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I started using this shampoo when the treseme shampoo I was using before it gave me horrible dandruff. I was converted pretty quickly when it smelled amazing, got rid of nearly all the dandruff within three or four washes and left my hair (frizzy and curly and super thick) feeling and looking pretty great. I wouldn't use anything else now.
So I definitely thought this shampoo and conditioner was only if you had dandruff and problem hair - Until one day I was at my sisters and decided to use it.. Converted straight away!! I have never had a shampoo and conditioner leave my hair so silky and smooth before! I have long curly and some what frizzy hair and this duo tames the mane!
Sunsilk really does make my hair silky. I think it is the conditioner that works so well. The one thing that I don't like (as many shampoo and conditioners are like) is that the shampoo bottle and the conditioner bottle look so similar when I get into the shower without my glasses to read. I write in big permanent ink letter "Cond" and "Shampoo" so I can tell the difference. Sunsilk really does help with getting rid of tangles in my fine hair.
Pantene shampoo and conditioner for coloured hair. I have used it for years. Even my hairdresser agrees that it is suitable for coloured hair. I would never change from Pantene. Even though it is for coloured hair I use it on my Grandchildren . They love smell and feeling afterwards, they think it is a real treat to use Nannys Shampoo and Conditioner. I have even used it on my Staffy!!
My favourite shampoo. Loreal Elseve colour protect.
I have been using this shampoo for years now. I am not even sure how long. I know that you are supposed to change each six months, but I simply can not. Maybe for a wash or two, but not an entire bottle. This stuff is great. It keeps your hair soft, clean, nourished, shiny, and really protects that colour. Smells amazing too.
My 86 year old Mum was going crazy with an itchy scalp for over a year - she changed products in desperation, including purchasing some very expensive shampoos and conditioners. She had no idea exactly why she was itching herself crazy, even after using all natural ingredients. Eventually she thought to give Johnson & Johnson's Baby Shampoo and Conditioner a go, reasoning that surely it must be gentle enough if it can be used on the delicate scalps of babies ... and voila, straight after the first use, the itching ceased ... and she is SO happy about it!
Am usually fine with just using Sukin, however with my third pregnancy my scalp has been terrible! I tried a few natural solutions first but nothing worked. Then tried Cedel - instant difference! I now just use it once a week & it keeps my scalp under control. Can't wait to be back to normal again!
I'm in love with the Sukin Organics Protein Shampoo & Conditioner. At $19.95 for 1L, it's pricier than regular brands but probably the cheapest true organic one. I love that it helps minimise the nasties I put onto my skin, is great for my fussy scalp & hair, I can use it on the kids, and a little goes a long way so it's actually pretty good value too for the quality you get.
This shampoo is amazing! It smells delicious, it leaves my hair soft and silky and not at all oily. The price cannot be beat (in true Aldi fashion). The bottle is cute and being small it doesn't take up too much shower space. I definitely have and will continue to recommend this awesome shampoo.
I started using this shampoo when the treseme shampoo I was using before it gave me horrible dandruff. I was converted pretty quickly when it smelled amazing, got rid of nearly all the dandruff within three or four washes and left my hair (frizzy and curly and super thick) feeling and looking pretty great. I wouldn't use anything else now.
So I definitely thought this shampoo and conditioner was only if you had dandruff and problem hair - Until one day I was at my sisters and decided to use it.. Converted straight away!! I have never had a shampoo and conditioner leave my hair so silky and smooth before! I have long curly and some what frizzy hair and this duo tames the mane!
I have recently been using Organic Care Dry Nourish Shampoo and Conditioner and I have been really please with the results. After having and breastfeeding two kids my hair has changed completely and is now really dry. I find this shampoo and conditioner is really effective for dry hair, unruly hair, it has a great scent and seems to be free from all the nasties you find in other brands. It's readily available at the major supermarkets and best of all it's cheap! Great value hair care!
I love Loreal Elvive shampoos. I used to buy their colour protect shampoo, but then with pregnancy I stopped colouring my hair and no longer needed to use that one. I have recently switched to the Extraordinary Oil variety instead. Loreal keeps my hair really soft and tangle free for a while. It helps to maintain the balance of oils in my hair. The only thing that I don't like with this one is the smell, but it is growing on me.
Sunsilk really does make my hair silky. I think it is the conditioner that works so well. The one thing that I don't like (as many shampoo and conditioners are like) is that the shampoo bottle and the conditioner bottle look so similar when I get into the shower without my glasses to read. I write in big permanent ink letter "Cond" and "Shampoo" so I can tell the difference. Sunsilk really does help with getting rid of tangles in my fine hair.
I am really impressed by the Goldwell Kerasilk Reconstruct Shampoo.
This shampoo is pearl-coloured and I could really feel it cleansing my hair. No need to wash my hair twice - it cleaned my hair first go (unlike some really cheap & nasty shampoos).
It left my hair smelling nice and feeling silky even before following up with the Goldwell Kerasilk Reconstruct Conditioner.
I couldn't believe how soft and tangle free my hair became when I started to use Sunsilk brilliant shine (the one in the pink bottle). I think it is the conditioner that is making the difference. It has a beautiful scent as well. I wait for when it is on special to buy as it can get expensive.
The brand fruits although it is rather cheap is actually a good shampoo, I find it is one of the better cheap shampoos.
I was using this before I got dermatitis on my scalp and I did love using the shampoo and I absolutely love the smell of this shampoo, I'm quite sensitive to perfume and it gives me headaches but I find this scent is actually quite pleasent and doesn't affect me which is a bonus.
I get dermatitis on my scalp so my scalp gets itchy and irratated and a doctor recommend me head and shoulders. Honestly my experience with this brand is horrible.
it didn't work and the perfume from the shampoo was overwhelming and made my head spin to the point I almost fainted.
it took ages for me t o be able to get the pursue smell out and I thought perfume was a irritant, so why is it in a shampoo for sensitive scalps.
This shampoo is perfect for hair that has been coloured, I've used this shampoo for a few years and I found it to not only have a really nice gentle smell, it helps keep the hair stay bright and fresh just like it's just been coloured and the best part is that it doesn't irratated my skin and I have fussy skin.
it may be a salon bought shampoo but it's worth the money, I was definitely happy with the results.
natural shampoo that's good for itchy, dry and irratated scalp
The brand moogoo has by far been the best shampoo and products I have ever tried, I get a irratated dry scalp which can some times be caused from dermatitis and this shampoo has stopped my itchy dry irratated scalp and cleared it all up within a couple washes. I'm so pleased because at times I'd find myself scratching until I had a sore
Pantene shampoo and conditioner for coloured hair. I have used it for years. Even my hairdresser agrees that it is suitable for coloured hair. I would never change from Pantene. Even though it is for coloured hair I use it on my Grandchildren . They love smell and feeling afterwards, they think it is a real treat to use Nannys Shampoo and Conditioner. I have even used it on my Staffy!!
I buy Tresemme for the family. It is very versatile which means I only have to buy one bottle for all the family. It leaves everyone's hair soft and silky. I have tried many others but this is the best so far. Having mostly males I don't want to get anything too expensive or they will only waste it by using too much each time
My favourite shampoo. Loreal Elseve colour protect.
I have been using this shampoo for years now. I am not even sure how long. I know that you are supposed to change each six months, but I simply can not. Maybe for a wash or two, but not an entire bottle. This stuff is great. It keeps your hair soft, clean, nourished, shiny, and really protects that colour. Smells amazing too.
My Shampoo is OGX I found it at Aldi and the first few times i didnt buy it as i always thought that cheap stuff was nasty and no good so when i finally got it i was amazed at everything about it, especially the fact that it was cheap yet good quality.The smell stays all day which is refreshing and my hair is always silky soft. It has the Argan Oil of Marocco and is also Sulphure free...
So I found this last week at Chemist Warehouse. I was going to buy my regular Moisture Rich Treseme, but I decided to try this out seeing it is Paraben free, free of dyes and silicone.
My hair looks and feels very clean and is much softer than normal. The coconut smell is just gorgeous and lasts at least 2 days. I was sniffing my hair non stop. I'm really pleased. I definitely recommend it.
My 86 year old Mum was going crazy with an itchy scalp for over a year - she changed products in desperation, including purchasing some very expensive shampoos and conditioners. She had no idea exactly why she was itching herself crazy, even after using all natural ingredients. Eventually she thought to give Johnson & Johnson's Baby Shampoo and Conditioner a go, reasoning that surely it must be gentle enough if it can be used on the delicate scalps of babies ... and voila, straight after the first use, the itching ceased ... and she is SO happy about it!
I love Loreal. I recall reading that you're supposed to switch your shampoo every six months. I did that in my early 20s and tried every shampoo on the market. Once I found Loreal I never went back to any other brand. It makes my hair shine, it handles hairdrying well. It is soft, and it smells great. i'd never use anything else again (I just now switch between WHICH loreal product I use).
I have been using this product for easily the last 5 years. I have tried a number of different varieties, but currently am using the Moisture Rich formula and have been for quite some time now. My hair is naturally wavy with great tendency to frizz. I straighten my hair after every wash, and this shampoo provides my hair with the most silky smooth results. Every time.
I remember once a lovely older lady asked me what I use on my hair while I was at a park with my kids. She commented on how shiney and healthy my hair looked. Needless to say I was flattered, but I had to give the credit to Tresemme. In addition to it being great on my hair, it is so cheap! Often on special for $5 for 1lt. Awesome!
Am usually fine with just using Sukin, however with my third pregnancy my scalp has been terrible! I tried a few natural solutions first but nothing worked. Then tried Cedel - instant difference! I now just use it once a week & it keeps my scalp under control. Can't wait to be back to normal again!
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‘Trust Your Intuition’: How To Advocate For Your Child In Hospital
Mother’s instinct is a funny thing. At home, we trust it without question. But put us in a hospital setting with an unwell child, surrounded by doctors, nurses and monitors, and suddenly we start doubting ourselves.
What if I’m overreacting? What if I’ve got it wrong?
So we stay quiet, even when we know something just isn’t right with our child. I’ve been there myself – when my usually ‘tough’ son was doubled over with stomach pain. I was told in the emergency department that it probably wasn’t his appendix. But I knew he wouldn’t have begged me to take him to hospital unless it was serious. Because I know him better than anyone. Turns out, it was appendicitis.
It’s a really common place for parents to land. You’re grateful for the care your child is getting, but at the same time, you feel this huge responsibility to speak up if something doesn’t feel right.
Here’s the thing though: that instinct you’re feeling? It matters more than you might think.
Why your gut feeling matters more than you realise
According to Paediatric Nurse Unit Manager, Canterbury Hospital, Leticia Jackson, parents bring something to the hospital that no test or machine ever could.
“Parents often say they ‘just know’ when something isn’t quite right with their child, and in a hospital, that gut feeling is incredibly valuable,” she explains.
Leticia Jackson, Paediatric Nurse Unit Manager, Canterbury Hospital
While medical teams rely on observations, tests and equipment, parents know the little details. The way your child usually smiles. How they react when they’re tired. What’s normal for them.
So when something feels “off”, even if everything looks okay on paper, it can actually be an early warning sign.
“When parents trust those instincts and speak up, this creates a powerful partnership that can sometimes catch a problem before it becomes an emergency,” Leticia says.
Worried about speaking up? You’re not alone
A lot of parents hesitate about advocating for their child.
You don’t want to come across as difficult. You don’t want to question the people caring for your child. And sometimes, you just don’t feel confident enough to push the issue.
Leticia gets it.
“It is completely understandable for parents to feel hesitant,” she says. “No one wants to be seen as difficult or to second-guess the hardworking people caring for their child.”
But here’s a helpful way to look at it: you’re not challenging the medical team, you’re helping them.
Parents are the constant. Staff change shifts, care for multiple patients, and rely on snapshots of information. You’re there the whole time, noticing the subtle changes.
“Our medical team doesn’t view a concerned parent as overreactive, but as a partner,” Leticia explains. “Your voice matters.”
Remember, we know our children better than anyone.
What to do if you’re worried: the Raise It process
If you’re in a NSW public hospital or health service and you’re worried about you or your child’s condition getting worse, there is a clear process you can follow called Raise It.
Raise It is designed to help patients, carers and family members get help fast if they’re worried about a change in their loved one’s condition.
Here’s how it works:
Talk: Start by speaking to a nurse, midwife, doctor or health worker about your concerns.
Ask: Still worried? Ask to speak to the nurse or midwife in charge and request a Clinical Review.
Call: If you’re still concerned, you can escalate further using the Raise It process to get urgent attention from a senior health worker.
You don’t need medical knowledge. You don’t need to be certain. If you feel something isn’t right, or your child is getting worse, Raise It. You just need to speak up.
What should you actually look out for?
Sometimes it’s not one big, obvious sign. It can be small, subtle changes that just don’t sit right.
Things like:
Changes in breathing (fast, laboured or noisy)
Skin looking pale, mottled, or developing unusual rashes
Your child being unusually drowsy, floppy, or hard to wake
Confusion or behaviour that’s out of character
Pain that isn’t improving with treatment
Or simply that feeling that your child is getting worse
And sometimes, it’s just that gut feeling you can’t explain.
That’s enough.
“You are helping us, not bothering us”
If there’s one message Leticia wants parents to take away, it’s that you aren’t bothering the medical team, you’re helping them.
“In my years as a Nurse Unit Manager, I can say with absolute certainty that many critical changes in a child’s condition have been identified first by a parent. While our clinical staff are highly skilled at performing regular observations and interpreting data, parents are the only constant presence who truly know their child’s baseline behaviour, personality, and what is normal for them.
“I have seen numerous instances where a parent’s insistence that their child is “just not themselves” – despite vital signs appearing relatively stable – has prompted a deeper clinical review that uncovered everything from early signs of sepsis to a life-threatening respiratory crisis.”
The Raise It process exists because healthcare teams know how important parents are in keeping children safe.
“Speaking up doesn’t mean you don’t trust the team,” she says. “It means you’re partnering with us to make sure nothing gets missed.”
And if you’re still worried about being judged?
“Whether your concern turns out to be something or nothing, your instinct to raise it is always valid.”
As a parent of a child with cystic fibrosis, I’ve learned to trust my gut when something doesn’t feel right. We’ve had a few experiences where we’ve needed to go through different channels to raise concerns or frustrations with the hospital system to make sure our daughter got the care she needed. It’s great to see programs like this encouraging families to speak up, because parents often know when something isn’t quite right.
As a parent of a child with cystic fibrosis, I’ve learned to trust my gut when something doesn’t feel right. We’ve had a few experiences where we’ve needed to go through different channels to raise concerns or frustrations with the hospital system to make sure our daughter got the care she needed. It’s great to see programs like this encouraging families to speak up, because parents often know when something isn’t quite right.
This is so true from my experience over the years.
No matter how wonderful the medical team is, if you have any doubts speak up as a mother knows her child better than anyone.
Yes and amen to this article ! I agree with always follow your gut, you know your child like no one else does. In fact you are your child’s expert and should never stop advocating for them or speaking up. Sometimes professionals are very good in waving concerns away, all it takes is a human who listens
Even as a healthcare professional, when I took my soon to the ED when I was concerned, I felt awkward about speaking up, worried I was making a big deal out of nothing (even though i would never tjink this about a patient’s family if the roles were reversed). The message in this article is so important. Always stick to your guns. Always speak up and advocate for your kids – they can’t do it for themselves.
And honestly, some medical staff are idiots. I vividly remember the night two doctors huddled over my son’s lung x-rays. I hadn’t been allowed to accompany him to have them taken as I was pregnant. They finally told me solemnly that they were preparing to do emergency surgery as there was something in his lungs – “we don’t know what it is, but it’s definitely man made”. I took one look at the x-rays and asked if they’d taken off the battery packs for his cochlear implants, which were pinned to the back of his shirt, before the x-ray. And of course they hadn’t, and of course that’s what appeared to be in his lungs. Honestly!
I have learned many times to always listen to your gut and speak up when you don’t think something is right. This article was a great read, our kids are our world and if we don’t feel they are getting the right help, and we feel it, we need to speak up.
You should never second guess yourself when it comes to yours or your childs health- or anyones for that matter. Go with your thoughts. It is natural to want to protect a loved one especially when it comes to health situations, and the feeling you get when you think you didnt do enough to advocate or fight for them…it is not a kind or nice way to feel. Many people have ended up being heartbroken and picking up pieces for years because of feeling they didnt do enough.
A very good and informative article. I have read so many stories about mums just knowing when things are not right and demanding second and third opinions until they got the right answer. Sometimes mums just know. It is our job as care takers of our families. Listen to your gut!
Years ago, I spoke up for my 14-year-old daughter, but my concerns weren’t fully listened to. I’ve always wished I had pushed harder. She was sent home without much testing, and two days later, she passed away.
So, if you ever have concerns—no matter how minor—please speak up and keep advocating. Trust your instincts; they are there for a reason.
This is so important for parents to know how to raise it further if they don’t think their child is receiving the medical support they need! I know this article refers to the NSW system but other systems have similar procedures just with different names. I know in QLD it’s called Ryan’s Rule.
It’s so important to follow your gut instincts and express your concerns indeed. I have never hesitated to advocate for my children in various situations and I don’t care what other people think about it. Not all doctors and medical staff appreciate it when you question them, I’ve experienced that it may result in angry indignant responses.
How true this is! While nurses and doctors are the medical professionals doing their job on the daily, we know our children better than anyone and what is ‘normal’ for them. I would always speak up if I had noticed any changes in my child’s health and encourage other parents to do so too. No question is silly!
This really is such an important issue and a good topic to discuss with people, I am often surprised that people are worried about being judged. This is not something I care about; the priority is for the care and health of everyone is my family. Parents know their children and need to work with health professionals for the best outcomes for their children.
This is such an important issue to raise, and no one should ever feel ashamed, nervous or that they are being OTT for advocating for their kids, themselves or loves ones in hospital. In QLD we have Ryan’s Rule. A three step process where your concern will be escalated if they believe the patients condition isn’t improving or is worsening.
I have never been afraid to advocate for my children and partner and extended family and also friends. It is so important to listen and to trust intuition. When people have not listened, I have persevered and kept on with insisting on care and making sure they truly listened and took action.
11:10 am
Heads and shoulders clean and balanced
1:00 am
Head and Shoulders
10:32 pm
sleak Sunsilk
7:36 pm
Pantene
8:14 pm
My favourite shampoo. Loreal Elseve colour protect.
8:25 pm
ITCHY SCALP? Try Johnson's Baby Shampoo & Conditioner!
11:43 pm
Cedel Medicated Shampoo - great for dandruff!
11:47 am
SUKIN ORGANICS - the best!!
4:02 pm
Pantene Pantene
1:52 pm
Aldi Moroccan Argan Oil Shampoo
11:10 am
Heads and shoulders clean and balanced
1:00 am
Head and Shoulders
10:16 am
Great value for money
1:32 pm
Loreal Extraordinary oil.
10:32 pm
sleak Sunsilk
5:17 pm
Great for dry, damaged or frizzy hair
This shampoo is pearl-coloured and I could really feel it cleansing my hair. No need to wash my hair twice - it cleaned my hair first go (unlike some really cheap & nasty shampoos).
It left my hair smelling nice and feeling silky even before following up with the Goldwell Kerasilk Reconstruct Conditioner.
9:15 am
SUNSILK
10:54 pm
fruits shampoo
I was using this before I got dermatitis on my scalp and I did love using the shampoo and I absolutely love the smell of this shampoo, I'm quite sensitive to perfume and it gives me headaches but I find this scent is actually quite pleasent and doesn't affect me which is a bonus.
5:04 pm
head and shoulders apple shampoo is a no-go
it didn't work and the perfume from the shampoo was overwhelming and made my head spin to the point I almost fainted.
it took ages for me t o be able to get the pursue smell out and I thought perfume was a irritant, so why is it in a shampoo for sensitive scalps.
I will never buy this again and I don't recommend
9:04 pm
for colour treated hair
it may be a salon bought shampoo but it's worth the money, I was definitely happy with the results.
8:51 pm
natural shampoo that's good for itchy, dry and irratated scalp
7:36 pm
Pantene
11:22 am
My Favourite Shampoo
8:14 pm
My favourite shampoo. Loreal Elseve colour protect.
9:27 pm
OGX = Aldi Shampoo
10:16 pm
Really happy with the results
My hair looks and feels very clean and is much softer than normal. The coconut smell is just gorgeous and lasts at least 2 days. I was sniffing my hair non stop. I'm really pleased. I definitely recommend it.
8:25 pm
ITCHY SCALP? Try Johnson's Baby Shampoo & Conditioner!
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Because you're worth it.
12:12 am
Great results every time
I remember once a lovely older lady asked me what I use on my hair while I was at a park with my kids. She commented on how shiney and healthy my hair looked. Needless to say I was flattered, but I had to give the credit to Tresemme. In addition to it being great on my hair, it is so cheap! Often on special for $5 for 1lt. Awesome!
11:43 pm
Cedel Medicated Shampoo - great for dandruff!
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