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Suave Naturals Tropical Coconut Conditioner Review

Amina — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 02:57:05 +0000

Suave Naturals Tropical Coconut Conditioner Review

The conditioner promises to “ Replenish the natural beauty of your hair with this special formula combining humectants and vitamin E. Enjoy the fresh scent of coconuts as this formula helps nourish each strand.”

The promise is actually not far fetched. First, the Suave Tropical coconut conditioner has a fresh coconut scent. Second, the humectants and vitamin E provide moisture, without drying out the strands. Third, the conditioner is easy on the wallet!

I used the conditioner, not as a DC, but as a co-wash conditioner. I actually used it for the first time to wash out henna. It did the job well! It rinsed the henna clean out of my strands. I continued to use it after that day, since I ran out of my VO5 conditioner, and the Suave does a pretty good job. (Note: I have very coarse, coily 4a/4b hair)

Quick Facts and Findings:

Doesn’t strip the hair

Keeps the hair moisturized

Hair feels squeaky clean after use, without sulfates

Cheap

Smells great

I wouldn’t use as a DC

You can find it at your local drug store, bss, and markets. I say give it a try. Though it won’t totally take the place of my VO5 Moisture Milks, it will definitely supplement my collection of co-wash conditioners!

Suave Naturals Tropical Coconut Conditioner Rating: 4/5

Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Cetyl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Fragrance (Parfum), Distearyldimonium Chloride, Disodium EDTA, Glycerin, 2 Bromo 2 Nitropropane 1, 3 Diol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Propylene Glycol, Silk Amino Acids, Honey/Mel, Nettle (Urtica Dioica) Extract, Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis) Extract, Coconut (Cocoa Nucifera) Extract

Jamaican Black Castor Oil Lavender Scent Review

Amina — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 17:28:14 +0000

Jamaican Black Castor Oil Lavender Scent Review

Though I have only been using the Jamaican Black Lavender Scented Castor Oil for about a week, I already love it! Let’s just say that I see what all of the “buzz” has been about. I love the consistency of it and the feel. I even enjoy the scent (and I am no huge fan of lavender scented things); I’m not sure what the unscented Jamaican Black Castor Oil smells like, but I know I can appreciate this one. I must admit, since I received the Jamaican Black Lavender Scented Castor Oil, I have pretty much disregarded the previously beloved Home Health Castor Oil. Besides the fact that I am almost out of the Home Health Castor Oil, the JBCO allows for easier application and I would like to isolate the results I achieve from using the JBCO exclusively.

Quick Assessment of the Jamaican Black Castor Oil Lavender Scent

Soaks into the scalp
Absorbs Quickly
Pleasant Scent
Great Sealant for Moisture
Nice Consistency (Not too thick, yet not watery)

Thus far, I would have to say that it is truly wonderful. I give it a 5/5. Release your inhibitions and don’t hesitate to try it.

Ingredients:

Jamaican Black Castor Oil, Lavender

A free promotional product was given for review. This, however, wasn’t a paid a review and is an honest product assessment.

Smooth ‘N Shine Polishing Conditioning Gel Review

Dena — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 01:40:57 +0000

I normally don’t do the gel thing on my daughter’s or my hair, well, let me say I rarely use it. However, I figured since the label claimed to be non-drying and contained no alcohol, I would give the Smooth ‘N Shine conditioning gel a shot to smooth our edges for ponytails and buns. Well, people, I am here to tell you that this product is nothing that I expected, to say the least. As a matter of fact, after applying the gel to our hair, several hours later, we both broke out into tiny, little, white, itchy bumps surrounding our foreheads. It was just awful! This was the only new product that we had used so I knew that the gel was the culprit.

Aside from our break-out mishap, the gel did a mediocre job of smoothing. In comparison to Let’s Jam Gel, this gel did not stand up to the challenge. In fact, I hurried back to Walgreens to purchase the Let’s Jam which has never disappointed me in the past. I was giving this product a try because I was so pleased with the Smooth ‘N Shine Foam Wrap Lotion that I assumed that all of their products would be just as great! Well I was way off target in my assumption. That was six dollars and change gone down the drain. That’s another cost of being a true PJ….

Rating: 1 out of 5

Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum), Propylene Glycol, Oleth 5, Glycerin, DEA Oleth 3 Phosphate, Methylparaben, DMDM Hydantoin, Fragrance (Parfum), Blue 1 (CI 42090), Yellow 5 (CI 19140)

lets jam gel review

Infusium 23 Reviews on African American Hair

Julian — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 23:20:15 +0000

I have to say that I have been a big fan of Infusium 23 so you can see where this review is going….yeah it’s going to “me so pleasedville”. I have been using Infusium 23 since high school which was like many moons ago, so I am a long time user and first time reviewer. I would have to say that if you’re a natural hair wearer, ( I am a man) this product is fairly good to condition your hair and even make it it feel stronger.

I use Infusium after I shampoo and condition my hair. I then rub a little in my hair and leave it in and that’s it. I really have noticed the difference when I don’t use it. My hair really doesn’t look as healthy, why I don’t know. Well here is their description for what its supposed to do…

Infusium 23 Original Formula Pro-Vitamin Treatment is a unique leave-in treatment that adds conditioning and shine, restores manageability to dry, brittle hair and protects against split ends. Use daily or immediately after a color, perm or relaxer service to help seal the cuticle and leave hair healthy-looking with superb manageability and shine.

I will give it a 4 out or 5 …just because it is not all natural.

Ingredients:

Water, Amodimethicone, PEG 40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Cetrimonium Chloride, PEG/PPG 18/18 Dimethicone, Polyquaternium 11, Citric Acid, Betaine, Glycerin, Sorbitol, Trideceth 12, PPG 2 Methyl Ether, Serine, Glycine, Glutamic Acid, Arginine, Threonine, Lysine, Alanine, Proline, Hydroxyethylcellulose, PEG 8/SMDI Copolymer, Behenic Acid, Palmitoyl Myristyl Serinate, Oleic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Linoleic Acid, Stearic Acid, Arachidic Acid, PEG 8, Polysorbate 80, Aminomethyl Propanol, Fragrance, Sodium PCA, Methylparaben, DMDM Hydantoin, Disodium EDTA

Wen Hair Care System Review

Julian — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 23:03:55 +0000

Let me first say that I only used the Wen Hair Care System for about 2 weeks, before I decided to blog about my outcome. I used the Sweet almond mint cleansing conditioner. Let me give you a few pros and few cons of this product. I really can’t don’t know if this product is good on black relaxed hair or natural hair women wear. This reveiw is from a black man perspective and other peoples results can vary.

Pros:

I like the smell. The sweet almond mint did have a good smell to it. Although I am a coconut man myself it wasn’t perfumie.

It wasn’t heavy with residue, which is a big plus for me.

My hair is kida curly so I would say it did condition my hair fairly well.

Cons:

Little pricey. I usually pay about 2 bucks for a shampoo and conditioner…so I wanted some super results.

The Ingredients weren’t all natural. For that price I want all the special hard to find oils the world to be in it.

Conclusion that is that Wen wasn’t all that….I mean I didn’t get any better results than my regular savaue. Maybe it because I am a guy and don’t know the special things that were suppose to happen. I will leave that for ladies to decide.

Ingredients
Water, Aloe Vera Gel, Glycerin, Chamomile Extract, Cherry Bark Extract, Calendula Extract, Rosemary Extract, Behentrimonium Chloride, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Cetyl Alcohol, Emulsifying Wax, Panthenol, Trimethylsilylamodimethicone, Hydrolyzed Whole Wheat Protein, PEG-60, Almond Glycerides, Menthol, Essential Oils, Citric Acid, Methylchoroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Fragrance

BaByliss Pro Thermal Ionic Hard Hat dryer Review

Dena — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 02:57:59 +0000

After the tiresome attempts to prop up my hooded dryer with telephone books, then still finding myself sitting on two and three pillows, I was fed up with the hooded dryers and all of the inconvenience associated with them. After my hooded dryer finally died, I was faced with the dilemma of either investing in a soft bonnet dryer or spending the extra bucks on a hooded dryer on a stand, which would certainly be a solution!

Fortunately my dear husband surprised me with a Babyliss Pro Thermal one Saturday morning after constantly hearing my gripes about having to go to the salon every weekend. My review of the Babyliss Pro is as follows:

Pros:

It has three settings. ( I prefer the medium setting)
It has the ION setting, which fights frizz and locks in moisture.
The stand is durable and can be easily adjusted.
It dries the hair evenly.
Dries my hair in about an hour.
Considerably more quiet than my previous dryer.
Rolling wheels make it easy to transport.
The cover attaches nicely to the top of the bonnet and sets the dryer to off when pulled up.

Cons:

The attachment to hold the chord in place doesn’t work.
The highest setting is far too hot.
Although, more quiet than the dinosaur that I had, it is still not as quiet as I’d hoped.

Well, as you can see, the pros outweigh the cons. I would definitely say that this baby was worth the hundred bucks and change that my husband invested in it.

Rating: 4 out of 5

Paul Mitchell Sculpting Foam Conditioning Styling Foam Review

Dena — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 03:57:45 +0000

This product was suggested to me for my son’s naturally curly hair by the stylist at Super Cuts. After she gave him his first haircut, she empathized with me about controlling frizz with his curly locks. She too, had sons with curly hair, and had tried it all. On the verge of cutting his fro completely off after several attempts at finding products to keep his appearance looking well kempt and attractive, I was relieved when she said she had just the right product for his hairtype. So with that being said, I wasn’t at all reluctant to pay the hefty $8.95 for the styling foam, after seeing how his hair melted down after she applied some. This product actually helps to not only define his curls, but to minimize the frizzies. Only a dime sized amount is needed. Both of my sons hair likes this stuff! And the smell….a light coconutty scent that is not too overpowering for males. I am pleasantly surprised that Paul Mitchell has created something that can work on my sons’ sometimes rather difficult hair types. I suggest this product for people with naturally curly hair that desire something to define their curls. Interestingly enough, this styling foam also has conditioner…two in one! Awesome!

Rating 4.5 out of 5!

Soft Sheen Carson Optimum Care Anti Breakage Therapy Leave in Ultimate Strengthener Review

Dena — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 16:56:25 +0000

The first time that I used the Optimum Care Leave in, I was pretty impressed with the final results of my hair. I had just gotten a relaxer, and usually my hair is a little limp because it’s so straight. However, this time, I had sprayed it on my hair before my rollerset. When I took my rollers out and combed the curls out, my hair was so full of body and bounce! Not only was my hair extra fluffy, it also had a nice sheen to it. Now, one thing thing that I believe defines a good leave-in spray is how it actually strengthens the hair. In the past, when my hair was apparently damaged, the slightest tug of a hair strand would result in snap offs. I can honestly say that after a few weeks of use, my hair actually regained strength and vitality. I can say that this product passed my test! Another thing that I like is that the spray is light weight and doesn’t create a residue. I would recommend this product to a friend without a second thought.

The only con to this product is that it does NOT have detangling properties. I still have to work on tangles with this product.

Rating 4 out of 5!

Ingredients:

Aqua/Water, Glycerin, Amodimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Parfum/Fragrance, Cetyl Alcohol, Methylparaben, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Panthenol, Trideceth-6, Quaternium-33, Disodium EDTA, Hexyl Cinnamal, Cetrimonium Chloride, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Citronellol, Benzyl Salicylate, Limonene, Cocos Nucifera/Coconut Oil, Paraffinum Liquidum/Mineral Oil, Dimethyl Tin Dineodecyl Ester, Geraniol, 2-Oleamido-1, 3-Octadecanediol, Citral, Aloe Barbadensis/Aloe Barbandensis Leaf Juice.

Excelsior Millennia Mud Reconstructor review

evanny — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:03:40 +0000

They say:

Thickens hair
Won’t weigh hair down
Reconstructs bonds for healthy hair

Do get mud in your hair! Your hair will thrive on the minerals from the earth found in Millennia Mud Intensive Hair Reconstructor. No dryer time needed. This product infuses hair with essential bio-active minerals extracted from volcanic residue and blended with beneficial oils to create balanced moisture, internal strength.

I say:

I used this reconstructor because #1 I’m running out of my Aphogee 2 minute reconstructor and #2, for those of you who know me, I have a PJ habit that’s not breaking anytime soon. I really wanted to try out something new. Well let me tell you, I applied this to my hair after pre-pooing and shampooing my hair and my oh my is this a good reconstructor! It not only strengthened my hair, but it made it feel incredibly moisturized! I mean, I’m not used to having an experience like that with reconstructors. Reconstructors usually focus on rebuilding the lost protein in the hair and that’s it. After I used Millennia Mud I didn’t feel the need to DC. That’s unheard of! I would most certainly recommend this reconstructor. I’m giving it 5 out of 5 stars.

He utilizado esta reconstructor por 2 razones. # 1 es porque no yo tengo nada de mi reconstructor Aphogee 2 minutos y #2, para la gente que me conocen, tengo el hábito del “PJ. Es cuando tu compras muchas productos del cabello sin razon. Tenía muchas ganas de probar algo nuevo. Aplique el producto al cabello después de lavarme el pelo. Este es un reconstructor bueno! No sólo reforzó mi cabello, pero se hizo sentir increíblemente hidratada! Quiero decir, yo no estoy acostumbrado a tener una experiencia como esa con los reconstructores. Reconstructores suelen centrarse en la reconstrucción de la pérdida de proteínas en el cabello y eso es todo. Después de milenios de barro utilizado no sentí la necesidad de condicion profunda. Yo sin duda recomiendo este reconstructor. Me estoy dando 5 de 5 estrellas.

Simply Growth Hair Vitamin Review

BhpPress — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 17:57:04 +0000

Here is a review submitted for blackhairplanet.com by Latrell actual customer.

My name is latrell im from south carolina i have used all sorts of hair
vitamins like afro 360 excotic allure and others. You name it I have used
it. I have just started using Simply growth about a couple days ago and I have
already seen new hair coming in all ready and i have never experienced that with
any of the other hair vitamin i was amazed by it.

I was skeptical about them because I have used so many before and none of them have done with simply growth did with the other it took 2 -3 months with another brand name I never saw results it was really slow to come in excotic allure the same and afro 360 it took a while. I thought i was going to be really disappoint again with Simply growth i’m not going to lie. But I’m not i have new growth already like I said I have been using it two days and I already see growth. Like I said with the
other products I didnt see results it took a couple of months but i already see
it with Simply growth.