Aubrey Organics Honeysuckle Rose Moisturizing Conditioner The sweet smell of success for your hair. Trade those dry, thirsty tresses for vibrant, touchably soft hair with this moisture-intensive conditioner. Restorative herbal emollients detangle and rehydrate to leave hair ultra-silky and irresistibly fragrant. Also recommended for bleached or highlighted hair.INGREDIENTS: Coconut Fatty Acid Cream Base, Organic Aloe Vera, Organic Shea Butter, Wheat Germ Oil, Organic Jojoba Oil, Organic Rosa Mosqueta® Rose Hip Seed Oil; Extracts of Fennel, Hops, Balm Mint, Mistletoe, Camomile, Yarrow, Chrysanthemum, Angelica, Forsythia and Magnolia; Honeysuckle Oil, Carrot Oil, Aubrey’s Preservative (Citrus Seed Extract, Vitamins A, C and E).

Survey Says (Courtesy of Discoveringhair reader - Ashelyn J.):

1. What did you like most about the product? Well I like using natural/organic products on my hair so this product definitely has that covered. The ingredients are bomb!* It has a thick consistency (which I love) and it leaves my hair feeling very healthy and moisturized. Not to mention the smell–lovely!
2. What did you like least about the product? Well it’s not the cheapest conditioner and you can only get it at health food/vitamin stores (e.g. Whole Foods, Vitamin Shoppe) or online. I’ve also heard some people say that it’s not the best detangler but I haven’t detangled with it yet so I don’t know (I’ll detangle with it soon and report back with my results).
3. What end result were you seeking when you used this product? With my hair type (Type 4a for those who like hair types ), it’s vital that my hair have a lot of moisture and nourishment because it can easily become dry and brittle (and that is not a good look lol). So with AO HSR, I was hoping that it would be a conditioner that REALLY conditioned my hair and helped add moisture and a touchably soft feel.
4. Did you achieve that goal? Yup, I sure did!
5. Did you feel that the cost of the product matched the results? Yes, I do think that the cost matched the results.
6. Would you use this product again? Undoubtedly
7. Will you add it to your normal hair cocktail? Yup, it’s definitely a keeper and I almost always use it when I wash/co-wash my hair.
8. How did you use the product? I alternate using it with a 2 other conditioners (AO GPB Conditioner and Oyin Handmade Honey Hemp Conditioner) when co-washing or deep conditioning. I don’t actually shampoo my hair, but when I use other cleansing products (e.g. Peppermint Castile Soap or Oyin Handmade’s Grand Poo Bar), I usually follow up with the Honey Suckle Rose Conditioner. Sometimes I slather it on in the shower, massage it thoroughly into my hair, throw a plastic cap on, and then rinse (with cool water), while other times I’ll leave it on for about 20-30 minutes, go on about my business, and then rinse it out. I also use a conditioning cap to DC with it for about 15-20 minutes once in a while.

Aubrey Organics Honeysuckle Rose Moisturizing Conditioner can be purchased at www.aubrey-organics.com
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I’m not completely anti-heat, I just try to use minimal heat. I haven’t used heat since I had my hair straightened. Here’s a link to the ceramic brush and blowdryer used.

These products combined worked WONDERS. My hair felt relaxed and had tons of body. I may add this to my monthly regimen to help me stretch, but the jury is still out on that one.

What: Redefining Your Treasure

When: December 5, 2009 3:00 PM

Price: $6.00 per person

Where: (A location has not been chosen yet.)

Zora, a fellow member and stylist in the area, will lead us in discussion regarding attitudes toward hair texture. She will also conduct an in-depth discussion about products and why certain products don’t work well with our hair. She will also provide examples of hairstyles as we redefine our hair texture in a positive way.

www.lacocoazora.com

Learn more here:
http://naturalhair.meetup.com/32/calendar/11529792/

Aveda Be Curly Daily conditioning enhances curl, combats frizz and boosts shine on curly or wavy hair. * part of our 4-step curl perfecting system that dramatically reduces frizz and defines curl up to 57%** * wheat protein and organic aloe blend expands when hair is wet and retracts when dry to enhance curl or wave * a refreshing citrus aroma with certified organic lime, lemon, bergamot, orange and other pure plant and flower essences

Survey Says (Courtesy of Discoveringhair reader - Nicole M.):

1. What did you like most about the product? I have been searching for something for curly hair for the longest and a lot of it would either leave my hair sticky, hard, or dry. Aveda is a light weight lotion with a great smell, that doesn’t make your hair feel dirty after using it and keeps ur curls shiny and in tact.
2. What did you like least about the product? The price of the product.
3. What end result were you seeking when you used this product? I was trying to make my curls not turn to wavy strands by the end of the day lol.
4. Did you achieve that goal? Yes
5. Did you feel that the cost of the product matched the results? Although I hate the price, I def. say so.
6. Would you use this product again? Yep, its a staple.
7. Will you add it to your normal hair cocktail? Yep.
8. How did you use the product? Just make sure my hair is damp then comb it into my strands. then scrunch the ends.

Aveda Be Curly can be purchased at Aveda.com

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I’m still waiting to find out the “catch” behind this. I believe in true love and I don’t think that love has a timeline, but it’s hard to take seriously watching current seasons of Khloe slobbing down Terrance J and her feelings about Omarion. I know this season was filmed months ago, it’s just REALLY hard to take seriously. Only time will tell and we’ll be watching. I’m sure E! won’t less us miss a thing.

What are your thoughts?

Q: Clairessa - I am currently trying to stretch my relaxers as well. The problem is I don’t really do my own hair so I have to still go to the salon every two weeks. My goal is 10 weeks my last relaxer was August 13. I am trying to learn to take better care of my hair, I also no longer use heat on it, until I go to the salon.

A: Hi Clairessa, I think that’s a problem that most women have, so you certainly aren’t alone. If you’re stretching your relaxer, going to the salon is definitely not a bad thing and quite frankly if you don’t feel comfortable doing your own hair you may want to stay with the salon visits, because stretching your relaxer can be very tricky. I’m trying the recession approach to stretching my relaxers, so I’m going to the salon only for my relaxer (I’m trying to stretch 12 weeks) and for a trim (as needed).  The key thing you will want to do is ensure that you talk to your stylist about your hair goal, hair type, what they are using on your hair, and how to maintain your hair on your in-between weeks.

I wanted to share with you a few things I’m doing to help my stretch. Oct. 4th will be 12 weeks and I’m VERY proud of myself. I feel like I could go another 4 weeks potentially, but I’m going to take some pictures and I’d prefer to have that professional touch on my hair.

#1 -No Heat: You are doing the right thing by reducing the heat. I’ve gotten my heat usage down to one day per week for the flat iron (if needed) and one day under the hair dryer weekly, but that’s it!

#2 - Protective Styling:  A lot of women think that wrapping your hair is the only way you can “protect” your hair and to that I say..FALSE! I have mastered doing a rollerset on Sunday and wearing my hair curly, once my curls start to fall I pin curl them for a looser curled style, then I normally rock a headband or side braid, finally I resort to wrapping my hair and wearing my hair straight. That regimen can last for 7 - 9 days at some time and the key is.. NO heat! My saving grace is a roller set. It CERTAINLY takes practice to perfect it, but it’s as simple as washing your hair, parting it, applying the rollers, and letting the magic happen!

#3 - Moisture: Make sure that you ask your stylist what she recommends for your hair type, but you’ll want to make sure you are using a daily moisturizer on your hair. It’s important to keep hair moisturized during a stretch to reduce breakage.

#4 - Have Fun: I think it’s vital that you play with your hair and get to know your hair. If you know you have a hair appointment coming up and your stylist will be able to fix anything you mess up.. have fun with it! Try to style it and get to know your hair, you’ll find that with practice you can handle it yourself better than you think! I’m not advising anything drastic like cutting or coloring, just that you get to know your hair, how it handles products, and getting to know what works for you

#5 - Be Resourceful: This is my 1st stretch and I wouldn’t have made it without friends and the internet. There are plenty people experiencing the same challenges you are and you’re not the first one, so get to Googling! I will continue to post my tips and we’ll go through this together.

Keep the questions coming!

Thus far, I’m reading rave reviews about the products.

Pros:

• leaves hair very soft
• leaves hair feeling very hydrated and moisturized
• products aren’t greasy or heavy
• 98% wildcrafted brand, which means, they use almost all natural products

Cons:

• Has a scent - “not unpleasant just potent”
• Price is a bit steep

I found a great review and breakdown of ingredients on Amazon.com. Here’s a video review as well:

Most of these reviews are from natural hair people, I’m going to get some and try on my relaxed hair, because I’m really intrigued by the hydration. Of course, I’ll let you know how it goes!

For my recessionistas, the products are available on eBay, Amazon, and I’ve heard that samples are available at Sephora.com.

I’m going to see if Dr. Miracle’s is up to the challenge!

I need to think a bit about my regimen and I’ll post it later this week, but I’ll be using these products.

I’d like for some of my great readers to join me in the challenge. If you have a “bad” or “damaged” spot, hit me up INSTANTLY and I will send you a bottle of the

Benefits My Dr. Miracle’s Intensive Spot Serum Hair & Scalp Treatment is my prescription for your scalp areas that need extra help and for your hair areas where split ends, slow growth and breakage are a real problem.* Spot Serum should be used directly on your scalp where you have the most slow growth problems. * “Feel It” Formula’s tingling sensation stimulates blood flow to the scalp and continues to work even after you stop feeling it. * Spot Serum conditions, strengthens, moisturizes and ends breakage and split ends. My most intensive treatment ever. Smile… It’s working!

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I also have a gift set that contains:

Send me your story and why you think you deserve a free gift - pictures are welcome.

Khloe recently underwent a drastic weight loss.. kudos to her! and she’s been seen on the scene rocking several different hair styles.

Of the looks, I like Khloe as a brunette and I prefer her with the full hair with lots of volume. Pic 1 is nice and really frames her face and brings out her dark, beautiful eyes. I’m actually in LOVE with the 3rd picture and wish she’d go for something more risky like this on an everyday basis. I really this look isn’t an everyday style, but I’d like to see her with something less status quo. Pic 2 is WAY too dark and she practically blends into the background and Pic 4, let’s face it..it’s just too much like Kim and Kourtney for me.

How does Khloe keep her locks so luscious? “I love Kerastase and all of their products. Once a week I use a deep conditioner on my hair by Kerastase because I get my hair done so much. I have naturally curly hair and I always blow it out.” (http://beautyinterviews.com)

Curl Gel-les’c (pronounced Curl Jealousy) It isn’t a gel, and not quite a serum it’s Curl Gel-les’c (pronounced Curl Jealousy). This botanically based, organic curl styler imparts brilliant sheen, banishes frizz, and holds those twirls in place! Great for humid climates. Transform dry frizzy locks into the enviable curls that every woman dreams of, with Curl Gel-les’c. Go ahead, your curls deserve it!Ingredients:Purified Water, Polyquaternium-11, Sorbitol, Certified Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Polyquaternium-37, Vegetable Glycerin, Certified Organic Coconut Milk ( Cocos Nucifera Fruit Juice), Certified Organic Linden Seed Oil ( Tilia Cordata Flower Extract), Certified Organic Flaxseed Oil ( Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil, Certified Organic Chamoile Extract (Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract) Certified Organic Rosemary Extract (Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract), Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol.

Survey Says (Courtesy of Discoveringhair reader - Sabrina D.):

1. What did you like most about the product? Superior curl definition. I had defined ringlets all over even in the top of my head which tends to be frizzier and lacks curl definition.
2. What did you like least about the product? The first time I used it I think I used too much because when it dried my hair was crunchy. The second time I tried it I used less product and loved the results.
3. What end result were you seeking when you used this product? I was looking for a product that would enhance curl definition and provide a soft hold because my hair tends to be frizzy when it dries especially in the top.
4. Did you achieve that goal? Yes
5. Did you feel that the cost of the product matched the results? I’m newly natural and haven’t purchased many styling products yet, but I do think it is priced reasonably. I think it’s worth it because a little product goes a long way and more importantly it actually delivers the promised result on the bottle.
6. Would you use this product again?Yes I would definitely use it again
7. Will you add it to your normal hair cocktail? I haven’t decided to add it my normal routine yet but I’m seriously considering it.
8. How did you use the product? There was a demo video on their website. I sectioned my hair into appox 7 sections and finger combed product through hair from root to ends and let it air dry. The only thing I did different from the video was I used a dime sized amount of product per section because when I used the quarter sized amount my hair was hard and crunchy.

Curl Gel-les’c can be purchased at www.curls.biz

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