Name: Mielle Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo
Price: 9.49 USD
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Today, I’ll be reviewing the Mielle Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo and telling you all about its ingredients and what they do for your hair.

I used this shampoo for about 8 weeks and it has been one of the best decisions I’ve made as my damaged, excessively processed hair is now looking healthier and softer than ever.

So here’s what I liked and disliked about the Mielle shampoo.

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Mielle Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo Ingredients + Review

Key Ingredients

Water (Aqua, Eau), Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Polyquaternium-7, Cocamide MIPA, Glycol Stearate, Polyquaternium-10, Panthenol, Propylene Glycol, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Disodium EDTA, Phytantriol, *Orbignya Oleifera (Babassu) Seed Oil, *Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Oil, *Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Equisetum Arvense (Horsetail Grass) Extract, Lawsonia Inermis (Henna) Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaves Extract, Anthemis Nobilis (Chamomile) Flower Extract, Symphytum Officinale (Comfrey) Leaves Extract, Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Extract, Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Extract, Honey, Biotin, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycereth-2 Cocoate, Fragrance (Parfum) *Certified Organic Ingredient

Mielle Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo Ingredients

Ingredient Name	What It Does
Water (Aqua, Eau)	Solvent
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate	Surfactant/cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine	Surfactant/cleansing, Viscosity Controlling
Polyquaternium-7
Cocamide MIPA	Surfactant/cleansing, Viscosity Controlling, Emulsifying
Glycol Stearate	Emollient, Emulsifying, Surfactant/cleansing
Polyquaternium-10	Viscosity Controlling
Panthenol	Soothing, Moisturizer/humectant
Propylene Glycol	Moisturizer/humectant, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil	Perfuming
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil	Antioxidant, Antimicrobial/antibacterial
Disodium EDTA	Chelating
Phytantriol	Moisturizer/humectant
Orbignya Oleifera (Babassu) Seed Oil	Emollient
*Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Oil	Perfuming
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil	Emollient, Perfuming
Equisetum Arvense (Horsetail Grass) Extract	Soothing, Emollient
Lawsonia Inermis (Henna) Extract	Antimicrobial/antibacterial, Antioxidant
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract	Antioxidant, Soothing, Antimicrobial/antibacterial
Anthemis Nobilis (Chamomile) Flower Extract	Soothing, Perfuming
Symphytum Officinale (Comfrey) Leaf Extract
Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Extract	Soothing, Antimicrobial/antibacterial, Emollient, Perfuming
Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Extract	Soothing
Honey	Soothing, Moisturizer/humectant, Antimicrobial/antibacterial
Biotin
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil	Emollient, Perfuming
Phenoxyethanol	Preservative
Benzoic Acid	Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin	Preservative
Glycereth-2 Cocoate	Emulsifying, Surfactant/cleansing
Fragrance (Parfum)	Perfuming

Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate: No, don’t get surprised. This ingredient is a “sulfonate” ; it’s not the same as sulfates.

Yes, it’s a surfactant. But it’s much milder and doesn’t remove scalp’s natural oil or hair dye pigments from hair like sulfates do.

It’s also an emulsifying agent and adds a lot of foam to the shampoo making it easier to use.

I do feel like the surfactant is much better than sulfates. However, it’s still highly cleansing and might have a drying effect on scalps that are already dry or sensitive.

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Cocamidopropyl Betaine or CAPB is a type of cleanser that is derived from coconut oil.

It’s often used in shampoos in place of harsh surfactants like Sodium Laureth Sulfate and Sodium Lauryl Sulfate. Both of which can strip hair dye, remove moisture and irritate scalp skin.

CAPB however is milder and gentler and even has moisturizing properties.

Most sulfate-free shampoos do not lather well or clean hair very thoroughly but as the Videri shampoo contains this natural cleanser, it’s very good for removing grease and dirt from deep within your scalp without stripping it of moisture.

Rosemary Essential Oil

Rosemary essential oil helps control oiliness and product buildup on your scalp without damaging the hair. It also helps hair grow longer and thicker.

There is research to show that Rosemary oil has been proven to be just a notch below Minoxidil when it comes to promoting hair growth. ((Panahi, Yunes et al. “Rosemary oil vs minoxidil 2% for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia: a randomized comparative trial.” Skinmed vol. 13,1 (2015): 15-21.))

These extracts also help purify your scalp and keep it free from inflammation and redness. It also controls dandruff and flaking on your scalp.

Peppermint Oil:

Now my issue with most “natural” shampoos is that they end up having a lot of chemicals in them anyway thanks to the addition of artificial perfumes.

But in most natural shampoos, peppermint essential oil is used to add fragrance which gives it a huge advantage over other hair products.

Also, peppermint oil doesn’t just help in adding a refreshing scent but it also works as an effective hair growth agent.

A comparative study between peppermint oil, minoxidil and jojoba oil showed that the users of peppermint essential oil showed better results and had increased hair follicle number and depth by the end of the study.

Biotin

Biotin is a type of vitamin also known as Vitamin B7 or Vitamin H. There has been a lot of noise in the beauty industry these past few years about this vitamin.

From vitamin gummies to supplements to hair products, biotin was everywhere. And for good reason too.

There has been considerable research to establish that biotin helps hair growth and reduction of brittleness of hair and nails.

It is in fact the building block for a lot of the hair cells and helps add thickness and strength to your individual hair strands.

In fact there was a study conducted in 2012 to show the effectiveness of biotin in promoting hair growth. Two groups of subjects were given oral biotin supplements and a placebo respectively. (Patel, Deepa P et al. “A Review of the Use of Biotin for Hair Loss.” Skin appendage disorders vol. 3,3 (2017): 166-169. doi:10.1159/000462981)

The study showed that the group of women who had been taking biotin supplements showed much improvement in hair growth.

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My Review of the Mielle Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo

My hair had fallen out a lot when I started using it. I had colored and straightened my waves too often and it had become damaged. So that was the reason for me picking out a “strengthening” shampoo.

And I loved Mielle from the first wash itself.

I really liked how it cleansed my hair so well despite being SLS and SLES-free. It also left this fresh, minty feel on my scalp.

The shampoo itself is lightweight in texture and spreads easily. I found it sufficiently moisturizing for my waves (thanks to the Babassu oil in it no doubt) and it helped control frizz too.

And yes, the biotin really did its job and after 3 weeks of using it, my hair looked so much more bouncier, voluminous and thick.

mielle rosemary mint strengthening shampoo review

While I saw the thickening and reduction in breakage of my hair immediately, it did take some time to see the new hair growth. I suggest sticking to this shampoo for at least 8 weeks before you make a decision as it takes time to show effect on your hair.

To be honest, there isn’t much that I didn’t like about the Mielle Strengthening shampoo. I actually loved it a lot.

If there was one complaint I had, it was about the perfume in the shampoo. For a product that has mostly organic ingredients, it was a bummer to see that it contains Parfum (added synthetic fragrance).

This added fragrance can dry your hair in the long run and it can also cause sensitivity in people with allergies. Also, the addition of perfume makes this product not good for use for people with eczema, dermatitis, scalp inflammation, psoriasis, and other such conditions as perfume can act as a trigger.

Another thing that made me give the shampoo the side eye is the way the formula works.

It first sheds all the old, weakened hair in the follicles and promotes new hair growth. This can often be seen as hair fall but it’s not.

However, I was super scared when I first saw that my hair fall out like that. And I wish this Mielle shampoo didn’t cause hair fall first before promoting growth.

Pros and Cons Of the Mielle Shampoo

What I Liked

The shampoo is very moisturizing but it’s not too heavy. This makes it ideal for wavy or type 3a and 3b curly hair texture.
There is no SLES or SLS in the shampoo. So it’s good for dry and color-treated hair
Most of the ingredients used are of organic origin and the product is cruelty free
It helps strengthen hair and bring back elasticity
It helps promote new hair growth
Leaves a fresh feeling on scalp and removes buildup easily

What I Disliked About The Shampoo

The shampoo contains added synthetic perfume that can cause dryness and trigger inflammation in sensitive scalps.
The formula is too lightweight for type 3c curls and type 4 coily hair
Sometimes the shampoo causes old hair to shed to create new hair growth in the follicles. This means you might experience hair fall the first few weeks of using this product.

My Ratings For The Mielle Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo Ingredients

Design & Packaging	4/5
Texture	4.5/5
Ability to cleanse	4.5/5
Fragrance & scent	4/5
Price	4/5
Hydrating Ability	4.5/5
Gentleness	4.5/5

FAQs about the Mielle Shampoos

Is the Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo good for curly hair?

The Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo is a sulfate-free option that is generally considered suitable for curly hair. Formulated with rosemary and mint, it offers a refreshing and invigorating experience, making it appealing to those with curls. Its sulfate-free nature is beneficial for curly hair, as it helps maintain moisture and prevent excessive dryness. However, whether it’s the ideal shampoo for your curly hair depends on your individual hair care routine and preferences. If you enjoy the scent, the refreshing feeling, and find that it leaves your curly hair clean and strong, it can be a good addition to your hair care regimen. Hair care is personal, so experimenting and finding what works best for your unique curls is key.

Is the Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo sulfate and paraben free?

Yes, the Is the Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo is both sulfate and paraben free. This makes it safe to use on colored hair, sensitive scalps and also for pregnant women. As it’s paraben free, you don’t have to worry about endocrine disrupting chemicals in the product as well.

Summary

I think the Mielle Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo is excellent if you want to bring back the lost elasticity and strength of your hair strands, especially if they’ve been damaged due to excessive coloring, bleaching or hair styling tool usage.

The Mielle shampoo is mild, gentle yet very effective at cleansing hair. It moisturizes hair but very lightly and doesn’t make it greasy.

Price wise, it is somewhere between a salon brand and a drugstore brand.