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| fiorley | others | |
|---|---|---|
| pH Level | 4.5 – 5.5 (Skin Identical) | Varies, some are 9.0+ (Drying/Stripping) |
| Scent | 100% Organic Steam Distilled Essential Oils | Synthetic "Parfum" or "Fragrance" (Hormone disrupting) |
| Cleanser | 5-Plant Bio-Cleanse | Sulphates & Harsh Non-Sulphates |
| Plant & Oil Extraction | Ayurvedic & Cold-Pressed | Chemical Solvents |
| Nutrients | ~85% Retained Vitamins | Negligible - if any (Due to chemical extraction) |
For the Detail seekers:
| FIORLEY: Ayurvedic or Cold Pressed extraction |
OTHERS: Hexane or High Heat extraction |
Why it matters for your scalp | Why it matters for your hair | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antioxidants | 70% – 85% Retained | <30% Retained | Protects the scalp from "oxidative stress" which can cause hair thinning. | Shields the hair from environmental damage and locks in colour. |
| Vitamins | 80% – 90% Retained | Significant Loss | Nourishes the "soil" of the hair, supporting healthy skin cell turnover. | Increases hair elasticity and prevents strands from becoming brittle. |
| Proteins & Enzymes | 100% Bio-available | Denatured (Broken) | Keeps plant enzymes active to help soothe and balance the microbiome. | Smooths the cuticle and fills microscopic gaps for a silky feel. |
| Minerals | High Concentration | Strips Trace Minerals | Balances sebum production and calms sensitivity or itchiness. | Provides the essential building blocks for structural strength. |
FAQs
Yes. Unlike traditional shampoos that rely on harsh chemical strippers, Fiorley is safe for daily use because it is 100% plant-powered and perfectly pH balanced at 4.84.
However, most of our users find that as the botanical extracts rebalance their scalp oils, they can naturally transition to washing every 3–4 days. It is a "Scalp Training" formula – the more the botanicals nourish your skin barrier, the less oil your scalp needs to overproduce.
Because this is a professional-grade, sulphate-free formula, the lathering experience is different from a supermarket brand. It won't give you a "mountain of bubbles" on the first wash, but it creates a beautiful, creamy foam during the second.
Why the lather is different:
The First Wash (The Detox): The botanical cleansers are busy attaching to surface oils, dirt, and environmental pollutants. The shampoo is working hard to detoxify, even without big bubbles.
The Second Wash (The Infusion): Once surface debris is rinsed away, the second wash produces a much richer, dense lather. This allows our 66%+ Concentrated Botanicals to deliver nutrients directly into your follicles.
For the best results, leave the lather on for 3 minutes during your second wash.
Because Fiorley is a 66% Rich Botanical Base rather than a detergent-based soap, the plant extracts need this short "infusion time" to deeply penetrate the follicles and rebalance the scalp.
The Professional Technique:
Prep: Wet hair and move your head away from the direct stream to prevent water from diluting the formula.
First Wash: Massage gently into the scalp (fingers directly on skin, not just hair). Rinse.
The Infusion: Repeat, but let the lather sit for 2–3 minutes. This allows the Willow Bark and Ayurvedic botanicals to fully detoxify the skin barrier before your final rinse.
Absolutely. Our formula is specifically designed to protect your investment.
In hair science, a low (acidic) pH is the "vault" for your colour. It seals the hair cuticle flat, locking in pigment and moisture while preventing the dryness that often follows chemical treatments.
By excluding silicones and "polyquats", we ensure your hair isn't suffocated by waterproof films. The result is a deep clean that leaves your salon colour vibrant and your roots bouncy.
Conventional shampoos use synthetic surfactants (sulphates), salts and other harsh chemicals that strip the scalp's protective oils. Combined with warm water, this makes the skin barrier more permeable, allowing synthetic substances to penetrate the skin more easily. Over time, this cumulative exposure disrupts your natural balance and irritates the scalp.
THE FIORLEY DIFFERENCE: We have replaced aggressive detergents with a 66% Rich Botanical Base. Instead of stripping the skin, we use 13 different plant extracts to support the skin barrier. Our formula cleanses, nourishes, and supports a healthy scalp environment without "hidden" toxins or synthetic additives.
Yes. Our plant-based formula is gentle and safe for the whole family. However, it is not a "tear-free" formula. To achieve a "tear-free" result, conventional brands use synthetic numbing agents and raise the pH to a neutral 7.0 (the pH of an eye). Because Fiorley is precision-balanced at a scalp-healthy pH of 4.7 and contains 100% Organic Sweet Orange Essential Oil (0.65%), it will sting if it comes into contact with the eyes. We recommend using extra care with younger children - keep their heads tilted back to ensure the botanical goodness stays on their hair and out of their eyes.
This formulation is arguably the best shampoo for dry hair because it stabilises the microbiome by maintaining a skin-identical 4.5 - 5.5 pH. This pH protects the acid mantle, preventing the moisture loss and irritation caused by alkaline surfactants.
We did a deep dive into "dry scalp" products when formulating the Fiorley range, and the results were eye-opening. Most products for dry hair don't actually resolve the issue; they simply mask it with silicones or polyquats that suffocate the hair strand, leading to long-term dehydration.
Further, Fiorley doesn't contain any harsh surfactants or sulphates, drying alcohols, salts or irritants - the culprits that contribute to dry hair and scalp.
Most shampoos for dry hair rely on silicones that suffocate the hair strand, masking dryness while contributing to long-term dehydration. We do things differently. By using concentrated Marshmallow Root and Argan Oil, we deliver deep, botanical hydration that penetrates the hair shaft without the buildup.
Fiorley is a premium cosmetic reset designed for total scalp optimisation. By removing synthetic "suffocants" - like silicones and harsh sulphates - we address the environmental triggers behind flakiness and thinning.
Our formula addresses this by focusing on three key areas:
- Exfoliation & Clearing: Willow Bark Extract naturally exfoliates the scalp surface, removing the excess sebum and dead skin cells that can lead to flakiness and irritation.
- Follicle Stimulation: Organic Bhringraj and Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) are ancient Ayurvedic staples known for stimulating the scalp and encouraging the appearance of thicker, fuller hair.
- Micro-Circulation: Rosemary Leaf Extract and Rosemary Essential Oil work to boost blood flow to the hair bulb, ensuring nutrients reach the root to support hair density and strand vitality.
By excluding harsh synthetic "nasties" in favour of high-performance, nourishing botanicals, you are effectively clearing the path for healthy growth and cultivating the ideal "soil" for your hair to thrive.
To maintain the potency of our organic botanical extracts, close the cap tightly after each use and store the bottle away from direct sunlight.
