Mona M
- The post was made 1 weekRating: 4 out of 5Verifierad testare
Maybe not the best for treated hair...
...but I had absolutely no reactions to this, as I can with some products. 👋Thanks to LYKO for this test of By LykoPure CureScalp Balm 250 ml. 🙌If you, dear reader, have read my review of the shampoo in the same series, you know that it unfortunately did not work for my treated hair, even though it was good for the scalp and did not give me problems and reactions. But now it is the case that even if a shampoo is good for the scalp, it must almost also work for one's own specific hair type to feel optimal, and not just for one part of the head. ℹ️ What is very positive about this balm is that it contains a mild fruit acid (alpha-hydroxy acid) that does several positive things for the skin, including skin that is the scalp, also the one that is sensitive. And what is good for the scalp also is that this acid removes dead skin cells and can provide good moisture that gives the scalp care and recovery after the shampoo has cleansed away the impurities. And just like in the shampoo, this contains piroctone olamine, and these two products are designed to work in “cor”. The positive thing about this balm is that it contains some “tools” that are supposed to help the hair: 🛠️It provides light moisture without weighing the hair down. 🛠️It contains provitamin B5 (panthenol) which provides benefits for hair and scalp. 🛠️Panthenol is also supposed to act as a counterbalance to the cleansing effect of the shampoo. 👍The scent is light and pleasant, and not overpowering. As I mentioned in the review of the shampoo in the same series, the scent reminds me of the Eimi products. Not identical, but in the same vein. And that is positive. But for me, this balm was simply not enough to help soften the hair enough after I had used the shampoo in the same series. ⚡It did not give my treated hair enough moisture, and after the hair air-dried, it felt electric, and I had to use a bit of styling lotion to calm down the static electricity. So, unfortunately, this mix was not enough for my treated, and typically fine, Nordic hair, and had a bit too few nourishing ingredients to improve the hair after the shampoo. But now this is possibly not specifically intended to provide nourishment and care for hair that needs that little extra, but rather to work in the scalp together with the shampoo! And that is of course perfectly fine if you do not have hair like mine, which needs a little extra help. So for me, this balm simply was not enough. But maybe this is better for you if: 👍You need to calm an irritated scalp in conjunction with the shampoo. 👍You just want a light balm after the shampoo in the same series. 👍You need something that does not weigh the hair down. 👍You want an affordable price. If you need a lot of moisture for dry lengths, or an intensive repairing balm for damaged hair, then this is probably not quite optimal. But then LYKO has many other alternatives you can find. #LYKOINFLUTESTER #BYLYKO1 product in post Maybe not the best for treated hair...59 views - The post was made 1 weekRating: 3 out of 5Verifierad testare
Good for the scalp, but...
...unfortunately not for my hair. 👋Thanks to LYKO for this test of By LykoPure CureScalp Shampoo! This is a perfectly fine budget shampoo for those of you who have dandruff and a dry scalp, something I have at times. During the testing period, I had no particular major outbreaks, but I noticed that my scalp became clean and nice. So in that sense, it absolutely did its job! 🌸🌸The scent was mild and gentle, actually reminded me a bit of the Eimi products. Pleasant, not strong in scent. But I have a couple of points of criticism that I unfortunately can't overlook: I have treated hair, and this shampoo left my hair very dry and straw-like. Yes, you usually use conditioner afterwards, and that usually fixes the problem. But this shampoo left my hair seriously dry, something I don't usually struggle with that much. I tend to choose shampoos that are a bit nourishing for the hair, but not too nourishing, as that can leave the scalp oilier the next day. But here my hair felt like straw after I rinsed it out well, and before I applied the conditioner. After air drying, the dry feeling persisted, and my hair became frizzy and difficult to manage. This is supposed to be sulfate-free, and I have a lot of experience with sulfate-free shampoos and like them a lot. Here I had to use a bit more shampoo than my usual shampoo. After using the conditioner from the same series (separate review), the problem with the “straw feeling” became somewhat less. But it was definitely not gone. My hair was simply not happy, even though the scalp was. So this series was probably not quite optimal for my treated hair. 👏But the positive was that I got a clean scalp without itching or other reactions. That's good! When I react to things, I notice it immediately, but here there was nothing to trace in that case. Great! But, and here's something I found a bit unfortunate. The shampoo is seriously very, very runny. I almost didn't manage to turn the bottle upside down before it just runs thin shampoo out. That is a bit disappointing, because it feels very diluted. That shampoo should be liquid is obvious, you have to get it out of the bottle. But here it felt like someone had poured water into the bottle to stretch it a bit. Conclusion on the shampoo? 👍Good for you if you have dandruff, oily, or slightly irritated scalp. Who doesn't need much moisture or a nourishing shampoo. 👍Mild and pleasant scent. 🤔Maybe not quite as good if you have hair like mine, which is a bit dry at the ends and needs more moisture due to treated/colored hair. 🤔The bottle is not good to use. It is hard to squeeze for someone like me, who is rheumatic. So even though the bottle looks nice, it is simply painful to use for me. It would have been better if it were flatter in design, or at least much softer. But since the shampoo runs out by itself, it solves itself in that sense...heh...🤭 The scalp felt clean and nice. And that's good in that sense! #LYKOINFLUTESTER #BYLYKO1 product in post Good for the scalp, but... - The post was made 11 monthsRating: 3 out of 5Verifierad testare
Strong scent + not enough moisture for my mature skin
I am 53 (turning 54 soon), and my skin type is mature, with a bit of combination skin with dry areas, and sometimes gets a bit shiny in the T-zone. I have large pores, a somewhat uneven skin texture, and a Rosacea that flares up from time to time (thank you so much, genes, that was really very generous of you... 🙂🙄) I was therefore curious about how my skin would react to this sunscreen. It says that this cream should be used as the last step in the routine, so I have followed the recommendation. The first impression was that the scent was quite strong, and the second impression was that it gave me no moisture. Yes, it felt soft upon application, absolutely, and I was generous in the application, as it says to do. But still, I became quite dry, and my skin felt tight, and one size too small. 🌶️🌶️🌶️ Additionally, unfortunately, my skin started to turn red where it was applied, and then it began to itch and tingle. I didn’t notice anything at first and thought that this might work fine. But after an hour or two on the first test day, it became clear that something was not right. It started to tingle, burn, and sting on the skin, and I realized that there was something I was reacting to (See attached picture). The stinging subsided quickly when I stopped the test for the day, cleansed my skin, and applied my usual face cream. I did not use makeup over the cream, as I had originally planned to test without makeup first, and then with (as a type of primer). But I eventually had to abandon that due to the reaction. Most likely, it is one of the first ingredients that my skin does not like, and the ingredient I am thinking of is Peg-6 Stearate. It is a typical ingredient used in cosmetics that are made with a more budget-friendly version of creams in mind. There is nothing wrong with that, as it is an ingredient that many tolerate just fine. Unfortunately, it is an ingredient that several with sensitive skin can react to, and here it is at the top of the ingredient list, right after water. That being said, this cream is quite full of ingredients that are probably not ideal for those who have a bit of a fussy skin. Maybe something to keep in mind for you who have a bit of such skin, but who haven’t quite understood what might be the reason that you might react to different creams. But it could also be other ingredients. It took me several years to figure out what my skin didn’t like! 🌼🌷🌼🌷 It wouldn’t have hurt if Lyko had dropped the perfume in this product. Even though it says that there is flower water from chamomile in this, flower water (distillate) doesn’t smell enough to give any significant scent in cosmetics, especially in thicker creams and products. The exception is lavender distillate, which is quite aromatic, and a couple of rose distillates. Chamomile distillate gives very little scent. So then perfume is added to give a stronger scent to creams. So unfortunately, this was not for me and my skin. Had I tolerated it, it still wouldn’t have given me enough moisture, which my skin really needs. ❌ 🙅♀️ ⛔ Ok, so I wasn’t really a fan of this. And I didn’t exactly give it top marks! But something that is very positive is that Lyko allows influencers to write HONEST reviews. 🗣️ 👤 👥 I have been an influencer for a couple of years now, and something that is great is that it is not expected, or hinted at, that we should sugarcoat a product that absolutely does not work for us. Or that we should rewrite our experiences to please someone (manufacturers/Lyko/other influencers who only say positive things about products we ourselves do not tolerate/are fans of.) In fact, the opposite is true. It is only in this way that these reviews can actually be helpful. Especially for those who must carefully consider what they can and cannot buy, whether it is due to finances or allergies/sensitivities to ingredients/scents. Thank you so much to Lyko for continuing to give ALL voices a place. That truly deserves respect! #LYKOINFLUTESTER #BYLYKO1 product in post Strong scent + not enough moisture for my mature skin454 views