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Scent Not Overpowering

Customers generally find the scent of the shampoo not overpowering and refreshing, with some mentioning a cooling feel from the mint. A few customers suggest that the peppermint could be stronger for an improved experience. Overall, the scent is well-received and adds to the positive feedback about the product's effectiveness in treating itchy scalp and thinning hair.

Long Lasting

Customers have expressed that the shampoo lasts longer than expected, with some reporting usage for months. The product's value and high-end professionalism are also noted by several reviewers.

Thick Consistency

Customers generally have positive feedback about the thick consistency of the shampoo, which they find refreshing and effective in improving hair thickness and strength. However, some customers expressed concerns over the use of artificial colors and chemicals in the product.

Cleans Oily Scalp

Customers have generally positive feedback about the shampoo's ability to clean oily scalp effectively while leaving their hair feeling fresh and soft. Some customers noted the need for a separate conditioner due to its strong cleansing power. The tea tree oil and peppermint scent are also popular among users.

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Itchy Scalp Relief

Customers with itchy scalps report significant relief and improvement, noting the product's powerful tingling effect and ability to reduce itching and flakiness. Some users also mention the added benefit of improved hair texture and softness. However, a small group of customers have not experienced noticeable results.

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Quality


Still relatively new user but so far it has helped with the itchy scalp and flakes from the dry winter air.


I gave the product 5 stars since it solved my problem, smells good (if you like a soft peppermint) but not overwhelming, and it...  Read More


In the past 6 months i have developed an oily, itchy scalp which has caused a lot of itching and general uncomfort.


After years of trying different shampoos (prescription strength, head and shoulders, tea tree, baking soda) i ultimately quit s...  Read More

Price


I dont want to spend the money on a water softener just yet so i bought this shampoo after reading the reviews.


Though it is expensive in my opinion i love it.


I also have prescription shampoo that’s $80 and i have needed to use it!

Packaging/appearance


A bottle arrives fully sealed in plastic.


The packaging it comes in is interesting, a cylinder shaped tube, price-wise kick active isn't bad, i could see it being around the $14.


But hey, i do have a problem with paying extra for expensive packaging and will continue to point it out wherever it exists (two cents).

Competitiveness


I am very pleased with not only how it smells but how it performs, softens the hair, and my scalp doesn't feel as dry as other ...  Read More


I used paul mitchell tea tree and american crew tea tree for years.


I have used other brand of tea oil shampoo and it gave me a itch and burn on my scalp.


That's why i started looking for a less expensive alternative and i've found a few, but again none worked with any real significance.

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  • How are reviewers describing this item?
    good, great, dry, itchy and clean.
  • Our engine has profiled the reviewer patterns and has determined that there is minimal deception involved.
  • Our engine has detected that Amazon has altered, modified or removed reviews from this listing. We approximate total reviews altered up to 270.
  • Our engine has discovered that over 90% high quality reviews are present.
  • This product had a total of 6,523 reviews as of our last analysis date on Mar 10 2025.

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    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    In the past 6 months i have developed an oily itchy scalp which has caused a lot of itching and general uncomfort


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    My dermatologist has no solution for my hair after trying a prescription steroid shampoo and 3 different over the counter seborrheic dermatitis shampoos with no real success


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    I have been using kick shampoo for 6 days now and the verdict is still out


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    It may be helping to lower my itchy scalp as well but it may be the placebo effect as i desperately want something to work


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    I will continue using for at least another week to see if it clears up my scalp issues


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    I was looking for a men’s product that i could use daily to clean my hair and not leave my scalp feeling dry and itchy


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    One bottle will last a long time


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    My hair its long was dry and damaged

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