Hey Wonderful People! It's been a while since I've posted anything, life keeps getting in the way of writing, but I'm back! I've decided to do a product review, since I hadn't done one yet, and because it hopefully helps anyone who's thinking about buying the product!
I have Hair Milk, Healthy Hair Butter, and Black Vanilla Leave-in Conditioner.
Positives:
1. My hair really loves the Black Vanilla, which keeps it shiny.
2. Makes my hair soft.
Negatives:
1. It doesn't moisturize my hair like I thought it would. It keeps it shiny though. I have to keep applying to my hair because it still feels dry.
2. EXPENSIVE! Hair Milk (depending on size 2-10 oz) $9-$20 , Black Vanilla $12 for an 8 fl oz, and Hair Butter (depending on size 4-8 oz) $10.50-$16.50. I really cannot afford to pay for CD products on a foreign teacher's salary.
3. The Hair Butter and Hair Milk have a watery consistency, feels like pouring water on my hands.
4. Strong scent. I love the smell but after a few hours I feel like a walking Scent Shop.
5. Hair Milk promises to control frizz....doesn't on my hair.
I'm not trying to knock CD products! I just really really wanted CD to work for me, but I'm starting to realize that my hair isn't feeling it! All-in-all, I'm still learning about what my hair likes and dislikes. I'm just excited to try different products and see what happens.
Tip for other Broke-Newly Naturals: Buy a smaller size, just in case your hair doesn't like it! You won't break the bank or later cry because you spent 20 bucks on something that didn't work for you. Try to trade with another newly natural, who doesn't like the products that they bought either. That way, you really haven't lost anything.
If you have any tips to share, feel free to comment!
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Sunday, August 1, 2010
My Regimen
This will probably change in a matter of days, but I'm going to tell y'all anyway!
Shampoo-ing: I haven't really figured out how much I should do this yet. My hair really likes the co-washing. If my hair feels gross, I'll "poo" otherwise, co-washing is my new bff.
Co-Wash Days: Co-Washing every other day with Organix Passionfruit Guava.
Finger comb and lightly pat dry. Apply Hair Milk by Carol's Daughter then mix jojoba, castor, and peppermint oils in order to seal in moisture. I can only go a day without co-washing my hair, any longer and my hair/scalp starts to revolt.
Deep Conditioning: Organic Root Stimulator Olive Oil Deep Replenishing Conditioner. I leave it in my hair for about an hour. My hair was extremely soft and moisturized after using this, I will buy more. It also smells really really good!
Every other day: Wet with water then apply hair milk and seal with mixed oils (above).I made a spritz that I only used two days lol. It's made with water, jojoba oil, coconut oil, castor oil, rosemary essential oil, lavender essential oil, and aloe vera juice. My hair just wasn't feeling it, so I'm going to only use lavender, rosemary, aloe vera juice, and water and see how the works instead. Nighttime: Apply Hair Butter by Carol's Daughter and peppermint oil to seal. I put a silk cap on to protect my hair at night or when I'm laying down on a pillow (I try to anyway).
Styling: I've only used Isoplus Styling Gel for two days; I'm going to make my own hair gel later today (I'll let you know how it works out).
Combing: Once a week on a co-wash day.
Things I want to try: Honey as a deep conditioner, Olive Oil as a moisturizer, Shea Butter as a moisturizer/making my own shea butter moisturizer, and/or Giovanni hair line.
My tips: Put castor oil on your edges/ temples (if your hair likes castor oil). It helps it (your hair) lay flat and supposedly helps with hair growth.
Any tips to share? Let me know :)
Shampoo-ing: I haven't really figured out how much I should do this yet. My hair really likes the co-washing. If my hair feels gross, I'll "poo" otherwise, co-washing is my new bff.
Co-Wash Days: Co-Washing every other day with Organix Passionfruit Guava.
Finger comb and lightly pat dry. Apply Hair Milk by Carol's Daughter then mix jojoba, castor, and peppermint oils in order to seal in moisture. I can only go a day without co-washing my hair, any longer and my hair/scalp starts to revolt.
Deep Conditioning: Organic Root Stimulator Olive Oil Deep Replenishing Conditioner. I leave it in my hair for about an hour. My hair was extremely soft and moisturized after using this, I will buy more. It also smells really really good!
Every other day: Wet with water then apply hair milk and seal with mixed oils (above).I made a spritz that I only used two days lol. It's made with water, jojoba oil, coconut oil, castor oil, rosemary essential oil, lavender essential oil, and aloe vera juice. My hair just wasn't feeling it, so I'm going to only use lavender, rosemary, aloe vera juice, and water and see how the works instead. Nighttime: Apply Hair Butter by Carol's Daughter and peppermint oil to seal. I put a silk cap on to protect my hair at night or when I'm laying down on a pillow (I try to anyway).
Styling: I've only used Isoplus Styling Gel for two days; I'm going to make my own hair gel later today (I'll let you know how it works out).
Combing: Once a week on a co-wash day.
Things I want to try: Honey as a deep conditioner, Olive Oil as a moisturizer, Shea Butter as a moisturizer/making my own shea butter moisturizer, and/or Giovanni hair line.
My tips: Put castor oil on your edges/ temples (if your hair likes castor oil). It helps it (your hair) lay flat and supposedly helps with hair growth.
Any tips to share? Let me know :)
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