I bought the Root Awakening shampoo on a whim one day because it smelled good and it was on sale. I had used other John Frieda products in the past and liked, but not loved, them. The first time I used it I couldn't believe how shiny my hair was. I have very thick, wavy, highlighted hair. This really boosted the shine without any other shine enhancers and brought out my highlights. It also made my hair a lot smoother. I usually use a flat iron at least a few days a week and with this it takes about half of the time to get my hair as smooth as can be. And it smells really good. Even after a day of cleaning and chasing kids my husband noticed it right away when he got home from work, and he isn't always the most observant about that kind of stuff. I liked the shampoo so much that I went out and bought the conditioner and the spray on conditioner. The combination of all three makes my hair really silky and shiny for a lot less money than other brands that perform as well.

mariecarey

USA

This might be the only shampoo I'll ever buy again. I'd been suffering from dandruff for years now, and one of my haircut ladies recommended this shampoo because the tea tree oil is good for a dry scalp like mine. The first time I used it I wasn't aware that it was supposed to get all tingly and cold on your scalp, but it felt awesome. Within 3-4 days I could notice a major improvement in my scalp health. The flakes were leaving, but my hair was also getting shinier instead of looking dry and stale like before. It was the first hair product that banished my dandruff through moisturizing my scalp instead of drying it out more. I love it! 10/10!

mattyice28

USA

This John Frieda product works wonders to strengthen your hair, while keeping it healthy, shiny, and vibrant. I originally received this shampoo as a sample that I requested from a Facebook page. Once I tried out the sample on my hair, I was very happy with it. I began using it, and started recommending it to several of my friends and family members. Effectiveness This product is very effective. It is great to use on your hair first thing in the morning while you take your shower, because the formula in the shampoo actually works to stimulate your scalp, and it makes you feel very awake and alert. Scent I am absolutely in love with the scent of this shampoo. I love every John Frieda product that I have tried so far, but I think that this one is my favorite, hands down. This shampoo has a very unique, almost timeless scent to it. It smells very fresh and clean, and it gives your hair long lasting, beneficial results.

kaytay1228

USA

     The John Frieda Root Awakening Health Infusing Shampoo, in my opinion is a very good product  that keeps your hair..."alive" and healthy. It matches what the title says what it is- a product that awakens your root and keeps it healthy. After I had used it for the first time, my hair looked and felt healthier. The results are instantly; you can feel you hair getting healthier, and the scent is pretty "delicious" too. It adds a lot of shine to your hair- after you use it for a couple of times. It's not just the aftermath that feels good, is also when you are scrubbing it in your hair.     Some cons for the John Frieda Root Awakening Health Infusing Shampoo was that it was a little pricey for some people, especially if they are money-concious. If the bottle size was bigger, the price might have been more fair. It's also not the best product for people with sensitive noses, because the scent might be a little too strong. Overall, I would reccommend this product to other people. Effectiveness It is very effective,but after you are done, your hair feels so clumped and sticky.

coolcat12

San Diego, CA

Although originally, this wouldn't have been the type of product that I would buy, I ended up surprising myself and liking it.  About 95% of my body care products are all natural, so I don't buy drug store shampoos and conditioners, but I received free samples of the John Frieda Root Awakening Health Infusing Shampoo and the matching [conditioner][1] , so I decided to give them a try. The packaging says, "Awaken 3x healthier hair, starting at the roots." *  * compared to ordinary shampoo for healthy strength.  **John Frieda Root Awakening Health Infusing Shampoo ** is supposed to do the following: - Hydrate your scalp - Nourish hair from roots to ends - Stimulate your senses The John Frieda Root Awakening line is available in different formulas, for different hair types.  *Health* *Infusing* is for normal hair.    I know this product isn't made with all natural ingredients, but I would *consider* buying it if it was on sale.  Since the ingredients aren't on the sample, I would have to read the package to determine if it is a product I would buy.  I do like a large variety of shampoo and conditioner in the shower (about 3-4 brands), and this might be a nice addition. [1]: http://www.viewpoints.com/John-Frieda-Root-Awakening-Health-Infusing-Conditioner-review-ce8f0 Effectiveness It lathered really well, and left my hair feeling clean but not stripped.  When I rinsed my hair, it washed out easily and didn't leave my hair feeling rough like some shampoos do. Scent One of the things I like about John Frieda Root Awakening Health Infusing Shampoo is the scent.  It has a fresh, minty/eucalyptus scent that is not too strong like a L'Oreal shampoo sample I tried.

this2shallpass19

Camp Lejeune, NC

I am a big fan of John Frieda's shampoo and conditioner products, and was first lucky enough to obtain a sample of this before I bought it. It does have both its pluses and it s minuses. On the plus side, I must say it smells absolutely refreshing. The scent is like a eucalyptus mint aroma. I love that it doesn't require a whole lot to wash and condition my hair--just a dollop. The smell is so invigorating; it almost makes my scalp feel like it is receiving some type of cooling treatment. I love that feeling! John Frieda Root Awakening Shampoo leaves my hair smelling yummy, and coupled with the conditioner it makes my hair so soft. On the downside, the shampoo, nor the conditioner do nothing for volume. At least this is the case for my hair. I have thick hair, but it tends to lie flat without using the proper shampoo or styling aids. Although, John Frieda Root Awakening Shampoo makes my scalp feel awakened and alive probably due to the eucalyptus and mint, it does nothing for lifting my hair at the roots. All in all this a great cleaning product if you want that spa feeling while you wash, however, I wouldn't recommend it for volumizing.

dolphinedove

Southern Maryland, MD

I tried the John Frieda Root Awakening Shampoo mostly because it was on sale and I had a coupon. It looked interesting, so I gave it a shot. My favorite thing is the scent. I don't know how to describe the scent except that it is tingly and invigorating. It seems to help wake me up a little bit in the morning. Other than the smell, it seems to be just like any other shampoo. I have thick, wavy, and heavy hair, and this shampoo didn't seem different than any other less expensive shampoo. On the plus side, it didn't seem to weigh my hair down or dry it out, but it didn't do anything for my hair either. If anything, my scalp seems a little itchy after I use it. I think that the John Frieda Root Awakening Shampoo is not worth the price. Less expensive shampoos seem to work just as well, although they do not smell quite as nice. Its a decent product, but I won't buy it again unless the price comes down.

TriciaE

Dayton, OH

The root awakening shampoo from John Frieda's collection does exactly what it claims - improves hair health. The smell of the natural eucalyptus is delicious and I love getting in the shower and washing my hair not only for the good product I am using, but also to have that yummy aroma fill the shower and bathroom. I specifically purchased the breakage-prone style to help restore strnegth to my hair. The product also claims to stimulate and feed the roots, while fortifying to reduce breakage for visibly healthier hair. I have noticed that my hair feels stronger, but have not decided if it visibly looks healthier. I do not dye my hair, but the bottle says you are able to use this product for colored hair. I also recommend using the John Frieda's Root Awakening Conditioner after using the shampoo. Again, I cannot stress enough the yummy aroma the product gives off, which does awake my senses and provides me with energy to start my day. I highly recommend this product.

mfspringer

Walled Lake, MI

As someone who has damaged hair due to dying it in the past, I usually look for a shampoo that will work well at repairing.  Typically I use Pantene almost always.  However, I had a few friends who had tried the John Frieda Root Awakening line and told me how fantastic it was so I thought I would give it a try.  I usually find that when I shampoo my hair, it gets tangled up easily and then I end up having to use a ton of conditioner to get it somewhat where it will be manageable after the shower.  I was really impressed instantly with this product because my hair was already smooth and silky with just this shampoo!  The scent is really refreshing and awakening as well.  I am not sure what the scent is supposed to be but to me it is really minty and just really refreshing.  I also was happy with the price and felt that it was a really good price for something that I would compare to Salon quality shampoo.

stopfamily4

Lehi, UT

   I had a good coupon for John Frieda Root Awakening.   Since the commercials on TV, ads in the paper and just the name made it sound cool, I wanted to give it a try.   The price was a bit expensive, but I figured because of the price and the hype, it must work great.  Let me tell you, I don't mind paying more for quality; for something that I know will work better than other like items on the market, but this is not it.   I went through the whole bottle not noticing anything different, wonderful, or unusual about the product and how it works on my hair.  My hair is nothing special.  It is slightly wavy, thick, medium-short, and gets greasy in a normal amount of time.  So because my hair is average, I guess I expected an expensive product to show me a little something special than the average, cheaper shampoos.   It is because of the high price and the average performance that I give this a thumbs-down.  The price is way too high for something that is nothing special. 

schoolinall3

Saint Clair Shores, MI