fairy tales

Many of the items are scented with herbal or fruity notes — commonly rosemary and citrus — and a few formulas use a pineapple fragrance.

Labels primarily target normal and oily hair, and at least one product and one formulation are described as suitable for all hair types.

The shampoo is massaged into wet hair and the scalp, then rinsed. The conditioning/spray treatment can be used on wet or dry hair and is applied to areas such as behind the ears, the back of the neck, and the tops of the shoulders.

Some editions pair tales with simple recipes and cultural context; others include author introductions, notes, glossaries, and historical commentary.

Product details commonly list sulfate-free, paraben-free, phthalate-free, and dye-free. Several entries also note aluminum-free, gluten-free, soy-free, dairy-free, and nut-free.

Most hair-care bottles are 12 fl oz, while one conditioning spray is listed as 8 fl oz.

The detangling sprays are described as leave-in, lightweight formulas that detangle and moisturize, calm and smooth hair, and reduce frizz, static, and flyaways to make hair easier to comb.

Illustrations are highlighted as a key feature and described in varied styles: 'exquisite' or 'stunning' artwork, muted otherworldly color illustrations, black-and-white cut-paper or woodcut-like silhouettes, and bright, simple child-friendly folkloric art.