looking for a good clarifying shampoo and protein conditioner

H0tPinkButtafly

H0tPinkButtafly

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I need some suggestions for these two. When I went to bss they don't have any clarifying shampoos. Everything is called cleansers and I'm not sure if it's the same thing as a clarifying poo. I also need suggestions for protein condish
 
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Although I've been natural several times before, this is the first time that I've become educated about my hair and ingredients. I recently purchased ORS aloe shampoo to clarify (or to chelate...I'm still unclear on the difference) my hair but haven't used it. Sorry that I couldn't be of more help.

A definite crowd pleaser is Aubrey GPB, which I've used and really like, for a light protein conditioner. I also have Aubrey Island Naturals, which I like as well, for a protein conditioner. One of the ladies here recommended That I try Millcreek Biotin and Millcreek Keratin (I think that's the name of the second one). I've used them both once and liked them both. Silk Dreams products also have a following here and has a few protein options. I'm waiting on my first order from the most recent sale and can't really give you any feedback though.

I hope the more knowledgable ladies drop by to give you more direction. Good luck!
 
I use it's creamy aloe shampoo. It clarifies and chelates. I also heard it neutralizes as well. But I'm thinking of trying the neutrogena clarifying because I just notice the it's creamy aloe has a cone which is stupid because it's suppose to get rid of buildup. I hear a lot of people swear by ors Mayo for protein and it doesn't make the hair dry like other protein and it feels so afterwards so you don't need to use a moisturizing conditioner after. The ors mayo is medium protein
 
I like the mills creek biotin because of the cool feeling and it has a lot of slip. I have to pick me up some more. And it's natural I believe I can't remember. If you like combing conditioners through and a peppermint feeling than you will like it
 
Maybe try and mix up your own stuff before spending money. Yogurt is the best protein conditioner i have tried despite numerous purchases and other attempts.

When I am forced to clarify I just get a 1 dollar bottle of V05.These days warm water and my shampoo bar seem to take care of my cleansing needs since I no longer things that caused my build up.
 
I love VO5 Kiwi Lime Clarifying shampoo. It doesn't leave my hair stripped and it's 99cents. Win win!
As far as protein conditioner, I love Mane n Tail. My hair loves it.
 
My favorites are:

- Clarifiers & Chelators
Elucence Acidifying: great ingredients, highly concentrated, non-stripping, cost effective ($12 for a liter bottle that lasts for-ev-er)
ORS Creamy Aloe: decent ingredients; non-stripping

- Protein Treatments/Conditioners
Mill Creek Biotin Conditioner: light; excellent ingredients, great slip
ORS Replenishing Conditioner: light; great combination of moisture and slip with a protein kick
Silicon Mix: light to medium; also provides moisture and slip, nips breakage in its tracks, cost effective ($12 for a 36oz jar)
Colorful Neutral Protein Filler: light to medium; liquid; excellent ingredients, highly flexible (can be added to DCs, conditioners and spritzes for a protein boost)
SSI Okra/Fortifying Masque: medium; excellent ingredients; excellent sources of moisture and protein, can be pricey without a sale
Komaza Protein Strengthener: hard; easy to use, creamy consistency, great slip, stops breakage
 
PJaye said:
My favorites are:

- Clarifiers & Chelators
Elucence Acidifying: great ingredients, highly concentrated, non-stripping, cost effective ($12 for a liter bottle that lasts for-ev-er)
ORS Creamy Aloe: decent ingredients; non-stripping

- Protein Treatments/Conditioners
Mill Creek Biotin Conditioner: light; excellent ingredients, great slip
ORS Replenishing Conditioner: light; great combination of moisture and slip with a protein kick
Silicon Mix: light to medium; also provides moisture and slip, nips breakage in its tracks, cost effective ($12 for a 36oz jar)
Colorful Neutral Protein Filler: light to medium; liquid; excellent ingredients, highly flexible (can be added to DCs, conditioners and spritzes for a protein boost)
SSI Okra/Fortifying Masque: medium; excellent ingredients; excellent sources of moisture and protein, can be pricey without a sale
Komaza Protein Strengthener: hard; easy to use, creamy consistency, great slip, stops breakage
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PJaye

I didn't know silicon mix is a protein conditioner. I was just going to use that as my moisturizing condish... I DC with Silicon Mix about twice a week.
 
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meka72 said:
Although I've been natural several times before, this is the first time that I've become educated about my hair and ingredients. I recently purchased ORS aloe shampoo to clarify (or to chelate...I'm still unclear on the difference) my hair but haven't used it. Sorry that I couldn't be of more help.

A definite crowd pleaser is Aubrey GPB, which I've used and really like, for a light protein conditioner. I also have Aubrey Island Naturals, which I like as well, for a protein conditioner. One of the ladies here recommended That I try Millcreek Biotin and Millcreek Keratin (I think that's the name of the second one). I've used them both once and liked them both. Silk Dreams products also have a following here and has a few protein options. I'm waiting on my first order from the most recent sale and can't really give you any feedback though.

I hope the more knowledgable ladies drop by to give you more direction. Good luck!
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This is my first time I'm trying to become knowledgeable about my hair and ingredients also. I'm looking for good clarifying shampoo, moisturizing shampoo, protein conditioner and moisturizing conditioner. When I went to the bss store there was do much to choose from I ended up getting nothing lol. I like to read reviews first
 
H0tPinkButtafly said:
I need some suggestions for these two. When I went to bass they don't have any clarifying shampoos. Everything is called cleansers and I'm not sure if it's the same thing as a clarifying poo. I also need suggestions for protein condish
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I use Tresseme deep cleansing shampoo. Cheap. Fairly gentle for a clarifier.

Hairveda methi sativa two step protein conditioner for a hard protein that's gentle

Hairveda MoisturePro for a lighter protein conditioner that is also effective.
 
Lilmama1011 said:
Does it have cones? @Lissa0821
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Lilmama1011 Here is the ingredients list:

Ingredients
Water (Aqua), Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocomide Mea, Ammonium Chloride, Fragrance (Parfum), Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Tetrasodium Edta, Dmdm Hydantoin, Citric Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate [Vitamin E Acetate], Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Ppg-9, Blue 1 (Ci 42090), Red 33 (Ci 17200).
 
If you have a lot of gunk, Suave's clarifying poo is great. You'll need to follow up with a moisturizing shampoo afterwards tho.
 
It's crazy how people are successful with using things under 2 dollars when people are spending 7 or more for no reason. I ran out of my ors creamy aloe shampoo and I don't think I will be spending that much again even though it's not expensive. But why spend more? To me shampoo is shampoo any way. Shampoo leaves my hair tangly anyway
 
AmiJay said:
I love VO5 Kiwi Lime Clarifying shampoo. It doesn't leave my hair stripped and it's 99cents. Win win!
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My hair likes the Vanilla Tea version of this product more.:perplexed:yep: But bottom line it's cheap and gets the job done.

When I want to switch up products, Tresemme Deep Cleansing works well too. I use it especially when I swim.
 
I know what you mean about all the choices in the stores. That's probably why I'm a product junkie. Lol.

You know what? One of the best protein conditioners that I've used was homemade. I used an avocado, a banana, some coconut milk, avj and some heavier oil (castor or olive oil). I also added some vitamin E for as a preservative. It worked really well. I used it every 4 days for 2 weeks and credit it for helping my hair accept more moisture. So like someone mentioned unthread, maybe homemade would be a good place to start until you find something that you like.

H0tPinkButtafly said:
This is my first time I'm trying to become knowledgeable about my hair and ingredients also. I'm looking for good clarifying shampoo, moisturizing shampoo, protein conditioner and moisturizing conditioner. When I went to the bss store there was do much to choose from I ended up getting nothing lol. I like to read reviews first
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H0tPinkButtafly

I say Elucence Acidifying for the Clarifying Shampoo.

I've had my same liter since I joined the Forum. It's Cheap, it's Great and it lasts a long time.'

Not only does it clairify, it also chelates and neutralizes too. (Really Good Stuff).

For a Protein DC'er: I'd probably say Claudie's Protein Renew. thebomb.gov

And there are some other good ones out there: Cathy Howse UBH, Curl Junkie, Hairveda, SheScentIt and the usual suspects.
 
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