Fav Products Series - Keracare Hydrating Detangling Shampoo
Fav Products Series Sunday, October 20, 2019
Due to a lot of feedback/comments/questions etc. lately... I'm starting a new series "Fav♡ Products Series" on my Youtube Chanel where I will be sharing my favourite hair products/tools etc. with you. I figured I'd start off with one of my favourite shampoo's - Keracare Hydrating Detangling Shampoo! In the video below I share why I love this shampoo, the benefits and how it makes my relaxed hair more manageable.
Promises:
Directions:
Wet hair thoroughly. Rub shampoo between palms and gently massage into a lather. Rinse and repeat. Proceed to deep condition with affirm or Keracare conditioner of choice.
Water, Disodium Cocoamphodipropionate, Trideceth-7 Carboxylic acid, Cocamide MIPA, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Polysorbate 20, Glycolstearate, Polyquaternium-7, Polyquaternium-10, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Citric acid, Fragrance, Tetrasodium EDTA, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Salicylate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Alpha Isomethyl Lonone, Yellow #5 (CI 19140).
Truth:
Purchase: Keracare Hydrating Detangling Sulfate-free Shampoo - https://amzn.to/2BpzxF4
Thanks for watching!
Don't you just love when this day rolls around? I love when relaxer day comes because #1, it resets my relaxer stretch and #2 it gives me a fresh start with no new growth to "baby" for several weeks. LOL. So, I ended my relaxer stretch at 12 weeks post and I got a trim! Can you believe its been 5 months since my hair cut? Time really does fly.
You see, I believe relaxed hair should be relaxed at 85-90% leaving some room for texture to remain in the strands. The whole point of relaxing is to relax the curl pattern so that it's straight but not to the point where the hair is stick thin, lifeless, limp and over-processed.
In fact, back when I first began my healthy hair journey, I noticed that many of the ladies who I admired had thick, long, healthy relaxed hair and they all had ONE of many things in common...they relaxed their hair leaving a tad bit of texture behind!!! To be clear, they were not texlaxed, but they had just enough wave/texture so that it wasn't super 100% straight. You get me? This was a HUGE game changer for me and the turning point in achieving healthier relaxed hair. Since that tip was shared with me, I never looked back!
OMGosh, flash back!
I remember, prior to my hair journey, when my hairdresser used to apply each and every one of my relaxers from root to tip and make me sit in the relaxer like a deep conditioner until my hair and ends were SUPER straight. I cringe just thinking about it - such a HOT MESS! Of course, my hair was thin, lifeless, constantly breaking and excessively dry!! I thought it was normal for relaxed hair to have those characteristics. I didn't know any better :(
Freshly Relaxed - Air Dried Hair - September 2019
But as the saying goes "when you know better, you do better" - so let's fast forward.
Now that I self-relax (with the help of my sister) I control what relaxer strength I use, how long I leave my relaxer on for, how often I smooth/comb my new growth, my neutralizing process, how I protect my previously relaxed hair etc. which all play a key role in how straight my relaxed hair will become while preserving the texture and health in my hair.
Top 5 Contributors as to Why My Relaxed Hair Isn't Bone Straight:
1. Using a Lye relaxer - Lye relaxers provide a low degree of hair bond breakage that preserves the natural strength and elasticity in the hair. Lye relaxers tend to me more harsh on the scalp than on the hair. Less bond breakage = more structure, fullness and strength remaining in the strands.
2. Using a normal strength relaxer - Normal strength relaxers tend to process the hair slower but perfect enough to achieve my desired straightness. I don't recommend extra stretch relaxers as they are formulated to process the hair quickly increasing the chances of over-processing the hair.
3. Limited smoothing and combing of my new growth - I smooth twice in the front, smooth 3x's in the back & comb twice in the back to ensure my hair gets straight enough and not over-processed. This gives me approximately 85-90% straightness.
4. Not leaving the relaxer on for over 25 mins - I finish my relaxer process usually at the 22-23 minute mark. I don't like to leave my relaxer on longer than that out of fear of it being "too straight". This amount of processing time is perfect for me as I'm able to apply the relaxer all over, smooth, and comb with no fuss.
5. Neutralizing in 3 phases - Taking my time to neutralize my roots for a total of 20 mins ensures all of the relaxer is out of my hair and it's no longer processing my roots. During this process I also notice that the texture of my roots begin to re-appear.
Freshly Relaxed - Day 3 of Flat Ironed Hair - September 2019
As you see in the picture above, there's a slight wave/texture remaining in my roots post relaxer day. To some, this may be horrific and an alarming state of panic because the "relaxer didn't take"; however, this makes me happy to know that there's texture remaining in my strands. Once you're over-processed, there's no turning back from that!
"Your hair is under-processed!", some may say. But I beg to differ, as I know for a fact I don't have inconsistent textures of various degrees all throughout my hair i.e. straight roots and ends with a puffy/under-processed texture in the middle (which requires a corrective relaxer to resolve). The texture remaining in my hair is uniform and not overly excessive to the point where my hair is classified as under-processed or texlaxed.
Let's be real! Limp bone straight relaxed hair isn't cute! For me, not relaxing bone straight over the years has preserved the texture and elasticity in my hair making it more resilient to breakage. Too, I find that my hair styles look better because of the added fullness and body.
Though my relaxed strands have texture, I can still achieve a straight style without the use of direct heat - if needed. My wet hair has slight waves but not enough to wear a wash n go or cause frizziness in humid climates like texlaxed hair. The way I look at it, if I want super bone straight hair, I'll flat iron it - simple! But it certainly won't be a result of my relaxer process.
So to my relaxed hair ladies, it's perfectly normal and highly encouraged to have a bit of texture in your tresses. Since I've been relaxing my hair like this (starting 2010), my relaxed strands are healthier, stronger, and thicker!
Shoulder length with thin ends - My Relaxed hair prior to starting my HHJ
My thin Relaxed ends prior to starting my HHJ
While thinning and "chewed-up ends" was a common thing to witness in Relaxed hair decades ago (see above), I would say this perception is no longer the norm. The perception that equates Relaxed hair to being thin, pre-dates the era of ladies embarking on a Relaxed hair journey and taking the time to understand their hair, its needs etc. Nowadays, Relaxed hair automatically equating to T H I N hair is faaaaar from the truth - with the help of proper care of course!
In my opinion, obtaining and maintaining a thick Relaxed hair ponytail, or hair in general, is never accomplished by just doing “one” thing. I believe a combination of multiple things done frequently attributed to the fullness of my Relaxed hair and ends. Below, I share with you all of the healthy hair habits that I've instilled into my hair regimen contributing to my thick and healthy Relaxed hair ponytail.
1. Washing and Deep conditioning weekly - Words cannot express how important it is to deep condition your hair on a consistent basis. I know you hear it time-and-time again, but it's no joke!! For me, washing and deep conditioning on a weekly basis (using heat i.e. hooded dryer and steamer) has been a game changer. My hair gets a weekly dose of moisture and protein which helps in nourishing my strands to withstand breakage preventing damage and it increases the fullness of my strands. Also, using the 3 penetrating oils (Avocado, Coconut and Olive oil) mixed with a few of my deep conditioners has really helped to strengthen and preserve my hair cuticle from the inside out - which equals fuller healthier hair.
2. Incorporating protein in my regimen frequently - Since I began incorporating more protein (balanced with moisture) into my regimen, my hair has increased in thickness by far! Being scared of protein, to the point of never using it in your regimen, will set you up for a serious setback. Facts! Protein is great because it causes the hair shaft to swell in diameter; therefore, increasing the overall thickness of your Relaxed strands. Protein treatments fortify my hair preventing breakage. So less breakage = more hair on my head = fuller looking hair and pony overall. I always look for "Hydrolyzed protein" in my protein treatments/DC's. Hydrolyzed keratin and Hydrolyzed collagen are my favourites. Every time I do a protein treatment, I always follow up with a moisturizing treatment to soften and hydrate my hair. Balance is key!
3. Keeping my ends trimmed - Having a ponytail with "chewed-up" ends is neverrr a good look! I maintain my ends on a cycle that works for me. I notice that when I trim every 10-12 (essentially quarterly) my ends remain at its fullest! Incorporating this "preventative maintenance" trimming schedule catches thinning or split ends before they get worse without having to do a big cut months later (better to be proactive than reactive). When I trim every 3 months, my ends remain full, my ponytail looks and feels thicker and my hair hangs better. Never skimp on your trims, your ‘future-self’ will thank you for it.
4. Moisturizing and sealing frequently - Let's just be clear, oils do NOT moisturize the hair. Period. Oils cannot hydrate the hair, only water based products can. It's important that all moisturizer's have water as the first ingredient. I personally prefer water based moisturizers that have a liquid-y consistency, typically containing Glycerin, and I seal with Jojoba oil. I moisturize and seal daily, if not every other day. Moisturizing and sealing has increased the elasticity and fullness in my strands due to the increased moisture levels. Increased moisture levels = prevents breakage = less thinning = fuller hair. Just being consistent with this simple hair habit has kept more hair on my head and less on my clothes, bathroom counter and floor.
5. Stretching and using a "Normal" strength relaxer - Relaxing at 10-12 weeks post Relaxer has always been beneficial for my hair and hair type. Stretching out my Relaxers gives my new growth a chance to grow in fully and become "visible" enough to apply the Relaxer touch up to my new growth ONLY. Relaxing sooner, with no visible new growth, can cause overlapping (relaxing previously relaxed hair) which can lead to over-processed hair which causes thinness, breakage and overall damage to your Relaxed hair. So avoiding the entire over-lapping and over-processing drama, has allowed my strands to remain at its fullest. Also, Normal strength relaxers process slower, in comparison to Extra strength. Slower processing time translates to more texture remaining in the hair after a relaxer touch up. More texture = fuller, thicker hair & ponytail.
6. I prevent "Relaxer run off" - I do no relax my new growth without my ends being protected from the Relaxer. Relaxer run-off is a term used to describe the process of when you are rinsing out the relaxer and the possibility of the relaxer "re-relaxing" your strands/ends as it's being rinsed from the hair. As mentioned before, Relaxing previously Relaxed hair can cause over-processing which, of course, leads to thinness and breakage. I always protect the length of my hair from Relaxer run- off by creating a barrier between my hair and the Relaxer. I always coat my ends with ROUX Porosity control and DAX (petroleum based hair grease) for maximum protection. This layer of protection prevents the Relaxer from penetrating and processing my ends. As a result, my ends remain full!
7. Doing Scalp massages - After wash days, I typically like to massage my scalp with Jamaican Black Castor oil. I find that massaging my scalp with JBCO, in a gentle circular motion, stimulates my scalp and increases the blood flow to my hair follicles. As a result, I noticed that my hair growth rate has sped up and the density of my hair has increased for an overall thicker ponytail.
8. I Protective style weekly - Approximately 4 days of of the week my hair is in a safe protective style. By safe I mean a style that will not negatively impact the health of my hair/ends i.e. bun, clipped up etc. I rock protective styles so that my hair is off of my shoulders and not rubbing back-and-forth against the fabric of my clothing (causing friction, tangles, dryness etc.). This simple hair habit, preserves the healthy of my ends as they are shielded from the elements. Too, the moisture levels remain higher in my hair as opposed to having my hair loose and hang down (my hair will lose moisture quicker). More moisture = less breakage= less thinning = fuller ponytail!
Having a full Relaxed ponytail is POSSIBLE! Be Intentional and Be consistent.
Remember: Wigs, ponytails, weaves will fade but investing in your own hair will NEVER go out of style!
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| approximately 8 weeks post relaxer! |
Today, I’ll be showing you how I do my “ends tucked under” bun protective style. I've shown this look before on my Blog and Instagram and since then I've received a lot of requests to do a tutorial. It's finally here :)
This is a really simple look that I like to do every-so-often. When I wear this bun my hair retains moisture, my ends are not exposed to the elements and my hair is off my shoulders in a cute, chic look!
Products Used:
Scurl No Drip Curl Activator - Moisturizer
Keracare Essential Oils - Sealant
Eco styler Olive oil + Black Castor Oil Gel - Smooth down edges
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Product Review: Shea Moisture Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil Intensive Hydration Shampoo and Intensive Hydration Hair Masque
Product Review Monday, July 08, 2019
Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil Intensive Hydration Shampoo
Promises: This sulphate-free shampoo cleanses while infusing hair with intense moisture and shine-enhancing nutrients. Certified organic Shea Butter, Mafura and Baobab are blended into a rich formulation of restorative oils to soften and revitalize hair. Antioxidant-rich Fig helps helps boast hydration while protecting distressed hair from environmental influences.
How to Use: Apply to wet hair and gently massage into a rich lather. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat, if necessary.
Ingredients: Water, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Laurel Lactylate, Fragrance, Glycol Stearate, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Panthenol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Trichilia Emetica Seed Butter, Ficus Carica (Fig) Extract, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Stearamide AMP Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Tocopherol.
Truth:
I've used this sulfate-free shampoo after a prepoo (protein), and with/without following up with the Intensive Hair Masque. This shampoo is creamy, opaque and thick in consistency. The scent is very mild but pleasant (can't really describe what the scent reminds me of but it's very unique) as I always get compliments on how good my hair smells when I use this line. Overall, the shampoo is moisturizing and it softens my coarse 4b/c hair. But it does NOT detangle my hair the way I envisioned it too, especially since it really softens up my hair pretty well. For me, that's kind of a 'deal breaker'. I guess I've been spoiled to expect shampoos to provide moisture, softness ANDDD slip/detangling abilities all in one. Shampoo's really help set the foundation for a successful wash day. I don't think that's too much to ask, especially since I've found those qualities in a few shampoo's throughout my hair journey. With that being said, it lathers well and my hair feels soft yet clean with each use. I notice the best results when using it prior to deep conditioning with the Intensive Hair Masque. But if I use the shampoo alone with a deep conditioner from another brand, my hair feels "blah". So for me, the shampoo works better when the entire product line is used all together.
Pros:
Thick consistency
Creamy
Softens the hair
Lathers well
Smells good
Cons:
No detangling abilities!
Price: $14.99 CAD 12 fl oz.
Hairlicious Rating:
(3/5) Pretty good
Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil Intensive Hydration Hair Masque
Promises: This intense conditioning deep treatment infuses hair with a powerful dose of moisture and nutrients. Certified organic Shea Butter, Honey, Mafura and Baobab Oils are blended with antioxidant-rich African Rock Fig to restore and lock in moisture. Smoothes and fortifies follicles for stronger, healthier frizz-free hair.
How to Use: Section clean, wet hair. Apply generously. Use a wide tooth comb to distribute evenly from root to ends. Leave in for 5 minutes. Rinse thoroughly. For extra conditioning, cover hair with a plastic cap. Apply moderate heat for up to 30 minutes. When using a steamer do not cover hair. Moist heat will add to masque's hydration.
Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Cetyl Alcohol, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Glycerin (Vegetable), Stearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Panthenol, Trichilia Emetica (Mafura) Seed Oil, Honey, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend), Adansonia Digitata (Baobab) Seed Oil, Cetrimonium Chloride, Persea Gratissma (Avocado) Oil, Ficus (Fig) Extract, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Tocopherol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Butylene Glycol Butter.
Truth:
Revisiting this hair masque has been such a treat and it reminded me of why I like this DC so much! I've been using this masque with heat for 25-30 minutes right after using the Intensive shampoo. Both products go hand-in-hand perfectly - I must say. I have used this masque without using the Intensive Shampoo and it still delivers great results. The Shea Moisture Manuka Honey Intensive Hydration Hair Masque provides instant softness, moisture and smoothness upon application and rinse-out. With this DC, I get lots of slip which helps detangle my coarse 4b/c hair easily. It makes air drying such a breeze! The "Hydrolyzed Rice Protein" in the ingredients, is nothing to be overly concerned about it as it won't make the hair feel hard or rough but mildly strengthened to accept moisture better. HRP (Hydrolyzed Rice Protein) not only adds shine but it also increases hair volume, increases the hair's ability to bind to moisture and improves the elasticity. So it's not a "light or hard" protein perse. Too, with this ingredient being so far down the ingredient list, I'm not concerned about it throwing off my protein balance in anyway. I love how this conditioner makes my hair look and feel. My hair retains moisture until the next wash day and it remains frizz-free because it smooths my hair so nicely! This conditioner is also great to use as a follow up to a protein treatment in efforts to rebalance the moisture levels in the hair. Overall, awesome deep conditioner! Would definitely recommend it for a relaxed or natural healthy hair regimen.
Pros:
A little goes a long way
Great slip for detangling
Instant moisture and lasting hydration
Softens hair on contact and after rinse out
Detangles well
Thick consistency
Gives hair body and fullness
Cons:
Small jar
Pricey for size
Price: $16.99 CAD 12 fl oz.
Hairlicious Rating:
(5/5) Excellent
Relaxer Update - Relaxer Day Routine Details + How I Prevent Relaxer Run-Off
Relaxer Day Monday, July 01, 2019
Hey loves,
I recently relaxed my hair and I wanted to share several details regarding my relaxer day routine as I've received many questions as to what steps I take, products I use etc. I ended my relaxer stretch at 11 weeks post relaxer. I relaxed with ORS Olive Oil Relaxer in normal strength. I typically leave my relaxers on for 20-23 minutes but I always set my timer to 25 minutes. This is my 1st relaxer since I got my hair cut (a couple months back) and I feel as though my hair has grown quite a bit. Also, I did a small trim just for maintenance purposes.
In the video below, I go into detail as to how I prevent relaxer run-off and over processed ends, why I love using protein on relaxer day and the bond rebuilding products I use to strengthen my relaxed hair.
Enjoy!!
Wash Day at 9/10 Weeks Post Relaxer using PLEX Breakage Defense System!
Creme Of Nature Saturday, June 08, 2019
Hey guys!
I'm approximately 9/10 weeks post relaxer. Wash day was such a breeze using the NEW Creme of Nature PLEX Breakage Defense 3 Step Strengthening System. What's so cool about this system is that its unique salon technology protects hair bonds and reduces breakage for stronger hair. Too, this system is designed for Relaxed, Colour treated, Natural and Transitioning hair types.
Check out the full video below for my final results!
Thanks for watching!
Ever since the beginning of 2019 I've had the urge to do something new and different with my relaxed hair. I'm not going natural any time soon and I've always been "too chicken" to actually colour my hair, so cutting my hair to a shorter length was definitely an option! Mind you, my hair wasn't damaged or thinning, it was in it's healthiest state - but I wanted a something different.
I'd say towards my birthday (end of March) the urge got stronger so I took this whole "hair cutting" situation to my Instagram Stories to get some feedback from my Hairlistas. I wanted to see what they thought about the whole idea of me cutting my hair to the approximate length you see in the photos below: (I don't own these photos, I found them on Pinterest for inspiration)
Many ladies were "for it" and encouraged me to try something different saying "you know your hair so well, if you cut it now it will grow back fast either way", "change is good, go for it", "you're hair will still be gorgeous!" etc. However, there were some that were against it saying "OMG don't cut your hair!!" and EVEN "if you cut your hair I will unfollow you!"...LOL. Yes, it was that serious to some people I guess.
Anyway, the way I see it, it's just hair. I've maintained MBL for almost a decade and experiencing a different length sparked my curiosity. I saw no harm in cutting my hair because, if anything, I could always grow it right back. Case closed.
Overall, I want to say I took off maybe 4" inches in length. I'd say I'm Bra strap length now. I adore it!! I also got the hemline of my hair into a "U" shape like I wanted so it hangs in a rounded shape. I didn't want that 'straight across blunt look' anymore. My ends feel great and my hair feels even thicker t & fuller than before. I can still do top knots, low buns, braid outs etc. It's still long enough to do the styles I love. This is a big change for me. But as they say, change is good and it feels great!!
Let me know what you think? Have you cut your hair recently? How are you liking it?
One of My Favourite Moisturizers - Scurl No Drip Curl Activator! | Relaxed Hair
Moisturize and Seal Monday, April 15, 2019
So I get a lot of questions about my relaxed hair, products and healthy hair tips/advise in general, but out of all the hair questions I get, I’m frequently asked:
Well, there are several moisturizers that I keep in rotation depending on what my hair is craving and my desired style at the time. But I’d have to say, one of my favourite moisturizers of all time would be Scurl No Drip Curl Activator and lately I've been using Keracare Essential oils instead of Jojoba oil to seal. Don't get me wrong, I still love and use Jojoba oil to seal but Scurl with Keracare Essential oil is a Bomb combo!
If you’ve been following my blog/my hair journey for a while, you know that Scurl has been a staple of mine from the very beginning; however, once the formula changed (back in 2012/2013), I slowly stopped using it. I felt as though my hair stopped responding to the new formula ie. due to the argan oil, olive oil and fragrance. My hair felt dry and stringy. I was so disappointed - to say the least. Now fast forward to 2017/2018, I revisited my beloved moisturizer and we hit it off. Not sure if they changed the measurements/ratio of the ingredients but my hair has fallen back in love with Scurl No Drip - the new formula! With this moisturizer, my hair retains moisture perfectly and it softens my new growth when I'm 10-12 weeks post relaxer.
So as I mentioned before, Keracare Essential Oils is new in my regimen. I’ve been using it as a sealant and I just adore it because it's packed with stellar oils like castor oil, sweet almond oil, jojoba oil, olive oil, coconut oil and avocado oil, just to name a few. As soon as I apply a small amount over my moisturizer, my hair softens immediately. It locks in moisture right away and imparts shine and smoothness to my strands. It quickly became a favourite of mine and is comparable to jojoba oil.
Now, this moisturize and seal combo has been working for me and my relaxed hair for a while. A few people have told me that “Scurl is not formulated for relaxed hair, it's formulated for natural hair and you should stop using it” Well, to put it simple, I use what works for me, my relaxed hair, and my texture. This moisturizer helped me retain length and keep my new growth soft. It's loaded with ingredients that I love ie. Glycerin, Panthenol, Stearalkonium chloride, etc. which all help to provide moisture and softness to the hair. Too, if it ain’t broke why fix it?! Just because it may be marketed to “natural hair” doesn’t mean it won’t work for my relaxed hair. And, if it works for me, why should I stop? We have to start thinking outside of the box and start looking at ingredients for proper moisturizing properties rather than labels.
I typically moisturize and seal nightly - if not every other night. I moisturize and seal in sections (1-2 pumps/section for a total of 5/6 sections) to ensure every area is covered. It doesn’t make my hair “wet” or greasy. I use these products on air dried hair - only! I wouldn't use this moisturizing combo on flat ironed hair as it could revert my sleek flat ironed look. Where styling is concerned, Scurl works perfectly to lock in moisture when wearing protective and low manipulation styles.
I typically moisturize and seal nightly - if not every other night. I moisturize and seal in sections (1-2 pumps/section for a total of 5/6 sections) to ensure every area is covered. It doesn’t make my hair “wet” or greasy. I use these products on air dried hair - only! I wouldn't use this moisturizing combo on flat ironed hair as it could revert my sleek flat ironed look. Where styling is concerned, Scurl works perfectly to lock in moisture when wearing protective and low manipulation styles.
Why I use Scurl:
- it penetrates my strands with moisture
- zero protein
- it’s light and non greasy
- affordable and easy to find in stores
- has a spray feature which allows me to moisturize my roots when relaxer stretching
- softens my hair and new growth
- great for protective styles
I do have other moisturizers that I keep in rotation, but Scurl and I have history so I don't think we'll part ways anytime soon!
How to Use: After shampooing with TGIN Moisture Rich Shampoo, and conditioning with TGIN Triple Moisture Replenishing Conditioner, apply a generous amount of TGIN Honey Miracle Hair Mask to hair and comb through to ensure thorough distribution from roots to ends. Place a plastic cap over hair and sit under dryer for 10-15 minutes or leave on the hair for 35 minutes to 1 hour without heat. Rinse thoroughly with warm water, followed by cool water.
Ingredients: Water, Raw Honey, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Glutamic Acid, Fragrance, Benzyl Alcohol, EDTA, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone.
Moving forward, approximately 3-4 weeks ago, my sis was purging her product stash and offered me whatever was left in her TGIN Honey Hair Mask jar. Being optimistic, I took it, shampooed, applied it to my hair and immediately noticed instant softness on my strands. This time around, I did exactly as the directions stated. I didn’t bother to go under heat but instead I used a heat process cap (see pic above) and left the conditioner on for 1 hour - NO Heat! Let me tell youuu! Upon rinsing out the deep conditioner, my hair was like BUTTER. The slip was crazy, my tangles were melting away while rinsing out the conditioner, and the scent was so good it reminds me of cherry’s. After rinsing, I t-shirt dried my hair, air dried and I couldn’t get over the softness and how easy it was to detangle. The smoothness of my strands was a total shock that lasted a good 2-3 days. Like what? How was I missing out on this?! So, because I was in total denial, I had to repeat my exact same steps the following wash day, just to make sure it wasn’t a "fluke". Fortunately, it wasn’t! The following wash day, I experienced the exact same results = softness, smoothness, moisture and more manageable hair!
You see, the trick that made my hair adore this deep conditioner was using it WITHOUT heat (using the heat processing cap). The heat cap allowed my natural body heat to warm up the conditioner to penetrate into my strands. Don't get me wrong, I love using my steamer and hooded dryer for deep conditioning, but using this heat cap was a win for me. I was able to get things done around the house while running behind my 13 month old who loves to run, not walk, everywhere and get into everything LOL. The TGIN Honey Miracle Mask combined with the Heat Processing Cap is LIFE!! Girl, my results were so good I repurchased my own jar! And I’m savoring it until I re-stock! Yes, it's that good.
I highly recommend this protein-free DC for dry thirsty hair whether you are relaxed or natural!
Pros:
Little goes a long way
Slippy
Instant moisture and lasting hydration
Softens hair and new growth
Detangles well
Smells good
Cons:
Expensive!
Small jar
Price: $18.99 CAD 12 fl oz.
Hairlicious Rating:
(5/5) Excellent
Directions: Apply a generous amount from roots to ends on unwashed towel-dried hair. Comb through once and leave on for a minimum of 10 minutes or more. Rinse from hair, shampoo and condition.
Ingredients: Water, Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate, Propylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Cetyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Glycerin, Hydroxyethyl Ethylcellulose, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Quaternium-91, Sodium Benzoate, Cetrimonium Methosulfate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Fragrance, Polyquaternium-37, Tetrasodium EDTA, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Etidronic Acid, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Phytantriol, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Panthenol, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate.
Pros:
Cons:
Price: $38.00 CAD 3.3 fl oz. /100ml
Hairlicious Rating: (5/5) Excellent
Flat ironed hair after using Olaplex No. 3 Treatment on Relaxer Day!
Truth: If you've been following me through my "Olaplex Journey", I've been sharing my thoughts on the take home treatment over the past few months. If you've missed it, you can check out My First Impression With Olaplex No. 3 here.
I've been incorporating Olaplex No.3 into my regimen and I find that I get the best results when I use it on wet/damp hair before I shampoo and right after neutralizing on my relaxer day. Because I prepoo with a light protein weekly, I find it hard to incorporate Olaplex No. 3 into my wash day process i.e. wet hair, apply olaplex No. 3, rinse, shampoo, do light protein treatment, rinse, do moisture treatment, rinse etc. It's just too many steps that I don't have time for!! So I've been thinking of incorporating Olaplex No. 3 on relaxer days - only! Plus that's the best time to use a Bond Rebuilder! Using a bond rebuilder like Olaplex on relaxer day (applying it in my roots and down the length of my hair), when the disulphide bonds are broken down (which creates the straightness in relaxed hair), is probably the most beneficial time for the hair. Just to be clear, Olaplex No.3 is NOT, and I repeat, NOT a protein treatment!! Okay, good LOL.
During my last relaxer (end of Jan 2019), I remember using Olaplex No 3. right after neutralizing and it gave me amazing results! My hair felt ridiculously soft and smoother than normal - my cuticles were sooo flat. Typically after a relaxer, the hair cuticles remain raised/open due to the high pH of the relaxer. This can also make the hair tangle and feel rough at time. But right after using Olaplex No.3, my cuticles were left smooth, flat, strong and any tangles; that I did have, quickly melted away with little manipulation. I noticed that my hair remained very smooth but felt stronger and reinforced even after I flat ironed!! Olaplex No. 3 will definitely be a part of my relaxer day process. I highly recommend Olaplex No. 3 for relaxed and natural hair. It's especially good for those who have major damage from heat tools, excessive manipulation, or colour treated hair etc.
I've been incorporating Olaplex No.3 into my regimen and I find that I get the best results when I use it on wet/damp hair before I shampoo and right after neutralizing on my relaxer day. Because I prepoo with a light protein weekly, I find it hard to incorporate Olaplex No. 3 into my wash day process i.e. wet hair, apply olaplex No. 3, rinse, shampoo, do light protein treatment, rinse, do moisture treatment, rinse etc. It's just too many steps that I don't have time for!! So I've been thinking of incorporating Olaplex No. 3 on relaxer days - only! Plus that's the best time to use a Bond Rebuilder! Using a bond rebuilder like Olaplex on relaxer day (applying it in my roots and down the length of my hair), when the disulphide bonds are broken down (which creates the straightness in relaxed hair), is probably the most beneficial time for the hair. Just to be clear, Olaplex No.3 is NOT, and I repeat, NOT a protein treatment!! Okay, good LOL.
During my last relaxer (end of Jan 2019), I remember using Olaplex No 3. right after neutralizing and it gave me amazing results! My hair felt ridiculously soft and smoother than normal - my cuticles were sooo flat. Typically after a relaxer, the hair cuticles remain raised/open due to the high pH of the relaxer. This can also make the hair tangle and feel rough at time. But right after using Olaplex No.3, my cuticles were left smooth, flat, strong and any tangles; that I did have, quickly melted away with little manipulation. I noticed that my hair remained very smooth but felt stronger and reinforced even after I flat ironed!! Olaplex No. 3 will definitely be a part of my relaxer day process. I highly recommend Olaplex No. 3 for relaxed and natural hair. It's especially good for those who have major damage from heat tools, excessive manipulation, or colour treated hair etc.
Flat ironed hair after using Olaplex No. 3 Treatment on Relaxer Day!
Here are the steps that I will be using on my next Relaxer Day:
1. Base scalp, protect previously relaxed hair with conditioner and hair grease
2. Apply ORS Olive Oil Relaxer (20-25mins)
3. Use Neutralizing Shampoo
4. Apply Olaplex No. 3 Treatment for 10-15 mins (cover with plastic cap)
5. Use Sulfate-free shampoo
6. Deep Condition for 30 mins - 1 hour
2. Apply ORS Olive Oil Relaxer (20-25mins)
3. Use Neutralizing Shampoo
4. Apply Olaplex No. 3 Treatment for 10-15 mins (cover with plastic cap)
5. Use Sulfate-free shampoo
6. Deep Condition for 30 mins - 1 hour
7. Apply Leave-in Conditioner
8. Air dry
9. Flat Iron
Pros:
- Smooths the hair cuticles
- Little goes a long way
- Provides moisture
- Softens hair
- Hair feels stronger/reinforced
- Expensive for size!
- Small bottle
Price: $38.00 CAD 3.3 fl oz. /100ml
Hairlicious Rating:
(5/5) Excellent
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