MonaLisa
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...I just bought a gallon of this during a crazed moment late at night...
*watching*
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January 2008 Hit or Misses
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...I just bought a gallon of this during a crazed moment late at night...
*watching*
MonaLisa
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Hit:
Qhemet Burdock Root Butter cream: co-signing, I am extremely impressed with Qhemet moisturizers. After revisiting the Amla & Heavy cream, falling in love w/the Olive Cream Conditioner & Detangler, I have gotten around to trying my Burdock Root Butter Cream and love it as well. This stuff is really nice and creamy, perfect on ends for straight styles and it doesn't weigh hair down either. Qhem is the gold standard for moisturizing leave-in creams.
revisited hit:
Dabur Vatika oil as a pre-poo: I didn't care for this as a sealant but I like it for pre-poo conditioning.
Dammit!
and co-signing on the Vatika as a pre-poo...
gymfreak336
New Member
MonaLisa
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Mona!
And you want to talk about me
Color this chick brown...and this would be me
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gymfreak336
New Member
Color this chick brown...and this would be me
Aww Mona, it will be okay..... Win or lose, we will live to shop another day
MonaLisa
Well-Known Member
It's all good...that gallon will last me a good while...I'm sure it'll be good
-- just need to restock on my Pantene and WRTC.I'm good for AVEDA for at least six months...
Once I stock up on some other items...it's on and popping for bootcamp this year...it's not a game...
Namilani
New Member
Hit: I was debating whether or not to label this one a hit or neutral, but I ultimately like Nexxus Humectress. I used Nexxus Botanoil mixed with Salerm Balancing shampoo to clarify, Nexxus Keraphix, and then Humectress. I got a little slip, lost very little hair, and got shiny, full hair as a result. My hair seems pretty moisturized, too. I still ended up mixing the Humectress with Aubrey's Honeysuckle and Rose. If I don't find another Mizani Hydra/Kerafuse replacement, I can ultimately live with the Nexxus combo. I can't wait to report back on Kerasilk, Joico, Elucence, KeraCare Intensive Conditioner, and maybe Affirm Sustenance or Positive Link. Shoot, I'm worrying about pjism-- after these, there's nothing left to try, lol!!!
HITS
Sebastian Lamates Moisturizing Shine Shampoo
Sebastian Colorshine Coffee Bean Rinse
Loreal Preference Natural Black Permanent Hair Color
Leche de Cabra Goat Milk Polish
Praital Aloe Vera Rinse
Hair Rep
On the Fence
Chi Silk Infusion-Flat Iron did not slide down my hair like Redken Heat Glide
does with my hair.I was dying to try this product.
I received better results with a Jar of Hair Rep - went old school
plus only a $2.39 price tag
Misses
Q&S Silicon,Ceramide and Rice Rinse
Sebastian Lamates Moisturizing Shine Shampoo
Sebastian Colorshine Coffee Bean Rinse
Loreal Preference Natural Black Permanent Hair Color
Leche de Cabra Goat Milk Polish
Praital Aloe Vera Rinse
Hair Rep
On the Fence
Chi Silk Infusion-Flat Iron did not slide down my hair like Redken Heat Glide
does with my hair.I was dying to try this product.
I received better results with a Jar of Hair Rep - went old school
plus only a $2.39 price tag
Misses
Q&S Silicon,Ceramide and Rice Rinse
january noir
Sunny On a Cloudy Day
HIT:
Victoria's Secret So Sexy Nourishing Conditioner for dry/damaged hair
Victoria's Secret So Sexy Nourishing Conditioner for dry/damaged hair
Took advantage of the 3 for $21 sale. Applied on dry hair; sat under a conditioning cap (no heat) and kept on for 1 hour. I rinsed thoroughly and then did an oil rinse using EVOO. I airdryed to damp, applied FHI Hot Sauce and used my blow dryer to smooth the cuticle, but not to dry.
This product added incredible shine and weight to my fine/thin hair. Very nice. The scent, though lovely, began to get overwhelming. Oh, and I used a very generous amount so that could have contributed ya think?
This product added incredible shine and weight to my fine/thin hair. Very nice. The scent, though lovely, began to get overwhelming. Oh, and I used a very generous amount so that could have contributed ya think?
HoneyDew
Well-Known Member
On the Fence
Chi Silk Infusion-Flat Iron did not slide down my hair like Redken Heat Glide
does with my hair.I was dying to try this product.
I received better results with a Jar of Hair Rep - went old school
plus only a $2.39 price tag
You could mix it. I don't like it alone either. I mix it with my Fantasia IC Straigtening serum. I love it when I used it that way. ALONE was a big
HIT:
*Using Vatika oil in my henna mix. NICE - it gave the paste a nice consistancy and made it easier to apply.
MISS:
*Vatika oil for my daily oil. are they kidding me with that bottle? I cannot see myself trying to squeeze that out onto my hands everyday. it is great in my henna, though.
HUGE MISS:
*Swastik Shikaiki shampoo soap
OKAY first I did not notice the name when I saw it in the store. I just saw "Shikaiki soap". Now I know the swastika is not bad on its on, but you all know what it represents to us. Anyway, I opened the bar and it has a big imprint of a swastika and the words "Shikaiki Soap" on it. It is not so "vanilla" looking as it was in the wrapper that also had a nice picture of a pretty Indian woman on it. Anyway, guess what? I tried it anyway. I HATED IT! I hope that the other brand of shikaiki soap is not like this one! It smelled like old lady vintage avon soap and it made red suds that got all over my shower. It took a long time and several latherings to get enough suds to get all over my hair. My hair did not feel clean and soft, but coated. 2 thumbs down! This has turned me off of shampoo bars. I will stick with my shampoos. (I threw out the soap!)
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HoneyDew
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Here is some info and a little news piece about the soap:
http://cbs4.com/local/Miami.News.Swastik.2.396277.html
http://cbs4.com/local/Miami.News.Swastik.2.396277.html
Hit - Keracare Humecto (my new baby daddy ) - I purchased this months ago, but only used it once due to problems with PJism 
. I recently started using it again, and it's does wonders for my hair during my stretch (I'm currently 10 weeks post). It's very moisturizing, and provides my hair with lots of slip...It actually makes my hair easier to detangle than than silicon mix.
Miss - Kenra MC - I really wanted to like this. I love the smell and the thick consistency, but it did not leave my hair soft, and made my hair hard to detangle. I used this for about 3 weeks to give it a fair chance, and I even clarified first...still didnt like it...oh well
) - I purchased this months ago, but only used it once due to problems with PJism . I recently started using it again, and it's does wonders for my hair during my stretch (I'm currently 10 weeks post). It's very moisturizing, and provides my hair with lots of slip...It actually makes my hair easier to detangle than than silicon mix.Miss - Kenra MC - I really wanted to like this. I love the smell and the thick consistency, but it did not leave my hair soft, and made my hair hard to detangle. I used this for about 3 weeks to give it a fair chance, and I even clarified first...still didnt like it...oh well
BrownBetty
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Miss - Kenra MC - I really wanted to like this. I love the smell and the thick consistency, but it did not leave my hair soft, and made my hair hard to detangle. I used this for about 3 weeks to give it a fair chance, and I even clarified first...still didnt like it...oh well
Really? That is too bad. Kenra is really good. How did you use it? I suggest you clarify before and I can't leave Kenra on for hours like other conditioners. I found that 10 minutes w or w/o hit is the best for my hair. I found this out the hard way. HTH.
HoneyDew
Well-Known Member
I really don't like it either, though. I don't think it is for everyone.
Cien
Pink is my signature color
You could mix it. I don't like it alone either. I mix it with my Fantasia IC Straigtening serum. I love it when I used it that way. ALONE was a big
HIT:
*Using Vatika oil in my henna mix. NICE - it gave the paste a nice consistancy and made it easier to apply.
MISS:
*Vatika oil for my daily oil. are they kidding me with that bottle? I cannot see myself trying to squeeze that out onto my hands everyday. it is great in my henna, though.
HUGE MISS:
*Swastik Shikaiki shampoo soap
OKAY first I did not notice the name when I saw it in the store. I just saw "Shikaiki soap". Now I know the swastika is not bad on its on, but you all know what it represents to us. Anyway, I opened the bar and it has a big imprint of a swastika and the words "Shikaiki Soap" on it. It is not so "vanilla" looking as it was in the wrapper that also had a nice picture of a pretty Indian woman on it. Anyway, guess what? I tried it anyway. I HATED IT! I hope that the other brand of shikaiki soap is not like this one! It smelled like old lady vintage avon soap and it made red suds that got all over my shower. It took a long time and several latherings to get enough suds to get all over my hair. My hair did not feel clean and soft, but coated. 2 thumbs down! This has turned me off of shampoo bars. I will stick with my shampoos. (I threw out the soap!)
well I'll be!!!
honeydew, thanks for the info on that particular brand of shikakai soap!! I never noticed that Nazi symbol before!!
I've seen this brand of soap at the Indian store---and may have even used it before.
But thanks for the heads up! I'll just have to use another brand....
Cien
Pink is my signature color
Hits:
*Wire Mesh Rollers (no brush)
I LUB LUB LUB my wire mesh rollers! After trying nearly all types of rollers....Imma certified rollersetter now!!
I can't get the pin thing down--so I just clip them with the double prong clips.
*Macherie's dvd--and method for rollersetting
*Lenzi's Hair Souffle
HUGE Hit:
*Brillantina (dominican product ordered from RoundBrushHair)--for laying down my edges.
Never thought I'd say it...but this stuff is waaay better than my Elasta QP Mango Butter!
Revisted---Hit:
*Cantu Shea Butter--leave in conditioning repair cream
I had a 1/2 a jar left, and decided to give it another go before tossing in the trash--after seeing it as someone's avatar.
MISSES:
Glad to say NONE...yet.
*Wire Mesh Rollers (no brush)
I LUB LUB LUB my wire mesh rollers! After trying nearly all types of rollers....Imma certified rollersetter now!!
I can't get the pin thing down--so I just clip them with the double prong clips.
*Macherie's dvd--and method for rollersetting
*Lenzi's Hair Souffle
HUGE Hit:
*Brillantina (dominican product ordered from RoundBrushHair)--for laying down my edges.
Never thought I'd say it...but this stuff is waaay better than my Elasta QP Mango Butter!
Revisted---Hit:
*Cantu Shea Butter--leave in conditioning repair cream
I had a 1/2 a jar left, and decided to give it another go before tossing in the trash--after seeing it as someone's avatar.
MISSES:
Glad to say NONE...yet.
Hits:
-Dabur Amla Oil
I used it as a pre-poo, loved it. I even like the smell, It's different.
-Nirmal Shikakai Soap
It gave me lots of suds and left my hair feeling moisturized and strong.
Revisted Hit:
-CON green label shampoo
It stopped working for me a couple of months ago. I decided to buy a fresh bottle and give it another try... it worked great again, yaaay
On The Fence
-Dabur Vatika Oil
When I got it home, it was so stiff I had to microwave it a little bit just to get it out the bottle. I pre-poo'ed with it. It was ok, but I liked the amla oil better. Then I've realized that it expired in September It has a funny smell, kind of like coconuts but eh...not quite. I may go back and see if I can get a new bottle.
Past Hit, slowly turning into a miss:
-Kenra MC. It's not working as well as it used to.
-Dabur Amla Oil
I used it as a pre-poo, loved it. I even like the smell, It's different.
-Nirmal Shikakai Soap
It gave me lots of suds and left my hair feeling moisturized and strong.
Revisted Hit:
-CON green label shampoo
It stopped working for me a couple of months ago. I decided to buy a fresh bottle and give it another try... it worked great again, yaaay
On The Fence
-Dabur Vatika Oil
When I got it home, it was so stiff I had to microwave it a little bit just to get it out the bottle. I pre-poo'ed with it. It was ok, but I liked the amla oil better. Then I've realized that it expired in September
It has a funny smell, kind of like coconuts but eh...not quite. I may go back and see if I can get a new bottle.Past Hit, slowly turning into a miss:
-Kenra MC. It's not working as well as it used to.
HoneyDew
Well-Known Member
On The Fence
-Dabur Vatika Oil
When I got it home, it was so stiff I had to microwave it a little bit just to get it out the bottle. I pre-poo'ed with it. It was ok, but I liked the amla oil better. Then I've realized that it expired in September
I felt the same way about Vatika Oil. I just bought some earlier this week. After it was in my house a few days, it was softer. I still don't care for how hard it is to get out of the bottle. It was WONDERFUL in henna, though. If you use henna with hot water, the Vatika oil will melt right in there. It made the paste easier to rinse.
HoneyDew
Well-Known Member
Oh I almost forgot a MISS turned HIT:
Aveda DR Treatment. I think my hair does not like it left in longer than the few mins that that it says to used. before I used it as deep condition and my hair felt hard. Today i did it as a 3 min rinse out after henna and before my regular conditioner and it was NICE! It tamed my hair a bit. I am not sure I will repurchase because I still don't think it is worth the price, but now I can get some use out of the bottle I purchased on Ebay.
Aveda DR Treatment. I think my hair does not like it left in longer than the few mins that that it says to used. before I used it as deep condition and my hair felt hard. Today i did it as a 3 min rinse out after henna and before my regular conditioner and it was NICE! It tamed my hair a bit. I am not sure I will repurchase because I still don't think it is worth the price, but now I can get some use out of the bottle I purchased on Ebay.
ravenmerlita
New Member
BIG HIT: Jane Carter Nourish & Shine 
I started using this just a couple of weeks ago. No more dry ends and it makes my hair feel so good and healthy and soft. When I use it after a wash and go my hair dries curly and defined without any frizz.
I started using this just a couple of weeks ago. No more dry ends and it makes my hair feel so good and healthy and soft. When I use it after a wash and go my hair dries curly and defined without any frizz.
Thanks I will try the Chi Silk Infusion with another product.You could mix it. I don't like it alone either. I mix it with my Fantasia IC Straigtening serum. I love it when I used it that way. ALONE was a big :nono
HUGE MISS:
*Swastik Shikaiki shampoo soap
OKAY first I did not notice the name when I saw it in the store. I just saw "Shikaiki soap". Now I know the swastika is not bad on its on, but you all know what it represents to us. Anyway, I opened the bar and it has a big imprint of a swastika and the words "Shikaiki Soap" on it. It is not so "vanilla" looking as it was in the wrapper that also had a nice picture of a pretty Indian woman on it. Anyway, guess what? I tried it anyway. I HATED IT! I hope that the other brand of shikaiki soap is not like this one! It smelled like old lady vintage avon soap and it made red suds that got all over my shower. It took a long time and several latherings to get enough suds to get all over my hair. My hair did not feel clean and soft, but coated. 2 thumbs down! This has turned me off of shampoo bars. I will stick with my shampoos. (I threw out the soap!)
My hair hated this brand of Shikakai soap also,left it dry and dull.
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achangedlife
New Member
Hits: Jane carter solution
Shampoo, conditioner, leave in, hairdress creme, hair serum, wrap and
roll, nourish and shine. They're all wonderful.
Misses: None
Awaiting mail order of boundless tresses balm and qhemet alma heavy creme for daughter.
Shampoo, conditioner, leave in, hairdress creme, hair serum, wrap and
roll, nourish and shine. They're all wonderful.
Misses: None
Awaiting mail order of boundless tresses balm and qhemet alma heavy creme for daughter.
BrownBetty
Well-Known Member
Hit:
Mizani lye relaxer (mild)
My last relaxer was mizani butter blend, it was nice but I found the whole kit a little on the expensive side. So I waited and waited then finally decided to use the mizani lye, i've used this in the past but wasn't overly impressed by the results. This time around I am in love with my hair, it is bouncy and silky and soft.
My hair dresser left the relaxer in for about 22 minutes, rised, applied keraphix (old formula, I have some left), left it on for about 8 minutes, poo with mizani nuetralizer, applied mizani butter blend Microfusion Penetrating Conditioning Treatment (I have a bottle of this left from the kit I used previously) and the Kenra intensive emollient treatment (I have a tube of this also). She massaged the mix in, no heat, rinsed, applied leave in and rollerset.
Miss:
chi silk infusion
I don't like this as a heat protectant or a serum, so once I am finish with this bottle I will not repurchase. Instead, I used this on my previously relaxed hair during the relaxing process.
I am so in love with my hair!
MV
Mizani lye relaxer (mild)
My last relaxer was mizani butter blend, it was nice but I found the whole kit a little on the expensive side. So I waited and waited then finally decided to use the mizani lye, i've used this in the past but wasn't overly impressed by the results. This time around I am in love with my hair, it is bouncy and silky and soft.
My hair dresser left the relaxer in for about 22 minutes, rised, applied keraphix (old formula, I have some left), left it on for about 8 minutes, poo with mizani nuetralizer, applied mizani butter blend Microfusion Penetrating Conditioning Treatment (I have a bottle of this left from the kit I used previously) and the Kenra intensive emollient treatment (I have a tube of this also). She massaged the mix in, no heat, rinsed, applied leave in and rollerset.
Miss:
chi silk infusion
I don't like this as a heat protectant or a serum, so once I am finish with this bottle I will not repurchase. Instead, I used this on my previously relaxed hair during the relaxing process.
I am so in love with my hair!
MV
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MonaLisa
Well-Known Member
Hits:
Drying with a professional salon dryer
Aritha powder
Supercharging Ultra Black Hair Conditioner with Peppermint and Castor Oil (gonna go back old school and re-order Cathy's conditioner)
Mixing up my own reconstructor treat: UBH, Aveda DR, Aphogee 2 Minute Intensive Reconstructor
Mixing Fermodyl 619, CHI, Lacio Leave in with Water in a spray bottle
(must remember not to use too much next time)
Continued Hits:
Vatika/Shakakai oil
Pantene BD Mask
WRTC
Vitapointe
Beautiful Beginnings Kids Edge Tamer & Protector (lay them edges down)
Drying with a professional salon dryer
Aritha powder
Supercharging Ultra Black Hair Conditioner with Peppermint and Castor Oil (gonna go back old school and re-order Cathy's conditioner)
Mixing up my own reconstructor treat: UBH, Aveda DR, Aphogee 2 Minute Intensive Reconstructor
Mixing Fermodyl 619, CHI, Lacio Leave in with Water in a spray bottle
(must remember not to use too much next time)
Continued Hits:
Vatika/Shakakai oil
Pantene BD Mask
WRTC
Vitapointe
Beautiful Beginnings Kids Edge Tamer & Protector (lay them edges down)
Brownie518
Well-Known Member
HITS that are bringing in the New Year
Ojon restorative
Ojon Tawaka Rejuvenating cream
Dumb Blonde Reconstructor
Pantene ProV Hydrating Rinse
Loreal Vive Nourishing Treatment
Seyani Butter
Lenzi's Hair Souffle
Qhemet moisturizers (always Hittin'!!!)
Vatika Oil
Castor Oil
Lenzi's Request Oil
Aveda DR
Aveda Brilliant
Pantene mask
Motions CPR
Moisture Maniac conditioner
Nothing new yet for '08. Waiting to try Kerastase Oleo Relax masque.
Ojon restorative
Ojon Tawaka Rejuvenating cream
Dumb Blonde Reconstructor
Pantene ProV Hydrating Rinse
Loreal Vive Nourishing Treatment
Seyani Butter
Lenzi's Hair Souffle
Qhemet moisturizers (always Hittin'!!!
)Vatika Oil
Castor Oil
Lenzi's Request Oil
Aveda DR
Aveda Brilliant
Pantene mask
Motions CPR
Moisture Maniac conditioner
Nothing new yet for '08. Waiting to try Kerastase Oleo Relax masque.
MonaLisa
Well-Known Member
HITS that are bringing in the New Year
Ojon restorative
Ojon Tawaka Rejuvenating cream
Dumb Blonde Reconstructor
Pantene ProV Hydrating Rinse
Loreal Vive Nourishing Treatment
Seyani Butter
Lenzi's Hair Souffle
Qhemet moisturizers (always Hittin'!!!
Vatika Oil
Castor Oil
Lenzi's Request Oil
Aveda DR
Aveda Brilliant
Pantene mask
Motions CPR
Moisture Maniac conditioner
Nothing new yet for '08. Waiting to try Kerastase Oleo Relax masque.
Well dang.
Why does your siggy make feel I should list my Garnier stylers again? Love the leave in.
Qhemet is on my list for the first six months of the year..and...mad @ First Quarter '08....
it's gettin mad bidness like up in here....
Tee
Active Member
I have been itching to buy the bold. I was going to use it on my skin. Did you use it on your hair???
HITS that are bringing in the New Year
Ojon restorative
Ojon Tawaka Rejuvenating cream
Dumb Blonde Reconstructor
Pantene ProV Hydrating Rinse
Loreal Vive Nourishing Treatment
Seyani Butter
Lenzi's Hair Souffle
Qhemet moisturizers (always Hittin'!!!
Vatika Oil
Castor Oil
Lenzi's Request Oil
Aveda DR
Aveda Brilliant
Pantene mask
Motions CPR
Moisture Maniac conditioner
Nothing new yet for '08. Waiting to try Kerastase Oleo Relax masque.
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