Can We Talk about High-End Hair Care Products in 2025?

[keranikki]

I bit the bullet and purchased the following:

Alterna Caviar CC Cream
Alterna Shampoo/Conditioner (Trial size)
AG Ultra Moisture Shampoo/Conditioner

I was specifically looking for a more hydrating shampoo. I want to see if the shampoo/conditioner combos will provide lasting moisture along with my leave-in products.

 

[Yvette 2.0]

I bit the bullet and purchased the following:

Alterna Caviar CC Cream
Alterna Shampoo/Conditioner (Trial size)
AG Ultra Moisture Shampoo/Conditioner

I was specifically looking for a more hydrating shampoo. I want to see if the shampoo/conditioner combos will provide lasting moisture along with my leave-in products.

Nice purchases, @keranikki! I hope they're moisturizing! I'll be excited to hear your reviews.

 

[keranikki]

Unfortunately, I’m going to have to return the products I purchased, for they either contain coconut oil or its derivatives. My hair hates coconut oil and I just learned that coconut oil derivatives act in the same manner as the oil.

To test this theory, I researched coconut oil/derivative free shampoos and came upon the brand Verb. I headed to TJ Maxx and picked up Verb Glossy Shampoo and Conditioner. I used both of these products yesterday and I’m thoroughly impressed. I can’t stop touching my hair.

I found the shampoo this past Tuesday and used it that evening. My hair felt so soft and my ends didn’t feel dry after rinsing. Once I used my cholesterol conditioner, my hair felt like butter. I was so gagged that I went back and purchased the conditioner the next day. Using both products really has my hair feeling hydrated. There was no need for me to use a DC.

I would like to thank @Yvette 2.0 for starting this thread and @Lylddlebit for posting her product recommendations. I was able to find the culprit to my retention stagnation and a solution.

 

[Yvette 2.0]

Unfortunately, I’m going to have to return the products I purchased, for they either contain coconut oil or its derivatives. My hair hates coconut oil and I just learned that coconut oil derivatives act in the same manner as the oil.

To test this theory, I researched coconut oil/derivative free shampoos and came upon the brand Verb. I headed to TJ Maxx and picked up Verb Glossy Shampoo and Conditioner. I used both of these products yesterday and I’m thoroughly impressed. I can’t stop touching my hair.

I found the shampoo this past Tuesday and used it that evening. My hair felt so soft and my ends didn’t feel dry after rinsing. Once I used my cholesterol conditioner, my hair felt like butter. I was so gagged that I went back and purchased the conditioner the next day. Using both products really has my hair feeling hydrated. There was no need for me to use a DC.

I would like to thank @Yvette 2.0 for starting this thread and @Lylddlebit for posting her product recommendations. I was able to find the culprit to my retention stagnation and a solution.

Wowwwwwww!

That is awesome! I'm so exited with you!