The Official Mane 'N Tail Users Club

[SouthernGirl]

You can count me in the MNT club. My weekly deep conditioner is the original MNT + oils (Cathy Howse's recipe). I used it last week and my hair did very well. This week I tried Aphogee (why did I do that when I don't have any breakage??) and now it's a little hard so I will be moisturizing alot and sticking to my MNT in the future, unless I get breakage.

I just remember how in high school, the girls with great hair were using MNT.

Hey There Beloved1

Welcome to the club!! We are all very happy to have you

Do keep us all posted on your successes.

Regards,
SG

 

[Leshia]

I used this today for the first time since high school. Softness, slip, yet strength...I'm IN!

 

[lavnder]

I started using MNT for the first time last week, and I am so amazed with this product... I will definelty be using this in my regimine.

 

[Atiramisu]

MNT shamp/cond. w/other products

i've noticed that if i use Mane N' Tail shampoo directly followed by the MNT Moisturizing Conditioner, i don't have to use a detangler. if i put anything in between the results aren't as good.

if i have anything additional to do (cholestrol, hot oil, etc.) is it ok to do these first -- i'm trying to keep the MNT products together. i was AMAZED at how silky, soft and detangled my hair was after i realized using the 2 together made such a difference.

best,
AT

 

[SouthernGirl]

Hey Girlies,

I've finally got computer access full time again and I must say that it's nice to see everyone still carrying the MNT torch I believe we've started a revolution here!

I have a slight change to my regimen (again) I still use MNT the same way, but after washing w/the shampoo, I started using Breakthru. I think Dana uses it, and I tried it for slip and I really liked it. After I rinse it out, I out the MNT leave in on, only very little because I was getting too much protein a while back. I also do CO washes with it about once per week, and I love how it makes my hair feel.

Luv ya'll,
SG

 

[Tru_Mind]

Now that my shampoo is on E I'm looking for something that gives strength not just moisture, so I will be buying MNT sometime next week. I might even buy it tomorrow!

I was going to get the MNT shampoo and continue to use the leave-in that I use now, but after reading this thread I'm thinking that I should try the MNT conditioner too. Since I'm looking to strengthen my hair I will be using the MNT conditioner as a leave-in too.

Can I spray my leave-in on top of the MNT conditioner(using as a leave-in)...or is that too mush?

Will just using the shampoo alone strenghten by hair too?

 

[SouthernGirl]

Now that my shampoo is on E I'm looking for something that gives strength not just moisture, so I will be buying MNT sometime next week. I might even buy it tomorrow!

I was going to get the MNT shampoo and continue to use the leave-in that I use now, but after reading this thread I'm thinking that I should try the MNT conditioner too. Since I'm looking to strengthen my hair I will be using the MNT conditioner as a leave-in too.

Can I spray my leave-in on top of the MNT conditioner(using as a leave-in)...or is that too mush?

Will just using the shampoo alone strenghten by hair too?

Hi Tru Mind

Does your leave-in conditioner contain protein? If so, it may be a little too much with the MNT conditioner. You really won't need anything else if you use the MNT one, so I would say use one or the other.

Also, the shampoo alone is pretty strengthening in my opinion, but I've never used it w/o the MNT conditioner. If you use the MNT poo alone, I'll warn you, it does NOT give you slip! You'll have to either follow up with a mositurizing poo (I use CON or Breakthru), or the MNT detangler works well. This is also where you could substitute your leave-in that you mentioned.

Is this confusing?? Hope it helped!!!
SG

 

[tryn2growmyhair]

Hey Girlies,

I've finally got computer access full time again and I must say that it's nice to see everyone still carrying the MNT torch I believe we've started a revolution here!

I have a slight change to my regimen (again) I still use MNT the same way, but after washing w/the shampoo, I started using Breakthru. I think Dana uses it, and I tried it for slip and I really liked it. After I rinse it out, I out the MNT leave in on, only very little because I was getting too much protein a while back. I also do CO washes with it about once per week, and I love how it makes my hair feel.

Luv ya'll,
SG

I stopped using MNT for a while as well because my hair became brittle, I worried that I was getting too much protein. I was using it after every wash as part of the Cathy Howse Conditioner recipe. The other ingredients in the recipe -- coconut oil, olive oil and peppermint -- agree with my hair, so I knew it was the Mane N T and so I went back to my moisturizing conditioner and deep proteins at the scheduled time. Question for you, SG, how did you know that you were getting too much protein and how exactly did you cut back?

 

[Tru_Mind]

Hi Tru Mind

Does your leave-in conditioner contain protein? If so, it may be a little too much with the MNT conditioner. You really won't need anything else if you use the MNT one, so I would say use one or the other.

Also, the shampoo alone is pretty strengthening in my opinion, but I've never used it w/o the MNT conditioner. If you use the MNT poo alone, I'll warn you, it does NOT give you slip! You'll have to either follow up with a mositurizing poo (I use CON or Breakthru), or the MNT detangler works well. This is also where you could substitute your leave-in that you mentioned.

Is this confusing?? Hope it helped!!!
SG

Thankx SG!!

I use Fantasia IC leave-in and it does contain protein. I've decided that I'm gonna try the MNT shampoo first, and if my hair likes it then I'll try the MNT conditioner.

My decision might change once I enter Sally's though!!!LOL

Even though it's cheaper at Wal-mart I'm going to purchase it from Sally instead of Wal-mart, because I can return it if my hair doesn't like it.

 

[Tru_Mind]

Thankx SG!!

I use Fantasia IC leave-in and it does contain protein. I've decided that I'm gonna try the MNT shampoo first, and if my hair likes it then I'll try the MNT conditioner.

My decision might change once I enter Sally's though!!!LOL

Even though it's cheaper at Wal-mart I'm going to purchase it from Sally instead of Wal-mart, because I can return it if my hair doesn't like it.

I finally bought the Mane 'n Tail Shampoo, I used it, and I like it! I didn't think that I would notice a difference as soon as I did. While I was rinsing my hair my hair felt stronger. I thought that it would take weeks to feel a difference! I'm glad that it didn't!

I remember buying Pantene years ago, so that I could have healthier shiny hair in weeks. Truthfully, I didn't notice a d*mn thing in weeks...and I used Pantene for a couple of years!

SG, it does have some slip...and I don't have to use another shampoo behind it. Soon, I will be getting the conditioner!

I did buy the big bottle from Wal-mart instead, but after smelling it first. I don't know why I thought that it will have this awful vomitty smell...but it smells nice. I don't know why I had to smell it first, because I no longer buy shampoos just because they smell good. I've learned that lesson a long time ago. Good smell does not equal good shampoo!!

I remember holding a MNT bottle in my hand years ago for about five minutes and I set it back on the self and bought some other crap (can’t even remember what it was). The horse on the bottle and the human/animal use is what turned me off.

Thankx again SG!!

 

[Tru_Mind]

I finally bought the MNT Shampoo, I used it, and I like it! I didn't think that I would notice a difference as soon as I did. While I was rinsing my hair my hair felt stronger. I thought that it would take weeks to feel a difference! I'm glad that it didn't!

I remember buying Pantene years ago, so that I could have healthier shiny hair in weeks. Truthfully, I didn't notice a d*mn thing in weeks...and I used Pantene for a couple of years!

SG, it does have some slip...and I don't have to use another shampoo behind it. Soon, I will be getting the conditioner!

I did buy the big bottle from Wal-mart instead, but after smelling it first. I don't know why I thought that it will have this awful vomitty smell...but it smells nice. I don't know why I had to smell it first, because I no longer buy shampoos just because they smell good. I've learned that lesson a long time ago. Good smell does not equal good shampoo!!

I remember holding a MNT bottle in my hand years ago for about five minutes and I set it back on the self and bought some other crap (can’t even remember what it was). The horse on the bottle and the human/animal use is what turned me off.

Thankx again SG!!

I just bought the MNT conditioner!

 

[HealthyHair35]

Hello everyone. I just tried the MNT poo and original conditioner. I rinsed the conditioner out and my hair feels very rough. Is that a sign of too much protein? Should I use a moisturizing con after the MNT poo instead of the original? Thanks for your help.

 

[Tru_Mind]

After using MNT Shampoo & Conditioner it looks like my ends where freshly cut!!! I don't need Amla oil anymore! I think that my hair regime is set!!

Another good thing is that I don't have to put any oil in my wet hair the conditioner as a leave-in is enough(the conditioner has oils in it). I know this, because I put the same amount of oil that I usually put in my hair when I was using my other products, and that little bit of oil is now too much oil.

 

[tryn2growmyhair]

Hello everyone. I just tried the MNT poo and original conditioner. I rinsed the conditioner out and my hair feels very rough. Is that a sign of too much protein? Should I use a moisturizing con after the MNT poo instead of the original? Thanks for your help.

MNT does not work for everyone. I saw the poo today and decided that it would be to harsh for me. I always have to mix the conditioner with oils as part of the Cathy Howse recipe and I ALWAYS follow that up with moisturizer. My hair still became dry and brittle, so I don't know if I will be buying it again. I asked a question about this on this thread, but no one responded, so I think that I will be leaving the MNT Users Club soon, unfortunately.

 

[CLASSYEBONYGIRL]

I have been using Mane and Tail before I became a member of this board and I won't be buying it again when both big bottles of shampoo and conditioner are finished. It makes my hair very dry and dull. The only good thing about it is that it makes your hair very soft, bouncy and it is a great detangler. I think it worked better for me when I had relaxed hair but since my hair is texturized now it doesn't work too well for me.

 

[Atiramisu]

Hi Everyone -- Well, I've definitely decided that MNT Conditioner provides the silkiest feeling (Is this what's referred to as "slip?") and I don't seem to get this with any other conditioner -- Humectress, NTM Daily, Suave Milk&Honey -- nothing seems to be as silky as MNT Shampoo followed by MNT Conditioner.

My question is -- is it ok to do a deep conditioning treatment under the dryer first? Prior to using the MNT duo? (This way I can use up all this extra stuff I have in my closet!)

If anyone has advice on whether or not it's harmful to do the deep conditioning first, I'd appreciate it. Lately I've had to follow up with the MNT Duo, just to get the detangling/silky feel that I want (& need!)

~AT

 

[SouthernGirl]

I finally bought the Mane 'n Tail Shampoo, I used it, and I like it! I didn't think that I would notice a difference as soon as I did. While I was rinsing my hair my hair felt stronger. I thought that it would take weeks to feel a difference! I'm glad that it didn't!

I remember buying Pantene years ago, so that I could have healthier shiny hair in weeks. Truthfully, I didn't notice a d*mn thing in weeks...and I used Pantene for a couple of years!

SG, it does have some slip...and I don't have to use another shampoo behind it. Soon, I will be getting the conditioner!

I did buy the big bottle from Wal-mart instead, but after smelling it first. I don't know why I thought that it will have this awful vomitty smell...but it smells nice. I don't know why I had to smell it first, because I no longer buy shampoos just because they smell good. I've learned that lesson a long time ago. Good smell does not equal good shampoo!!

I remember holding a MNT bottle in my hand years ago for about five minutes and I set it back on the self and bought some other crap (can’t even remember what it was). The horse on the bottle and the human/animal use is what turned me off.

Thankx again SG!!

Hey Tru Mind

I am sooooo excited for you That is AWESOME! I'm so glad you're happy w/the product. I always hold my breath when people first try it. And, I'm glad you noticed some slip! I hate having to use another shampoo behind it, but sometimes I think I have to.

Keep up the great work, girlie!

SG

 

[Tru_Mind]

Hey Tru Mind

I am sooooo excited for you That is AWESOME! I'm so glad you're happy w/the product. I always hold my breath when people first try it. And, I'm glad you noticed some slip! I hate having to use another shampoo behind it, but sometimes I think I have to.

Keep up the great work, girlie!

SG

SG,

I think that I'm set for a long time...maybe even forever!

tru

 

[Tru_Mind]

Hi Everyone -- Well, I've definitely decided that MNT Conditioner provides the silkiest feeling (Is this what's referred to as "slip?") and I don't seem to get this with any other conditioner -- Humectress, NTM Daily, Suave Milk&Honey -- nothing seems to be as silky as MNT Shampoo followed by MNT Conditioner.

My question is -- is it ok to do a deep conditioning treatment under the dryer first? Prior to using the MNT duo? (This way I can use up all this extra stuff I have in my closet!)

If anyone has advice on whether or not it's harmful to do the deep conditioning first, I'd appreciate it. Lately I've had to follow up with the MNT Duo, just to get the detangling/silky feel that I want (& need!)

~AT

Hi AT,

I'm glad to hear that you have slip too!

I used the MNT conditioner as a deep conditioner for the first time the other day, and it worked out great! I deep conditioned after I washed(that's how they do it in the salons) and I have always done it this way. The only thing that I do before a wash it a hot oil treatment, because its greasy.

I washed, deep conditioned, rinsed, and put a tiny bit of the conditioner in as a leave-in.

Ooooh...I see what you're saying! I don't know if it's ok. I plan on not using anything else with the duo in order to avoid what the other ladies are experiencing. You don't want to over do it...MNT has protein in it!

I was going to get Amla Oil and use it as a pre-poo...but not anymore! I don't need it...that would be over doing it!

tru

 

[SouthernGirl]

Hey Girls

I just wanted to say congrats to all of you that are having such great success w/MNT!!! I know it's not great for everyone and can be a bit high-maintenance, but it's my jewel.

Welcome Leshia, Lavnder, Atiramisu

I'll try to answer all questions here:

Tryingtogrow: I'm sorry MNT isn't working for you so well. When I felt I was getting too much protein, I knew because my hair just felt too brittle. Now, I won't contribute it all to MNT because it may have also been diet and other things. What I did for a while was to continue using the shampoo and conditioner, but I would just rinse it out instead of leaving it in. Now my hair's doing great, and I use it as a leave-in again.

Atiramisu: You can definitely use other stuff before the MNT!!! I love to do that, because like you, I love using the duo. I think you get maximum benefits that way. Plus, like you said, it's a great way to get rid of old stuff. I'm doing a deep conditioner as we speak, and I'll follow up with MNT poo and con. Let me know how you like it!!

Classyebonygirl: Sorry it didn't work for you, but I never used it when my hair wasn't relaxed. I must admit, my hair doesn't have much sheen at all when I use it. I would even go as far as to say that it looks dull, but it is soft, tangle-free! The benefits (mainly strength) far outweigh the dullness in my opinion. Plus, once I add a bit of WGO (as in my 2004 Hair Journey Mane N Tail Experiment photos), I get the shine I want. I hope you find something else you like hunnie

SG

 

[CLASSYEBONYGIRL]

Classyebonygirl: Sorry it didn't work for you, but I never used it when my hair wasn't relaxed. I must admit, my hair doesn't have much sheen at all when I use it. I would even go as far as to say that it looks dull, but it is soft, tangle-free! The benefits (mainly strength) far outweigh the dullness in my opinion. Plus, once I add a bit of WGO (as in my 2004 Hair Journey Mane N Tail Experiment photos), I get the shine I want. I hope you find something else you like hunnie

SG[/QUOTE]

Hey Southerngirl,

Your such a sweetheart. Thanks for not being offended about me giving your favorite hair product a thumbs down. I had already experimented with the conditioner by adding some honey to it and end results were alot better. I am going to take your advice and add some WGO to the conditioner and see if I can fall inlove again like I was before I found AO shampoo and conditioner.

 

[SouthernGirl]

Hey Southerngirl,

Your such a sweetheart. Thanks for not being offended about me giving your favorite hair product a thumbs down. I had already experimented with the conditioner by adding some honey to it and end results were alot better. I am going to take your advice and add some WGO to the conditioner and see if I can fall inlove again like I was before I found AO shampoo and conditioner.[/QUOTE]

Aw, you're sweet too

I would never be offended if someone didn't like MNT or anything else I recommended! I know not everything works for everyone. I've tried some stuff others have recommended that didn't work at all for me.

It takes time to find something that works. After using this stuff for so long, I STILL have to tweek my regimen every now and then to get great results, like the WGO in the conditioner!!!

I hope it works for you, but if not, we'll have to find you something else

SG

 

[NewlyNature12]

B U M P I N G

 

[Wanderland]

Hi guys, I'm not sure I'm a true convert but MNT is now on my staples list. I don't like it as a rinse out conditioner it wasn't heavy enough but as a leave in conditioner it is FANTASTIC!!! I've finally found a rountine that completely defines my naps and it includes mane and tail. I wash my hair then add about a quarter size of MNT conditioner (the orginal), then a quarter a size of coconut oil, then a small dab of fantasia ic gel. I've gotten so many complements on my hair, and this from people who see my hair and the changes that i go through all the time. My hair just seems to absorb the mnt, which is why i don't use it for a deep conditioner but that is exactly what i want from a leave in. So thanks ladies if this obsessive thread about mnt didn't exist i would have never picked it up. THANKS

 

[BAILEYSCREAM]

I bought the Mane & Tail deep moisturizing shampoo (it has that glossy look like porosity control conditioner), now I need to buy the conditioner, I'll look out for it. I also bought the M&T detangler.

I have a Mane and Tail & body shampoo from way back (but that doesn't count because it's been mixed with so many other shampoos)

 

[SouthernGirl]

Hi guys, I'm not sure I'm a true convert but MNT is now on my staples list. I don't like it as a rinse out conditioner it wasn't heavy enough but as a leave in conditioner it is FANTASTIC!!! I've finally found a rountine that completely defines my naps and it includes mane and tail. I wash my hair then add about a quarter size of MNT conditioner (the orginal), then a quarter a size of coconut oil, then a small dab of fantasia ic gel. I've gotten so many complements on my hair, and this from people who see my hair and the changes that i go through all the time. My hair just seems to absorb the mnt, which is why i don't use it for a deep conditioner but that is exactly what i want from a leave in. So thanks ladies if this obsessive thread about mnt didn't exist i would have never picked it up. THANKS

Hey Wanderland

That's awesome!!! I'm so glad you had great results. I'm assuming you just leave the conditioner in and wear your natural curls? Sounds beautiful!!! You'll absolutely love doing this in the warm summer months, especially in Chicago

I love it when I'm really post-relaxer and I do the same thing. Since my hair is relaxed bone straight, it's the only time I get a little more of my natural texture. Nice to know it works for relaxed and natural heads!!!

Take care,
SG

 

[SouthernGirl]

I bought the Mane & Tail deep moisturizing shampoo (it has that glossy look like porosity control conditioner), now I need to buy the conditioner, I'll look out for it. I also bought the M&T detangler.

I have a Mane and Tail & body shampoo from way back (but that doesn't count because it's been mixed with so many other shampoos)

I haven't tried the deep moisturizing one, but I think Miracle uses it. Lots of people love it!!!

Good luck girlie,
SG

 

[miracle]

I bought the Mane & Tail deep moisturizing shampoo (it has that glossy look like porosity control conditioner), now I need to buy the conditioner, I'll look out for it. I also bought the M&T detangler.

I have a Mane and Tail & body shampoo from way back (but that doesn't count because it's been mixed with so many other shampoos)

The MNT Deep Moisturizing Conditioner is excellent stuff. I usually use the Deep Moisturizing Shampoo and Conditioner when I have a lot of new growth. It smoothes it out very nicely (to where I can hardly tell that I have new growth) and I have little to no shedding afterwards. Great product!!

 

[Angelicus]

Well, I tried to stray from the MNT but ran back to it.

I usually co-wash my hair daily, then apply vaseline to my ends before putting it in a wet bun. One day I decided to use my Dr. Bronners Soap as a shampoo but it could not get the grease off my hair. It left my scalp clean but the hair shaft had buildup. So I ran back to my MNT original shampoo. My hair was soft, silky and all the grease was removed.

I do have a question. It was called to my attention that the original conditioner is also sold in a gallon sized jug. I would like this jug badly. Where do you think I can purchase this gallon jug offline? I have already tried PetSmart and Double M Feed. I will soon try Wal-Mart's new pet center store online & Sam's Club to inquire if they supply it.

 

[SouthernGirl]

Well, I tried to stray from the MNT but ran back to it.

I usually co-wash my hair daily, then apply vaseline to my ends before putting it in a wet bun. One day I decided to use my Dr. Bronners Soap as a shampoo but it could not get the grease off my hair. It left my scalp clean but the hair shaft had buildup. So I ran back to my MNT original shampoo. My hair was soft, silky and all the grease was removed.

I do have a question. It was called to my attention that the original conditioner is also sold in a gallon sized jug. I would like this jug badly. Where do you think I can purchase this gallon jug offline? I have already tried PetSmart and Double M Feed. I will soon try Wal-Mart's new pet center store online & Sam's Club to inquire if they supply it.

Wow, gallon-size jug?? I didn't even know they sold one that large. If you haven't seen it in the stores you mentioned, maybe a store that sells in bulk may carry it. I'm thinking Cosco, Sams Club, or BJ's Wholesale. It would most likely be in the pet section.

HTH,
SG