Act+Acre reviews and discussion

3.9

65% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Innovative scalp-care formulations
  • Lightweight dry shampoo performance
  • Subtle clean product scent
  • Noticeable hair-growth support
  • Inconsistent shampoo lather performance
  • Underwhelming conditioner richness
  • Problematic pump bottle design
  • Potential residue and frizz

Act+Acre earns mixed-to-positive reviews and is considered effective by many for scalp health and curl revival, with products like Cold Processed Scalp Detox, Scalp Renew, and the Stem Cell Scalp Serum reducing flakes, oiliness, and shedding; however, reviews also flag inconsistent results, a difficult transition period, and persistent issues with shampoo lather, conditioner richness, and faulty pump packaging. The non‑aerosol dry shampoo draws consistent praise for clean feel, no white cast, and subtle scent, while some users report greasiness, residue, or frizz from the cleanse/conditioner and confusion between scalp treatments.

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67 reviews and posts

  • I used to have a subscription for both of these products but felt I wasn't using them fast enough. Now i just buy them when I need. the Detox oil smells SO good and I use it before my hair wash days and take time to mindfully put it in and give myself a hair massage. I feel the scalp serum has made my hair somewhat thicker but not super significantly. Amazing smelling products with natural plant-based care.

  • I do like the shower head. It seems to filter out impurities in the water. Of course, it was expensive and I will admit it was hard to get a good seal on it but once I did, I was very satisfied with the product

  • Oh, same review as for the shampoo as I reviewed them together! Still figuring out how this all works :) If anything to add, I'd say I wish the conditioner felt a little more rich, but it's still very nice!

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  • I think this set feels really clean and lightweight while still giving noticeable hydration after my first wash. My hair is softer and a little less frizzy after I air dry, which is hard to find! I only just started using but I hope I notice improvement and hydration over time like it promises! I'll update after further use :) Update: It doesn't make my hair as soft as I would like. I don't think I will repurchase.

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  • have enjoyed using this product, feels restorative although I have not been using it for long enough to notice a tangible difference yet. however, i look forward to monitoring how this improves my hair quality.

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  • I discovered Act + Acre a while ago and initially really loved the brand and the concept and the fact that they are science backed. The products feel thoughtful and high quality, and I enjoyed using them when I did. That said, over time I noticed I just didn’t keep reaching for them. Nothing was necessarily wrong, they just didn’t become staples in my routine the way I hoped. For me, that usually means a product didn’t quite deliver enough of a difference to stay in rotation. Beautiful brand and idea, just not a long-term must-have for my routine.

  • I have used a lot from the Act+Acre line because I trust the founder, Helen, and the ingredients she uses that have proven results. I started my hair growth journey about 2 years ago and have come a long way. Was a bleach and tone for years, frying my hair and essentially stunting growth. I tried several products until I settled on the best. The Stem Cell system has been my favorite and go to for daily washing, scalp health, and hair growth. It helped my thin hair grow and prevented it from falling out. I recently had brain surgery (July 3rd) and had to switch to baby shampoo and noticed my hair falling out more. I am very excited to get back into my scalp serum health routine as I had to hit pause during recovery. I just tried the new Hydration system (received complimentary) and absolutely love it after one use. I live in Nashville where it is extremely humid and it combated the possible frizz flair up. My hair feels very smooth and shiny without being weighted down. If you have questions about a specific product, let me know, chances are I use it or have tried it. I repurchase from this brand often and share it with friends. That's how you know it works and is good!

  • Maybe I needed to use this more to see benefit from it. Didn’t harm but didn’t help. I’m going to try this again with a hair oil dispenser and see if it makes my hair grow. Unsure if I can recommend yet.

  • I've been using this brand for over a year now and I'm so in love with their products. I've mostly use their scalp care products to maintain my hair volume and scalp care. My favorites are the cold pressed scalp detox, stem cell scalp serum and the salicylic acid scalp exfoliator. My hair continues to flourish and I've had a significant decrease with shedding during my wash days. My edges and the nape of my neck are no longer thinning and my scalp feels so much healthier.

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  • I have gone through two entire bottles of this and I have not noticed a single difference. I do appreciate that it is in a good spray bottle however I just would not be purchasing this again. I had no effect on me.

  • I’ve been trying to speed up some hair growth before my wedding and purchased the Act +Acre cold processed stem cell scalp serum to help. I think this is a good serum, although I think there are more affordable options that provide quicker results

  • I have mid bum length hair and while I have lots of hair my actual follicles are baby fine and get weighed down easily. No matter how much or how little of the hair cleanse shampoo I used my hair never felt completely clean. The conditioner made my hair easy to brush but unfortunately it also made my hair feel sticky. While the shampoo and conditioner are not ideal for my hair type I do really enjoy the dry shampoo and the cold pressed stem cell serum.

  • No white cast, no itchiness, and it gives my roots just enough lift. It doesn’t feel gritty or heavy and actually helps extend my wash days without a ton of buildup. It's the best non-aerosol dry shampoo with no harsh scent.

  • I love this brand. I think what they are doing for scalp health is innovative. The packaging and products are wonderful, but pricey! I think they are worth it because a little goes a very long way. They also have amazing customer service.

  • I absolutely love all of the Act + Acre products I have tried! I love the daily hydro scalp serum and the cold pressed hair oil and love applying it with the Act + Acre scalp gua sha. Definitely expensive but I find that it makes a big difference in my hair!

    Received a free product from Act+Acre
  • Such innovative products. So happy with the scalp detox and scalp scrubs. I wish they had fragrance-free versions!

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    Lovely. But no fragrance-free option for very sensitive skin.

    Invested in Act+Acre
  • Tried Act+Acre earlier this year and am definitely hooked. The Cold Processed Scalp Detox has helped my scalp health tremendously, with noticeable difference even after just a week. Super nice feel to the packaging and the other products I've tried.

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    Wish there was a little more education for those who aren't supper deep on hair care knowledge.

  • I have been looking everywhere for a truly non-toxic, eco-friendly, high-quality shampoo set, and was so excited to find Act+Acre. I ordered the Hair Cleanse, Hair Conditioner, and Scalp Detox. Unfortunately the hair clease made my hair feel greasy and dirtier than before I washed it, even when I followed their step-by-step instructions to get a good lather. Also, they recommend double-cleansing to get a good wash, which uses several pumps of the product. For such an expensive product, I shouldn't have to use 1/4 of the bottle to get a good clean. Also, the conditioner was nowhere near thick enough to actually condition my thick hair. I ended up returning this and will be buying more affordable hair care products in the future.

  • I had purchased a bundle with their detox shampoo, condition, and it came with a comb. I was having a lot of oily scalp issues at the time and thought this would help. I think it exacerbated the issue and have since gotten rid of the product by giving it to friends.

  • Their cold pressed oil is one of my favorite scalp products. I really liked their shampoo but the conditioner seemed a little too heavy for my hair. I definitely want to try more of their products though.