My Interview With Jane Carter

[MonPetite]

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[SEMO]

Thanks for posting this. I'm going to go check it out.

 

[Solitude]

That was very informative. Thanks for sharing. Um, I'll just say that I disagree with JC on just about everything. I own and use combs, I use products with cones (especially dimethicone), I relax my hair.....I don't think natural hair care is necessary a "wellness" issue. I think selling her products based on wellness is a convenient marketing tool being utilized by JC and many other natural product retailers.

I tried one of Jane Carter's products over the summer - Condition and Sculpt - when I was on a 6-month stretch. Honestly, it was a terrible product. It didn't hold or sculpt, it was sticky and watery at the same time, and I finally gave up on it.

I think it's difficult for me to relate to her hair type or hair-care suggestions.

I do admire her as a business woman, but while she is very critical of large manufacturers, her high price-point doesn't seem very consumer-friendly, either.

 

[Lola Laughs]

Thanks for sharing. I've been curious about her products but have never tried them. Interesting comments about not using a comb...I think I use one more out of habit than necessity, but couldn't do w/o a paddle brush.

 

[MonPetite]

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[MonPetite]

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[shasha8685]

Great interview!

I can kind of see her point about products. Of course in an ideal world, natural products are the best for hair. However, I think it is variable from one person to the next. I use Jane Carter Solution products (specifically the Revitalizing Leave In and Wrap and Roll) and have had a positive experience with them. In fact, they are staples of mine! I can say that the majority of my staples are natural products because my hair responds better to them and I am relaxed. I also can't use too many (or too much) cone laden products b/c it does just sit on my hair. However, another person who is relaxed may find the opposite to be true.

I'm kind of undecided about the comb issue though. Let me ponder that....

 

[AVE One]

All I know is, I don't know where my hair would be without her Hair Nourishing Cream. It has been a staple of mine for a while. I haven't tried any of her other products though. Thanks for sharing the interview!

 

[brownelovely]

I bookmarked and will be reading tomorrow! Thanks for sharing :O)

 

[amalacoils83]

I believe that she said if your hair is unprocessed (natural) that there is no point of using a comb, and I kinda agree with her. When I became more serious about my hair and haircare this year I haven't used a comb since and I have noticed a difference! Also cones sometimes give an appearance of the hair being healthy but can build-up on the hair, while convincing you that your hair is healthy when it may not be. I'm not saying do not use cones but be careful. As a public health researcher, you would be surprised what is in our food, skincare, hair products etc. We can't run away from processed anything but lets try for a healthy medium. Right on with the interview I actually agree with ALOT of what she said.

 

[Spin]

Great interview...nice work!

I can't live without my Nourish & Shine. I wonder if the price will go down when Target starts selling it.

 

[Solitude]

I use cones myself and while I haven't used a comb in several months...I wouldn't hesitate to use one. I also review products by major companies more often than not.

She did explain the reason for the higher price point, though.

Thank you, for sharing your point of view (with tact, I might add). I'll be posting my own thoughts later on (on my blog).

Thanks. I must have missed where she discussed why her products are so high. I'll have to go back and re-read. I saw where she discussed why manufacturers don't use more natural ingredients (volatile pricing?).

I'm impressed by her communication skills and the fact that she took the time out to do the interview.

I may re-visit her products one day. People certainly love Nourish and Shine. I'm currently using my Elasta QP Mango Butter for $5.49 from the BSS.

 

[naturalgyrl5199]

I believe that she said if your hair is unprocessed (natural) that there is no point of using a comb, and I kinda agree with her. When I became more serious about my hair and haircare this year I haven't used a comb since and I have noticed a difference! Also cones sometimes give an appearance of the hair being healthy but can build-up on the hair, while convincing you that your hair is healthy when it may not be. I'm not saying do not use cones but be careful. As a public health researcher, you would be surprised what is in our food, skincare, hair products etc. We can't run away from processed anything but lets try for a healthy medium. Right on with the interview I actually agree with ALOT of what she said.

ITA! I agree that we need to be more picky about what we put into our bodies. We are organic beings and just because we put it on our hair then rinse it later, our body absorbs these chemicals and who knows what's going on inside!

I think it was a lovely interview and nothing she said seemed controversial. I am natural 4AB and I haven't used a comb, other than to part my hair in the last 2 months since I got my regimen down....I have had much less breakage, and I don't even have to detangle much...If I do have to detangle I use my fingers and work it out gently (Its usually from untwisting my hair too fast when I am rushing).erplexed

I am trying to go all natural with the products I use. I am a nutritionist and I am also working to have a completely whole foods diet...No processed foods or very little. Right now I am like 70/30 cause I like chocolate, a cookie or ice cream from time to time and I have no time to make it from scratch (I work 12-14 hr days)........All of what Mrs. JC said gives me a lot more to think about!

 

[andromeda]

Excellent interview, OP! You asked great questions. From a consumer empowerment perspective, the interview provided great insight. Even if one doesn't agree with Carter's prescriptions or finds her "david vs. goliath" narrative to be a marketing ploy, her answers about the industry were very thought-provoking.

I've never tried any of her products and honestly don't plan to but I appreciated the interview a lot and agreed with much of what she had to say.

 

[MonPetite]

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[wavezncurlz]

Interesting interview. Not sure how I could live without my comb though. How do you not comb/detangle?

NM: I got it. Use a paddle brush. To me, that is the same as a comb.

 

[QueenNefi]

I'm happy that she is doing her thing and making her money.

I went to her web site and I can see why she does not need a comb. She was what looks like type 2 or 3 hair. The day I stop using a comb is the day I want to start growing dread locks. Her suggestions may be well intended but they are not realistic for everyone. There is never a one size fit but I wish her well.