I often try to go with less hair washes as I have long hair but normally would need to wash daily. This really is a game changer in this. I have tried everything for in between washes both expensive and less expensive but usually still can’t have the hair open usually. With this I can not only have the hair open after using this, it also lasts the day after while still having a healthy scalp. You need to brush through to make sure to not have residue but it works wonders. Yes the hair is not as soft as it is usually but for styling that even helps a lot (because my hair is naturally super soft). Definitely recommend this and will buy again!