An expert guide to aloe vera for hair that’ll transform your locks

Overall result: Although a little pricey, this conditioner is totally worth it. What I loved about it the most is that my hair didn't feel as frazzled at the ends from where I frequently straighten it. Smell: This has a beautiful lavender fragrance that remained in my hair until re-washed the next day. Feel: Combined with the shampoo, this left my hair feeling super soft. It also felt creamy to touch and easy to apply to my wet hair. Time left between washes: Needed to wash my hair the next day as my fringe was greasy, however the rest was in great condition. Rating: 9.8 out of 10

Overall result: This is an incredible shampoo for me because it is cruelty-free, vegan and organic. My favourite thing about it is how you only need a little dollop to wash your hair. And I have a LOT of hair so this saves me getting though a bottle a week.Smell: Not as prominent as the conditioner, light notes of lavender do come through, but personally, I prefer the smell when combined with other products.Feel: It is lovely and gentle so you can really massage it into your head. I can only describe it as a spa experience in a bottle.Time left between washes: Found the same results as the conditioner. Rating: 8.5 out of 10

**Overall result:**This beauty is going to be my new go-to heat spray when I dry my hair. Not only did it leave my hair feeling protected, but I found my mane had no kinks in it, so I didn't have to take a straightener to it.Smell: I'm not exaggerating when I say this smells just like a Piña colada cocktail. It has holiday vibes written all over it.Feel: With some heat protection sprays, I found it has left my hair feeling greasy, however this was not the case with this product. I felt like I had not put anything in it all.Rating: 9 out of 10

Overall result: I suffer from dandruff because I have psoriasis on my scalp. Since using this shampoo, I've not seen one flake - yay. Smell: The best way I can describe it is that it smells like tropical plants. It's pretty luxurious and would feel right at home in a spa I recon.Feel: When I put this on, it felt like it took all of the moisture out of my hair and I was worried it would leave my already dry strands even drier. But, as soon as I rinsed and added the conditioner, it left my hair feeling silkier than it has ever felt.Time left between washes: It still was looking super fresh three days after washing it - I could have gone a couple more days if I had dry shampooed my fringe.Rating: 9.2 out of 10

Overall result: I've got thick hair, so naturally it's always a tangled mess, and taking a brush to it is my worst nightmare. After the first use, my hair was so smooth I was able to run my fingers through it fine. The next time, I didn't even brush my hair it was in THAT good condition.Smell: Almost identical to the shampoo, but somehow a little sweeter.Feel: Not going to lie, my hair has never felt so healthy. I love the feel - I can't stop touching it, help.Time left between washes: Same as the shampoo.Rating: 9.8 out of 10

Overall result: What I love most about this shampoo is that there is no plastic packaging. However, I spent more time rubbing the bar to get shampoo off it, than it took to wash my hair. The result was worth it though because my long locks felt super fresh afterwards.Smell: The best way I can describe the fragrance is that it's natural and light.Feel: This did leave my hair feeling a little dry but was perfectly fine when combined with conditioner.Time left between washes: Two days, but with dry shampoo on the fringe.Rating: 7.5 out of 10

Overall result: For the price, I was unsure it would keep up with other options available, however, I was pleasantly surprised. The only thing that prevents this from getting top marks is that the lid broke when I opened it. Smell: The best way to describe the smell is by comparing it to freshly cut grass. It's very botanical.Feel: Not only does this shampoo feel light, but it becomes really creamy and lathers well when I massaged it into my hair.Time left between washes: I'm currently on day two of not washing my hair. My fringe usually is my downfall, but no hint of grease in sight.Rating: 8.5 out of 10

Overall result: From my roots to the ends of my hair, my strands felt replenished. With long locks almost down to my waist, I did need to use a lot for full coverage.Smell: Its scent is exactly like the shampoo: light, fresh and as if it was plucked straight out of a garden.Feel: My scalp often feels aggravated and itchy. After gently massaging this conditioner in, it altered and became soothed. Plus, it left my hair feeling glossy.Time left between washes: Found the same result as the shampoo.Rating: 9 out of 10