Has a favorite ever stopped working for you?

[Supergirl]

I've heard that hair can "get used to" a product, but I always brushed off info like that, because I figured hair doesn't have a mind of it's own, nor is it alive so it doesn't have sense enough to get used to something.

Well, it seems that the wonderful Kenra Moisturizing Conditioner no longer performs on my hair the way it has in the past--even after clarifying. It's kind of sad. I NEED a moisturizing, detangling, conditioner that I can buy in a large quanity for not-too-much money because I use alot of conditioner to condition the entire length of the hair. I really like the Kenra IE treatment, but 6 oz. for $15 is not wise seeing as it will probably last me 2-3 uses.

So, my first question is can a product really stop working for you.

And secondly, I'm taking recommendations for moisturizing, detangling conditioners that aren't too pricy per ounce.

Thanks in advance.

 

[Stormy]

Yes, Elucence stopped working for me as well at one time. And... I think I got the same reaction with Keracare. What I do now is switch my shampoos and conditioners every so often. I may use one for about 3 months, then switch up to something else I have. Redken All Soft is a good conditioner, but I haven't found it in large quantities. It's not too pricey though, and it's even sold at Target now.

 

[karezone]

my Profective megagrowth oil moisturizer, used to leave my hair soft and shiny. now it makes my hair hard and shiny like pink oil moisturizer.

I switched to Breakfree. Leaves hair soft but dull.

 

[miracle]

Unfortunately, I think my Lacio Lacio has stopped working for me. I used to get very soft, sleek results with it, but now it leaves my hair a lil' dry. I'd hate to completely get rid of it, so I may try mixing it with another leave-in and see what develops.

ETA: Biolage Ultra-Hydrating Conditioner is great for moisture & detangling.

 

[Divine Inspiration]

Some companies change the formula of their products w/o indicating that on the bottle...this has happened to me before with products that I adored and couldn't figure out why it stopped working or didn't smell the same. They changed the ingredients and didn't mention it. Just a thought...
As far as good moisturizing cons, you may try Nexxus Humectress. I'm not sure what your hair care budget is, but I've found that I havefew tangles if any after DCing with Humectress & it leaves my hair feeling like a slip and slide toy. HTH...

 

[simplycee]

There are many products that worked well for me then all of a sudden my hair rejected. Nexxus Humuctress startd off very well then in just quit on me, Elasta Oil Recovery did the same thing. ORS Mayo used to give me the protein and moisture I needed form a deep conditioner, now even with added olive oil and honey it leaves my hair as dry as the desert. Redken Smooth Down Butter Treat worked wonderfully for a while and then it up and quit on me too.

For a minute I thought I couldn't use any serums. I decided to give my NTM serum another try before throwing it away. I applied a quarter sized amount to soaking, dripping wet hair and finally got the results I'd hoped for.

I hope my trusty Kenra doesn't stop working. This is one of my staple products!

 

[lovechic]

My hair doesn't get "used" to any products. I continue to use the same products over again without any problems!

 

[Honi]

I thought I was the only one. Kenra MC stopped working for me too. That stuff used to make my hair feel like butter. I stayed away from it for awhile and tried it again...same thing. CON does not leave my hair detangled anymore either. It sucks because now your limited products that do work are now REALLY limited.

The only moist. conditioners that perform continuously are AO conditioners. Other than that it's Keracare.

 

[angellazette]

Elucence MB conditioner stopped working for me also as a deep conditioner! I have a big bottle so I may give it a try again sometime soon.

 

[MizAvalon]

I don't really have anything to add, just wanted to say "Hey Supergirl!"

 

[Allandra]

Hair can certainly 'get used to' hair care products. The same thing happen to my hair with Elucence shampoo and conditioner.

 

[LiLi]

Elucence MB conditioner stopped working for me also as a deep conditioner! I have a big bottle so I may give it a try again sometime soon.

Maybe you can use it as a leave-in conditioner. Many people on the board use EMBC as a leave-in.

 

[Supergirl]

I don't really have anything to add, just wanted to say "Hey Supergirl!"

Ha ha! Hey Miz A, hope you're great.

 

[cocopuff]

I used to use Keracare Humecto in the tub when I had a relaxer/transitioning, but now that my hair is 100% natural, it doesn't do anything at all.

 

[Ayeshia]

Cream of Nature...it worked better on my relaxed hair.

As for the other products I rotate so much that I can never tell

 

[Peachtree]

DDTA was a fav... seemed to not be as moisturizing over time. I'll go back to it one day, but for now, my new luv is Tressemme! (( gives me moisture, slip, & softness))

 

[aquarian1252004]

Yes Elasta QP Mango Butter the first time I used it, it was like butter baby. Now it just leaves a heavy coating that weighs my hair down .

 

[DahomeyAhosi]

I'm afraid this is what happened to me and AO GBP. However a conditioner I found which is just like Kenra MC except it's 1/5 of the price is Clairol Herbal Essences Rainforest Flowers for dry/damaged hair. Check it out....you won't regret it.

 

[LABETT]

Elucence conditioner and poo seem to have stopped working for me and my hair is loving Keracare Humecto conditioner in the tub and keracare hydrating poo.

 

[lovechic]

Hair can certainly 'get used to' hair care products. The same thing happen to my hair with Elucence shampoo and conditioner.

Awe what a Bummer! I know you found a replacement! So far I that hasn't happened to me. If my hair ever got used to my Salerm21 I think I wil go crazy!

 

[lovechic]

I'm afraid this is what happened to me and AO GBP. However a conditioner I found which is just like Kenra MC except it's 1/5 of the price is Clairol Herbal Essences Rainforest Flowers for dry/damaged hair. Check it out....you won't regret it.

Oh, Yes girl! Herbal Essences makes the best cheapie conditioners!

 

[Allandra]

Awe what a Bummer! I know you found a replacement! So far I that hasn't happened to me. If my hair ever got used to my Salerm21 I think I wil go crazy!

Oh yeah, that was a very long time ago, so I've found a replacement since.