Bondi Boost Dandruff Repair
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In-Depth Beauty Review of Bondi Boost Dandruff Repair Shampoo and Conditioner
How do I get rid of dandruff completely?
Good question. To say that finding the right anti-dandruff shampoo has felt like the quest for the holy grail? It wouldn't even be an exaggeration.
No shampoo I’ve ever used has vanquished the darkness of my dandruff for good. You name it, I’ve tried it - from prescription formulas like Nizoral, to stronger supermarket picks like Selsun Blue and Head and Shoulders. Let's throw in some natural 'remedies' too, like tea tree shampoo and Nature’s Organics shampoo. . No matter what I use, the dandruff always comes back within 3-4 days. Sometimes worse than it was before I used the shampoo.
Given that dandruff is so gross, this is a real pain. While I have straight, smooth-enough hair that I’m generally happy with, a good hair day can be derailed by a generous sprinkling of dandruff flakes.
And so I decided to give Bondi Boost’s Dandruff Repair Duo a go. There are so many glowing reviews of products from this Aussie hair care company - including their Dandruff Repair Range - that it was definitely worth a shot.
About this shampoo
Bondi Boost states that their Dandruff Repair range gives relief to scalps that are dry, itchy or flaky. The shampoo and conditioner are designed to keep dandruff away, soothe irritation, and eliminate the build-up of flakes through gentle cleansing and rebalancing of natural oils in the scalp.
Does Bondi Boost anti dandruff shampoo really work?
First impressions
The first thing I noticed when I pumped some product into my palm was the thickness of the formula - it’s luxuriously rich. This is not something you see much with anti-dandruff shampoos. They’re either runny or gluggy in texture.
This makes washing your hair more of a chore than an enjoyable ‘spa day’ type experience. Sometimes I just want to splurge on some random expensive salon shampoo and feel pampered - but fat chance if you have dandruff.
Or so I thought… Bondi Boost’s Dandruff Repair actually feels like a normal shampoo.
I followed the directions on the bottle to lather up the shampoo by rubbing a small amount between your palms first. It lathers up beautifully! I was shocked. I’ve never seen an anti-dandruff shampoo do this.
Then came the scent - Dee. Vine. It’s a heady natural cocktail of peppermint and rosemary, and makes you feel like you’ve stepped into some enchanted garden.
Since the lather factor is at 100, you only need a 20-cent coin size of shampoo and conditioner (maybe even less) to feel like this shampoo is really cleaning your hair. This is different from many other anti-dandruff products I’ve tried, where you need a ton of product as it’s runny and flat - and your hair still feels kinda dirty afterwards.
Not so with Bondi Boost, to the rescue! My hair smelled delicious, felt clean, and the bottom of my scalp was flake free immediately after washing.
After drying off my hair, it continued to be free of flakes. It was also clean of oil, and super fresh. I'd put Bondi Boost’s claim that this set will ‘cleanse and rebalance’ your hair to the test, and to my happiness found they'd hit the nail (or the flakes) on the head.
Consistency
This shampoo has been consistent pretty much every time I’ve used it.
Sometimes anti-dandruff shampoos work like miracles on my hair for the first use (or first couple of uses). Then, it’s like they give up, and the willpower of my oily, flaky scalp overrides the ability of the shampoo to do its job properly. I found this with the De Lorenzo Tricho Range, which I also reviewed recently.
This didn’t happen with Bondi Boost. This set continued to perform even after weeks of use. It made me thankful for the industry experts that are consulted when Bondi Boost develops its products, and which includes a trichologist - a hair and scalp doctor.
Frequency of application
Bondi Boost recommends that you use the shampoo and conditioner every three days. I found this recommendation to be spot on. Three days was the sweet spot - any longer, and some oil and flakes started to appear, and hair was a bit itchy again.
However, if you push it and wash it after 5 days (which I’ve done), the amount of sebum and flakes won’t be too extreme, compared to some other anti-dandruff products.
But tbh, I don’t mind washing my hair every three days with this shampoo. It’s actually an enjoyable experience, given the rich lather, yummy scent and effectiveness at cleaning your hair and getting rid of dandruff.
Ingredients
Both the shampoo and conditioner genuinely contain a whole bunch of natural ingredients, which I love. I prefer using natural products to chemical ones. And not just because they’re more likely to be vegan, cruelty-free and palm-oil free (which Bondi Boost is), but also because they biodegrade easily, and just feel kind to my body.
‘Greenwashing’ isn’t great, but lots of beauty companies do it. They’ll market a product as ‘natural’ when most of the ingredient list is chemical, with a few token natural-sounding things chucked in.
So initially I approached Bondi Boost’s claim of using natural ingredients with a healthy dose of skepticism. But when I had a good squiz at the ingredients list, I was pleasantly surprised to learn that the majority of the ingredients are, in fact, natural.
Both the anti-dandruff shampoo and conditioner contain plenty of replenishing natural ingredients, including rosemary, peppermint, jojoba oil, and sandalwood essential oil. There are eight certified organic ingredients here.
These formulas are also free from a whole bunch of nasties that can damage hair, like silicones, sulphates, parabens, petrochemical cleansers, and artificial fragrances and colours.
Price
The Dandruff Duo - which includes the shampoo and conditioner - costs $54.99. If you’re buying the shampoo or conditioner separately, they are $34.95 each (so $69.90 together). So there’s a decent saving of $14.91 to be made when buying the duo.
For a dandruff shampoo and conditioner set that actually, consistently works, I’m throwing my wads of cash into the air for Bondi Boost. So yes, I would say $54.99 is a reasonable price to pay for what you are getting.
I’ve also recently invested in the Pink Salt Scalp Scrub and Scalp Therapy Brush, which are part of BB’s range for itchy scalps with dandruff. I can’t wait to try them out, and hopefully using a brush to apply shampoo and conditioner to my hair in the shower (instead of fingers) will mean that my hair stays less oily for even longer.
Where you can buy it
There aren’t too many Bondi Boost stockists. You can buy Bondi Boost products on the brand’s website. You can also buy some products at selected Priceline stores, but this isn’t a sure bet.
The best anti-dandruff duo in Australia, hands down – I've tried in an insane amount of product from Woolies, Priceline, Chemist Warehouse, and they all seem to either strip my scalp back to the bone or don't actually alleviate itch symptoms. These seems to nail the brief perfectly - for someone who regularly washes their hair to get the grease and hair products out, these products maintain the… Read more
perfect balance between clean and healthy. I rarely if ever get a flakey or itchy scalp, and as a result I've been using this duo for literally years.
Amazing results after the first use! – I use to get bad dandruff and straight after washing my hair, I’d be picking it all out. One use of the dandruff repair and I couldn’t see any dandruff! It is Amazing! My hair is also lasting longer between washes. Usually it looks oily after 2 days, not anymore :) Show details
Best relief for psoriasis I have found so far – I suffer from psoriasis that comes and goes and fluctuates in severity. At it's worst (oozing plaques and itchiness) I brought this at my wits end along with the conditioner, the scrub and the scalp massage brush as I was sick of the hair loss and the dandruff. This made it better to the degree that I was not constantly scratching my head and… Read more
flicking it off my shirt. I could see new hair growth in a few months. Leaves my hair soft and easy to manage. The peppermint smell is pleasant and 100 times better than coal tar. As psoriasis is an internal body problem and not a topical problem the down side to this is you can't stop using it. Psoriasis returns in a few days so always need back up products. The scalp brush which is great, handle breaks off if you drop it in the shower which is going to happen with conditioner and it slips out of your hand. I have been through two of these and need another one due to broken handle so probably needs a redesign. The salt scrub is amazing and I notice a big difference when I use this with the conditioner and the shampoo as apposed to only using the shampoo/conditioner. It is also expensive but I try to buy and stock up when they have a deal on. So I am still on the hunt for the perfect product and this is close and the best I have found so far. I recommend.
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Best Dandruff free shampoo ever – What an amazing product this is- I had a terrible itchy scalp with lots of dandruff saw the improvement on first week now free of dandruff and itchy scalp hands down best shampoo I ever used. Now my hair looks healthy, soft, shiny and dandruff free Show details
Amazing product – Every time I wash my hair I’m instantly itchy and flaky after using Bondi boost my scalp felt perfectly fine no itchy spots 100% no dry flaky bits i was worried that the scalp therapy brush would cause knotting but it doesn’t love the minty smell it’s very subtle Show details
Postpartum hair loss combined with dry scalp, I can not fault Bondi Boost! – Postpartum hair loss combined with dry scalp, I needed a serious product to do some serious work. I can not fault Bondi Boost! Amazing results with very reduced hair loss and my scalp is perfect and clear. I’m recommending this too all of my friends! Show details
Worked on the dandruff left my hair gross – Worked really well on the dandruff. Got rid of it completely within 3 washes. I am, however, not enjoying the state it's leaving my hair. I have a lot of fine hair and it is leaving my hair oily and heavy even though I am using very small amounts of conditioner. I don't wear my hair out anymore I have to have it tied up. I'm hoping it's just a… Read more
cross period where my hair gets worse before it gets better will update this review if it does.
Photo is of my hair just after a wash. Looks more like 3 days old.
In-depth reviews
Bad Customer service and Bad Product – I am not one to leave reviews but when it's this bad I feel like I need to let people know... I spent 180 buying the blonde shampoo/conditioner and the Anti Dandruff Shampoo/Conditioner. Firstly, the product arrives in a box way too large for the products, then the purple shampoo was spilt through the box and a broken lid on the anti dandruff… Read more
conditioner. I contacted customer service to advise and because I didn't get a picture of the leaking product, they wouldn't resend the purple shampoo. The lid on the anti dandruff conditioner was broken and cheap and I had to throw it out. I also paid for parcel protection and both products were broken! It's not a huge deal, I know but when you have 2 things happen and spend that much money it's kind of annoying. I don't think thats right to just dismiss the customer... So I try the product and I am so shocked at how the product performs.. It literally leaves your hair greasey after 2 days of using it... Both the Antidandruff and the Blonde purple range. The product is really nothing to get excited about. I was expecting more from such a well hyped brand. I went to the hair dressers and mentioned my experience and so many people have had the same experience with Bondi Boost. It's amazing what a good marketing campaign can do and it's no wonder Bondi isn't seen in many salons anymore ! It smells good though.
I will never purchase over the counter shampoo and conditioner again – I need to boast the boost!!! I suffered painfully, embarrassingly, frustratingly for years....decades even.... with dandruff, scalp sores, flaky flakes and dry frizzy hair. I hated my hair. I hated my head. I always wished I had someone else nice and manageable hair. I had severe hair jealousy. I always wished that I could run my… Read more
fingertips across my scalp and not be met with a large scab, which I automatically picked, causing it to bleed only for it to form another scab by morning for me to repeat the process.
I've been on the Bondi Boost anti dandruff for 2 months now and thought it's about time I praise the lord.
Admittedly my first couple of washes hurt like a bit...ch. Understandable with the 100 open wounds that would've been present on my scalp.
Oh me, oh friggin my!!!!.....my head is now smooth. The sores have healed and gone. Actual factual disappeared!! My hair looks healthy. Pretty I'm feel like Becky with the good hair!!
I am so thankful. Thank you Thank you Thank you.
Your forever customer and recommender to everyone.
Amazing Product within 2 weeks hair and scalp has not felt better – I have for 18 months suffered with severe folliculitis and dandruff for years. I have used and tried many different antic dandruff products - some would work, others not do much. I had seen a dermatologist for 12 months with appts spaced out for the folliculitis with prescribed smelly tar shampoos, medication or ointments - all which only would… Read more
work with continued usage and taking medication. After all of this I saw the advert for bondi boost anti dandruff intensive kit- sat in it for a few weeks. Even tried the medication again..
After a severe bout of itching and scratching with horrible, uncomfortable lumps and inflamed yuck bleeding from scratching and dandruff that made me self conscientious about it- I placed an order of the intensive dandruff kit
After first use- I did not scratch my scalp once - allowing any damage to heal And since I have been using these not only have any irritation gone away completely but I no longer want to scratch it suffer from the itching at all Nor has the dandruff been better in years - that my hair feels and looks amazing! I adore the therapy brush and use it daily to remove any skin cells or product whilst in the shower - I honestly could not be happier with the products and highly recommend it I regret not placing the order then and there when first seeing it as I would have felt this way earlier!
I will be setting up a subscription when I place my next order
Positive reviews
The perfect shampoo and conditioner duo! – I have only recently started using this shampoo and conditioner duo and so far it is working very well. Also Bondi Boost customer service is great!
Scalp & hair have never been better – Finally I can wear black again. Scalp has cleared up after 3 washes. Products smell amazing. Has not stripped coloured hair & hair has never been so soft, healthy & shiny. Show details
Great for swimmers – Was recommended this shampoo (and conditioner) for an itchy scalp after swimming in chlorinated water. This shampoo has totally fixed the issue and has an amazing smell and feel. My hair feels stronger and the itch is gone! Show details
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Negative reviews
Not Suited to me – I bought the shampoo and conditioner after the first couple of uses my hair was still itchy but my neck, back and ears became itchy as well. After the third use my back was sooo itchy there was small welts on my back, arms, ears and head. My sensitive skin obviously not suited to this product at all...such a shame Show details
Not life changing – I bought the shampoo in a pack with the conditioner and scalp therapy brush. The shampoo and conditioner are okay, my hair is less itchy but still has dandruff - I’ve only used it for 4 weeks though so might need to use it for a longer period of time? The scalp therapy brush broke after only a few uses - the bristles disconnects from the handles.… Read more
I have thick, short hair so that might be why, but I find a good scrub with your fingertips feels to do the same job.
Worst product I've used in my Life – It was unbelievably, incredibly drying and stripping an left my hair tangled and falling out as a result. I cannot tell you how stripping and terrible this was for my hair and my hands. For natural ingredients, it seems like they used a powerful detergent in it. It was so stripping there are no words. In addition, it left me with scaly itchy… Read more
patches on my scalp. I have never had that before and hope to never have it again. Each product I bought did the same thing - had the same ingredients and was destructive to my hair.
Recent reviews
Scalp relief and great looking and feeling hair – I bought the dandruff repair duo and scalp therapy brush, after using for 2 weeks so far now my hair feels luscious and soft. Itchy scalp relieved, dandruff gone. A little goes a long way so you won’t be going through it quick, Scalp therapy brush works well and massages scalp. Will be buying again! Show details
I’ve found my holy grail – I have spent years trying to find a product to combat my dry scalp. I purchased the dandruff duo in Bondi Boosts last sale. I can happily write I have found the perfect product that works!!! Bondi boost dandruff duo + scalp therapy brush. It combatted my dry scalp immediately and leaves my hair feeling clean and healthy. Thank you for creating… Read more
an amazing product! I highly recommend this to all who are share the struggle of battling a dry scalp.
Life saviour – I’d been umming and arring about purchasing bondi boost because I thought it was just a typical instagram product fad. I finally made the plunge after my psoriasis on my scalp was driving me insane, I would literally itch until it would bleed. I am so happy to say after using the shampoo & conditioner with the scalp brush I have hardly itched my… Read more
head. The mint feels so refreshing on my scalp. Very happy with my purchase. The bottles are just quite small for what you pay.
Excellent - minimal itching after only two weeks – Nothing worked to relieve my itchy, flaky scalp - not even prescription medication. In desperation I tried Bondi Boost products and from the first application I've not used any further prescription medication, I have minimal itching after only two weeks and I'm noticing a lot less flakiness when I brush my hair. Cannot thank you enough Bondi Boost....and for the 30% off birthday promotion - I've just ordered another two bundles. Show details
Great product – This is a great product, combining both shampoo and conditioner has made my feel great, smelled great and no longer flaky on my head. Works well with the brush to scrub. Show details
Prevented not just dandruff! – This product was purchased as my daughter was starting high school and had chronic dandruff. I was so scared that she would be bullied as kids can be very nasty especially when her hair looked like someone had tipped shredded coconut on it. I was hesitant at purchasing due to the cost of it but had basically tried absolutely every supermarket… Read more
brand ‘dandruff’ shampoo. I had nothing to lose, I couldn’t bare for my daughter to be bullied at high school so purchased Bondi boost. It’s safe to say that the dandruff is 100% gone, her scalp is clear and she definitely isn’t being bullied!!
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The Best So Far – I have used everything to try and control dandruff and this is the best product I have used. Will buy the shampoo and conditioner again. It really smells lovely and fresh. Show details
The BEST HAIR PRODUCT! – Absolutely love this stuff ❤️ I used to stuffer from the worst dry itchy scalp and stuffer with bad dandruff and Nothing helped or worked. Until I used this product it amazing stuff and I can’t live without it Show details
Miracle for us!! Wish we had got it sooner – My husband and I have been dealing with dandruff issues for a long time. Already after first use, we both got the best results. No itching at all. Sensitive to scalp. Love love love it!!! It may seem costly while purchasing but it’s worth every penny. Would continue to use this now at least for a long time. Thanks team BB Show details
This conditioner saved my scalp!! – First use the Dandruff Repair Shampoo. The conditioner is a fantastic product, it saved my itchy and sore scalp. I used to scratch all the time, but no more. Highly recommend this. I have used other products and nothing else worked. You can actually feel it soothing your scalp even after getting out of the shower. Show details
Love love love this product – Within two washes using the dandruff range my itchy and flakey scalp was almost non existent. Smells amazing too. My hair felt soft and nourished. Will definitely be purchasing this again Show details
Cannot stop using it – I love their Dandruff intensive kit as it helps to stop the itch on my scalp and it smell so fresh. Their customer service is also top notch and delivery is super fast Show details
No more itchy, flaky scalp – I’ve been suffering from oily, flaky and itchy scalp using shampoo bought from grocery stores and even with dandruff specific shampoos. It didn’t clear my scalp at all and continued to suffer. Until I bought and tried the Dandruff shampoo and conditioner line together with pink salt scrub. My scalp felt clean and I never felt any reason to itch my… Read more
scalp again.
I noticed significant difference when I ran out of Bondi boost dandruff shampoo and conditioner and resorted back to regular shampoo… my scalp went back to very itchy and irritated! I immediately ordered a new set and my scalp has never been happier and healthier since my switch to Bondi boost!
Goodbye Itchy Scalp!! – I purchased this kit as I was sick of my regular dandruff products and how they made my hair feel after use. Using this kit has dramatically changed my scalp and hair since my first use. My flakes have gone, my itchy scalp is no longer and my hair feels fuller and stronger! I love this stuff! Show details
Dandruff repair shampoo and conditioner – I have suffered a dry scalp for many years not even medicated shampoos worked. I then found bondi boost and have not looked back. My scalp feels fresh and clear. I was my hair twice a week. I use the pink salt scrub once a week and the dandruff mask once week as well. Highly recommended Show details
works great!! – I’ve only used this twice now (in combination with the miracle mask as conditioner and using the intensive spray, not sure if they also helped) and my dry flaky scalp is gone!!! it helped reduce frizz and wasn’t too drying either. A little expensive but worth it for good quality haircare imo. also smells like toothpaste which is refreshing and not overpowering, i just wasn’t expecting it lol Show details
Game changer!! – I have been waiting all my life for this! I have thick, wavy hair that is difficult to wash and I have been battling with dandruff for as long as I can remember. My head was always itchy, oily and flakey until BondiBoost dandruff range. After my second wash it was gone! I no longer have dandruff….. also, I can go longer between hair washing now so my products last longer too Show details
Bondi Boost Dandruff Repair Range – I’ve been suffering from dry, itchy scalp possibly as a result of increased exercise. After just 1 use of the shampoo and conditioner, I noticed a great improvement in my scalp. So good that I immediately bought more products from the bondi boost range including pre ordering the blow out brush which I can’t wait to receive and try. Show details
Great! – I have a lot of scale on my scalp and this shampoo, conditioner and once a week using the salt scrub is really helping. It lasts for ages as you don’t need a lot to do the job. It smells amazing too!! Show details
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