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I really want to start steaming my hair while deep conditioning b/c my hair is always sooo thirsty LOL!!

Anyway, I would love to invest in a steamer, however I don't have the space or the money for one of those salon stand-up ones....I might be able to purchase the table top one if it is easy to break down and store

BUT I was wondering if you ladies think this is a good idea....

I was perusing through a sistah's album here, I forgot her name, but her hair is gorgeous and she always uses Caruso steam rollers and she also uses this thing called the Minute Curls Steam Cap to set her flexirods sometimes..I'm so sorry I forgot her name....

I also did some research and found another company selling a product that is mysteriously JUST like the Minute Curls Steam Cap..looks just like it and everything ...they call it the Microwavable Heat Cap...

Both products use steam and are marketed as a quick & easy way to set curls ....but I was wondering if we could just use these caps to steam/deep condition our hair instead of investing in those expesive steam machines

Here are the links to the 2 steam cap companies:

https://www.minutecurls.com/default.asp

http://www.microwavescorp.com/index.htm

It's cheaper and takes up NO space in your house...what do you ladies think?
 
NappyRina said:
I really want to start steaming my hair while deep conditioning b/c my hair is always sooo thirsty LOL!!

Anyway, I would love to invest in a steamer, however I don't have the space or the money for one of those salon stand-up ones....I might be able to purchase the table top one if it is easy to break down and store

BUT I was wondering if you ladies think this is a good idea....

I was perusing through a sistah's album here, I forgot her name, but her hair is gorgeous and she always uses Caruso steam rollers and she also uses this thing called the Minute Curls Steam Cap to set her flexirods sometimes..I'm so sorry I forgot her name....

I also did some research and found another company selling a product that is mysteriously JUST like the Minute Curls Steam Cap..looks just like it and everything ...they call it the Microwavable Heat Cap...

Both products use steam and are marketed as a quick & easy way to set curls ....but I was wondering if we could just use these caps to steam/deep condition our hair instead of investing in those expesive steam machines

Here are the links to the 2 steam cap companies:

https://www.minutecurls.com/default.asp

http://www.microwavescorp.com/index.htm

It's cheaper and takes up NO space in your house...what do you ladies think?
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This is what I think:

Check it out!
http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?t=215663
 
Do you remember if the user said it worked within minutes to set her curls? I think it would work as a steamer:yep:
 
MSHONEY said:
Do you remember if the user said it worked within minutes to set her curls? I think it would work as a steamer:yep:
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I think so too.

I saw the micro cap about 6 months ago - but I wasn't gonna pay 60 bucks.

30 is much better.
I wonder how long the heat lasts????????????????????????????
 
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MSHONEY said:
Do you remember if the user said it worked within minutes to set her curls? I think it would work as a steamer:yep:
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Yes it definitely set her curls in no time ...If I can remember it only took 2 minutes..I'm not sure...but she had her DRY hair set on rollers, put this cap on & voila, done....amazing!

MSHONEY said:
It probably only lasts a few minutes and may need to be nuked again to produce more steam.
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That's the only thing I'm thinking may be a drawback..I think I will e-mail the companies and ask them how LONG the cap stays hot b/c I would love to go this route for steaming...I'll e-mail them I'll let you ladies know what they say......

Also, they advertise it as a cap that will work on your hair if you put rollers on DRY hair and then apply the cap..I wonder how it works on WET hair (under a plastic cap of course) for deep conditioning treatments...I'll ask that question too & get back to you.....
 
So... where is the "steam" part of these "steam caps"? If the rollers go on dry hair, and you just mic the cap, where does the steam come from? Wouldn't it just be hot dry air on your hair?:perplexed

If you want to infuse your hair with moisture, doesn't there need to be a water step?

Lys
 
MissAlyssa said:
So... where is the "steam" part of these "steam caps"? If the rollers go on dry hair, and you just mic the cap, where does the steam come from? Wouldn't it just be hot dry air on your hair?:perplexed

If you want to infuse your hair with moisture, doesn't there need to be a water step?

Lys
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Good question...here is how the website for the Minute Curls Steam Cap answers it:
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What’s inside of the Minute Curls cap?

The Minute Curls cap is made of several layers of fabric. Each layer has a specific purpose...for example, the outer layer is air tight and is designed to prevent air flow thus trapping the warm steamy air inside. The inner two layers of fabric have an all natural dry filling quilted inside. This filling is what gets warm when the Minute Curls cap is heated in a microwave oven.

Where does the steam come from?

The all natural dry filling that is quilted between the inner two layers of fabric naturally absorbs moisture from the air. (This is very similar to the way that dry white rice is used to absorb excess moisture in salt shakers in many restaurants). When the Minute Curls cap is warmed in a microwave oven, a small amount of the trapped moisture is released, creating a warm, slightly steamy atmosphere inside of the cap

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It seems like the cap is trapping moisture from the air & not any additional water.....I don't understand it, but I am still interested in it.....


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Thanks. It doesn't seem like it would produce much moisture. I mean, water cant set hair on curlers right? But I guess the real proof will come in the test...

Lys
 
Here is the Email I sent to the two steam cap companies...waiting for a response...

"Greetings!!

I am very impressed w/ the amazing technology used in your steam cap to set curls really fast, however I want to know if I can use the steam cap for additional purposes.

Is it safe to use the steam cap for regular deep conditioning treatments?

I was wondering if I could apply my conditioner, apply a plastic cap & then apply the steam cap for maximum conditioning benefits.

Also, how long does the cap remain hot/steamy upon removing it from the microwave?

Thanks in advance,
XXXXXX"
 
I got my steamer yesterday, but the directions were jacked up! They were too verbose and some was unnecessary. Good thing I am a visual person. It was made in China and the box it came in said salonstore.com on it. I still got it cheaper though than the price on the salonstore.com website. Off to use it and hopefully it won't blow up :perplexed or me either :blush:
 
tootrendy19 said:
I got my steamer yesterday, but the directions were jacked up! They were too verbose and some was unnecessary. Good thing I am a visual person. It was made in China and the box it came in said salonstore.com on it. I still got it cheaper though than the price on the salonstore.com website. Off to use it and hopefully it won't blow up :perplexed or me either :blush:
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:dance7:Yea Please keep us updated. How was your steamer packaged?
 
I rec'd a response to the company.

They stated that The cap only stays hot for about 5 minutes.

They were unsure of how long it Could stay hot....
 
Samantha, that heat cap sounds like a winner! That's just what I need for the summer. I can wrap my hair at night, then get up and set it and have it done in 2 minutes. I am going to buy it and see how it works.
 
What I'm Hoping is that IF we go for the Pibbs (quality) we can get an unspeakable deal. I really don't want to spend/ invest more that I did for my Pibbs dryer. Now with all the women who took advantage of that deal, I know that a group price of around the same amount is possible wouldn't you agree? BTW roughly how many people purchased Pibbs dryers?
 
I just received mine this afternoon, hubby put it together and I've already used it. My hair is so soft and tangle free; I plan on usiing it 2 xs per week. For me, it was worth the price!!:yay::yay::yay:.

 
Alright - it's official!

I am in love. My steamer is aaaaawesome! For those who are using Ovation I finally got the itchies!! :blush: I had been wanting to experience this because it seemed like everyone else was and not me :sad: I guess my pores (?) needed to be opened in order to feel it. I used the same amount too.

Oh steamer, where have you been? Don't you worry...no one will ever separate us.:hug2:

Me and you us never part, maki da da
 
Coffee said:
I just received mine this afternoon, hubby put it together and I've already used it. My hair is so soft and tangle free; I plan on usiing it 2 xs per week. For me, it was worth the price!!:yay::yay::yay:.

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tootrendy19 said:
Alright - it's official!

I am in love. My steamer is aaaaawesome! For those who are using Ovation I finally got the itchies!! :blush: I had been wanting to experience this because it seemed like everyone else was and not me :sad: I guess my pores (?) needed to be opened in order to feel it. I used the same amount too.

Oh steamer, where have you been? Don't you worry...no one will ever separate us.:hug2:

Me and you us never part, maki da da
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what kind did ya'll get, from where how much how long shipping take? :lol:

how did you use it? with or without plastic cap
 
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Coffee said:
I just received mine this afternoon, hubby put it together and I've already used it. My hair is so soft and tangle free; I plan on usiing it 2 xs per week. For me, it was worth the price!!:yay::yay::yay:.

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I'm so jealous. I've been sitting on my credit card for weeks now, trying to figure out if/from whom I should buy. :perplexed
 
SkinteeDee said:
what kind did ya'll get, from where how much how long shipping take? :lol:

how did you use it? with or without plastic cap
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All I know is that the vendor is salonstore.com, but there is no brand name on it :look:

I didn't use it with a plastic cap. I wrapped a towel around my neck just in case there was excessive dripping, but the products I used in my hair didn't drip. I may try one next time for maximum absorption though.
 
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tootrendy19 said:
Alright - it's official!

I am in love. My steamer is aaaaawesome! For those who are using Ovation I finally got the itchies!! :blush: I had been wanting to experience this because it seemed like everyone else was and not me :sad: I guess my pores (?) needed to be opened in order to feel it. I used the same amount too.

Oh steamer, where have you been? Don't you worry...no one will ever separate us.:hug2:

Me and you us never part, maki da da
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I'm jealous of you too. :wallbash:
 
Cleve_gryl said:
:yep: This is exactly what me and mshoney are going to try!! Use a deep conditioner...and be careful not to burn yourself!! Post your results!!
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Hey hon. I bought a Shark Garment Steamer from Target for $59.99 and steamed my hair and I LOVE IT!!!! I did it yesterday and I'm trying to resist the urge to do it again today:grin:.
 
That's it...I can't take it anymore!!!! :spinning:

After reading about the great results you guys are having with the steamers, I want one.
I really hope to hear more about the Pibbs deal soon.
 
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