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[naturalme]

Okay, I've been a lurker on this board for a while and I just did my first treatment with the hennalucent and I just had to report my results. All I can say is WOW!

My hair is so much easier to detangle and softer and I even have a looser curl. I've been wearing my hair natural since September of last year. I'm a 3c,4a, but I have a lot of shrinkage and frizz. I just want to say thanks to the hennaphilic gals for the heads up! I'm so happy I've found something that works for me without having to use a chemical! This will definitely be a regular part of my routine.

Oh, and I also ordered some Lotus Powder,so I will be trying that next.

 

[HOTCHOCOLATE]

I received my Lotus Powder Plus, is this a pre-shampoo conditioning or after? I noticed that some ladies shampooed afterwards.

 

[AFashionSlave]

I have use hennalucent twice. I love the conditioning effects but, my hair has not gotten any straighter. I keep hearing ladies say that the hennalucent made their hair straighter, but mine did not do this. I'm glad that it didn't change my hair because I love my nappy curls.

Has anyone else here used hennalucent without it changing their hair texture? I know that I can't be the only one.

 

[soslychic]

What is the difference between lotus powder and hennalucent?

 

[HennaJoy]

Hi Hotchocolate,

There are a number of ways the Lotus Powder Plus can be used. The Lotus Powder Plus will actually leave your hair clean. The deal is that you have to do a lot of rinsing of your hair to get all of the Lotus Powder Plus out of the hair and off the scalp. The same with any powder form of conditioner or anything used on your hair. People find using a mild shampoo helps to assure that no residual paste is left in the hair after rinsing.

Others using it may want to also comment on how and why they are using shampoo afterwards. I personally just rinse my hair a lot and only when in a hurry would I use a mild shampoo. But be flexible with it. You will find what works best for you.

HennaJoy

 

[HennaJoy]

Hi Soslychic,

I've never used Hennalucent. But these are the difference that I am aware of between the Hennalucent and Lotus Powder Plus.

1) Lotus Powder Plus is an all natural product whereas the Hennalucent is not.

2) Lotus Powder Plus conditions hair without color while the Hennalucent comes in colors and can also be used to color the hair.

3) There are ways to use the Lotus Powder Plus both as a deep conditioner and as a conditioning rinse. I don't think the Hennalucent can be used as a conditioning rinse. Not sure about that though.

This is not an all inclusive list. Just constitutes the first three that came to my mind.

Take care.

HennaJoy

 

[sweetcocoa]

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I have use hennalucent twice. I love the conditioning effects but, my hair has not gotten any straighter. I keep hearing ladies say that the hennalucent made their hair straighter, but mine did not do this. I'm glad that it didn't change my hair because I love my nappy curls.

Has anyone else here used hennalucent without it changing their hair texture? I know that I can't be the only one.

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As far as I know they don't change your texture...but make yor curls looser and easier to manage..plus great conditioning. This is what I wanted and what I got.

 

[soslychic]

Thank you very much HennaJoy! A couple more questions: Is the color from the hennalucent damagining? Does it come in a large variety of colors like other coloring agents or just certain ones?

 

[soslychic]

Ardell Hennalucent Semi-Permanent Hair Color and Conditioner

Is this a right kind of hennalucent?

 

[soslychic]

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Hennalucent is not really a henna product. It falls more in the category of products that have a little henna in them. Typically, they don't provide the benefits of natural henna. In fact, from feedback I have received, they tend to react very differently from henna. If you are considering switching to henna, I would recommend that you actually use a 100% natural henna. It will come in powder form only and the only ingredients listed will be henna (lawsonia inermis). Henna will soften your hair and reduce shrinkage and detangle while it nourishes your hair and scalp.

Natural henna will also color your hair because it is one of those herbs that is also a natural dye. So if you want the benefit of henna but not the coloring. I would recommend lotus powder because lotus powder provides all of the conditioning benefits of henna without adding any color to the hair. If the color of the hair that natural henna is applied to is dark brown or black, the color results will primarily reddish highlights initially and then reddish brown coloring at peak color that results over time with repeated application.

Hope you get natural henna powder or the lotus powder to try. I think the benefits you are looking for will be best obtained with these two products.

HennaJoy

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What exactly do you mean, Hennajoy, by "repeated" application. How often of an application is required to receive the reddish brown highlites? Also, will 1 application produce any amount of color at all? Is the resulting color subtle or dramatic?

 

[CurlyCrly]

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I have use hennalucent twice. I love the conditioning effects but, my hair has not gotten any straighter. I keep hearing ladies say that the hennalucent made their hair straighter, but mine did not do this. I'm glad that it didn't change my hair because I love my nappy curls.

Has anyone else here used hennalucent without it changing their hair texture? I know that I can't be the only one.

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I've used the hennalucent twice too. I am texturized, so my curls are not as tightly wound as they would be if I was natural. However, they're still fairly curly. That said, no the hennalucent did not change my hair texture. Immediately after using, my curls appeared to be looser, but the next time my hair got wet, the texture was the same as it was prior to using the hennalucent. I plan to continue using it every 4-6 weeks as a protein-tupe, strengthening conditioner. It is much easier to rinse out than the lotus powder.

 

[shebababy]

I used hennalucent/sunset glo for the first time today. I mixed with a little molasses and mineral oil. My hair came out very soft and the curls are just slightly stretched out. I also have a little less shrinkage. I now have red highlights throughout my hair. I'm very happy with the results.

 

[soslychic]

I'm wanting to use hennalucent or henna just for the color. How dramatic are the red highlites? Subtle or realy standing out? Are the results more dramatic with the regular henna as opposed to the hennalucent? How often would I need to use it?

 

[Mahalialee4]

ArmyQT: What is happening re: your daughter's hair? How many henna treatments have you done to date and are you using Lotus powder on it too? Would really love to hear details and outcome. Bonjour.

 

[Mahalialee4]

Is anyone experiencing product buildup or stiffness? What I have done is used condioner and lime juice (Shampoom, use the lime and conditionerleave in 3 minutes then rinse, repeat twice if necessary) This has softened my hair considerably. How often do you use Lotus users Powder and how often are you doing the Henna conditioning treatments and is anyone using the Henna straight? How often are you moisturizing and how many are having success with softness and growth? Updates please!!!!

Bonjour.

 

[CynamonKis]

Re: I HAVE A QUESTION?????(TsAngel)

TsAngel, what is EVOO - one of the ingredients in your oil mixture?

 

[HennaJoy]

Hi Soslychic,

Just so we keep things separate. I am speaking about 100% natural henna or herbal/henna (100% natural henna and an herb). I am sure that others can give you information concerning the potential coloring effects of Hennalucent.

100% natural henna or herbal/henna, provides reddish highlights to the hair or colors the hair dependent upon the herb in the herbal/henna. However, neither has lightens the hair. So if you used a 100% natural henna powder on your hair, it can only provide a red like coloring. When your hair is very dark...darker than red...like dark brown or black, the intitial effect will be highlights seen in the sun and under direct light.

Henna is used for both coloring and conditioning. Typically a henna application is done once a month. "Repeat" applications means that you do a henna application one month...then another the next month...then another the next month...then the next month...etc. The monthly application is primarily for conditioning. But each month that you apply the henna for conditioning, you will also see more reddening of the hair.

No one can tell you exactly what color your hair will be as a result of a henna application. That depends upon the henna you use, how long you leave it in the hair, how easy or difficult it is for your specific hair to take color. Some people with dark hair will get to the more red coloring quickly. Others take those "repeated" applications. Eventually, your hair coloring reaches the peak color capacity for the henna and your hair.

If someone has light hair (blonde), they will get the natural reds from henna readily but a few people may need two applications to get a deep dark red because of the lighness of their hair. People with light and medium brown hair tend to get the natural reds from henna the easiest. Dark Brown to Black hair gets reddish highlights, burgundy/black to dark reddish/brown hair. This is a guide and not a prediction. But it is a decent idea of the range you could expect.

Again, I am not talking about Hennalucent. I am not sure how it impacts/changes specific hair colors.

 

[TsAngel]

Re: I HAVE A QUESTION?????(TsAngel)

Extra Virgin Olive Oil. You can use plain Olive Oil if you like.

 

[HOTCHOCOLATE]

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Hi Hotchocolate,

There are a number of ways the Lotus Powder Plus can be used. The Lotus Powder Plus will actually leave your hair clean. The deal is that you have to do a lot of rinsing of your hair to get all of the Lotus Powder Plus out of the hair and off the scalp. The same with any powder form of conditioner or anything used on your hair. People find using a mild shampoo helps to assure that no residual paste is left in the hair after rinsing.

Others using it may want to also comment on how and why they are using shampoo afterwards. I personally just rinse my hair a lot and only when in a hurry would I use a mild shampoo. But be flexible with it. You will find what works best for you.

HennaJoy

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Thanks HennaJoy

 

[TsAngel]

Bump

 

[lbellin]

Hello All,

It took me forever to go through all the posts re: Henna/Hennalucent. I purchased the Hennalucent from Sally's, but like a dope I have miss placed the instructions. Can anyone help a sista out?

I would greatly appreciate it.

 

[NubianQueen]

Hi Ibellin,

I am sitting here typing with a henna treatment on my head right now. This is my second application, the first was done with Hennalucent. For some reason I kept the instructions, so here they are:

HOW TO MIX

1. Pour Hennalucent into a plastic or glass container or bowl. Add VERY HOT water (at or near boiling point), stirring constantly until blended to a smooth honey-like consistency.
2. Let mixture sit a minute to stabilize. If it thickens, add more hot water. Mixture should remain creamy and moist during processing.

HOW TO APPLY

1. Apply hair conditioner along the hairline and wear gloves with all shades except Neutral to avoid staining. (My robe STILL is stained!)
2. Apply Hennalucent to moderately clean hair. If hair is very soiled or lacquered, shampoo and towel dry.
3. Use tint brush to apply H generously to the parts, starting at the crown. Touch up the hairline last. Then gently work mixture through the hair, making sure all ends are saturated.
4. Wrap a cotton strip around hairline to prevent dripping. No cap or foil is needed. DO NOT USE A HAIR DRYER.
5. Mixing H shades can be mixed thinner to dilute the intensity of the shades, just by adding more water.
6. There's no color build-up with H. H fades out of the hair shaft naturally in about 6-8 weeks.
7. To determine proper process time, see H timing guide.
8. When desired results are reached rinse hair thoroughly with warm water. Then shampoo with a mild shampoo.
9. Suggest a mild shampoo and conditioner to prolong the benefits of H betwween salon visits.
NOTE: To insure color continuity and superb conditioning apply every 4-6 weeks.
CAUTIONS: Do not use in the area of the eye, do not use on cut or abraded scalp.


There you go. I followed these instructions and my hair was dry. I read all of these posts and decided to add oils this time, use water that was not boiling and to use Rainbow Henna. I'll post my results when it's all done. Right now, it feels like it's doing 'something' on my scalp.

Good luck with your treatment!

 

[AJamericanDiva]

I bought the Hennalucent some time ago and lucky for you, I have never used it so the instructions are intact.

These are the instructions for Hennalucent Hair Toner and Conditioner :
1. Pour Hennalucent into a plastic or glass container or bowl. Add VERY HOT water (at or near boiling point), stirring constantly until blended to a smooth, honey-like consistency.
2. Let mixture sit a minute to stabilize. If if thickens, add more hot water. Mixture should remain creamy and moist during processing.

How to apply Hennalucent
1. Apply hair conditioner along the hairline and wear gloves with all shades except Neutral to avoid staining.
2. Apply Hennalucent to moderately clean hair. If hair is very soiled or lacquered, shampoo and towel dry.
3. Use tint brush to apply Hennalucent generously to the parts, starting at the crown. Touch up the hairline last. Then, gently work mixture through the hair, making sure all ends are saturated.
4. Wrap a cotton strip around hairline to prevent dripping. No cap or foil is needed. DO NOT USE A HAIR DRYER.
5. Mixing Hennalucent shades can be mixed thinner to dilute the intensity of the shades, just by adding more water.
6. There's no color build-up with the hennalucent. Hennalucent fades out of the hair shaft naturally in about 6-8 weeks.
7. To determine the proper process time, see Hennalucent timing guide.
8. When desired results are reached rinse hair thoroughly with warm water. Then shampoo with a mild shampoo.
9. Suggest a mild shampoo and conditioner to prolong the benefits of Hennalucent between salon visits.
Note: To insure color continuity and superb condtioning, apply every 4-6 weeks.
Cautions: Do not use in the area of the eye. Do not use on cut or abraded scalp.

I don't see anything that talks about natural hair, but --->

Straightened or relaxed hair : To restore elastic body and shine to relaxed hair, follow immediately with a Hennalucent conditioning treatment. Select shade and process 20-45 minutes depending on color intensity.

Hope this helps!

 

[lbellin]

Thank you so much for the speedy reply. Will be doing the treatment when I get home tonight.

Right now I have been transitioning since Jan 20, 2003 and have been trying to find a way to soften my new growth. I stumbled on this thread and decided to give it a try. I am planning to do the big chop next Jan [2004].

Will post my results tomorrow.

 

[dontspeakdefeat]

I used a neutral henna on my hair a couple of weeks ago. I was experiencing some major dryness and brittleness from doing a milk treatment. And wow the results were wonderful. I left it on for about 1 1/2 hours and them rinsed it out. I followed with a shampoo and a deep conditioner and WOW my hair came out so soft. Some of the elasticity had been restored. All of this with the first treatment. When I take my braids out I am going to do another one. I love this stuff! I just hate I did not hear about it sooner.

 

[KitaWita]

Hi ladies-

Can someone suggest what amounts of water, conditioner, and oil to add to the hennalucent? I want to make sure I have the right consistency. Is it supposed to resemble the consistency of honey or less thick?

Thanks!

 

[sassygirl125]

The Hennalucent instructions say it's supposed to look like honey. But that's too messy for me. I like for my henna/water/oil mix to be a little stiff before I add the conditioner. This way it doesn't drip and splash all over the place. I don't even measure anymore--I just go by look and feel. I add a little bit of water at a time and mix until it's a little bit stiffer than the consistency that I want. It's probably 1/2 cup of water or less. After I add 3-4 oz. of conditioner it will loosen it up a little. (Conditioner has water in it). I add about 1/4 cup (maybe less) of my oil mixture.

 

[lbellin]

Well here is the verdict.

I did the Hennalucent [Neutral] when I got home [which was about 2:30am]. Needless to say that I fell asleep with it in my hair, I put it in at 3:40am and didn't wake up until 7am. But everything turned out well. I have been transition since January 20 and the difference in the two textures is so obvious. Since using the Hennalucent, it definitely reduced the bulk in the new growth and I was able to comb my hair even before I put the conditioner in. Usually I can't even get the comb through without the conditioner. I will say that it did come out a little stiff, but it was definitely shiner and stronger.

Now has the general consensus been. Have people been doing it every week for the first month and then every six weeks after that or just every six months.

Another thing, how soon after are you washing? One person say that they washed by day three and that stiffness that they felt was gone.

Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.

 

[Allandra]

Bumping for PrettyGirl

 

[Lucia]

Ibellin, I washed right after and conditioned on my second time, but I use the hennalucent every 2 months when I take my braids down it really helps with manageability and frizz is less, not gone though but not even relaxers could do that for me when it was humid.
hth