SKALA Avocado Leave-In Hair Styling Cream

[cmw45]

This is a review of SKALA Avocado Leave-In Hair Styling Cream. I had not purchased any of the SKALA products before yesterday for two reasons principally: 1) I didn't want to end up with a bunch of products I didn't use and 2) I am on a two year C&G Challenge and there was no real reason to buy anything other than conditioners to cowash with. While at BigLots I became overwhelmed by the smell and the priced and picked up all of the products they had (7 in total). I used the Aloe Vera to cowash this morning after the gym and was not that impressed. Didn't really do anything more than my beloved V05. However, I will reserve judgement until after I have used in on my entire head. Later this evening I was goaded into removing one of my twist by a certain LHCFer (*coughs* Nonie) to do a length check. Since the hair was out I figured I would apply some of the Avocado Leave-In. I was not expecting much...the product was green and the texture was a bit runny. But I LOVE this product. My hair is so incredibly soft and extended. I would go so far to say this is a better leave in than Stay So Fro. There is zero cruchiness and NO residue; I would have no fear at all of someone touching my hair. It is SO soft. I am a 4a and for the first time since I had a TWA do I see a wash n' go in my future.

All I am saying is if you have been like me and have been avoiding the hype but are looking for a good leave-in, PLEASE give this one a try.

 

[tenderheaded]

Thank you so much for your review! I've been seriously contemplating the avocado, but haven't been able to find it. At the very least, you got a chance to try products for $1 each - I've got 2 that don't work that cost $22!

Please keep us posted as you acquire Skala fever!!!

 

[KurlyNinja]

I've tried almost all the skala products EXCEPT Avocado. I refuse to be pulled into this anymore. Secretly goes to BL

 

[justicefighter1913]

I hear you Miryoku! Though, I must admit that last week I went into BL to get some tubs and I saw some Avocado leave in. I hadn't been able to find this product in my zealous search for all things Skala. Needless to say, I purchased the product, but I didn't go overboard this time. I only purchased 2 bottles and I haven't used them yet. OP, I'm so glad that you did this review!

 

[cmw45]

I hear you Miryoku! Though, I must admit that last week I went into BL to get some tubs and I saw some Avocado leave in. I hadn't been able to find this product in my zealous search for all things Skala. Needless to say, I purchased the product, but I didn't go overboard this time. I only purchased 2 bottles and I haven't used them yet. OP, I'm so glad that you did this review!

I would encourage you to try it. I was so skeptical and almost did not pruchase it because it looks greenish and runny in the bottle. I am SO glad I did and will definitely be hitting up BL for the rest of their stash.

I've tried almost all the skala products EXCEPT Avocado. I refuse to be pulled into this anymore. Secretly goes to BL

LOL!

Thank you so much for your review! I've been seriously contemplating the avocado, but haven't been able to find it. At the very least, you got a chance to try products for $1 each - I've got 2 that don't work that cost $22!

Please keep us posted as you acquire Skala fever!!!

NP! I've been on LHCF since 2006 and have seen a lot of products get hyped and come and go...in the beginning I jumped on almost every bandwagon and only a couple of the products did what they were purported to do. However, after I tried this product and it performed so well I am seriously encouraging others to try. AND it's only a buck.

NOTE: Anyone who purchases this product from BigLots because of my review and is displeased with its performance, please feel free to PM your address so that I can send you the cost of the product and shipping. ... but no, seriously.

 

[MsChelle]

Tried this product today and will be heading back to BL tomorrow to wipe the rest of them out. I LOVE IT!!!!

 

[Angelicus]

It is a VERY good leave-in and good enough to use everyday. I love it and need to buy more.

 

[KurlyNinja]

Actually I'm using their Shea Butter and Ceramides Leave-in right now. The ingredients list isn't really extravagant but its working for my hair. Skala has very good leave-ins...

 

[pear]

Nice review cmw45! I also like the avocado leave-in and you can't beat the price. Don't sleep on the avocado masque. I have been using the masque as a deep conditioner for the past two weeks with a little hempseed oil added and all I have to say is........:trampolin

 

[simply_sweet]

I totally agree with this review. I've been searching and searching for a leave in that I love and finally found what I was looking for in the Skala Avocado leave in.

 

[Lita]

This is a review of SKALA Avocado Leave-In Hair Styling Cream. I had not purchased any of the SKALA products before yesterday for two reasons principally: 1) I didn't want to end up with a bunch of products I didn't use and 2) I am on a two year C&G Challenge and there was no real reason to buy anything other than conditioners to cowash with. While at BigLots I became overwhelmed by the smell and the priced and picked up all of the products they had (7 in total). I used the Aloe Vera to cowash this morning after the gym and was not that impressed. Didn't really do anything more than my beloved V05. However, I will reserve judgement until after I have used in on my entire head. Later this evening I was goaded into removing one of my twist by a certain LHCFer (*coughs* Nonie) to do a length check. Since the hair was out I figured I would apply some of the Avocado Leave-In. I was not expecting much...the product was green and the texture was a bit runny. But I LOVE this product. My hair is so incredibly soft and extended. I would go so far to say this is a better leave in than Stay So Fro. There is zero cruchiness and NO residue; I would have no fear at all of someone touching my hair. It is SO soft. I am a 4a and for the first time since I had a TWA do I see a wash n' go in my future.

All I am saying is if you have been like me and have been avoiding the hype but are looking for a good leave-in, PLEASE give this one a try.

Did you buy it in NY? Thanks!







Happy Hair Growing!

 

[Serenity_Peace]

Is this a heavy leave-in/moisturizer? I have very fine hair and need something lightweight that doesn't weigh the hair down or cause build up.

Thanks.

 

[Americka]

Is this a heavy leave-in/moisturizer? I have very fine hair and need something lightweight that doesn't weigh the hair down or cause build up.

Thanks.

Hey S.P.!

No, Skala is not a heavy leave in. It has a thin creamy consistency. It doesn't weigh my hair down at all nor does it cause build-up. A little is all it takes.

 

[Curlykale]

Can somebody please please post the ingredients of one of the skala leave ins? I can buy them online only and my relaxed mum is having a hard time finding a good cheap leave-in where she lives. I've been looking for the ingredients online forever. Thank you if you get the chance.

 

[Curlykale]

Hmmm I think this is the kind of product one should buy in person, I'll write why in case someone reads this: I understand from the Skala thread that some have glutaral in them, some of the same products don't.
Glutaral = "friendly" and difficult to recognize by intuition name for glutaraldehyde = a close cousin of formaldehyde, the substance in Brazilian Keratin Treatment, closely linked to cancer.

 

[KurlyNinja]

Can somebody please please post the ingredients of one of the skala leave ins? I can buy them online only and my relaxed mum is having a hard time finding a good cheap leave-in where she lives. I've been looking for the ingredients online forever. Thank you if you get the chance.

Skala Shea Butter Leave in:

Aqua (Water), Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Methylchloroisothiazolinone (and) Methylisothiazolinone, Citric Acid, Parfum (Fragrance) Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, PEG -75 Shea Butter Glycerides, FD&C Yellow #5

Skala Ceramides Leave-in:

Aqua (Water), Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Ceramides G3: (Laureth-2 (and) Mireth-2 (and) Octyldodecanol (and) Cetyl Lactate (and) (and) Soybean Oil (and) Hydrogenated Polyisobutene (and Ethyl Linoleate (and Ethyl Oleate), Methylchloroisothiazolinone (and) Methylisothiazolinone, Citric Acid, Parfum (Fragrance).

I wrote the ingredients just like it says on the back of the bottles... I should probably look up som eof these ingredients...

 

[Curlykale]

Thank you so much Miryoku!

 

[NaturallyYours2]

I recently purchased this product and love it. It leaves my hair soft and shiny. I will use up the two bottles I purchased before buying more. It's now my favorita Skala product.