L'occitane Repairing Poo and Condish is the Truth!

[Christelyn]

OH THE AGONY!

Why did you tell me this...OK...taking a breath..

So how is the Lavendar Detangling? Is it better than the Shea Butter Regular Conditioner? I know its glorisu...the SB Conditioner detangles beautifully and its not even marketed as that type of product...so does the Rose. And I love the Lavendar hand creme.. how long have you been using the Lavendar Conditioner for Co-Washes and do you ever get anytype of cone build up?

Works great. I used it for a wash and go and work well. I don't have the SB conditioner so I couldn't tell you, but I follow up with the SB hair mask and keep it in and it keeps my hair moisturized all day w/o having to re-moisturize.

 

[Luscious Locks]

i went to check it out this weekend, and asked for samples before i took the deep plunge. They had none! I blame LHCF. Ya'll are everywhere.

Lol.

 

[Kacie]

I purchased the Discovery pack this weekend and a full size jar of the repairing masque. The discovery pack only cost 10 bucks and it included a trial size bottle of the repairing poo and con, 2 packs of serum, and 2 packs of the masque.

 

[LushLox]

Washed and DC'd with the poo and mask and woo my hair felt so good. I wore my hair down the first time in a long time, I got a good numbers of stares when I went out too.

 

[Christelyn]

Washed and DC'd with the poo and mask and woo my hair felt so good. I wore my hair down the first time in a long time, I got a good numbers of stares when I went out too.

Did you wear as a wash in go or did you use heat? I find that L'occitane even makes my natural curls more shiny and elongated, and I don't have to constantly spray water on my hair because it is dried out.

 

[Christelyn]

Attn: to L'occitane fans, be sure to clarify once in a while if you are using the products with silicones, like the Shea Butter Mash and the Repairing Conditioner (no the mask, the one in the bottle). These products work well with wash and goes, but I find they weigh heavily on me, especially when I conditioner wash only, which I usually do when I wear my hair out and curly. Too bad they are discontinuing the Lavender Clarifying Shampoo--I can't find any anywhere. Right now I'm using Oscar Blandi's Exfoliating poo and I like it pretty good.

 

[LushLox]

Did you wear as a wash in go or did you use heat? I find that L'occitane even makes my natural curls more shiny and elongated, and I don't have to constantly spray water on my hair because it is dried out.

No I used heat. My mum couldn't stop looking at my hair today, she kept asking me what I was doing! I only told her a little bit, she'd think I was crazy otherwise!

Attn: to L'occitane fans, be sure to clarify once in a while if you are using the products with silicones, like the Shea Butter Mash and the Repairing Conditioner (no the mask, the one in the bottle). These products work well with wash and goes, but I find they weigh heavily on me, especially when I conditioner wash only, which I usually do when I wear my hair out and curly. Too bad they are discontinuing the Lavender Clarifying Shampoo--I can't find any anywhere. Right now I'm using Oscar Blandi's Exfoliating poo and I like it pretty good.

Thanks for this. I clarify monthly, and it seems to work for me, but perhaps I need to do it more. erplexed

I know what you mean about the co washes though, these condishes just seem to rich to use for co washing - well I think for me anyway.

Ohhhh noo, I didn't know they were discontinuing the Lavendar clarifying shampoo. I love that stuff, I need to go and buy a few more bottles as we still have plenty of stock in my stores.

 

[Shaley]

Attn: to L'occitane fans, be sure to clarify once in a while if you are using the products with silicones, like the Shea Butter Mash and the Repairing Conditioner (no the mask, the one in the bottle). These products work well with wash and goes, but I find they weigh heavily on me, especially when I conditioner wash only, which I usually do when I wear my hair out and curly. Too bad they are discontinuing the Lavender Clarifying Shampoo--I can't find any anywhere. Right now I'm using Oscar Blandi's Exfoliating poo and I like it pretty good.

Has anyone experienced adverse affects from short term or longterm use of the conditioners? Most of them contain Dimethicone, which I have seen lots of bad reviews and information on different websites.

I just bought the shea butter Mask and conditioner, and the repairing conditioner. Now I'm skeptical about using them...

 

[LushLox]

Has anyone experienced adverse affects from short term or longterm use of the conditioners? Most of them contain Dimethicone, which I have seen lots of bad reviews and information on different websites.

I just bought the shea butter Mask and conditioner, and the repairing conditioner. Now I'm skeptical about using them...

As long as you clarify at regular intervals as Christelyn advises you should be okay.

 

[Christelyn]

Has anyone experienced adverse affects from short term or longterm use of the conditioners? Most of them contain Dimethicone, which I have seen lots of bad reviews and information on different websites.

I just bought the shea butter Mask and conditioner, and the repairing conditioner. Now I'm skeptical about using them...

My problem wasn't "adverse" per se, I just experienced a heavy, coated feeling in my hair when I co-washed using the conditioners that had cones up high on the ingredients list. I clarified because I didn't want the buildup to affect my "swang" when I decided to wash and flat iron.

 

[Shaley]

My problem wasn't "adverse" per se, I just experienced a heavy, coated feeling in my hair when I co-washed using the conditioners that had cones up high on the ingredients list. I clarified because I didn't want the buildup to affect my "swang" when I decided to wash and flat iron.

Thanks. I don't cowash too much anymore so hopefully I don't experience this. I normally just shampoo and deep condition once a week or so.

 

[Christelyn]

Bumping...any other reviews from recent orders?

 

[Kacie]

This is my take (keep in mind that I'm 17 weeks post). After washing with the Repairing poo and using the repairing mask, I applied the serum leave in. I love that the serum is cone free, that was interesting.

My hair air dried very straight and smooth. However, I think that I needed more moisture. I also used this system on my DD's natural 4b hair and it was awesome. The remaining product is gonna be used on her.

I have yet to try my samples of the Olive hair mask.

 

[Lovie]

I purchased the $10 trial pack. It contained the Aromachologie Shampoo, Aromachologie Repairing Conditioner, and samples of the Repairing Serum and Repairing Mask.

Shampoo.
I am typically VERY persnickity about jumping ship for a shampoo. Twice I have tried L'Occitane Shampoos and been disappointed. I expected the same with this. However, I was pleasantly surprised. It didn't leave my hair stripped dry, like the Shea Butter and Rose shampoo did. It felt soft. Detangling was OK. Slip wasn't really there, but it was bearable. I think maybe if you use it more, it gets better. For the record, I compare nearly every shampoo to the one that has always worked best for me: Creme of Nature Red or Green label. Next to that, I have 1 protein and 1 clarifying, other than that it is an endless search for one I am comfortable washing frequently with. I don't think I would mind washing frequently with this, because my hair didn't feel dry afterwards - and I have read that hair improves with continued use.

Conditioner.
The conditioner performed as expected: superbly. Great detangling and softening, and a nice fresh green scent, but not too heavy. I was surprised how much my husband liked the scent afterwards. Hair felt very soft when I styled it, with a nice sheen. In my opinion, it performed very much like all of there other conditioners.

Leave In Serum.
I used this twice: on dry hair, and right after shampooing before blow-drying w/ my T3. I really liked the finish - not heavy, not sticky, still had swang and bounce. I am about 6 weeks post.

Repairing Mask.
Haven't used yet. Sounded like it had a bit of protein, and my hair doesn't need any of that.

All in all rating: 2 thumbs up. I went and bough the full sized shampoo, conditioner and serum w/ the coupon I got in the $10 kit. Even though I wasn't wowed by the shampoo (it worked as well as Kenra MS or Keracare, which are also good) I wanted to see how it worked in conjunction with the conditioner. I'll make my final judgement on whether this is here to stay when I finish the bottles.

 

[Christelyn]

Thanks for the feedback, ladies! It's still working well for me too.

 

[Shaley]

Bumping...any other reviews from recent orders?

My 2 cents:

Last weekend I used the Shea Butter Mask and the results were ok. It kinda left a waxy feeling on my hair, but once my hair dried it was fine.

A couple of days later I bought the Repairing Shampoo & the Repairing Mask - and used it immediately.

I give this stuff 2 thumbs up! I am in awe of how silky and bouncy my hair was. This is seriously one of the best deep conditioners I have EVER used. The shampoo did not dry my hair out and my hair actually looked shiny immediately after rinsing it out.

Thanks Christelyn for making me aware of this product. I will keep this and the Shea butter in rotation, seeing that I hear the repairing poo has protein.

I got a sample of the Olive Oil Mask too, so I may use that as well. I haven't felt this good about my hair in a long time....

 

[Shay72]

I found out there is a L'Occitane in the Pentagon Fashion Centre Mall. I saw it the last time I was there and resisted. I don't know how much longer I will last.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

I found out there is a L'Occitane in the Pentagon Fashion Centre Mall. I saw it the last time I was there and resisted. I don't know how much longer I will last.

Awwww Go Ahead Shay You know you want too! Besides, I will be anxiously awaiting your review. Because: I still haven't gotten around to using the Shea Butter Mask, the Olive Oil Hair Paste or my lastest acquisition the Conditioner for Dry & Damaged Hair.

 

[Shay72]

Awwww Go Ahead Shay You know you want too! Besides, I will be anxiously awaiting your review. Because: I still haven't gotten around to using the Shea Butter Mask, the Olive Oil Hair Paste or my lastest acquisition the Conditioner for Dry & Damaged Hair.

Okay that's where the problem lies....you & I know that the reason you haven't gotten around to it is bc you got too many products ! I'm not really tryna call you out bc I am in the same situation. I think I will use up some of what I have and what I have on the way before I try L'Occitane. The good thing is I hate going to the mall. I prefer to shop online.

 

[MonaLisa]

I found out there is a L'Occitane in the Pentagon Fashion Centre Mall. I saw it the last time I was there and resisted. I don't know how much longer I will last.

 

[mstar]

I found out there is a L'Occitane in the Pentagon Fashion Centre Mall. I saw it the last time I was there and resisted. I don't know how much longer I will last.

Wow, I used to work at the Pentagon City L'Occitane when I was in college! I helped them open that store back in 1999.

I have to go to the mall today, so I think I'll stop by L'Occitane and see if they have any cone-free hair products. Christelyn made this stuff sound sooo good...

 

[IDareT'sHair]

Wow, I used to work at the Pentagon City L'Occitane when I was in college! I helped them open that store back in 1999.

I have to go to the mall today, so I think I'll stop by L'Occitane and see if they have any cone-free hair products. Christelyn made this stuff sound sooo good...

Great mstar: Please come back and give us a full detailed report of your findings

 

[Shay72]

Wow, I used to work at the Pentagon City L'Occitane when I was in college! I helped them open that store back in 1999.

I have to go to the mall today, so I think I'll stop by L'Occitane and see if they have any cone-free hair products. Christelyn made this stuff sound sooo good...

It is quite a dangerous place: Coach, Carol's Daughter, Apple, Macy's, Sephora, L'Occitane, I could go on and on and on....

The day I noticed it I bought from Carol's Daughter & Coach. They were planned purchases though.

 

[Globeleza]

I managed to stay out of this thread for so long, why did I come in here??????????????/

 

[LushLox]

I still need to go and buy a jar of that Olive Harvest. The sample I used was heavenly, and my hair looked, and felt so good. Not to mention the fragrance!

 

[IDareT'sHair]

I managed to stay out of this thread for so long, why did I come in here??????????????/

Because Deep Down in Your Heart you know you want to purchase someoke: Any you should................

 

[naijamerican]

**Bumping**

Because of this thread, I went to the L'Occitane website. I couldn't quite remember that the line referenced in this particular thread was the repairing shampoo and conditioner, but I did remember going to the website and seeing the Olive Tree line. I was as interested in trying that one out as I was the repairing one, so I purchased the shampoo to test out tonight.

Well, I used the shampoo this evening and I was so pleasantly surprised. It left my hair feeling so soft, moisturized, and clean - in fact, my hair looked and felt like it had been conditioned. It might just replace my beloved Elucence balancing shampoo, which has been my staple shampoo for the past 2 and half years.

I plan on buying the conditioner this evening online and am also trying the Aromachologie Repairing Shampoo and Conditioner (the 2.5 oz. ones). By the way, I have natural, coarse 4A/B hair, and like I said, this shampoo had it feeling absolutely wonderful.

 

[Coffee]

opps wrong product!!

 

[Christelyn]

**Bumping**

Because of this thread, I went to the L'Occitane website. I couldn't quite remember that the line referenced in this particular thread was the repairing shampoo and conditioner, but I did remember going to the website and seeing the Olive Tree line. I was as interested in trying that one out as I was the repairing one, so I purchased the shampoo to test out tonight.

Well, I used the shampoo this evening and I was so pleasantly surprised. It left my hair feeling so soft, moisturized, and clean - in fact, my hair looked and felt like it had been conditioned. It might just replace my beloved Elucence balancing shampoo, which has been my staple shampoo for the past 2 and half years.

I plan on buying the conditioner this evening online and am also trying the Aromachologie Repairing Shampoo and Conditioner (the 2.5 oz. ones). By the way, I have natural, coarse 4A/B hair, and like I said, this shampoo had it feeling absolutely wonderful.

You will love the Aromachologie line. That's what I use on the regular.

 

[naijamerican]

**Bumping***

Are any of you ladies still using this line? I do like the shampoo but I decided not to get the conditioner because I'm on a serious anti-PJ tip right now. I've committed to 3 product lines: Qhemet, Oyin, and Elucence. But I did want to know if this still being used because the shampoo is pretty good.