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About Herbal Essences Bio:Renew Shampoo Range

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Even the minimalist has a shampoo in her hair care regime. Though essential, it is also most often lost in the shuffle when it comes to our grooming routines.

If you’re guilty of this, well, then it’s time to change your mindset. Your hair (and scalp!) is vastly important, so it’s time to show it the TLC it deserves.

Many of you may already be familiar with Herbal Essences as a brand. They have consistently delivered on shampoos and conditioners that help nourish and rejuvenate hair, so we were excited to hear about their recent bio:renew range, which promises to bring your hair back to life in just 21 days. Each one is formulated to work on a specific hair concern.

To find out if the bio:renew range is really as effective as it sounds, we asked our editor, as well as 20 Daily Vanity readers, to put it to the test and share with us their honest opinions.

Editor’s Review on Herbal Essences Bio-Renew Shampoo Range

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If there’s anything that I look forward most to at the end of a long work day, it’ll definitely be hitting the shower. A warm shower never fails to rinse away any trace of fatigue and perk me up so I feel renewed.

This is probably why I’m quite particular about the bath products that I use.

I picked up the Herbal Essences bio:renew Rosemary & Herbs shampoo and conditioner for this review. Herbal Essences has been consistent with rolling out hair products that smell therapeutic and this one is no exception.

The herbaceous scent of the Herbal Essences Rosemary & Herbs shampoo and conditioner helps make shower-time extra indulgent and I find myself spending more time massaging my scalp with the product – probably a good thing for my grooming regime too.

I love that the scent lingered on even after my hair is dried. The calming scent also helps improve my sleep ritual.

Besides the pleasant scent, I also like that the formula lathers up easily and leaves hair feeling smooth and soft after rinsing off, although it doesn’t contain any silicone and is formulated with natural ingredients. The Rosemary & Herbs shampoo is designed to help moisturise hair, and my hair feel more lightweight and less dry after just one wash.

Our 20 Readers’ Review on Herbal Essences Bio-Renew Shampoo Range

Herbal Essences Bio:Renew Range
  • Scalp feels less dry or oily after usage
  • Hair is radiant after usage
  • Liked the scent of the shampoo
  • It delivers on key benefits
  • Satisfaction
  • Would you repurchase?
4.3

Summary

20 readers tried the Herbal Essences Bio:Renew Range and judged the product based on if their scalps felt less dry or oily after usage, if hair appeared radiant after usage, if they liked the scent of the shampoo, and if it delivered on the key benefits promised.

The feature that has impressed reviewers most is its ability to deliver on the key benefits promised, with a score of 4.75/5. Many of them also loved how radiant hair looked after use as well!

See what readers say:

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20 readers reviewed the Herbal Essences Bio:Renew Shampoo Range. Featured reviewers (from left): Grace, Shekyn, Qiu Min

Loh Wen Xin: “I really enjoyed using the herbal essences shampoo I received! It lathers up really well and I find myself using less product but still achieving great cleansing results! As my hair is usually frizzy and on the dry side, I always have to apply some oil or serum after washing my hair. So, for the sake of testing this shampoo out, I didn’t do so for the past week. However, my hair remains looking shiny and smooth. I’m really pleased with how this shampoo and conditioner has worked wonders on my hair. The sweet vanilla scent is phenomenal as well, I can’t stop smelling my own hair after washing!”

  • Scalp feels less dry or oily after usage: 4/5
  • Hair is radiant after usage: 5/5
  • Liked the scent of the shampoo: 5/5
  • It delivers on key benefits: 5/5
  • Total 19/20

Jane Choo: “The shampoo reduced the tangles in my hair and the conditioner helped my hair regain its shine, making it so much more manageable with the hot and humid weather in Singapore. Highly recommend if you have hair with dry and frizzy ends.”

  • Scalp feels less dry or oily after usage: 3/5
  • Hair is radiant after usage: 4/5
  • Liked the scent of the shampoo: 4/5
  • It delivers on key benefits: 5/5
  • Total 16/20

Carmen: “This is amazing! With aloe and sea kelp that is designed to help purify and protect against impurities, it definitely makes my hair feel smoother and softer! Amazing smell too!”

  • Scalp feels less dry or oily after usage: 5/5
  • Hair is radiant after usage: 5/5
  • Liked the scent of the shampoo: 5/5
  • It delivers on key benefits: 5/5
  • Total 20/20

Jennifer How: “The shampoo does not dry my coloured hair, but nourishes it instead. I feel really refreshed after each wash, and the scent is so nice! Definitely will recommend to my friends who experiences the same kind of hair issues as I do.”

  • Scalp feels less dry or oily after usage: 4/5
  • Hair is radiant after usage: 3/5
  • Liked the scent of the shampoo: 5/5
  • It delivers on key benefits: 5/5
  • Total 17/20

Chua Xue Li: “I have long and thick hair which is really difficult to manage as it is dry and frizzy, but I’ve been using the shampoo and conditioner consistently for the past 1 week and I’m loving this range of products so far! It’s really great as my hair feels softer, smoother and healthier with a shine. It’s not as dry and frizzy as before, even after half a day. I’m definitely recommending my friends and getting the products for myself.”

  • Scalp feels less dry or oily after usage: 4/5
  • Hair is radiant after usage: 5/5
  • Liked the scent of the shampoo: 4/5
  • It delivers on key benefits: 5/5
  • Total 18/20

Lim Qiu Min: “The shampoo and conditioner delivered on the qualities that are stated on the products. It is nourishing for my scalp, and the scent is just right. It also doesn’t feel greasy or smell after a day out, which usually occurs in Singapore’s hot and humid weather. Other shampoos that I’ve used are often too moisturising for my hair/ scalp, making it harder to dry my hair and flattening my hairstyle after perspiring, but this one doesn’t do that.”

  • Scalp feels less dry or oily after usage: 4/5
  • Hair is radiant after usage: 3/5
  • Liked the scent of the shampoo: 5/5
  • It delivers on key benefits: 5/5
  • Total 17/20

Jeanie Chan: “After using this series the last week, my hair has smoothen quite a lot and I experience less hair breakage during shower and combing. The conditioner also doesn’t feel greasy on my hair, which prevents it from appearing limp. Both products don’t give me breakouts either. Not a huge fan of the smell but the products are effective.”

  • Scalp feels less dry or oily after usage: 4/5
  • Hair is radiant after usage: 4/5
  • Liked the scent of the shampoo: 2/5
  • It delivers on key benefits: 5/5
  • Total 15/20

Ee Peishan Grace: “The passion flower and rice milk smells refreshing yet not overpowering, lasting me through a good 8hrs and leaving me with nice, soft locks. Upon my first shampoo, already I feel the difference as my hair was not all tangled up, even without using the conditioner, though I would have to say that the conditioner smells equally good and deliver great results too! I just had my hair colored two weeks ago, but my locks still feel shiny and soft to touch despite that. Herbal Essences has DEFINITELY made a breakthrough for me.”

  • Scalp feels less dry or oily after usage: 4/5
  • Hair is radiant after usage: 4/5
  • Liked the scent of the shampoo: 5/5
  • It delivers on key benefits: 5/5
  • Total 18/20

Xiao Qing: “Herbal Essences is my childhood favourite shampoo, but as I grew older, I found other brands. The new series of their shampoo surprised me, though!. I have extremely damaged hair as I get it dyed often, but this shampoo and conditioner really helped with my tangles. My hair feels so soft and light after usage, and it smells amazing, with it the scent lasting the whole day. I would definitely purchase it to use again.”

  • Scalp feels less dry or oily after usage: 4/5
  • Hair is radiant after usage: 4/5
  • Liked the scent of the shampoo: 5/5
  • It delivers on key benefits: 5/5
  • Total 18/20

Jia Ling: “Overall, it is a very lovely product, and I will definitely recommend it to others. Love the scent and how it makes my hair feel after the wash! It is great that even after a day out and exercising, my hair does not feel greasy or unkempt.”

  • Scalp feels less dry or oily after usage: 5/5
  • Hair is radiant after usage: 4/5
  • Liked the scent of the shampoo: 5/5
  • It delivers on key benefits: 5/5
  • Total 19/20

Chua Wan Zhen: “After using the shampoo, I felt that my hair was a little too dry when I rinsed it off. It’s only good when you use the conditioner after, which helps to keep the moisture in.”

  • Scalp feels less dry or oily after usage: 4/5
  • Hair is radiant after usage: 4/5
  • Liked the scent of the shampoo: 3/5
  • It delivers on key benefits: 5/5
  • Total 16/20

Michelle Lim: “My hair condition was initially dry and brittle, but after trying this shampoo range just once, I am able to see results. My hair is much smoother and less tangled! I think the scent is nice, maybe a little sweet for me but I really like how the scent lasted for quite a while as compared to other brands. Overall satisfied and would totally recommend it to others!”

  • Scalp feels less dry or oily after usage: 5/5
  • Hair is radiant after usage: 5/5
  • Liked the scent of the shampoo: 4/5
  • It delivers on key benefits: 5/5
  • Total 19/20

Jolene Goh: “The shampoo does not dry out my hair yet gives it a very refreshing feel! I love the floral scent and I can’t wait to use it more!”

  • Scalp feels less dry or oily after usage: 4/5
  • Hair is radiant after usage: 4/5
  • Liked the scent of the shampoo: 5/5
  • It delivers on key benefits: 5/5
  • Total 18/20

Janice Tan: “My hair feels moisturised after using the shampoo and conditioner together. Love the scent!”

  • Scalp feels less dry or oily after usage: 3/5
  • Hair is radiant after usage: 4/5
  • Liked the scent of the shampoo: 4/5
  • It delivers on key benefits: 5/5
  • Total 16/20

Sarah Wong: “I particularly love the scent of this product, as well as the fact that it has good longevity. My hair felt a tad bit drier after usage, but it was not too drastic.”

  • Scalp feels less dry or oily after usage: 4/5
  • Hair is radiant after usage: 4/5
  • Liked the scent of the shampoo: 5/5
  • It delivers on key benefits: 5/5
  • Total 18/20

Elaine Tan: “Would be good as a daily shampoo, if not for the strong scent.”

  • Scalp feels less dry or oily after usage: 3/5
  • Hair is radiant after usage: 4/5
  • Liked the scent of the shampoo: 2/5
  • It delivers on key benefits: 5/5
  • Total 14/20

Tan Zi Hiang: “The product lathers really well and is very hydrating on my dry hair. After blow drying, I noticed that my hair texture became super smooth and moisturised, which normally isn’t the case even if I use more expensive shampoos and conditioners. My hair hardly tangles anymore and remains radiant(not oily) for a much longer time. Really impressed with the results and I would highly recommend it to my peers!”

  • Scalp feels less dry or oily after usage: 5/5
  • Hair is radiant after usage: 4/5
  • Liked the scent of the shampoo: 3/5
  • It delivers on key benefits: 5/5
  • Total 17/20

Shekyn: “Yes, I’m loving it so much. It totally makes my hair less dry and makes my frizzy hair look far healthier than before. I’ll purchase to use it for myself again.”

  • Scalp feels less dry or oily after usage: 4/5
  • Hair is radiant after usage: 3/5
  • Liked the scent of the shampoo: 4/5
  • It delivers on key benefits: 5/5
  • Total 17/20

Kelly Kuah: “The shampoo is a little drying for the hair ends after a few washes, although my scalp does feel less oily and itchy. The richness of the conditioner makes up for it, though. The range given to try was for moisture but based on the shampoo alone, it doesn’t seem to be that way.”

  • Scalp feels less dry or oily after usage: 4/5
  • Hair is radiant after usage: 4/5
  • Liked the scent of the shampoo: 5/5
  • It delivers on key benefits: 5/5
  • Total 17/20

Tan Hui Ling: “Overall, I didn’t like the scent of the product as it doesn’t have any floral or fruity scent to it. Also, it makes my hair feel very dry after using it, as I have a oily scalp and dry hair ends. So I believe this product is not suitable for combination hair.”

  • Scalp feels less dry or oily after usage: 4/5
  • Hair is radiant after usage: 2/5
  • Liked the scent of the shampoo: 2/5
  • It delivers on key benefits: 5/5
  • Total 13/20

Herbal Essences say: Thanks for your feedback, Hui Ling! For the best results, we recommend using the shampoo, which cleanses your hair and scalp thoroughly, together with the Herbal Essences bio:renew conditioner in the same variant. The conditioner is an essential step that will help moisturise and smoothen your hair further.

Herbal Essences bio:renew range of shampoos and conditioners can be bought at Redmart.