Flower Extract*, Arctic Raspberry Seed Extract, Sea Buckthorn Fruit Oil*, Sodium Coco-Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Lauryl Glucoside, Panthenol, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A), Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Biotin (Vitamin H), Hippophae Rhamnoidesamidopropyl Betaine, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Chloride, Benzoic Acid, Sorbic Acid, Citric Acid, Parfum. (*) - organic ingredients

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Siberica's Sea Buckthorn Shampoo & Conditioner with nourishing and repairing effect for damaged and weakened hairPackaging – either the standard plastic bottle or, like mine, a refillable block (doy-pack) for pouring into a new bottle. The doy-pack holds 500 ml, while the bottles are 300 ml. Both formats have similar designs – colorful patterns on a blue background. Instead of a dosing cap, it has a regular nozzle with a protective ring for easier pouring into another bottle.

Siberica's Cranberry Shampoo for Damaged Hair with a Laminating Effect Siberica's Cranberry Shampoo for Damaged Hair with a Laminating Effect On the back of the packaging, you'll find all the necessary information about the product, manufacturer, ingredients, usage recommendations, and the date of release. The brand awards and credentials are listed on the front, to the right.

Siberica's Cranberry Shampoo for Damaged Hair with a Laminating Effect Siberica's Cranberry Shampoo for Damaged Hair with a Laminating Effect I was also impressed to find that Siberica offers variations of their cranberry range for colored, oily, and other hair types. Alongside the shampoo, the series includes a balm and a mask – maybe even more products.

Siberica's Oblique Berry Shampoo "Nourishment and Recovery" with a laminating effect for weakened and damaged hairTexture is a semi-transparent liquid, medium viscosity, and slightly thinner. I read that in the travel pack, the manufacturer intentionally makes the texture more liquid than in the bottles for easier pouring.Color - orange, semi-transparent, without shimmer or additional additives or pearl.

Siberica's Oblique Berry Shampoo "Nourishment and Recovery" with a laminating effect for weakened and damaged hair Siberica's Oblique Berry Shampoo "Nourishment and Recovery" with a laminating effect for weakened and damaged hairFragrance, if I'm honest, really caught my attention - people raved about it. To me, though, it was a bit of a letdown: yes, there's a hint of bilberry, but still, it's far from the amazing scent I was expecting. It's more chemical or like something you'd find in a medication. Not at all the delicious, expected aroma my brain had conjured up after reading countless reviews. I won't say it impressed me - it's just okay. Luckily, the fragrance isn't overpowering when using a mask or balm, so it's tolerable.

Siberian Natura Olive Oil Shampoo & Conditioner for Damaged Hair with Laminating Effect Siberian Natura Olive Oil Shampoo & Conditioner for Damaged Hair with Laminating Effect My hair

It's a bit of a mess - partially bleached with powder, cut as needed, the rest (from the roots) is highlighted with dye. I'm a blonde, and you know what they say: blonde hair is high maintenance and dry, brittle, and a nightmare to comb through. So, I need a shampoo that's gentle on my locks and doesn't strip my scalp.

My hair type is a mix of dry and oily - dry on the ends and oily at the roots. And to make things worse, my scalp is sensitive and prone to allergic reactions.

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My experience with the product

The lather from this shampoo is a bit weak at first, but that's just how I am with sulfate-free shampoos. It takes a minute or two to build up, and even then, it's not as thick as I'd like. By the time I grabbed my phone to take some pics, it had pretty much disappeared from my hair:

Siberian Natura Olive Oil Shampoo & Conditioner with Laminating Effect for Damaged and Weakened Hair Siberian Natura Olive Oil Shampoo & Conditioner with Laminating Effect for Damaged and Weakened Hair

I have to say, the second wash was a big improvement - the lather was more noticeable and easier to work with. I was able to get a good amount of lather all the way down my hair, and it was still easy to rinse out. The lather itself was soft, airy, and puffy, but it didn't last long - it disappeared in just a few minutes.

Siberian Natura Olive Oil Shampoo & Conditioner with Laminating Effect for Damaged and Weakened Hair Siberian Natura Olive Oil Shampoo & Conditioner with Laminating Effect for Damaged and Weakened Hair One thing that really stood out to me was how easily the lather rinsed out - it didn't require a lot of water, and it left my hair feeling clean and refreshed. Overall, I'm really impressed with this shampoo and conditioner combo. Siberica's Cranberry Shampoo for Nutrition and Recovery with a laminating effect for damaged and weakened hair Siberica's Cranberry Shampoo for Nutrition and Recovery with a laminating effect for damaged and weakened hair

When I wash my hair, it's silky, obedient, and smooth. I was surprised to find that it doesn't tangle and glides easily through my fingers. There's also this sensation that each hair strand is being coated with something. I've experienced something similar when using certain types of herbs for hair rinses. When my hair is smooth, shiny, and has a coating effect, I love it - but I've never gotten this result from a shampoo before. It's super convenient to apply a hair mask to a towel, lightly blotting out excess moisture:

Siberica's Cranberry Shampoo "Nourishment and Recovery" with laminating effect for weakened and damaged hair Siberica's Cranberry Shampoo "Nourishment and Recovery" with laminating effect for weakened and damaged hair Cleansing properties are top-notch. This shampoo gets the job done quickly and easily. I was actually surprised, considering I'd previously tried sulfate-free shampoos without much enthusiasm for them. But this one delivers great cleaning and a pleasant feel, despite the lack of excessive foam. Not every shampoo, even those with sulfates or professional ones, can achieve such smoothness, manageability, and a sense of wrapping the hair.

My scalp feels clean after the second rinse, and I'm not entirely sure how effective the shampoo is on the first try. My hair and scalp don't get all dried out and brittle. Instead, the shampoo seems to gently work its magic on them.

This shampoo does a great job of removing natural dirt, sebum, city grime, styling product residue, and other cosmetic buildup without causing itchiness, redness, flakiness, or any signs of allergic reactions or personal intolerance. I'm prone to those issues with skincare products, but this shampoo has been a pleasant exception.

Natura Siberica Cranberry Shampoo "Nourishment and Recovery" with a laminating effect for damaged and weakened hair Natura Siberica Cranberry Shampoo "Nourishment and Recovery" with a laminating effect for damaged and weakened hairAfter washing, I feel a sense of lightness and freshness, plus a subtle root volume without any greasiness.

I haven't had to wash my hair as often since using this shampoo. I now wash it every two or three days, depending on how dirty it gets.

Natura Siberica Cranberry Shampoo "Nourishment and Recovery" with a laminating effect for damaged and weakened hairLong-term effects I haven't noticed with this shampoo. There might be a slight effect, but it's definitely not noticeable. Honestly, I don't expect much from a shampoo in terms of long-term effects – just good cleaning is enough for me.

Color retention this shampoo doesn't promise and it doesn't deliver! Despite its bright color, I haven't noticed any warm or orange tones appearing in my blonde hair. My hair doesn't lose as much color from this shampoo as it does from a regular hair mask, which is great. So, if you're not too fussed about color retention, this shampoo is fine. Just be aware that it's not designed for color-treated hair.

Impact on length is gentle, delicate, and non-damaging. I'd say it's probably thanks to the lack of sulfates and harsh surfactants. My hair feels like it's being wrapped in a gentle hug, even while it's still wet.

Natura Siberica Blueberry "Nourishment and Recovery" shampoo with a laminating effect for damaged and weakened hairMy hair has a lovely shine, especially noticeable in the daylight. It doesn't tangle, break, or frizz during styling, and the ends are looking great too. To the touch, it's not dry or brittle - of course, that's with the help of some extra care products (conditioner or balm, mask, or leave-in treatments). But this shampoo is a must-have for every wash, even on its own. The laminating effect is definitely there (from what I understand, it's all about wrapping the hair in a super-shiny layer):

Natura Siberica Blueberry "Nourishment and Recovery" shampoo with a laminating effect for damaged and weakened hairImpact on scalp was a pleasant surprise - no negative consequences whatsoever. The shampoo didn't cause any allergic reactions, individual intolerance, or seborrhea in me.

My hair looks great even without direct sunlight - it's shiny, smooth, and doesn't tangle:

Siberica's Cranberry Shampoo 'Nourishment and Recovery' with a laminating effect for weakened and damaged hair Cost-effectiveness is a big plus, as this shampoo is economical to use and doesn't break the bank like some professional lines do. I get 500ml, which lasts me two or more months, even with my daily washing schedule. You can use it every time or alternate if you prefer.

At just 302 rubles on sale, that's 500ml for the price! I'm really impressed with the quality and how it's worked on my hair. I'll definitely be repurchasing.

The benefits of Siberica's Cranberry Shampoo 'Nourishment and Recovery' with a laminating effect for weakened and damaged hair:

Amazing shine; It gently and effectively cleans my hair and scalp; My hair doesn't tangle; It doesn't dry out the length; No itchiness or dandruff; It doesn't require more frequent washing; You can use it daily; It smooths out my hair and coats each strand; Economical usage; Affordable price; There are different volumes and types of hair for the range.

The drawbacks:

It has a strong scent; It doesn't lather much in the first wash.

Siberica's Cranberry Shampoo 'Nourishment and Recovery' with a laminating effect for damaged and weakened hairVerdict:

I've got to say, Siberica's Cranberry Shampoo 'Nourishment and Recovery' with a laminating effect for damaged and weakened hair is a fantastic sulfate-free shampoo that comes in a range of options for different hair types and quantities. It leaves my hair with an amazing shine, smooths out any tangles, and coats each strand beautifully. Plus, it gently and effectively cleans my hair and scalp without causing any itchiness or allergic reactions, and it doesn't weigh my hair down or make it look greasy.

My only two gripes are that the scent isn't as pleasant as I expected, but I guess that's just a case of 'expectation vs. reality' rather than a major flaw. And, it doesn't produce much lather in the first wash.

Despite that, I'm not going to dock any points. I'd still highly recommend it, and I'm giving it a solid 5 stars from me!