Product Review: Shea Moisture Moringa & Avocado Power Greens Line - 4 Step Power Regimen
Hair Health Thursday, June 18, 2020If you follow me on Instagram, you would have seen me post about the Shea Moisture Power Greens 4 Step Regimen and my wash day results via my IG Stories (archived under 'Wash Day'). I've been using the line since then, so of course a formal review was on the way for you! Too, I've received a lot of requests to share my thoughts on the entire line, so here we go!
Power Greens Shampoo
Promises: Gently cleanse hair with this nourishing Sulfate Free shampoo to improve hair’s overall appearance. Specially formulated with Fair Trade Shea Butter and a blend of Moringa, Avocado, Kale, Matcha and Green Algae, this revitalizing formula leaves hair nourished with up to 7x more shine*
How to use: Apply to wet hair, gently massage and work into a rich lather. Rinse thoroughly. For best result, follow with POWER GREENS HAIR TEA RINSE and POWER GREENS CONDITIONER.
Ingredients: Aqua, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycol Distearate, Glycerin (Vegetable/ Végétale), Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Panthenol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Brassica Oleracea Acephala (Kale) Leaf Extract, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Coconut Acid, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Powder, Sodium Isethionate, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Sodium Methyltaurate, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Juice, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Ocimum Sanctum (Basil) Leaf Extract, Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Flower/Leaf Extract, Benzyl Alcohol, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Sodium Chloride, Triethyl Citrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Benzoic Acid, Parfum (Essential Oil Blend / Mélange d'huiles essentielles).
Truth: This shampoo is very thin in consistency yet opaque in color. That’s one thing that threw me off regarding this shampoo as I’m typically used to shampoos with a thicker consistency. This is what they refer to as the “green smoothie”. I’ve used this shampoo numerous times - on freshly relaxed hair and while stretching my relaxer - my results were pretty good either way. To my surprise, my hair didn’t feel stripped or rough due the thin consistency but instead moisturized. However, I didn’t get as much slip or detangling abilities as I would have liked. You guys know I expect a lot out of a shampoo! My hair felt clean, airy, full and soft. Oh, and the scent is incredible! Totally refreshing. Actually, the entire line has an impeccable fragrance that gives me tropical vibes...it’s so unique. I love it!
Power Greens Hair Tea Rinse
Promises: Drench dull hair with this light hair tea for an amplified experience! Use instead of a shampoo on light wash days. On full wash days use as the second step in your hair care regimen to get superior softness and up to 7x more shine**
How to use: Shake well before use. After shampooing with our MORINGA AVOCADO POWER GREENS SHAMPOO, apply evenly to scalp and hair. Massage into a low-lather. Do not rinse. Follow with our MORINGA AVOCADO POWER GREENS CONDITIONER.
Ingredients: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycerin (Vegetable/ Végétale), Aqua, Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer, Panthenol, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Sodium Chloride, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Oil, Brassica Oleracea Acephala (Kale) Leaf Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Powder, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Melia Azadirachta (Neem) Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta (Neem) Flower Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Juice, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Potassium Sorbate, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Polyquaternium-7, Gluconolactone, Sodium Benzoate, Calcium Gluconate, Parfum (Essential Oil Blend / Mélange d'huiles essentielles).
Truth: This step right here was truly an experience! After shampooing, I applied the rinse directly to my scalp and began to massage it in - as per instructions. As I was massaging it in, it started to lather up - that shocked me. I’ve never experienced that before with a ‘hair rinse’. Letting the hair rinse sit in my hair while the power greens ingredients i.e. Green Tea, Kale, Avocado, Neem etc. penetrate into my scalp was such a treat. Knowing that the Green Tea, which helps with shedding, is nourishing my hair and scalp makes me so happy. Overtime, I feel as though this step helped to strengthen my hair follicles while minimizing shedding. The pointed nozzle makes the application process super simple and the tea easily penetrates and absorbs into my hair. As per instructions, I did not rinse! Instead, I followed up with the conditioner and applied it to my ends. What's unique about this hair rinse, is that you can use it as a substitute for shampoo. I'm trying that next!
Power Greens Conditioner
Promises: Moisturize, detangle and soften with this nourishing conditioner to improve hair's manageability. Specially formulated with Fair Trade Shea Butter and a blend of Moringa, Avocado, Kale, Matcha and Green Algae, this revitalizing formula delivers intense nourishment with 7x more shine*, without weighing hair down.
How to use: Apply to clean wet hair. Gently comb through from roots to ends. Leave in for up to three minutes, then rinse. For best results, cleanse first with MORINGA AVOCADO POWER GREENS SHAMPOO and apply POWER GREENS HAIR TEA RINSE.
Ingredients: Aqua, Glycerin (Vegetable/ Végétale), Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter***, Isopropyl Myristate, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract , Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Sodium Lauroyl Hydrolyzed Silk, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Powder, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Brassica Oleracea Acephala (Kale) Leaf Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Tocopherol, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Ocimum Sanctum (Basil) Leaf Extract, Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Flower/Leaf Extract, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Juice, Diheptyl Succinate, Behentrimonium Chloride, Cetrimonium Chloride, Benzyl Alcohol, Triethyl Citrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Benzoic Acid, Parfum (Essential Oil Blend / Mélange d'huiles essentielles).
Truth: I applied the conditioner as part of the second phase of this 4 step regimen. I applied the conditioner over the hair tea rinse and let both sit for 15-20 minutes with a plastic cap. No heat. Very lightweight and easy to apply. Upon rinsing it out, my hair felt so smooth, conditioned and strong! The moisture was on point! I wasn’t expecting those kind of results with just the hair rinse + conditioner combo in such a short amount of time. Definitely a shocker!
Power Greens Reconstructor
Promises: Strengthen weak strands and minimize breakage. Designed to infuse hair fibers with intense moisture to help strengthen weak and brittle strands, smoothening rough cuticles for a frizz free styling.
How to use: Shampoo the hair, rinse well. Towel dry,. Apply a generous amount from roots to ends and comb through to distribute evenly. Leave in the hair for 10-15 minutes, then rinse well with water. For best results, cover with a plastic cap and apply medium heat.
Ingredients: Water, Glycerin (Vegetable), Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*♥, Isopropyl Myristate, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Powder, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Brassica Oleracea Acephala (Kale) Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta (Neem) Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta (Neem) Flower Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Sodium Lauroyl Hydrolyzed Silk, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Juice, Tocopherol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Cetrimonium Chloride, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Diheptyl Succinate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Triethyl Citrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Benzoic Acid, Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend) *Certified Organic Ingredient ♥Fair Trade Ingredient
Truth: Instant slip when I applied this conditioner! The product glides onto my hair perfectly and soaks right into my strands. After rinsing out the conditioner, I applied the reconstructor and let it sit for 20-25 minutes using my steamer. Tangles melted away while rinsing and my hair smelt heavenly. I noticed my hair felt fortified! Though the proteins are quite mild i.e. Soy, Silk, Rice, they all help to improve the hairs smoothness, shine, volume and moisture binding abilities. Overall, my hair felt nourished, conditioned, full and stronger. My strands felt softer too! This 4 step power greens line is a p o w e r h o u s e and definitely a wash day treat!
Did a cute braid out after using this line :) Lots of definition and fullness! |
Hairlicious Overall Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟 (4/5) Very Good