Ovation Cell Therapy/Mega-Tek Challenge

[Lucie]

What is Ovation Cell Therapy? Someone please PM me. Thanks!

 

[Keen]

What is Ovation Cell Therapy? Someone please PM me. Thanks!

Read about it

http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?t=178665

 

[JustKiya]

LondonDiva found a source for the Rejuvenator, which was the 'original' that came out, and was discontinued and replaced by Ovation.

There's another thread about it, but I wanted to post the comparison of the ingredients list here, as well, for us ladies to gnaw on it, a bit.

Ovation:

Deionized Water, Stearalkonium Chloride, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, PEG-40 Castor Oil, Cetrimonium Chloride, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, DM DM Hydantoin, Methlparaben, Propylparaben, Tetrasodium EDTA, Frangrance

Rejuvenator:

Deionized Water, Stearalkonium Chloride, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, PEG-40 Castor Oil, Cetrimonium Chloride, Hydrolized Keratin, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, DM DM Hydantoin, Methlparaben, Propylparaben, Tetrasodium EDTA, Frangrance.

Mega-Tek Rebuilder:

Deionized water, hydrolyzed keratin protein (HU), stearalkonium chloride, glyceryl stearate, peg 100 stearate (DI), marine protein (DI), peg 40 (no castor oil), panthenol, dimethicone copolyol (the one cone), magnesium citrate (DI), allantoin (DI), amino acids (DI), methylparaben, mucopolysaccharides (DI), polyparaben, imidazolidinyl urea (DI), fragrance

DI = Different ingredient
HU = Higher up on the list
The Ovation and the Rejuvenator are identical, as far as the ingredients and the order they are in.

The Rebuilder, though, has MORE hydrolyzed keratin protein, and it has marine protein and amino acids, which neither of the others have, along with a few other 'different' ingredients.

I think - if your hair can handle/enjoys the extra protien, that the Rebuilder is the best value for the money.

The rebuilder is missing DM DM Hydantoin, Cetrimonium Chloride, Tocopheryl Acetate, the castor oil in the peg 40, and Tetrasodium EDTA.

I can for SURE mix some Castor Oil and Vitamin E Oil (Tocopheryl Acetate) into the Rebuilder.

The DM DM Hydantoin is a preservative, that the imidazolidinyl urea replaces. The Cetrimonium Chloride is an anti-static agent (most likely leaves your hair feeling softer and smoother) but it doesn't really seem to be involved in accelerating growth. The Tetrasodium EDTA is a chelating agent - so that's more about the hair 'feel' than about any additional growth.

It makes sense that they would take out the 'make my hair feel good' stuff from the 'animal' version - they tend to not have paw in hair disease, ya know?

 

[LondonDiva]

Can I just add, the thickness from the rebuilder is bloody thick!

 

[JustKiya]

LondonDiva found a source for the Rejuvenator, which was the 'original' that came out, and was discontinued and replaced by Ovation.

There's another thread about it, but I wanted to post the comparison of the ingredients list here, as well, for us ladies to gnaw on it, a bit.



I think - if your hair can handle/enjoys the extra protien, that the Rebuilder is the best value for the money.

The rebuilder is missing DM DM Hydantoin, Cetrimonium Chloride, Tocopheryl Acetate, the castor oil in the peg 40, and Tetrasodium EDTA.

I can for SURE mix some Castor Oil and Vitamin E Oil (Tocopheryl Acetate) into the Rebuilder.

The DM DM Hydantoin is a preservative, that the imidazolidinyl urea replaces. The Cetrimonium Chloride is an anti-static agent (most likely leaves your hair feeling softer and smoother) but it doesn't really seem to be involved in accelerating growth. The Tetrasodium EDTA is a chelating agent - so that's more about the hair 'feel' than about any additional growth.

It makes sense that they would take out the 'make my hair feel good' stuff from the 'animal' version - they tend to not have paw in hair disease, ya know?

Yes, I'm quoting myself.

I knew I wanted to get into the nittygritty of the differences between the products, so I wrote out this LONG behind blogpost - to sum it up, the Rebuilder seems to be the best thing for the hair. With a few tweaks - the castor oil, the vitamin E oil, and regular chelating, however you do it, I think the Rebuilder is actually the better product.

 

[Jetblackhair]

You did a great job breaking this all down Kiya and all of the technical aspects...BIG THANKS!

 

[JustKiya]

You did a great job breaking this all down Kiya and all of the technical aspects...BIG THANKS!

Hehe - I have fun doing that sort of thing - you're more than welcome, though!

 

[Jetblackhair]

^^^Shoot, now I may have to get the Rebuilder too. Your findings are so convincing .

 

[mnemosyne]

How much castor oil are you putting into the rebuilder? I already hand mix it into my moisturizer but that's not going on my scalp.

 

[JustKiya]

How much castor oil are you putting into the rebuilder? I already hand mix it into my moisturizer but that's not going on my scalp.

I didn't plan on adding very much - but I'm mixing it up in a little 2oz container. I actually need to go by the drugstore and get some. In my mind, I'm thinking I would add - MAYBE a half-teaspoon of castor oil to my tub - not a lot, at all.

 

[thegirltolove]

LondonDiva found a source for the Rejuvenator, which was the 'original' that came out, and was discontinued and replaced by Ovation.

There's another thread about it, but I wanted to post the comparison of the ingredients list here, as well, for us ladies to gnaw on it, a bit.



I think - if your hair can handle/enjoys the extra protien, that the Rebuilder is the best value for the money.

The rebuilder is missing DM DM Hydantoin, Cetrimonium Chloride, Tocopheryl Acetate, the castor oil in the peg 40, and Tetrasodium EDTA.

I can for SURE mix some Castor Oil and Vitamin E Oil (Tocopheryl Acetate) into the Rebuilder.

The DM DM Hydantoin is a preservative, that the imidazolidinyl urea replaces. The Cetrimonium Chloride is an anti-static agent (most likely leaves your hair feeling softer and smoother) but it doesn't really seem to be involved in accelerating growth. The Tetrasodium EDTA is a chelating agent - so that's more about the hair 'feel' than about any additional growth.

It makes sense that they would take out the 'make my hair feel good' stuff from the 'animal' version - they tend to not have paw in hair disease, ya know?

So do we know what ingredient(s) is exactly causing the increase in the growth rate? Also, what about the Cetearly Alcohol? What is replacing that ingredient?

 

[JustKiya]

So do we know what ingredient(s) is exactly causing the increase in the growth rate? Also, what about the Cetearly Alcohol? What is replacing that ingredient?

Hah! I missed that one - Cetearyl Alcohol is an fatty alcohol used as an emollient, emulsifier, thickener, and carrying agent for other ingredients. Can be derived naturally, as in coconut fatty alcohol, or synthetically.

So, it just changes the 'feel' of the mixture - doesn't really DO much.

And no, I have no clue what exactly is helping the growth rate....... but I figure it's got to be some of the ingredients that all three products share.

BUT!

I got a response email from dude who is selling the Rejuvenator asking him about the ingredients - and check this. The ingredients in the Rejuvenator that HE is selling are IDENTICAL to the ingredients in the Rebuilder. Which you can get 16 oz of for 20 bucks..................

Hi Kiya,

Mega-Tek Rejuvenator contains: Deionized water, hydrolyzed keratin protein, stearalkonium chloride, glyceryl stearate,
peg100 stearate, marine protein, peg 40, panthenal, demethicone copolyol, magnesium citrate, allantoin, amino acids,
methlparaben, mucopolysaccharides, propylparaben, imidazolidinyl urea, frangrance.

Mega-Tek Rejuvenator binds proteins to the hair to help rebuild damaged hair. We sell quite a bit of the product and I
personally use it every other day after shampooing. We also include a instruction/directions sheet along with a 1 ounce
applicator bottle. Mega-Tek is very concentrated, and we recommend putting ½ teaspoon in the applicator bottle and mix
with water as this will help you to disperse it all over your hairs.

Hope this helps....and have a wonderful day,

Greg
Green Earth Enterprises, LLC
www.guaranteed-hair-growth.com

He DID give me the great idea to put a lil Rebuilder into my daily mist, though - I'll start doing that this week, as well.

 

[mnemosyne]

So I forgot to post my starting point pictures. I guess this was on the 17th:

 

[Jetblackhair]

Hah! I missed that one - Cetearyl Alcohol is an fatty alcohol used as an emollient, emulsifier, thickener, and carrying agent for other ingredients. Can be derived naturally, as in coconut fatty alcohol, or synthetically.

So, it just changes the 'feel' of the mixture - doesn't really DO much.

And no, I have no clue what exactly is helping the growth rate....... but I figure it's got to be some of the ingredients that all three products share.

BUT!

I got a response email from dude who is selling the Rejuvenator asking him about the ingredients - and check this. The ingredients in the Rejuvenator that HE is selling are IDENTICAL to the ingredients in the Rebuilder. Which you can get 16 oz of for 20 bucks..................




He DID give me the great idea to put a lil Rebuilder into my daily mist, though - I'll start doing that this week, as well.

Hmmm, interesting. Great detective work Kiya...glad you are on the job.

 

[pinkchocolatedaisy]

Yes, very good info... and now I'm wondering if I made a mistake getting OCT. erplexed I guess time will tell. I first used it just two days ago, on Thursday. I must say I love the smell.... and my hair does feel softer after the cell therapy dried.

 

[Mleah]

I admit that I'm a PJ supreme!! I'm thinking I should have gotten the Mega Tek instead!! Some very innovative marketing team decided to play upon our inner dialogs of conflict about humans using pet products....brilliant! Needless to say, after reviewing the contents of each product, I just purchased the MT. I'll use this after I exhaust the OCT. I'll be researching just what is in both that accelerates hair growth.:scratchch
On a positive note: My hair is thicker and stronger. I think it's growing faster. I do get the occasional creep fest on my scalp. The hair is a little drier than usual. I purchased honeyquat and SAA which is going in my stash of moisturizing conditioners. I rotate Elucence, Mizani, Kenra, terax Crema or combine. I've got to get pics up soon.

[FONT=&quot]HAPPY EASTER! HE IS RISEN!![/FONT]

 

[Rain20]

I have used the Eqyss products including the Avocado mist, rehydrant spray, and the Mega-Tek rebuilder. Unfortunately the rehydrant spray was the only product the was beneficial for my hair. I have mixed the Mega-tek with MN and WEN fig oil and been applying to my scalp after reading this thread. I am trying to use up products I already have. I have only been doing this for about 3 wks. No amazing growth as yet.

The ingredients in Mega-Tek and OCT are similar to some less expensive reconstructors. Is it possible to substitute something like K-pac deep reconstructor and spike with a few ingredients from Lotionscrafters(sp) like SAA and/or marine collagen? What do you think?
Rain20

 

[lotusspecter]

I have used the Eqyss products including the Avocado mist, rehydrant spray, and the Mega-Tek rebuilder. Unfortunately the rehydrant spray was the only product the was beneficial for my hair. I have mixed the Mega-tek with MN and WEN fig oil and been applying to my scalp after reading this thread. I am trying to use up products I already have. I have only been doing this for about 3 wks. No amazing growth as yet.

The ingredients in Mega-Tek and OCT are similar to some less expensive reconstructors. Is it possible to substitute something like K-pac deep reconstructor and spike with a few ingredients from Lotionscrafters(sp) like SAA and/or marine collagen? What do you think?
Rain20

That is exactly what I've been wondering since I read about Mega-Tek and OCT. I was thinking about using similar proteins when I was browsing GoW. You have to wonder. Then again, $19 for the Mega-Tek is not unreasonable so who knows if it's worth it to experiment.

 

[Shaley]

Any growth updates from those who are using the OCT?

 

[JLove74]

Any growth updates from those who are using the OCT?

** waving ** I am....... but, I don't know if the growth is from the Alta Silica or OCTerplexed Either way, the progress is great and my hair feels really nice.

 

[RZILYNT]

I just received an email from Carlee, VP of Sales.

She/he said that if Mega-Tek is working for you then there is no reason to change.

RZ~
Quote:
I can tell you that Ovation was formulated specifically for humans based on the feedback we received from Mega-tek users.

 

[Shimmie]

My Update:

This is week 4 of using the OCT and I'm not disappointed at all.

I really love using this product in comparison to Nexxus, Creme of Nature, Pantene, Mane & Tail, Aveda (which is also expensive), and other over the counter products I've used.

I have always had 'baby fine' hair, but it's getting thicker with the use of the OCT. And it's not the 'coated' thickness that comes with other products. It's my hair actually getting thicker.

Three weeks ago, I cut about an inch of my hair (it was time for a routine trim), and it's back. What I cut is back and it looks and feels much healthier...and darker. I still don't know why my hair darkened, erplexed but it's nice...I like it darker. It looks and feels very soft and heathy, so I'm not worried about the darker hair color, just currious.

I still use Castor and/or Olive Oil to seal my ends. I use Coconut Oil as well. But it seems like I don't need a much as before.

I'll be posting new pictures mid-April before my birthday.

 

[JustKiya]

Shimmie!! I'm so glad it's working for you!

I'm on the fence, really. I THINK it's working, but I'm trying to control my hype. Let's just say, I'm Mega'ssaging my hair every chance I can get - did it twice over the weekend.

I was looking at my roots, and I noticed a BIG ole section of them are brown, with little to no henna red on them, but considering it's at LEAST 1/2 inch of hair, I'm telling myself that's just because I've cut down on my henna frequency, and that is NOT freshly grown har.

I'm taking progress pictures for bootcamp this weekend (hopefully), and I'll be sure to report!

I DO think that it's making my roots thicker though - no doubt on that one.

 

[Lucky's Mom]

Good LAWD this stuff is pricey:burning::burning:...... My hubby would hit the Ceiling if I bought this stuff..And whup my booty......


I would love to see some SERIOUS PICS from the ladies that are using this....

 

[JLove74]

Here are progress pics. I'm using OCT and I also take Alta Silica and PhytoSpecific Cap'Energy pills. I was very skeptical at first, but I'm a believer. My hair feels really good, I love the smell and I think it's a keeper

last cut (mini-BC) February 4th

Now: March 23rd

 

[Shimmie]

Yes, I'm quoting myself.

I knew I wanted to get into the nittygritty of the differences between the products, so I wrote out this LONG behind blogpost - to sum it up, the Rebuilder seems to be the best thing for the hair. With a few tweaks - the castor oil, the vitamin E oil, and regular chelating, however you do it, I think the Rebuilder is actually the better product.

OMG...Kiya, I'm so impressed with this information, most of all the work you put into it.

Hey, can't nobody get past you... You have these products down to the letter...

Excellent job, most of all a lot of hard work and I thank you for this.

 

[It~Can~Grow]

Mrs. SJones67 - You can actually purchase the MegaTek Rebuilder (see JusyKiya's post breaking down the differences between OCT & MT)

Good LAWD this stuff is pricey:burning::burning:...... My hubby would hit the Ceiling if I bought this stuff..And whup my booty......


I would love to see some SERIOUS PICS from the ladies that are using this....

 

[Shimmie]

Here are progress pics. I'm using OCT and I also take Alta Silica and PhytoSpecific Cap'Energy pills. I was very skeptical at first, but I'm a believer. My hair feels really good, I love the smell and I think it's a keeper

last cut (mini-BC) February 4th

Now: March 23rd

:wow: Now that's a HUGE growth difference in just 6 weeks. :wow: Your pictures are awesome!

Question: Jlove, what are PhytoSpecific Energy pills? Thanks angel.

I just started taking the Nutrilite Complex for Hair, Skin and Nails about week ago (March 19).

http://www.quixtar.com/products/product.aspx?itemno=A7553&ctg=855

I'm adding the Alta Silica as soon as I order it sometime this week.

 

[JustKiya]

Here are progress pics. I'm using OCT and I also take Alta Silica and PhytoSpecific Cap'Energy pills. I was very skeptical at first, but I'm a believer. My hair feels really good, I love the smell and I think it's a keeper

last cut (mini-BC) February 4th

Now: March 23rd

Go HEAD, MsJlove!!!! Ooooh, I'm so excited to take pictures this weekend!

Shimmie - girl, and it was FUN. Seee, that's when you KNOW you are hair obsessed....

And where are Sareca's photos?? They were in the original Ovation thread, weren't they?

 

[JLove74]

:wow: Now that's a HUGE growth difference in just 6 weeks. :wow: Your pictures are awesome!

Question: Jlove, what are PhytoSpecific Energy pills? Thanks angel.

I just started taking the Nutrilite Complex for Hair, Skin and Nails about week ago (March 19).

http://www.quixtar.com/products/product.aspx?itemno=A7553&ctg=855

I'm adding the Alta Silica as soon as I order it sometime this week.

You going :wow: so am I. I still can't believe it. Yes, I'm taking these Phystospecific Pills: http://www.urbanbella.net/shop/cap_energy.html I've heard good things about Nutriline pills too.

You've got some great progress too Missy . I can't wait to see EVERYBODY'S progress.