We tried UpCircle’s first haircare product and new cleanser ahead of launch – here’s our verdict

This shampoo is presented in a refillable glass pot, and we found its formula to be somewhere between a paste and a creamy consistency. We instantly noticed the invigorating scent, and that’s thanks to ingredients such as peppermint, clove, lavender and grapefruit. It is awakening and brisk, with the minty herbal elements offering the strongest fragrance notes. The shampoo also includes pink berry extract, which is a repurposed by-product from the natural perfume industry.

After wetting our hair, we added the crème to our scalp and strands and noticed how easily it lathered. We also found rubbing the shampoo between our hands before applying it to our hair worked well. A little bit went a long way to cleanse our mid-length hair, and we really enjoyed how unusual the formula’s consistency is. It’s suitable for all hair types too.

After washing and drying our ’do, we were impressed to see smooth strands that felt soft and smelt pretty good too. If you’re looking for a refillable alternative to regular shampoo, in a chic holder, we think this could be the buy for you.

This cleansing milk is presented in a glass bottle with a pump nozzle applicator. Ingredients include upcycled oat powder, as well as aloe vera, jojoba, geranium and almond oil, and the complex felt gentle and calming on our irritation-prone skin. The formula is that of a lightweight cream cleanser, and it comfortably glides onto skin while feeling smoothing and soothing. Its scent is subtle, sweet and creamy, which we enjoyed while washing our face.

After rinsing off the cleanser with warm water, we saw fresh skin that felt soft to the touch. The cleanser removed a light layer of make-up, and we found using this product comforting from start to finish. Our teenage daughter lapped up this cleanser too, as it is non-drying. Like the shampoo, a small amount goes a long way and, as such, we can see this little bottle lasting a while too.