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Oyin Handmade Honey Wash

8 oz | Cleanser, Sulfate-Free Shampoo
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Oyin is the Yoruba word for honey so you know we take honey pretty seriously around here -- and for good reaso...

Approximate price: $12.00
Availablity: Drugstore, CurlMart

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Oyin is the Yoruba word for honey so you know we take honey pretty seriously around here -- and for good reason! It's a fabulous moisturizer, conditioner, and toner for both skin and hair. For this all-purpose, luxurious cleansing product, we add a generous dollop of honey's golden goodness to pure, organic castille soap... swirl in organic aloe vera gel and add a few drops of skin-loving oils like jojoba and walnut seed. Head To Toe HoneyWash is a smoothly lathering, moisturizing mild wash for skin, hair, face, or body. Results? Silky smooth skin, smoothly clean hair, happy delicious self. Makes an excellent ultra-moisturizing shampoo. For body, HoneyWash lathers best on a bath poof or loofah. Naturally Preserved. Sweet honey scent.

Product Attributes: moisture
Saponified Organic Oils of Cocos nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Simmondsia chinensis (Jojoba) Seed, and Olea europa (Olive), Aloe barbadensis Leaf Juice (Organic), Honey, Simmondsia chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Juglans regia (Walnut) Seed Oil, Glycerin, Citrus grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Camellia sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Acacia Gum, Algin (Sodium Alginate), Rosemary Extract, Fragrance.

Ingredient Attributes: silicone free, sulfate free, paraben free, organic, protein free
  • jeanbulyaba
  • via CurlMart
  • Type 3b
Curl Rating: 2
Apr 03, 2013
If you are looking for something that will clean your hair and your scalp without suds but with the feeling of suds then go ahead and spend your money. I didn't like this because when the shampoo was in my hair with the water it felt great. Web I rinse it out my hair was squeaky clean but it felt like everything had been removed from the hair. I guess that makes it a great clarifier. My second problem was this - I usually finger detangle before shampooing and then lightly use a comb after when applying my conditioner. I couldn't do that with this. The hair closest to the roots had matted and I had to take my time and detangle all over again after shampooing. It's too too strong of a stringent for me and zero slip when rinsed out.
  • jeanbulyaba
  • via CurlMart
  • Type 3b
Curl Rating: 2
Apr 03, 2013
If you are looking for something that will clean your hair and your scalp without suds but with the feeling of suds then go ahead and spend your money. I didn't like this because when the shampoo was in my hair with the water it felt great. Web I rinse it out my hair was squeaky clean but it felt like everything had been removed from the hair. I guess that makes it a great clarifier. My second problem was this - I usually finger detangle before shampooing and then lightly use a comb after when applying my conditioner. I couldn't do that with this. The hair closest to the roots had matted and I had to take my time and detangle all over again after shampooing. It's too too strong of a stringent for me and zero slip when rinsed out.
  • donyae123
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  • Type 3a
Curl Rating: 1
Mar 17, 2013
So , I've just finish washing my hair... An ...... I HATED IT! I am absolutely shocked because I've heard good things about This product an it's horrible ! While I was washing my hair It made my hair hard instantly an I had to re shampoo My hair with my carols daughter TUI sulfate free shampoo In order for my hair softness to return an that still didn't do it But when I conditioned it made a difference it brought My normal hair texture back.. I would not recommend the product To any one one of the other things I hated was that it smelled Horrible. I absolutely disliked everything about it.!
  • natural7ly
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  • Type 3b
Curl Rating: 5
Jan 18, 2013
Well, it's true...everyone's hair is SO different. I read so many bad reviews on this wash that I almost didn't order it. Then I read one person say it reminded her of Dr. Bronner's castile soap, so I decided to try it because my low porosity hair loves Dr. Bronner's. Well... (drum roll...) I love this hair wash! Some people hate the smell? It smells like honey to me. I don't love or hate it. It's just a honey scent to me. Bottom line, it cleanses gently, leaves the oils in my hair, and softens my hay-like texture. Everything is not for everyone. That saying is SO true. Decide for yourself. Listen to your hair, especially if it is low porosity and difficult to take in moisture. Follow this with a good moisturizing, protein-free conditioner (if you are also protein sensitive like I am) and you are good to go. Follow with a creamy leave-in and a dab of oil or a butter and you will be in soft hair heaven.
  • chefdashia
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  • Type 3b
Curl Rating: 1
Nov 02, 2012
this shampoo does not leave your hair feeling very clean at all. its thin and watery...not good for 4c hair .
  • beautymarked227
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  • Type 3a
Curl Rating: 1
May 19, 2012
WORST SMELL AND WORST SHAMPOO!!!! Wish I could rate this a zero! Ughhhhhhhhhhh I have between 3c-4b hair and this crap made my hair feel stiff, tangled and brittle! I heard a lot of great things about this product and saw that it was on the 10 best shampoo's! That was and is false advertisement! This crap is the WORST shampoo everrrrrrrrrrrr!!!! I do not see what people like about this crap and the smell is the WORST! It smells like vomit! YUCK I thought it would smell something like honey! smh
  • marybeth
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Curl Rating: 1
Mar 29, 2012
I can't believe this shampoo is under the 10 Best Shampoo's category. This is the worst shampoo I have ever used. After I rinsed it out of my hair, my hair was so stiff I could not even run my fingers through it. I think there is way too much honey in this product. Second day hair is completely flat. Honey makes your hair stiff and heavy, I do not recommend at all. I have type 3 hair.
  • woodasr
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Curl Rating: 1
Feb 19, 2012
This did not dry my hair out. I purchased it directly from Oyin, and kept it stored in the refrigerator. I have had it for only a couple of months. This product smelled like vomit to me and the smell lingered in my hair. I know my co-workers in my direct vicinity noticed when I washed with this product and had a violent negative reaction to the smell. If it were not for the wretched smell, I would have given it 4 stars.
  • blboston8
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  • Type 3a
Curl Rating: 4
Jan 27, 2012
This can be drying, but it is so nice and gentle. It does spoil, which could cause a prob. for me b/c I am just a big ol' product junkie and I like to rotate and have a Lot of products to do so with. However, this stuff is tops.
  • crazymeg1
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  • Type 3b
Curl Rating: 5
Sep 22, 2011
Love this stuff. I use it on my hair & face. Will not go back to anything else this is the best. My whole head is happy for the first time in my life. The smell grows on you if you give it a chance.
  • evelynnalfred
  • Type 4a
Curl Rating: 4
Jul 11, 2011
This product reminds me of a mild Dr. Bronner's. My hair didn't feel stripped after using it. They offer different shampoo scents, so you can choose a smell that suits you. I have the Coco Mango.
  • eshep91
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  • Type 4b
Curl Rating: 4
May 06, 2011
I use this as a body wash. Makes good lather and my skin feels soo nice and soft afterwards. The smell is tolerable.
  • jessebaby7
  • via CurlMart
  • Type 4a
Curl Rating: 2
Apr 21, 2011
My hair felt tangling and just blah idk like the smell will use it as a body wash.
  • amph327
  • Type 2a
Curl Rating: 5
Jan 11, 2011
Omg! I found the best shampoo for me. I love honey and make my own conditioners with it but wanted to try something knew. I hot this with the conditioner and the frank juice. Awesome. The shampoo is rich and I've been reading review about it smell bad, no it don't. I love it. Before I wash, I spray my hair with a mixture of water, glycerin, jojoba oils and wen sweet almond oil which gives my hair a soft feeling then I apply the shampoo. Amazing outcome.
  • CrescentCityQT
  • Type 3c
Curl Rating: 2
Jan 05, 2011
This is an okay wash but the smell makes me not want to use it. I use it maybe once a week but no more than that because it seems like it really does strip the hair. The smell is really why I won't be buying this again.
  • kadreath
  • Type 3a
Curl Rating: 5
Dec 19, 2010
i am so glad i tried this out. leaves my hair clean but not dried out. i like that i can use as a body wash, too. the smell is delicious
  • elleisNOTherHAIR
  • Type 3c
Curl Rating: 4
Oct 28, 2010
I prefer the poo bar. This can also be used oh a loofah as a bodywash which feels great. Not my favorite poo but still nice to have if I run out of the bar.
  • WavyCurlyV
  • Type 3c
Curl Rating: 1
Jan 11, 2010
Awful...Just plain awful. This left my 3c hair TANGLED and dry.
  • Alexjoujou
  • Type 3a
Curl Rating: 2
Jan 08, 2010
Firstly the smell. Oh my GOD. Euckhghgh. Terrible. Extremely unappealing. I did try to use it though--made my hair completely tangled and straw like. Its the only product other than baking soda that has ever done that. When I managed to de tangle and condition it was very soft (hence the 2 curls) but it was not for me. Love some of the other Oyin stuff but this was awful for my very fine and thin hair that's porous.
  • divinelight360
  • Type 4b
Curl Rating: 4
Jan 08, 2010
Overall, I like how it hydrates my hair. I did the BC one month ago so I have only tried Giovanni 50/50 products. I like this much better because my hair is soft and moisturized. The smell is a little strong from the hemp but the honey gives a sweet fragrance. Maybe I will try the fig and cedar scent from Oyin later. I would purchase this again and the price is reasonable.
  • MzCJA
  • Type 4a
Curl Rating: 4
Oct 06, 2009
Worked great as a gentle cleanser and body wash. I love the black cedar fig & coco-mango scented one.
  • dartarro_21
  • Type 3a
Curl Rating: 4
Jun 20, 2009
I have short mostly 3a hair, but also a mix of 2a-3b, & I love how soft & silky it makes it. it takes out the frizz & keeps moisture so well that all I need is my Diva Dryer & pea sized amount of curl gel & I'm good to go. the back/bottom part of my hair is pretty straight, so the moisture also helps me be able to style it more easily. The only bad part is that it's hard to see foam, so it feels like you need a lot, & my hair does get a bit thick/gunky after too many washes (also makes my blonde a bit brassy), but I fix that by using a regular color-lock shampoo about once a month to get it fresh & fix the color. Even though I use a lot it has lasted me quite a few months as well.
  • laurabeth33
  • Type 2b
  • Official Reviewer
Curl Rating: 1
Nov 11, 2008
Left my hair squeaky clean (not a good thing because squeaking suggests both buildup and too drying) and my face at my hairline irritated (felt "hot" for hours afterward
  • Pwnie
Curl Rating: 2
Oct 05, 2008
Must be shaken before use: consistency of water, difficult to distribute through hair. It made my shoulder-length 3A hair difficult to comb through, thick and straw-like to the touch. It dried soft with a moderate amount of residue around the crown. Does not rinse out clean. On top of all that, the packaging is not waterproof, and the ink from the label will come off all over your hands. Smells a bit like pungent hemp and cinnamon. Not a repurchase.
  • anonymous
  • Type 3a
Curl Rating: 5
Jul 18, 2008
This was great on my fine frizzy hair, especially in the humid weather we are having now. I felt that I didn't need much conditioner. I still love my Kinky Curly Come Clean Shampoo, but will use this on alternate days. I used Kinky Curly Knot Today and Quidad Climate Control with it. This all worked great together. I have fought my hair for years and this is great. No frizz without silicones or build-up! For the client who complained about ordering, if you order your products from the Naturally Curly website you never have a problem with anything.
  • anonymous
  • Type 3a
  • Official Reviewer
Curl Rating: 5
May 12, 2008
A wonderfully gentle and moisturizing hair wash.
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Our Rating System explained…
Curl Rating: 5 5 Curls: Results were consistently dreamy. Worth repurchasing in large sizes.
Curl Rating: 4 4 Curls: Results were better than most. Would repurchase, just not in bulk.
Curl Rating: 3 3 Curls: Some redeeming qualiities but inconsistent or an incomplete solution. Repurchasing hesitancy.
Curl Rating: 2 2 Curls: Had at least one positive trait, but the negative outweighted the positive(s) without question.
Curl Rating: 1 1 Curl: If I were stuck on a desert island, and this product was the only one available, I'd make my own stuff on the island.