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This is my favorite shampoo bar. I also love it for my face.
Posted by Peggy on 11th Jan 2022
Nice lather and scent
Posted by Diane Dwire on 13th Feb 2021
I bought this for my 17 year old daughter to try. She has not used on her hair as she is very particular about her hair "routine", but she loves it on her sensitive skin and loves the way it makes her skin smell.
Posted by Joanne Brennan on 20th Sep 2020
This is by far the best shampoo bar I have used!
Posted by Stephanie Gorrell on 12th Sep 2020
I’ve never had a shampoo bar make my hair so clean shiny and beautiful! Besides how amazing this product leaves my hair, it smells flowery and wonderful. My man smelled my hair and said it even has notes of chocolate lol!
Posted by Sofia Anorga on 4th Jul 2020
Best shampoo bar I have ever tried. I bought the bella rose bar and will for sure be trying others soon! Prices are actually reasonable!
Posted by Kait on 28th Jun 2020
There is no bottle shampoo or conditioner product on the market that can match the quality, gentle effectiveness and luscious scent than the shampoo bars. Totally natural and worth its weight in gold.
Posted by Mary Cousineau on 13th May 2020
This bar cleans the hair and skin beautifully. I will definitely be buying more.
Posted by Diana on 28th Jun 2019
I love it. My hair comes out great and the shampoo bar is a wonderful invention.
Posted by Susan on 13th Oct 2018
Wonderful product. I have color treated hair and this shampoo bar cleanses and conditions beautifully. And it smells great. Highly recommend.
Posted by Susan on 31st Aug 2018
I think this bar works really well as a shampoo bar - my red hair is clean, shiny & has plenty of body and curls. The reason for only four stars instead of five is the scent. I wanted to really love it & if it were not as strong, I might. It is just a little too much for me. However, if the Lavender Buttermilk's scent was this strong, I would love it!
Posted by Wendy on 2nd Aug 2018
Im new to this and im still getting used to the feel of my hair right after wash, but when my dries out it’s soooo soft and smells greaat!!! Will get more and will definitely try the rinse
Posted by Angel Javier on 13th Jul 2018
I've tried many of the bars here, and this is probably my favorite scented one!
Posted by Lonny on 5th Jun 2018
I love the smell of this shampoo bar! It has been so gentle on my sensitive skin. My favorite use for it has been face and body so far. It's great on hair too, but since I'm so new to shampoo bars, I'm still in a sort of transition phase and I'm working it out. I have noticed that I do have to use an acid rinse of some type (citrus acid or apple cider vinegar) every time for both hair and face, but not much! Like the old saying goes, "a little dab'll do ya." Just a spritzer with the spray bottle (check out AVNS's citric acid rinse and ACV rinse), wait about a minute (or leave on) and rinse! A quick note about the rinses: at least for me, I have to dilute the rinses just a bit more than they are already diluted, again due to my sensitive skin. So while I love shampoo bars so far, I'm still working out the kinks of when and how to wash and use acid rinses. Your mileage may vary! I don't think you can go wrong with this shampoo bar, or any other AVNS bar, but I must say that I have loved smelling this soap every time I take a shower. It's made this whole transition thing much more pleasant!! Oh, and at the end of the transition period? Zero scalp itch!!! I seriously have had itchy scalp for many years - probably about 10 years or even more. I would use shampoo over and over again trying to get rid of the itchiness. I thought I just wasn't getting my scalp clean. Turns out, maybe I was right! Shampoos are full of synthetic detergents and lots of water, and they just don't clean like shampoo bars do. Seriously! I am feeling super clean and my skin is totally happy now. I love the fact that this is one more thing I no longer have to worry about, and I can say goodbye to the years and thousands of dollars literally washed down the drain looking for my perfect shampoo. I have found my perfect shampoo - in a bar form! I would definitely recommend the Bella Rose, and I'm looking forward to trying other AVNS yummy looking bars.
Posted by Andrea Stramiello on 6th Apr 2018
I first thought the smell was to strong and would aggravate my asthma but I left it on the counter for a week this got me used to the scent I tried l oved what it did for my hair and skin sometimes you've got to give thinga a little time
Posted by lisa taylor on 7th Jun 2017
What a welcoming scent on a 24 degree day. I used this last night for the first time and I am happy it lacks that geranium smell a fair amount of rose scents contain. This has an almost menthol rose scent. It lathered very well. I used it on my curly hair and all over body to cleanse and shave. I love these bars. Just don't let the soap get in your eyes it burns like the dickens. But we all know that's good because it means it wasn't tested on animals. I often use desert essence brand conditioners with the shampoo bars but only on the length of my hair. I'll have to make a note of this one for gift giving. It brings me back to my childhood with my grandmother's bathroom adorned with knitted tissue covers. Very soothing. Washed well and didn't dry out my skin. I'm still searching for the shampoo to help revive my heavy curls.
Posted by Amanda on 16th Mar 2017
I just ADORE the scent of this bar. It is divine. The first time I used It I did not have much luck with it. I had oiled my hair beforehand and it was too much for this bar to remove from my fine hair. I was also just switching back to shampoo bars again after going back to store shampoos for a few years. I waited about a week and tried it again and this time it is was fabulous. I do use a mild vinegar rinse followed by a distilled water rinse. We have pretty hard water here in the area of middle Tennessee I am in. I was very tempted to try not using the rinse this morning because my hair really felt that it could. I decided I better not risk it because I had things to do and didn't want to deal with a not so good hair day. My hair dried so soft and fluffy but in a good way fluffy. And it smells so delicious. So far this and the Lavender Buttermilk are my favorites from AVNS! If you try a shampoo bar and don't like it the first time you try it, put it away for a while and try it again after a while. It still may not work for you, but chances are it might. Don't be scared off if you have hard water either. It may take you a while longer to figure out how to make it work for you, but when you do it is FABULOUS!
Posted by Stephanie Brooks on 18th Nov 2016
I loved this soap especially paired with the roll-on scent and jocoba oil. The reason that I rate this a 4 is because it used up quicker than most soaps. This ,however, did not stop me from buying another bar.
Posted by Anonymous on 13th Jun 2016
This is not a bar that I would have picked for myself, as I am hesitant to use bars with fragrance. I received a free sample of this bar with my recent order and after trying it I absolutely love it! I've always been afraid to try a shampoo bar or body bar with fragrance because of how my skin would react. I am not disappointed with this bar and I will definitely be purchasing a full sized bar with my next order!
Posted by Anonymous on 9th Jun 2016
I originally started using shampoo bars from J. R. Liggetts and loved the way that they made my hair feel. After some time, though, I found that they weren't really doing much justice to the scent of my hair. I looked around and found your shampoo bars and I am in love. Not only do they make my hair feel happy and healthy, unlike regular shampoos which make my hair feel limp and thin, but they make my hair smell amazing.
Thank you so much for your work. I am definitely a forever customer. :)
Posted by Mikaela Krumrei on 24th May 2016
Surprised that it actually did smell like roses. But does not eliminate dandruff for me like some of the other AVN shampoo bars do. Will use it on my body because the smell is amazing.
Posted by L on 9th Mar 2016
I love the rose fragrance--very real and mild. Great for my fine hair.
Posted by Anonymous on 1st Sep 2015
Of all the shampoo bars I have tried from Apple Valley, Bella Rose is my favorite. The look, lather, smell and after effects on my hair all combine to make one awesome bar. The smell is my favorite of all too. I had to purchase a sample of the Bella Rose Perfume oil to go with this shampoo. I just love this one; especially the scent. It is my go to hair and body bar duo
Posted by Tonie Campbell on 5th May 2015
I love this bar. Easy on the skin and makes my hair soft and curly without the usual frizz I have. The fragrance is divine if you are a rose lover.
Posted by Hollie on 21st Jan 2015
I absolutely love this shampoo. The smell is wonderfully feminine. I switched to shampoo bars because I just could not take the harsh chemicals in shampoo anymore. I love the way this make my hair very soft.
Posted by Holly B on 22nd Oct 2014
So, let me start out by just saying this bar smells amazing. I love it. Now, I've been using shampoo bars for a couple months now and I have to say I'll never go back to regular shampoos again so long as I can help it. After complaining that my hair lost it's curl over the last several years, I discovered it was my hair products! After using AVNS shampoo bars for a bit, my hair is back to it's old self, curls and all. I couldn't be happier. Thank you!
Posted by Sarah Ochoa on 4th Sep 2014
I am new to shampoo bars. I started off trying a couple other others. One of those was the wildflowers coconut body bar which is amazing. I love the scent which is what lead me to Bella Rose. It is everything all the reviews rave about. It smells so good and my hair has dried so soft and curly. I think it is my favorite bar yet!!!! It makes me want to buy all the coordinating products too. If youre hesitant, dont be!
Posted by Aubree Marie on 30th Jul 2014
I originally purchased Bella Rose as I love the scent of roses. I used other shampoo bars and had so-so experiences so I purchased this soap thinking I was going to use it as a body only bar. To my surprise, my hair loved it. My hair is colored but this shampoo did not strip the color, kept my hair soft and bouncy. I do use a ACV rinse every two-three shampoos. (I love the Bella Rose fragrance so much that I purchase the jojoba oil and the perfume oil but the soap bar still smells the best).
Posted by Linda Lee on 26th Jun 2014
Ahhh!!
I just can't get enough of Bella Rose!
It's been about 4-5 months since I switched to shampoo bars and my first try was with Appley Valley. All I have to say is THANK YOU for making these wonderful, hair-loving, eco-friendly soaps =)
The smell of Bella Rose is just awesome. Love that rose fragrance, yet it's not over-powering.
It lathers well and leaves hair shiny and soft.
Keep making 'em Appley Valley, I'll pamper myself with Bella Rose!
Posted by SoapThusiast on 20th Jun 2014
This soap like all the ones I've tried work very well. I gave this a 4 ONLY because of the rose scent that was too strong for me. Otherwise if you like rose scents, this is a good one!
Posted by Anonymous on 30th Mar 2014
This is my all time favorite shampoo bar it works awesome on my dry curly hair,I love the smell it is amazing.
Posted by Anonymous on 11th Feb 2014
Magnificent Feminine Fragrance. Powerful and Calming! I Lather my treses and bathe in fragrent waters with this Bar-I Love to close my eyes and inhale- The fragrance is subitle,powerful and Beautiful. Great for Hair & Body- This Bar helps me to Love Being a Woman
Posted by Bonnie Sue B on 9th Feb 2014
Love this soap. My skins feels fresh and clean. And my hair has never felt healthier.
Posted by Sammie on 11th Nov 2013
The scent of this bar is so lovely. Seriously you guys are great at creating combinations of scents. It also cleans very well and leaves my hair shiny and soft. :) I will definitely buy a full size bar when I'm finished with my sample.
Posted by Bethany on 31st Oct 2013
This soap smells wonderful!
Posted by Laura on 16th Aug 2013
That's the word that I would use to describe this soap. Smells pretty and looks pretty! Left my hair with just a hint of roses. Very pleased!
Posted by Alyssa on 21st Jul 2013
What a wonderful scent and it lathers beautifully. I like this soap.... good all over shower bar. Don't think I'll be going back to Oil of Olay.
Posted by Shannon on 1st Mar 2013
Wow just wow! This is such a gorgeous smelling bar of soap. It's so warm and intoxicating, I can't get enough. You should start making perfume oils, you guys really know how to combine scents. It lathers great and leaves my hair soft, silky and smelling wonderful all day!
Posted by Nikki on 28th Feb 2013
I like rose scented things and I was expecting something more floral and was pleasantly surprised at how warm and inviting the true scent was! Fantastic smell, will definitely be buying this again!
Posted by Leah on 2nd Dec 2012
The first time my 6 year old smelled the Bella Rose, she said she absolutely had to have a bar. Now it is her main soap in the shower.
Posted by Sarah on 21st Nov 2012
I love this bar! It smells unbelievably good, natural not perfumy. I also use this on my 4 yo's very curly hair and it is wonderful!
Posted by Dena on 13th Aug 2012
Natalie sent me a sample of this soap. I have no words for how amazing it smells! I am seriously addicted to it and I've only used it once. I'm not a fan of the typical "rose" smell, but this...I have no words. Beautiful. Feminine. Delicate. Victorian. Lovely. Guess I had a few words after all. It is amazing. I'll be buying more.
Posted by Danielle on 24th Jul 2012
If you love the smell of roses, this bar of soap is fantastic. It lathers up very nicely but the scent of roses while you bathe is heavenly.
Posted by Karen on 3rd Jun 2012
This is my absolute favorite bar. The fragrance is amazing and it lathers well. Love it!
Posted by Hollie D on 22nd May 2012
i havent used it as shampoo, but a as body bar . the scent is so addictive i bought the matching oil as well
Posted by maryla on 22nd May 2012
I absolutely LOVED showering with this soap! It smells amazing! You make awesome soap!!!!
Posted by Rachel B. on 3rd Apr 2012
I've tried samples of many of the shampoo bars and this one is my absolute favorite. It smells absolutely amazing! It lathers great and leaves my hair soft and silky.
Posted by Janine on 3rd Apr 2012
This shampoo bar smells so wonderful! It works really well on my curly hair, too.
Posted by Anonymous on 3rd Apr 2012
I love the color and scent of this bar. It is very perfume like. Your soaps are so nice!
Posted by Anonymous on 3rd Apr 2012
This is one of my favorite bars. It smells so good!
Posted by Jessica Johnson on 2nd Apr 2012
So far this is my favorite AVNS bar. It leaves my complexion rosy and my hair shiny and I love the light, rosy scent. I always make sure I have one of these on hand.
Posted by Heidi Cooke on 2nd Apr 2012
This is one of my favorites. Smells great. Luxurious lather.
Posted by Laura W on 2nd Apr 2012
I love these soap/shampoo bars! They are great for traveling and keeping your shower free from all the excess chemicals and just clutter. All natural and works great! What more could you want!
Posted by Shelby on 2nd Apr 2012