BBC Radio 1 presenter and former I'm A Celeb star GK Barry has credited a viral Australian haircare brand, newly available at Boots, with transforming her hair from 'Rod Stewart to bob queen'. The influencer shared the results of her hair journey on TikTok after 45 and 90 days of using the Bouf Flouf Factor Growth Tonic, priced at £21.95.
GK Barry incorporated the Bouf Flouf Factor Growth Mask (£15.95), Shampoo and Conditioner into her wash day routine. She noted how much thicker her hair has become, particularly when wearing a claw-clip. She said: "The main thing that I've noticed as well, weirdly, is when I first started, I'd always have my hair in a claw clip. And I would never have enough hair to fill my claw clip. Now? My claw clip is filled. She's filled to the brim."
Stylist Notices the Difference
After just 30 days, her hairstylist noticed how much 'thicker' her hair had become. Using the tonic from the brand 'day and night', the product has a non-greasy formula made with the brand's patented FGF5 hair tech. This technology works to 'nourish the scalp and improve hair resilience from root to tip', leading to thicker, denser-looking strands.
The brand recommends 'applying one dose straight down the middle of your scalp, and the other from one temple to the other', followed by massaging into the scalp with a brush or fingers.
Rave Reviews and Mixed Results
At £21.95, this hair tonic rivals UKLASH's Hair Growth Serum (£40) and Champo's Pittagrowth serum (£46). While Champo uses Caffeine, Creatine, and Ayurvedic Haritaki Extract, UKLASH's formula uses AnaGain™ (Pea Sprout Extract), Lemon Fruit Water, Phytic Acid, and Turmeric.
One five-star testimonial on Boots' website stated: "BEST THING I'VE EVER PUT ON MY HEAD. I ordered my first tonic when it launched in Australia, and I’ve already purchased another two, but I'm so happy it's finally available in retail in the UK!" Another user noted: "After trying so many hair growth products, I've finally found one that works. You have to apply twice a day and be patient. After 6 weeks, new hairs are appearing."
However, not all users were won over, with one sharing: "Really wanted this to be good as I’ve seen so many influencers promote it, but I used the tonic water and leave-in conditioner persistently for a month, and nothing changed." Most beauty fans have seen improvement, as recorded by one review: "I bought it in Australia and I am so happy it’s now in the UK to repurchase!! Hairline has thickened so much in 2 months."
