Marilyn

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Marilyn
How to use How it's made
Apply generously to dry hair, leave on for 20 to 30 minutes, and then shampoo out. Use about a quarter of a pot for short hair, or about half a pot for longer hair. Those with very long hair should use the whole pot. (Yes, it is a lot, but the effects are long lasting and well worth the investment.)

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A pre-wash treatment for blondes who want lighter, brighter hair

Softness, shine and conditioning for blonde hair. Marilyn is for blondes who would like to stay blonde and become even blonder, in a gentle, shiny, and natural way (even if they didn’t become blonde naturally). We make it by hand with softening linseed gel which is full of protein, vitamins and minerals to hydrate and strengthen hair. We use chamomile for lightness and to calm your scalp, saffron for golden color and lemon for shine. Marilyn moisturizes damaged hair and brings out natural blonde tones with regular use, making hair look more vibrant.

Features

  • Bombshell hues: Beautiful blondes look no further for naturally highlighted hair.
  • Stay bright and bouncy: Ensure your blonde hair maintains its reputation with our chamomile, lemon and olive oil moisturizer.
  • You’ll love juicy: Lemon enhances the natural gloss and shine of blonde hair, making it look vibrant and healthy.

Customer Review

from Jinny_Benny
"I have now purchased this produce twice since being introduced to Lush in September. I love what this does to my hair, i dyed my hair myself blonde at it was not exactly the tone i wanted (very brassy, orangey) after even 1 application i noticed it lightened my hair ...more"

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4.3

(based on 26 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

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  • 4 Stars

     

    (9)

  • 3 Stars

     

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  • 2 Stars

     

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92%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Improves hair health (18)
  • Smooths & softens (18)
  • Adds shine (16)
  • Improves texture (16)
  • Great smell (12)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Deep conditioning (14)
    • Fine hair (8)
    • Thick hair (6)
    • Dry hair (5)
    • Daily use (3)
      • Hair Type:
      • Straight hair (4)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Marilyn Monroe would APPROVE

    I used this product just as the bottle told me to. I left it on for about 30 minutes and than hopped into the shower to rinse out.

    I have about shoulder l...Read complete review

    I used this product just as the bottle told me to. I left it on for about 30 minutes and than hopped into the shower to rinse out.

    I have about shoulder length hair and I just put on enough to cover my entire head (which was less than 1/4) so i think it is worth the money.

    I rinsed it out, and I couldn't believe how soft and smooth my hair felt and I hadn't even conditioned it yet.

    I used Karma Komba solid shampoo after with Veganese shampoo; I got out of the shower and dried my hair with a blow dryer and straightened it afterwords. I immediately noticed that it was lighter, but i decided to put it to the ultimate test...

    I went outside to talk to my dad and instantly he said "DID YOU CHANGE YOUR HAIR?" and my mom came over and said "I didn't know you got more highlights"

    Proof, when my father notices my hair; that means it WORKS. end of story. :)

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    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    Well, it's OK... but I wanted more.

    I like the way this stuff smells, but I'm not really impressed with it as a hair treatment. It just feels "wet" when you're putting it in, and even though...Read complete review

    I like the way this stuff smells, but I'm not really impressed with it as a hair treatment. It just feels "wet" when you're putting it in, and even though I left it on for a good, long time, I didn't really notice much of a difference when I rinsed. I don't really like the idea of using half of a [$] pot of treatment for ONE "deep conditioning" session that doesn't even make that much of a difference. Now, granted - here's my bias: I don't really have bad hair, so it's not as if it could have done much to begin with. So I could just be being really picky. But regardless, I've decided to just use it as a smooth-on, leave-in type of conditioner, and any side benefits of lightening or anything will be a happy bonus.

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    4.0

    My platinum blonde pixie cut loves it!

    By kitkat

    from London

    About Me Beauty Conscious

    Pros

    • Adds Shine
    • Gentle
    • Improves Hair Health
    • Improves Texture
    • Lightens
    • Smooths & Softens

    Cons

      Best Uses

        Comments about LUSH Marilyn:

        I have a platinum blonde pixie cut, and fine hair. Decided to try Marilyn because I love being blonde, and I love Lush products, so this seemed perfect.

        The goo itself doesn't smell the greatest- it smells like the ingredients- but once it's washed out, I found it left a light smell in my hair that was really nice and not too heavy and not at all unpleasant.

        After drying my hair, it was soft, shiny, and a little bit lighter. It wasn't dramatically lighter, but then again, I started with VERY light, bleach blonde hair.

        One thing I noticed that I LOVED was that not only was my hair a little lighter, but it was a softer, more natural shade of blonde. It definitely looked better, less "bottle-blonde" and more.. Marilyn-blonde.

        Would definitely recommend giving it a try.

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        • Hair Type:
        • Straight Hair
         
        3.0

        Marilyn is Moisturizing

        By Beckster

        from Quebec

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Improves Texture

        Cons

        • Messy
        • Smells Bad

        Best Uses

        • Deep Conditioning

        Comments about LUSH Marilyn:

        I like this product, but I don't love it. With me, a lot of things that make or break me with my Lush products are the performance, but also, the smell. I really did not enjoy this smell. I find that it does smell like the ingredients, but not in a good way, for me personally. I find the product nice and moisturizing, but after using the whole tub, I didn't notice much else. I think I would still recommend it to people for it's moisturizing benefits, but people get on with products differently, so judge for yourself! c;

        • Hair Type:
        • Straight Hair
         
        5.0

        Love this Treatment

        By Jinny_Benny

        from Nova Scotia

        About Me Beauty Conscious

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Adds Shine
        • Detangles
        • Great Smell
        • Improves Hair Health
        • Improves Texture
        • Smooths & Softens

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Blonde
          • Weekly use

          Comments about LUSH Marilyn:

          I have now purchased this produce twice since being introduced to Lush in September. I love what this does to my hair, i dyed my hair myself blonde at it was not exactly the tone i wanted (very brassy, orangey) after even 1 application i noticed it lightened my hair and brightened it, making it shiny and soft and manageable. I hate having straight hair but having hair as good condition as this each week, makes it bearable. I have long hair at least 4 inches past my shoulders and i was able to make this product last 8 weeks. I do use it sparingly and try to just get it on my blondest highlight and just really massage it in to get the rest of my hair, but id say i use a good handful each time. To make it last that long makes it a great value.

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          4.0

          Marilyn

          By Dirty Blonde Girl

          from Halifax

          Pros

          • Adds Shine
          • Great Smell
          • Hair Is Manageable
          • Hair Looks Beautiful
          • Hair Styles Better
          • Improves Hair Health
          • Improves Texture

          Cons

          • Must Apply Generously

          Best Uses

            Comments about LUSH Marilyn:

            Hey, I just picked up this stuff and I love what it did for my hair. My hair is naturally light but also has been coloured with highlights. My hair is fairly long and thick and I had to use a lot of this stuff to cover it. I left it on for 20-30 minutes, washed and rinsed and then blow-dried my hair a bit. The overall colour looked nicer. It is hard to explain exactly but the brassiness was cut from the first use and the overall condition and texture of my hair has never looked or felt better. After using this product my hair styles better and just looks fantastic. I plan to keep using this in an effort to maintain soft, gorgeous hair and to add brightness.

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            5.0

            LOVE LOVE LOVE!

            By Tea Lush junkie

            from California

            About Me Product Junkie

            Verified Reviewer

            Pros

            • Adds Shine
            • All Together Amazing
            • Detangles
            • Gentle
            • Great Smell
            • Improves Hair Health
            • Improves Texture
            • Smooths & Softens

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Deep Conditioning
              • Natural Highlighter
              • Thick Hair

              Comments about LUSH Marilyn:

              I use the Marylin as often as possible. Right now I have 3 in my fridge! I love it. My hair is super soft and its the perfect addition when getting ready for a night on the town. I suggest putting it on your hair, wrapping it in a towel and sleeping with it, the next morning wash your hair blow dry and you'll be amazed at the shine, softness, and slight body you hair has now!

              • When you survey your stash, you label this product:
              • Guilty Pleasure
              • Hair Type:
              • Wavy Hair

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              How can you not love marilyn?!

              By britt.lynn

              from saskatchewan

              About Me Product Junkie

              Pros

              • Adds Shine
              • Brightens hair
              • Gentle
              • Improves Texture
              • Smooths & Softens

              Cons

              • Not a great scent

              Best Uses

                Comments about LUSH Marilyn:

                One of my first LUSH purchases, I saw the name and I was sold! Not only is this product named after one of my favorite icons, it works really well! Perfect for blonde but I've used it with brown hair and redish hair and it worked well with both. It made my hair soft, bright and shiny. My only complaint would be the smell, not one of the best smelling products I've used but super effective. Definitely worth a try.

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                • Must-Have
                • Hair Type:
                • Straight Hair

                (11 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                Marilyn Monroe would APPROVE

                By JodiMarie

                from New Brunswick

                Verified Reviewer

                Pros

                • Brightens Blonde
                • Doesn't Leave Hair Flat
                • Makes Hair Soft
                • Spreads Well

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • A Deep Conditioning
                  • To Brighten Dull Hair

                  Comments about LUSH Marilyn:

                  I used this product just as the bottle told me to. I left it on for about 30 minutes and than hopped into the shower to rinse out.

                  I have about shoulder length hair and I just put on enough to cover my entire head (which was less than 1/4) so i think it is worth the money.

                  I rinsed it out, and I couldn't believe how soft and smooth my hair felt and I hadn't even conditioned it yet.

                  I used Karma Komba solid shampoo after with Veganese shampoo; I got out of the shower and dried my hair with a blow dryer and straightened it afterwords. I immediately noticed that it was lighter, but i decided to put it to the ultimate test...

                  I went outside to talk to my dad and instantly he said "DID YOU CHANGE YOUR HAIR?" and my mom came over and said "I didn't know you got more highlights"

                  Proof, when my father notices my hair; that means it WORKS. end of story. :)

                  • When you survey your stash, you label this product:
                  • Must-Have

                  (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  4.0

                  love it, don't use it the way i "should"

                  By Amanda

                  from Moncton

                  Verified Reviewer

                  Pros

                  • Smells good
                  • Smooths softens

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                      Comments about LUSH Marilyn:

                      I use mine as a regular old conditioner, it goes MUCH further in wet hair, and it still works great to soften my hair. I love the smell of it, and it's lightweight and non-greasy. I do have some worked through my dry hair right now as recommended, so we'll see how this goes. I must say, it looks NOTHING like how it's pictured on the site, mine is runny and light in color, not thick and yellow as shown.

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                      (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                       
                      3.0

                      Nothing to get too excited about.

                      By Whitney

                      from Canada

                      Verified Reviewer

                      Comments about LUSH Marilyn:

                      I got a small size of this in the Volume and Shine Head Case set. I have brown hair with a lot of blonde highlights, and my hair is somewhat damaged from coloring and heat styling. I got a few uses out of it, but I don't think I'd be really thrilled if I had bought the full size product for the full price. Maybe the all natural ingredients would help your hair over a long period of time, but I personally feel that cheaper drug store deep conditioning products make my hair just as soft, or even softer.

                      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                       
                      5.0

                      Works on light brown hair too!

                      By Sam :)

                      from CANADA,

                      Pros

                      • Detangles
                      • Great smell
                      • Improves hair health
                      • Improves texture
                      • lightens

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Deep conditioning
                        • Thick hair

                        Comments about LUSH Marilyn:

                        I love this stuff! I wanted to try it even though I am not considered a blonde,(I have light brown almost dirty blonde hair) This really helped lighten up the natural blonde highlights I get during the summer! 1 hour of using this product made it seem like I spent the whole summer outside! Love this stuff!!!!!!!!!!!

                         
                        5.0

                        LOVE

                        By HappyBlondie

                        from Quebec, Canada

                        Pros

                        • Adds shine
                        • Gentle
                        • Great smell
                        • Improves hair health
                        • Smooths & Softens

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Deep conditioning

                          Comments about LUSH Marilyn:

                          I use this product once every two weeks. I love it because of many things. I am a natural dark blond and this products brightness up my hair so much (but does not lighten it)! After I use it, my hair feel so soft and smells so good! The scent may not be for everyone but I personally love it! I was very surprised that I could still smell it after shampooing and conditioning! This is a must have for blonds!

                          (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                           
                          2.0

                          Not sure

                          By Bubbles

                          from Carvel, Alberta

                          Verified Reviewer

                          Pros

                          • Improves hair health

                          Cons

                          • Ineffective

                          Best Uses

                          • Deep conditioning
                          • Dry hair
                          • Fine hair

                          Comments about LUSH Marilyn:

                          I tried this treatment as a leave in for in hour long sessions about three nights in a row to see if it would make a difference. While I didn't notice a difference in my hair color, it did help in moisturizing.

                          My hair was very dull during the winter months and I wanted to add some spark again but I was a bit disappointed when I didn't see results in my hair color. I even tried coupling it with the Daddyo Shampoo. i haven't tried this treatment as an overnight yet but I would certainly like to give it a shot to see if it can help my poor, winter beaten tresses.

                          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                           
                          5.0

                          im completely in love with this product!

                          By bmbm

                          from Ontario,CA

                          Verified Reviewer

                          Pros

                          • Adds shine
                          • Hair lighter
                          • Improves hair health
                          • Improves texture
                          • Smooths & Softens

                          Cons

                          • Greasy

                          Best Uses

                          • Deep conditioning
                          • Dry hair

                          Comments about LUSH Marilyn:

                          so this is probably my favourite product ever !! i read so many reviews on this and just had to try it since i do have blonde hair ! but its almost summer now and my natural hair colour is a dirty blonde and i wanted it lighter without dying it. i havent dyed my hair in probably two years because ive been trying to grow it out and leave it healthy. this product just made me have to write a review on it, my experience is just that great with it !! not only is my hair noticeably lighter at a very natural shade my hair is healthier than ever ! so shiny and soooo soft. the way i use it makes it last so much longer depending on how much you use it a month than what the store owners recommend:P i normally try to use it the night before i straighten my hair which is only like once a week. all i do is use just enough to cover my hair which is normally just like less than a quarter of the container and my hairs pretty long(a little above my elbow) so i find with this product a little goes a long way atleast for me:P try to comb it through or scrub it in a little too! i put it in a couple hours before im about to sleep then i sleep with it in and wash it out in the morning! after the third use you will definitely see blonder healthier shinier dream hair results guarenteed :)

                          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                           
                          4.0

                          love love love!!

                          By loves lush

                          from Toronto, Ontario

                          Verified Reviewer

                          Pros

                          • Adds shine
                          • Gentle
                          • Improves hair health
                          • Smooths & Softens

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • Deep conditioning
                            • Dry hair
                            • Thick hair

                            Comments about LUSH Marilyn:

                            I love Marylin! I bought this product as a deep conditioning treatment, and the added value of lightening blonde hair didn't hurt! I have shoulder length hair, and I don't use nearly as much as the instructions say. I usually get 6-7 treatments out of the pot?



                            I put it on my dry hair and then let it sit for several hours, or even overnight! It's best to let the sun help it soak in (like a natural Sun-In!) but I cheat with the hair dryer just before I wash it out if the weather doesn't cooperate. Marylin makes my hair so soft and shiny, and lasts for days! It also helps moisturize dry hair or split ends. Recommend to anyone!

                            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                             
                            4.0

                            Actually Lightens!

                            By Jess the Barista

                            from Ottawa, On

                            Verified Reviewer

                            Pros

                            • Adds shine
                            • Gentle
                            • Great smell
                            • Smooths & Softens

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Deep conditioning
                              • Dry hair
                              • Fine hair

                              Comments about LUSH Marilyn:

                              I bought this product as I had gone blonde and it was not nearly light enough for me! I went to lush and they said this would help my hair and lighten it.

                              I can't say I really noticed that it was lighter but I always got a bunch of compliments from my regular customers at work telling me how much nicer the light blonde was! They were all convinced I had got my hair re dyed!

                              My hair is pretty damaged, so I can't say it really helped to restore my hair but it did make it much softer.

                              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                               
                              5.0

                              Natural way to lighten hair!

                              By gaby

                              from ottawa ON

                              Pros

                              • Adds shine
                              • Gentle
                              • Great smell
                              • Improves hair health
                              • Lightens hair

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • Deep conditioning

                                Comments about LUSH Marilyn:

                                I love this stuff, it really improves my hair! My hair feels the way it did when I was younger... I have baby soft hair that is so silky it won't keep in an elastic(ponytail)!!

                                My hair looks bouncy but best of all it lightened my light brown hair!!!!

                                The way I use it: Put some in hair(I put less in my hair maybe 1/6th of the tub on long hair, but I wet my hair first, I go outside for a half hour... swim etc!)then I rinse it out! Perfect for lightening hair while softening rather than drying it!

                                Another way to use is use way more on dry hair for a few hours and rinse out.. this requires more product and is for if I need REALLY healthy hair! :)

                                (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                                 
                                4.0

                                I buy this again and again!

                                By Vicakes

                                from Winnipeg, MB, Canada

                                Verified Reviewer

                                Pros

                                • Adds shine
                                • Improves hair health
                                • Smooths & Softens

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                    Comments about LUSH Marilyn:

                                    It actually works very well! I have blonde hair and I wanted it lighter and the color actually changed it got lighter but I use a shampoo with it to get rid of the copper tones in my hair, because that is what it did to my hair but with the shampoo its wonderful!

                                     
                                    4.0

                                    All Raves

                                    By Blonde Angel

                                    from Calgary, AB

                                    Verified Reviewer

                                    Pros

                                    • Adds shine
                                    • Improves hair health
                                    • Improves texture
                                    • Leaves Hair Feeling Light
                                    • Smooths & Softens

                                    Cons

                                      Best Uses

                                      • Deep conditioning
                                      • Oily hair
                                      • Thick hair

                                      Comments about LUSH Marilyn:

                                      This product left my hair shiny, silky and it felt light-weight. I have very healthy hair, but this product breathed even more health into my hiar! Awesome!!

                                       
                                      4.0

                                      No colour change but loved the soft feel

                                      By Lady Katka

                                      from Calgary, AB

                                      Verified Reviewer

                                      Pros

                                      • Adds shine
                                      • Gentle
                                      • Improves hair health
                                      • Improves texture
                                      • Smooths & Softens

                                      Cons

                                        Best Uses

                                        • Deep conditioning
                                        • Dry hair
                                        • Fine hair

                                        Comments about LUSH Marilyn:

                                        I kept this on my hair for 25 minutes as recommended on the pot. I saw no colour change but after reading other reviews I think I will leave it on much longer next time to see if the outcome changes.



                                        I did however immediately notice that my hair was much softer and lighter. My boyfriend also noticed, he couldn't stop touching it. I didn't really notice a smell, good, bad or otherwise. I am definitely going to buy this again.

                                        (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

                                         
                                        5.0

                                        rave from a usually non-fan-girl

                                        By vball lady

                                        from ontario, canada

                                        Verified Reviewer

                                        Pros

                                        • Adds shine
                                        • Improves hair health
                                        • Improves texture
                                        • Smooths & Softens

                                        Cons

                                          Best Uses

                                          • Fine hair

                                          Comments about LUSH Marilyn:

                                          okay okay...so i normally don't rave on here but just did my first Marilyn treatment and holy crud!!! I have baby fine hair that is 50% grey. after leaving it on for 1hr and then washing with the Blonde I am amazed.

                                          very shiny, soft and even the greys behaved when styling.



                                          yep...a repeat buy fer sure!

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                                            Is this only for blonde hair? would this work in brown hair? dark, light, auburn, brown-red?
                                            Asked on 8/19/2012 by Jennifer from Canada

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                                              Marilyn uses lemon, chamomile and saffron to enhance and gently lighten blonde hair, but it's also fantastic for any hair colour! You may notice a small amount of lightening, and in case you'll be in for a huge shine boost!

                                              Answered on 11/1/2012 by Brandy from LUSH
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