It has been a long time since I last used a sulfate free, non-lathering shampoo. As much as I try to love non-lathering shampoos, I just haven't found one that I like enough. I have dry hair but my scalp tends to produce a lot of oil and build up, so I turn to lathering shampoos to get rid of the problem. Not to mention, I love it when my scalp feels squeaky clean. It's so refreshing. Unfortunately, most lathering shampoos often strip hair of moisture and color (if hair is color treated).

A few months ago I was offered the opportunity to try Beverly Hills celebrity hairstylist Nelson J's Argan Oil 7 Non-Foaming Shampoo ($22). Given my feelings towards non-lathering shampoos, I decided to give this product a try anyways because believe it or not, I really do want to find a non-lathering shampoo that I like, and I thought that this possibly could be it. But was it?

Quick Product Facts:
■Effectively Cleanses hair without stripping away essential oils and moisture
■Helps seal hair cuticle to better retain color
■Won't weigh down hair
■Key ingredients include Argan, peppermint oils, and citrus
■Formulated without parabens, sulfates, fragrances, or artificial colors

The Argan Oil 7 Non-Foaming Shampoo is certainly different from others I have tried in the past. For starters, it can literally replace your other hair care essentials, which I think is kinda cool. This product is not just a shampoo, it's also a conditioner, detangler, color protector, smoothing serum, styling lotion, and it also helps give locks a shine boost thanks to the Argan. This shampoo contains a lingering peppermint citrus fragrance which is pretty nice, but based on personal preference I'd much rather have a fruitier/warmer scent when it comes to my shampoos. If you happen to be a fan of minty notes though, I am sure the fragrance of this shampoo will be to your liking.

This shampoo is very creamy in consistency, and I was surprised to see that inside the creamy formula were small, round green beads. I am not exactly sure what the purpose of the green beads are-if there is one. Anyway, when I first used the shampoo, I figured that the green beads would dissolve after working the shampoo into the hair, but that wasn't the case. The beads remained their solid selves all throughout cleansing. I do find the beads a little odd to work with, but I like that they are easy to rinse out of the hair.

For my thick, shoulder length hair I find that I need quite a bit of shampoo to completely coat my hair with product. Once I start working the shampoo into my hair, instead of a lather, a silkier texture comes into play. When I massage the shampoo into my scalp I do feel a slight refreshment, but it's not enough to the point where I feel like my scalp is squeaky clean. After I have applied the shampoo all over my hair, I then brush through the hair with a wide-tooth comb to help evenly distribute the product a little more. I must say, I was really impressed at how simple it was to detangle my tangle prone hair. Hardly any effort went into it, at all. When I rinse the shampoo out of my hair, my strands don't feel stiff and straw-like, which is great. My hair really does feel more moisturized. And after I style my hair, I do notice a difference. My tresses feel softer, and they look a bit more healthier, and shinier.

I like this shampoo, but I don't feel like it completely removes all the oil and build-up on my scalp so, I have been using this in conjunction with my usual lathering shampoo. First, I cleanse my scalp area with my lathering shampoo. Then after I have rinsed out the shampoo from my scalp, I apply the Argan Oil 7 Non-Foaming Shampoo on the mid-shaft and ends of hair, which are the sections that tend to be driest.

Overall: If you are a fan of sulfate free, non-lathering shampoos, Nelson J's Argan Oil 7 Non-Foaming Shampoo is one that I really recommend. I think this shampoo will work for all hair types, but for those of you with drier hair, you may really enjoy this product because of it's healthy, moisturizing benefits.




Disclaimer: This post contains items sent from PR for review consideration. I am not being monetarily compensated for this review and as always, my opinions are honest, never influenced, and my own.