Product Review: Dr Miracles Follicle Healer

One of the best things about natural hair gatherings/meet-ups (other than the awesome people) are the free samples of products that you may not have even thought of purchasing. I honestly never thought I would purchase any of Dr. Miracles products because I don't like their advertising but....

I received this product back in April at the Curly Girls Rock event in Atlanta. There were actually two sample packs in my bag and I was glad about that because it gave me a chance to try the product more than once so that I could be sure what I experienced was not a fluke.


They say: "My Restorative treatment is fortified with tea tree oil, aloe vera gel, soy protein and vitamins E, B3 and C, which boosts follicle and scalp health leading to beautiful, soft, shiny hair


Ingredients: Water Deionized (Aqua), Polysorbate 20, Aloe Vera Gel, Hydroxy Ethyl Cellulose, Polyquaternium -10, Allantoin, Wheat Germ Protein, Panthenol,Menthone Glycerin Acetal , Menthol, Isopulegol, Menthoxypropanediol, Salicylic Acid, Melaleuca Alternifolia Oil (Tea Tree Oil) , Biotin , PEG – 40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A), Pantothenic Acid , Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Thiamine , Pyridoxine HCL, (Glycine Soja) Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Cetyl Pyridinium Chloride, Lionoleaic Acid (Vitamin F), Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) , Propylene Glycol , Diazolidinyl urea, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Fragrance.


I Say: My scalp tingled, my tangles melted away, and my hair felt amazingly soft after rinsing. I was thorougly surprised at how well this product worked on my hair. I applied the deep conditioning treatment to freshly washed hair and sat under the steamer for about 20 minutes. After steaming I rinsed with cool water and my hair and scalp felt so refreshed. I would absolutely purchase this product again. Now I just have to find it locally - I will be searching my local Beauty Supply Stores.

Product Review: Dr Miracles Follicle Healer

One of the best things about natural hair gatherings/meet-ups (other than the awesome people) are the free samples of products that you may not have even thought of purchasing. I honestly never thought I would purchase any of Dr. Miracles products because I don't like their advertising but....

I received this product back in April at the Curly Girls Rock event in Atlanta. There were actually two sample packs in my bag and I was glad about that because it gave me a chance to try the product more than once so that I could be sure what I experienced was not a fluke.


They say: "My Restorative treatment is fortified with tea tree oil, aloe vera gel, soy protein and vitamins E, B3 and C, which boosts follicle and scalp health leading to beautiful, soft, shiny hair


Ingredients: Water Deionized (Aqua), Polysorbate 20, Aloe Vera Gel, Hydroxy Ethyl Cellulose, Polyquaternium -10, Allantoin, Wheat Germ Protein, Panthenol,Menthone Glycerin Acetal , Menthol, Isopulegol, Menthoxypropanediol, Salicylic Acid, Melaleuca Alternifolia Oil (Tea Tree Oil) , Biotin , PEG – 40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A), Pantothenic Acid , Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Thiamine , Pyridoxine HCL, (Glycine Soja) Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Cetyl Pyridinium Chloride, Lionoleaic Acid (Vitamin F), Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) , Propylene Glycol , Diazolidinyl urea, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Fragrance.


I Say: My scalp tingled, my tangles melted away, and my hair felt amazingly soft after rinsing. I was thorougly surprised at how well this product worked on my hair. I applied the deep conditioning treatment to freshly washed hair and sat under the steamer for about 20 minutes. After steaming I rinsed with cool water and my hair and scalp felt so refreshed. I would absolutely purchase this product again. Now I just have to find it locally - I will be searching my local Beauty Supply Stores.

Product Review: Loc Soc

This review is coming from my husband who has been wearing the Loc Soc since I purchased it for him from the NC Natural Hair Care Expo 2010 and then 2 more at the 2011 expo.

Material: Lycra fabric - 15 inches long

They say: Whether you have locs, braids, an afro or any hair that needs an added twists, the Loc Soc is the perfect hair accessory for you

He says: "It works for most part, does what its supposed to do. Easy to sleep in and gives you a lot of versatility. The one I own is blue but if it was black it would be worn more out in public. I can definitely see someone wear one as a part of an outfit because of the different ways it can be worn. Over time it gets loose but a cycle in the washer and dryer will bring it back to its original form. For someone with dreadlocks its 100% better than a du-rag. This is a product that I would buy again this time in black. My only critique would be that sleeping in the loc soc it can start to slide off once it because loose but the problem is resolves once the soc is washed and dried."

Update: My hubby now owns one in black - he's happy. :)


I bought myself a Loc Soc!

I Say: I wasn't quite sure how this would on my hair but worse case - I would give it to my Hubby if it didn't work. If you pineapple your hair to maintain a twist-out for a few days, the loc soc works great. I recently did two strand twists and usually I sleep in a bonnet and in the morning my twists are smashed and flattened. I slept in my loc soc last night and my twists look great - no flattened twists this morning. The loc soc does not fit snug around the edges so if you are looking to get smooth edges you would have to tie down your edges first and then put on the loc soc. Another plus with this product is that it comes in so many different colors that they are easy to purchase to specifically pair with an outfit.

Product Review: Loc Soc

This review is coming from my husband who has been wearing the Loc Soc since I purchased it for him from the NC Natural Hair Care Expo 2010 and then 2 more at the 2011 expo.

Material: Lycra fabric - 15 inches long

They say: Whether you have locs, braids, an afro or any hair that needs an added twists, the Loc Soc is the perfect hair accessory for you

He says: "It works for most part, does what its supposed to do. Easy to sleep in and gives you a lot of versatility. The one I own is blue but if it was black it would be worn more out in public. I can definitely see someone wear one as a part of an outfit because of the different ways it can be worn. Over time it gets loose but a cycle in the washer and dryer will bring it back to its original form. For someone with dreadlocks its 100% better than a du-rag. This is a product that I would buy again this time in black. My only critique would be that sleeping in the loc soc it can start to slide off once it because loose but the problem is resolves once the soc is washed and dried."

Update: My hubby now owns one in black - he's happy. :)


I bought myself a Loc Soc!

I Say: I wasn't quite sure how this would on my hair but worse case - I would give it to my Hubby if it didn't work. If you pineapple your hair to maintain a twist-out for a few days, the loc soc works great. I recently did two strand twists and usually I sleep in a bonnet and in the morning my twists are smashed and flattened. I slept in my loc soc last night and my twists look great - no flattened twists this morning. The loc soc does not fit snug around the edges so if you are looking to get smooth edges you would have to tie down your edges first and then put on the loc soc. Another plus with this product is that it comes in so many different colors that they are easy to purchase to specifically pair with an outfit.

Product Review: Luster's S-Curl No Drip

Luster's S-Curl No Drip Moisturizer

They Say: S-Curl's exclusive no-drip formula allows texturizer users to maintain their styles stain-free. This product leaves hair soft, healthy, and touchable. Great for both natural and textured styles.

Ingredients: Deionized Water, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Propylene Gycol, Acetamide MEA, Ceteth-20, Olealkonium Chloride, Stearalkonium Chloride, Panthenol, Simethicone, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Fragrance, Benzyl Salicylate, Hydoxycitronella, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Eugenol, Amyl Cinnamal, Limonene

I Say: I actually ended up with this product because Care Free Curl was sold out and I really needed a moisturizer. I assumed all "juice" was the same. I was wrong. The description of this product is true! Luster's S-Curl smells better, is thicker, and leaves my hair softer without leaving a mess on my hands when I touch my hair.  I love this product and I am sticking with it. I recommended it to my cousin and she said that she can tell a difference with her hair - she's currently transitioning.

Product Review: Luster's S-Curl No Drip

Luster's S-Curl No Drip Moisturizer

They Say: S-Curl's exclusive no-drip formula allows texturizer users to maintain their styles stain-free. This product leaves hair soft, healthy, and touchable. Great for both natural and textured styles.

Ingredients: Deionized Water, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Propylene Gycol, Acetamide MEA, Ceteth-20, Olealkonium Chloride, Stearalkonium Chloride, Panthenol, Simethicone, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Fragrance, Benzyl Salicylate, Hydoxycitronella, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Eugenol, Amyl Cinnamal, Limonene

I Say: I actually ended up with this product because Care Free Curl was sold out and I really needed a moisturizer. I assumed all "juice" was the same. I was wrong. The description of this product is true! Luster's S-Curl smells better, is thicker, and leaves my hair softer without leaving a mess on my hands when I touch my hair.  I love this product and I am sticking with it. I recommended it to my cousin and she said that she can tell a difference with her hair - she's currently transitioning.

Product Review: Shea Moisture Shea Butter Leave-In Conditioner

From the Archives, Originally posted 03/15/2010
 
I purchase this product because of how much my hair LOVES shea butter and because I don't have a leave-in conditioner - it's just something I never owned. I found this at a store in my area called African Land - its the only place I have ever seen this product besides online.

Ingredients: Shea Butter, Deionized Water, Herbal Complex, Panthenol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Glycerin, Cocoa Butter, Aloe Vera, Jojoba Oil, Vitamin E

They say: Penetrates deep into hair and scalp to moisturize, repair & protect. Transforms dull, lifeless hair into healty, soft,. shiny and manageable hair with extra body.

I say: Smells AWESOME. I apply onto wet hair and it leaves my hair soft and feeling moisturized. The only issue I have is that the conditioner is very thick and that makes it hard to get out of the bottle. I wish it came in a jar. On the other hand - the thickness is what makes it work so great on my hair.

06/16/2011 UPDATE:

I discovered this past weekend that this particular Shea Moisture product is from the same company that is now carried in Target. The person that informed of this actually owns a store and now searches for this version of the product to stock the shelves. The person told me the reason is because the line in Target is more watered down and is of less quality than the products before they went more commercial. 
I must say - I am disappointed. This leave-in is spectacular (to me) and I don't know what I am going to do once it is no longer available. I stock up when I can, I usually buy whats on the shelf.

Product Review: Shea Moisture Shea Butter Leave-In Conditioner

From the Archives, Originally posted 03/15/2010
 
I purchase this product because of how much my hair LOVES shea butter and because I don't have a leave-in conditioner - it's just something I never owned. I found this at a store in my area called African Land - its the only place I have ever seen this product besides online.

Ingredients: Shea Butter, Deionized Water, Herbal Complex, Panthenol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Glycerin, Cocoa Butter, Aloe Vera, Jojoba Oil, Vitamin E

They say: Penetrates deep into hair and scalp to moisturize, repair & protect. Transforms dull, lifeless hair into healty, soft,. shiny and manageable hair with extra body.

I say: Smells AWESOME. I apply onto wet hair and it leaves my hair soft and feeling moisturized. The only issue I have is that the conditioner is very thick and that makes it hard to get out of the bottle. I wish it came in a jar. On the other hand - the thickness is what makes it work so great on my hair.

06/16/2011 UPDATE:

I discovered this past weekend that this particular Shea Moisture product is from the same company that is now carried in Target. The person that informed of this actually owns a store and now searches for this version of the product to stock the shelves. The person told me the reason is because the line in Target is more watered down and is of less quality than the products before they went more commercial. 
I must say - I am disappointed. This leave-in is spectacular (to me) and I don't know what I am going to do once it is no longer available. I stock up when I can, I usually buy whats on the shelf.

Product Review: Tea and Honey Blends Tea Tree Conditioner

The product being reviewed was sent to me free of charge to test out and review. I have not received any monetary composition for this review and my views and opinions on this product are completely honest.

Tea and Honey Blends

Ingredients: Water, Cetyl Alcohol, Propylene Gycol, Stearyl Alcohol, Cyclomethicone, Centrimonium Chloride, Stearalkonium Chloride, Camphor Oil, Eucalpytus Globulus Leaf Oil, Peppermint, Tea Tree Oil, Clove Oil, Rosemary Oil, Panthenol, Silk Amino Acids, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Jojoba Oil, Shea Butter Extract, Algae Extract, Fragrance, DMDM Hydantoin Acrylamidopropytrimonium Chloride/Acrylamide Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol

They say: Nourishes the hair with added texture, shine, & softness pH balanced. Designed to to stimulate the scalp.

I say: So, what did I think about this conditioner? I loved it! The scent reminded me of Giovanni's Triple Tea Tree Treat but the THB conditioner has a much softer scent, more slip, and left my hair feeling soft. Detangling was a breeze and after rinsing I did not feel any residue left behind from the conditioner. I have various hair types on my head and the way each section responded to the conditioner leads me to believe this conditioner would work for any hair type. However, I do wonder how well this conditioner would work as a leave-in. This product came at the perfect time because I was just about to begin my hunt for a new deep conditioner. .....Yes, I would buy this product again (and in the 32oz). :)

Visit Tea and Honey Blends to view their other products.

Product Review: Tea and Honey Blends Tea Tree Conditioner

The product being reviewed was sent to me free of charge to test out and review. I have not received any monetary composition for this review and my views and opinions on this product are completely honest.

Tea and Honey Blends

Ingredients: Water, Cetyl Alcohol, Propylene Gycol, Stearyl Alcohol, Cyclomethicone, Centrimonium Chloride, Stearalkonium Chloride, Camphor Oil, Eucalpytus Globulus Leaf Oil, Peppermint, Tea Tree Oil, Clove Oil, Rosemary Oil, Panthenol, Silk Amino Acids, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Jojoba Oil, Shea Butter Extract, Algae Extract, Fragrance, DMDM Hydantoin Acrylamidopropytrimonium Chloride/Acrylamide Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol

They say: Nourishes the hair with added texture, shine, & softness pH balanced. Designed to to stimulate the scalp.

I say: So, what did I think about this conditioner? I loved it! The scent reminded me of Giovanni's Triple Tea Tree Treat but the THB conditioner has a much softer scent, more slip, and left my hair feeling soft. Detangling was a breeze and after rinsing I did not feel any residue left behind from the conditioner. I have various hair types on my head and the way each section responded to the conditioner leads me to believe this conditioner would work for any hair type. However, I do wonder how well this conditioner would work as a leave-in. This product came at the perfect time because I was just about to begin my hunt for a new deep conditioner. .....Yes, I would buy this product again (and in the 32oz). :)

Visit Tea and Honey Blends to view their other products.

Product Review: Organic Root Stimulator Olive Oil Replenishing Pak

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Ingredients: Water Aqua, Soybean Oil Glycine Soja, Glycerine, Olive Oil Olea Europaea, Hydrolyzed Collagen , Quaternium-80 , DMDM Hydantoin, Amino Silk Acid, Dimethicone Copolyol, Orange Oil Citrus Aupantium Dulcis, D'Limonene , Panthenol Vitamin B5, Dimethicone , EDTA, Chamomile Extract Anthemis Nobilis, Sage Extract Salvia Officinalis, Nettle Extract Urtica Dioica, Rosemary Extract Rosmarinus Officinalis , Aloe Vera Gel Aloe Barbedensis , Yarrow Extract Achilea Millefolium, Kiwi Extract Actinidia Chinensis, Polyquaternium-37, Trideceth-7, Triethanolamine, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Methylchlorosothiazolinone , Methylchlorothiazolinone, Yellow No. 6 CI 15985, Yellow No. 5 CI 19140


They say: Organic Root Stimulator Olive Oil Replenishing Pak conditions the hair and puts back vital nutrients while restoring moisture; leaving the hair soft and shiny.


I say: I tried this product with heat and without heat. Without heat my hair was soft but not any softer than it is when I deep condition as normal. With heat my hair  felt soft and stronger which is what I was hoping for since this product is a protein treatment. The smell of this product is kinda citrus-like to me. I don't particular like citrus smells but it wasn't too strong and overwhelming. When using this with heat it made my hair felt hard when touched so I did not manipulate my hair until I let some water run through my hair for a few seconds. The strong feeling stayed throughout the week so this is a product that I will use again and will use only as needed.

Product Review: Organic Root Stimulator Olive Oil Replenishing Pak

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Ingredients: Water Aqua, Soybean Oil Glycine Soja, Glycerine, Olive Oil Olea Europaea, Hydrolyzed Collagen , Quaternium-80 , DMDM Hydantoin, Amino Silk Acid, Dimethicone Copolyol, Orange Oil Citrus Aupantium Dulcis, D'Limonene , Panthenol Vitamin B5, Dimethicone , EDTA, Chamomile Extract Anthemis Nobilis, Sage Extract Salvia Officinalis, Nettle Extract Urtica Dioica, Rosemary Extract Rosmarinus Officinalis , Aloe Vera Gel Aloe Barbedensis , Yarrow Extract Achilea Millefolium, Kiwi Extract Actinidia Chinensis, Polyquaternium-37, Trideceth-7, Triethanolamine, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Methylchlorosothiazolinone , Methylchlorothiazolinone, Yellow No. 6 CI 15985, Yellow No. 5 CI 19140


They say: Organic Root Stimulator Olive Oil Replenishing Pak conditions the hair and puts back vital nutrients while restoring moisture; leaving the hair soft and shiny.


I say: I tried this product with heat and without heat. Without heat my hair was soft but not any softer than it is when I deep condition as normal. With heat my hair  felt soft and stronger which is what I was hoping for since this product is a protein treatment. The smell of this product is kinda citrus-like to me. I don't particular like citrus smells but it wasn't too strong and overwhelming. When using this with heat it made my hair felt hard when touched so I did not manipulate my hair until I let some water run through my hair for a few seconds. The strong feeling stayed throughout the week so this is a product that I will use again and will use only as needed.

Product Review: Shea Moisture Organic Coconut & Hibiscus Curl Enhancing Smoothie

Shea Moisture Organic Coconut & Hibiscus Curl Enhancing Smoothie

Ingredients: Water, Shea Butter, Mango Seed Oil, Avocado Oil, Coconut Oil, Aloe Leaf Extract, Silk Protein, Need Seed Oil, Carrot Seed Oil, Essential Oil Blend, Honeysuckle flower extract, Lonicera Flower Extract, Japanese Flower Extract, Vitamin E.


They say: Shea Moisture Coconut Hibiscus Curling Souffle with coconut oil, silk protein and neem oil strengthens and repairs damaged and frizzed out curls. Adds moisture, body and shine and keeps your curls looking shiny and healthy.


I Say: I was a little late with trying this one because I did not want to spend money on a product that was not sure about. The ingredients sound wonderful but from the look of it I was sure what it would do for my hair. I liked that the ingredient listing was all natural and I appreciated the amount product that was in the container for $9.99. However, the scent is too strong for me and drives  me crazy. My hubby said he likes it but I think it's different when you are not the one with the scent hovering around your head. The product is also very light  and didn't do much for holding my twist outs or enhancing my curl. One thing about this product that I noticed recently is that if you use a little too much it will create an icky feeling film on the hair and scalp. I can say with 100% certainty that I will not purchase this product again, it was not for me. If you tried and loved it - please comment. I hope that it works for others.

Product Review: Shea Moisture Organic Coconut & Hibiscus Curl Enhancing Smoothie

Shea Moisture Organic Coconut & Hibiscus Curl Enhancing Smoothie

Ingredients: Water, Shea Butter, Mango Seed Oil, Avocado Oil, Coconut Oil, Aloe Leaf Extract, Silk Protein, Need Seed Oil, Carrot Seed Oil, Essential Oil Blend, Honeysuckle flower extract, Lonicera Flower Extract, Japanese Flower Extract, Vitamin E.


They say: Shea Moisture Coconut Hibiscus Curling Souffle with coconut oil, silk protein and neem oil strengthens and repairs damaged and frizzed out curls. Adds moisture, body and shine and keeps your curls looking shiny and healthy.


I Say: I was a little late with trying this one because I did not want to spend money on a product that was not sure about. The ingredients sound wonderful but from the look of it I was sure what it would do for my hair. I liked that the ingredient listing was all natural and I appreciated the amount product that was in the container for $9.99. However, the scent is too strong for me and drives  me crazy. My hubby said he likes it but I think it's different when you are not the one with the scent hovering around your head. The product is also very light  and didn't do much for holding my twist outs or enhancing my curl. One thing about this product that I noticed recently is that if you use a little too much it will create an icky feeling film on the hair and scalp. I can say with 100% certainty that I will not purchase this product again, it was not for me. If you tried and loved it - please comment. I hope that it works for others.

Product Review: Huetiful Hair Steamer

Finally a full review!

They say: Our feature product, the Huetiful Hair Steamer is specifically designed for the unique needs of curly and wavy hair, restoring moisture 5x better than deep conditioners alone, opening up the cuticles of your hair to allow any conditioner you choose to penetrate better and work more effectively, bathing your hair with warm ozone enriched mist to replenish moisture lost from chemical treatments, and reducing breakage and split ends caused by dry hair.


I Say: Every winter I have dealt with an itchy dry scalp because I can't seem to keep enough moisture on my scalp and in my hair to prevent dryness. This steamer helped me A LOT. Steaming felt like the "itches" were melting away. As for the ends of my hair - they felt like cotton, so soft. That brittle feel in my crown area has improved dramatically. In the end the steamer worked great with braids and great with loose hair. Next I will try it on my hubby and his locs :)
The Con: If you have a lot of hair it can be a task to get it all to fit under the steamer. I clipped my hair up into 2-4 sections so that I could fit comfortable under the hood. 


See the partial review here: Huetiful Hair Steamer - Dec 2010

Product Review: Huetiful Hair Steamer

Finally a full review!

They say: Our feature product, the Huetiful Hair Steamer is specifically designed for the unique needs of curly and wavy hair, restoring moisture 5x better than deep conditioners alone, opening up the cuticles of your hair to allow any conditioner you choose to penetrate better and work more effectively, bathing your hair with warm ozone enriched mist to replenish moisture lost from chemical treatments, and reducing breakage and split ends caused by dry hair.


I Say: Every winter I have dealt with an itchy dry scalp because I can't seem to keep enough moisture on my scalp and in my hair to prevent dryness. This steamer helped me A LOT. Steaming felt like the "itches" were melting away. As for the ends of my hair - they felt like cotton, so soft. That brittle feel in my crown area has improved dramatically. In the end the steamer worked great with braids and great with loose hair. Next I will try it on my hubby and his locs :)
The Con: If you have a lot of hair it can be a task to get it all to fit under the steamer. I clipped my hair up into 2-4 sections so that I could fit comfortable under the hood. 


See the partial review here: Huetiful Hair Steamer - Dec 2010

I'm late but...CURLFORMERS!

I first heard about Curlformers in 2009 and the two major things that turned me off were the hook and the price. However after watching reviews on YT and reading numerous reviews on other blogs my curiosity was re-ignited. Recently, at the Triangle meet-up an opportunity arouse for me to purchase the Curlformers from another fellow curly (thanks girl!!) and finally try them out.

To begin:
My hair was co-washed on Wednesday and bunned for the rest of the week. Since my hair was properly detangled prior to bunning I did not have to do much prep work for before using the Curlformers.

The only items I used during this process were a rattail comb, curl defining spritz (setting lotion), a hooded dryer, and the Curlformers.

I sectioned my hair into four large sections and within those sections seperated some of the hair to go into the Curlformers. I applied setting lotion to each section, made sure it was spread evenly, and also ensured that the hair was detangled before pulling through the Curlformers. It took me about 1 hour to get them all in which is not bad for my first time.

I let my hair air dry in the Curlformers for as long as I could. I didn't start until late so when I began to get sleepy I pulled out the hooded dryer and sat under it for about 30 more minutes (10 minutes each on high, med, and low). All but two of the sections in the Curlformers dried. They were in the middle so I left them in overnight and slept just fine.

I am very satisfied with the outcome.

Look at those roots!

I think the trick is to let the hair dry completely. Any trace amount of moisture left after removing the Curlformers can lead to frizz (just like a roller-set).

At night I pulled the curls up into a high loose pony and put on my satin bonnet. In the morning the curls still looked great.

The only con I ran into was that some of my hair in the front sections were too long for the Curlformers and about 1 inch of hair was hanging out of the bottom. The next time I visit Sally's I will pick up a pack of the extra long Curlformers. Also, the salon kit was just the right amount for all this hair on my head. PERFECT!

I'm late but...CURLFORMERS!

I first heard about Curlformers in 2009 and the two major things that turned me off were the hook and the price. However after watching reviews on YT and reading numerous reviews on other blogs my curiosity was re-ignited. Recently, at the Triangle meet-up an opportunity arouse for me to purchase the Curlformers from another fellow curly (thanks girl!!) and finally try them out.

To begin:
My hair was co-washed on Wednesday and bunned for the rest of the week. Since my hair was properly detangled prior to bunning I did not have to do much prep work for before using the Curlformers.

The only items I used during this process were a rattail comb, curl defining spritz (setting lotion), a hooded dryer, and the Curlformers.

I sectioned my hair into four large sections and within those sections seperated some of the hair to go into the Curlformers. I applied setting lotion to each section, made sure it was spread evenly, and also ensured that the hair was detangled before pulling through the Curlformers. It took me about 1 hour to get them all in which is not bad for my first time.

I let my hair air dry in the Curlformers for as long as I could. I didn't start until late so when I began to get sleepy I pulled out the hooded dryer and sat under it for about 30 more minutes (10 minutes each on high, med, and low). All but two of the sections in the Curlformers dried. They were in the middle so I left them in overnight and slept just fine.

I am very satisfied with the outcome.

Look at those roots!

I think the trick is to let the hair dry completely. Any trace amount of moisture left after removing the Curlformers can lead to frizz (just like a roller-set).

At night I pulled the curls up into a high loose pony and put on my satin bonnet. In the morning the curls still looked great.

The only con I ran into was that some of my hair in the front sections were too long for the Curlformers and about 1 inch of hair was hanging out of the bottom. The next time I visit Sally's I will pick up a pack of the extra long Curlformers. Also, the salon kit was just the right amount for all this hair on my head. PERFECT!

Product Review: Herbal Essences Hello Hydration

I just realized (with my recent purchase) of Herbal Essences Hello Hydration (HE HH) that I never did an official review. Shame on me.


Good Guide Rating: 5.1


Ingredients: Water; Stearyl Alcohol; Cyclopentasiloxane; Cetyl Alcohol; Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine; Dimethicone; Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract; Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Milk; Fragrance; Glutamic Acid; Benzyl Alcohol; EDTA; Methylchloroisothiazolinone; Methylisothiazolinone; Blue 1 


They Say: We won’t let dry hair drain your style. our moisture rich formula, with a fusion of Hawaiian coconut and orchid, leaves your hair soft, smooth and moisturized. so don’t discriminate against dry hair—this moisturizing shampoo and conditioner, with hydro-activated silkening ingredients, and our 2 in 1 will work together for softness & smoothness.


I Say: I love the smell of HE HH and it has amazing slip! The conditioner is thick and creamy and perfect for me to use during the dry winter season. After using my last bottle I did not purchase another on because I decided that I wanted to use all natural and organic products on my hair because they tend to yield the best results for my hair. However, I have yet to come across an affordable conditioner that moisturized and gave me the slip I desired similar to the slip I get with HE HH. I turned my back on this product once and more than likely I will not turn my back on it again. I am very satisfied with this product and the job that it does on my hair.

Product Review: Herbal Essences Hello Hydration

I just realized (with my recent purchase) of Herbal Essences Hello Hydration (HE HH) that I never did an official review. Shame on me.


Good Guide Rating: 5.1


Ingredients: Water; Stearyl Alcohol; Cyclopentasiloxane; Cetyl Alcohol; Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine; Dimethicone; Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract; Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Milk; Fragrance; Glutamic Acid; Benzyl Alcohol; EDTA; Methylchloroisothiazolinone; Methylisothiazolinone; Blue 1 


They Say: We won’t let dry hair drain your style. our moisture rich formula, with a fusion of Hawaiian coconut and orchid, leaves your hair soft, smooth and moisturized. so don’t discriminate against dry hair—this moisturizing shampoo and conditioner, with hydro-activated silkening ingredients, and our 2 in 1 will work together for softness & smoothness.


I Say: I love the smell of HE HH and it has amazing slip! The conditioner is thick and creamy and perfect for me to use during the dry winter season. After using my last bottle I did not purchase another on because I decided that I wanted to use all natural and organic products on my hair because they tend to yield the best results for my hair. However, I have yet to come across an affordable conditioner that moisturized and gave me the slip I desired similar to the slip I get with HE HH. I turned my back on this product once and more than likely I will not turn my back on it again. I am very satisfied with this product and the job that it does on my hair.