Showing posts with label wetline. Show all posts
Showing posts with label wetline. Show all posts
Saturday, September 16, 2017
2017-09-16 Wash Day: Aunt Jackie's Don't Shrink Flaxseed Elongating Curling Gel Wash n Go
Hey, beautiful people! This weekend I was in the mood to do a wash n' go with a product that has been in my stash for awhile but unopened.
First, I deep conditioned my hair overnight with the Shea Moisture Superfruit 10-in-1 Renewal System Hair Mask. This conditioner is just ok. My hair has never been a big Shea Moisture fan, and this was no exception. Additionally, I've found that my hair needs at least a little protein each deep conditioning to stay strong, likely because it is fine in coarseness. When I don't have protein in my deep conditioner, I see more hair in the shower and more breakage during styling.
Next, I washed my hair with the Camille Rose Sweet Ginger Cleansing Rinse. I have always thought of this as a shampoo until someone corrected me, and told me that it is a cross between a shampoo and a co-wash as a "rinse."
Then, I used Garnier Whole Blends Replenishing Conditioner (Olive Oil) to detangle my hair. This performed better than the Honey Treasures (which made my scalp itch). I had no itching with this one, so I tossed the Honey Treasures.
Next, I used As I Am Leave-in Conditioner on one quadrant of my hair before I ran out, and Soultanicals Mango Dip Detangling Slip for the rest. I love the As I Am leave-in, and I think I like the Soultanicals too, but I want to use it a few more times to be sure.
Finally, I raked and shingled Aunt Jackie's Don't Shrink Flaxseed Elongating Curling Gel. I was not going to try this gel because I hated a different Aunt Jackie's product in the past, but the thought of flaxseed swayed me and I am glad it did. This gel reminds me of Wetline Extreme Gel, but it may be easier to spread. It gives my hair similar definition and sheen. However, by day two of this wash n' go, my hair was dry and crispy.
ETA 10/1/2017: The dryness may be from the Soultanicals Mango Dip Detangling Slip.
ETA 10/1/2017: The dryness may be from the Soultanicals Mango Dip Detangling Slip.
Monday, September 4, 2017
2017 Mid-Year Favorites
Hello Beautiful People! I have always wondered why Favorites lists tend to only come out on blogs at the end of the year, after all of the Black Friday sales are done. I am also trying to minimize and focus the number of product brands that I purchase from because my product stash is a little bigger than I would like it to be (currently 46 products, not including my daughter's products). Thus, I challenged myself in this list to only identify my top two products in each category right now. As natural haircare has evolved, every product on this list, except one, is available in brick and mortar stores.
Favorite Overall Brand
- Camille Rose Naturals
- Mielle Organics
Favorite Multi-Use Products
- Jane Carter Curl Defining Cream (leave-in, wash n' go definer, twist/braid cream)
- Oyin Hair Dew (leave-in & moisturizer)
Moisturizing, Light Protein Deep Conditioners
- Silk Dreams Vanilla Silk Moisture Dream
- Curl Junkie Repair Me! Reconstructive Hair Treatment (this is a strong protein for some)
Cleansers
- Camille Rose Sweet Ginger Cleansing Rinse
- Carol’s Daughter Black Vanilla Sulfate-free Shampoo
Rinse Out Conditioners
- Herbal Essence Long Term Relationship Conditioner
- Garnier Fructis Hydra Recharge
Leave-in Conditioners
- As I Am Naturally Leave-in Conditioner
- Curl Junkie Curl Assurance Smoothing Lotion
Moisturizers
- Oyin Hair Dew
- Mielle Organics Moisturizing Avocado Hair Milk
Wash n Go Gels
- Wetline Extreme Gel (ulta defined wash n go)
- Uncle Funky’s Daughter Curly Magic Curl Stimulator (fluffy wash n go)
Braid & Twist Creams
- Jane Carter Curl Defining Cream
- Camille Rose Aloe Whipped Butter Gel
Heat Stylers
- Carol’s Daughters Chocolat Blow Dry Cream
- It's A 10 Leave-in Conditioner
Oil Pre-mixes
- Camille Rose Cocoa Nibs & Honey Ultimate Growth Serum
- Mielle Organics Mint Almond Oil
Pure Oils
- Essential Depot Avocado Oil
- Tropic Isle Living Jamaican Black Castor Oil
I'll check back in March 2018 to see if/how this list has changed.
What are some of your favorites?
Favorite Overall Brand
- Camille Rose Naturals
- Mielle Organics
Favorite Multi-Use Products
- Jane Carter Curl Defining Cream (leave-in, wash n' go definer, twist/braid cream)
- Oyin Hair Dew (leave-in & moisturizer)
Moisturizing, Light Protein Deep Conditioners
- Silk Dreams Vanilla Silk Moisture Dream
- Curl Junkie Repair Me! Reconstructive Hair Treatment (this is a strong protein for some)
Cleansers
- Camille Rose Sweet Ginger Cleansing Rinse
- Carol’s Daughter Black Vanilla Sulfate-free Shampoo
Rinse Out Conditioners
- Herbal Essence Long Term Relationship Conditioner
- Garnier Fructis Hydra Recharge
Leave-in Conditioners
- As I Am Naturally Leave-in Conditioner
- Curl Junkie Curl Assurance Smoothing Lotion
Moisturizers
- Oyin Hair Dew
- Mielle Organics Moisturizing Avocado Hair Milk
Wash n Go Gels
- Wetline Extreme Gel (ulta defined wash n go)
- Uncle Funky’s Daughter Curly Magic Curl Stimulator (fluffy wash n go)
Braid & Twist Creams
- Jane Carter Curl Defining Cream
- Camille Rose Aloe Whipped Butter Gel
Heat Stylers
- Carol’s Daughters Chocolat Blow Dry Cream
- It's A 10 Leave-in Conditioner
Oil Pre-mixes
- Camille Rose Cocoa Nibs & Honey Ultimate Growth Serum
- Mielle Organics Mint Almond Oil
Pure Oils
- Essential Depot Avocado Oil
- Tropic Isle Living Jamaican Black Castor Oil
I'll check back in March 2018 to see if/how this list has changed.
What are some of your favorites?
Saturday, July 15, 2017
Wash Day 07-12-2017 - Mielle Organics and Wetline Extreme Gel
Hello Beautiful People,
This post is a little overdue because I washed my hair during the week, but I did not have time to style it. I have been in a wash n' go mood lately, so I decided to do one this week.
I started first with the Camille Rose Sweet Ginger Cleansing Rinse shampoo, which is a favorite of mine right now. Next, I used the Shea Moisture Low Porosity Conditioner, which I bought before Shea Moisture-gate. This conditioner works ok, but it doesn't have the most slip.
After getting out of the shower, I used my Mielle Organics Avocado Hair Milk, which is becoming a fast favorite and reminds me a lot of Oyin Hair Dew. Then I used the rake and smooth method with Wetline Extreme Gel to style my wash n' go. For those who are new or not familiar with the rake and smooth method, I first sectioned my hair into about 8 sections, raking gel first through with extra emphasis on my roots and ends, and then smoothing the gel covered section by holding the section into my hand like a sandwich and pulling my hand down the section. When I was done, I used hairpins to pin the top and front edges of my hair, which are a different texture from the majority of my hair. When I was done, I put my hair in a microfiber hair towel for 30 minutes to speed up the drying process.
This was the most defined wash n' go that I have had in awhile! My curls were clumped and easily seen. It also lasted for four days, which is the longest I have had a wash n' go. It likely would have lasted longer, but I wanted a different style today.
The only downside is that it took two days for my hair to dry.
Total styling time = 40 minutes
Friday, December 30, 2016
2016 Favorites
Hey, beautiful people! Merry
Christmas and a happy new year (in advance)!
The end of the year is here, so it is time for my annual list of favorites. This year, there were a few surprises for me
because the products were not on my radar till I tried them. Of course there were also some reoccurring
favorites:
Moisturizing, Light Protein Deep Conditioners:
- Aubrey Organics Island Naturals Replenishing Conditioner (discontinued?)
- Silk Dreams Mocha Silk Infusion
- Silk Dreams Shea What Therapeutic Conditioning Masque
Cleansers
Rinse Out Conditioner
- Herbal Essence Long Term Relationship Conditioner
- Herbal Essence Totally Twisted Conditioner (discontinued?)
- Garnier Fructis Hydra Recharge Conditioner
- Herbal Essence Totally Twisted Conditioner (discontinued?)
- Garnier Fructis Hydra Recharge Conditioner
Leave-in Conditioners & Moisturizers
- ORI Essentials Leave-in
Gels (for bunning and wash n’ go)
Braid & Twist Creams
Heat Stylers
Oils & Mix-ins
- Glycerin
- Silk Amino Acids
Saturday, August 27, 2016
Tuesday, August 23, 2016
08-21-2016 Wash Day (Wetline Extreme Gel)
Hey, beautiful people! I am really late in posting about my last wash day, but I still wanted to post so that I remember what I did.
Yet again, I forgot to do my deep conditioner overnight, so I decided to do a clay wash this time. I washed my hair with Naturalicious Moroccan Rhassoul 5-in-1 Clay Treatment. In full disclaimer, I know the owner of the company and I got this bottle for free when I attended one of her events. That being said, it doesn't affect the way I review the product. This was the second time I tried out this product. The first time, I purchased the clay wash years ago and I had a hard time maneuvering the product while trying to wash my hair in the shower because it is somewhat runny. This time, I figured it out and I really liked the way it made my hair feel, especially since I didn't deep condition. My hair felt cleansed, but not stripped, and it was buttery soft.
When I got out the shower, I put Oyin Hair Dew on my hair as my leave-in. Then, I used Wetline Extreme Gel to do my wash n' go. As this is a thicker gel, like Eco Styler, I used the shingle method. Then, I put my hair up in a turbie twist to absorb some of the excess water and speed up the drying process, while I got dressed. Finally, I put a couple hair pins at my crown and just let it hang while I went about my day.
I loved my results! The wetline reminds me of my pink eco styler, but with a stronger hold; and reminds me of the krystal eco styler hold but without the flakes. It's the best of both worlds. The only problem is that it still takes forever to dry because it is so thick. It took about 2 days. I'm going to see if I can get it down to 1 by using less gel. If so, this may be right up there with my Camille Rose Curl Maker and Uncle Funky's Daughter Curly Magic.
Total Wash & Styling Time - 25 minutes
Yet again, I forgot to do my deep conditioner overnight, so I decided to do a clay wash this time. I washed my hair with Naturalicious Moroccan Rhassoul 5-in-1 Clay Treatment. In full disclaimer, I know the owner of the company and I got this bottle for free when I attended one of her events. That being said, it doesn't affect the way I review the product. This was the second time I tried out this product. The first time, I purchased the clay wash years ago and I had a hard time maneuvering the product while trying to wash my hair in the shower because it is somewhat runny. This time, I figured it out and I really liked the way it made my hair feel, especially since I didn't deep condition. My hair felt cleansed, but not stripped, and it was buttery soft.
When I got out the shower, I put Oyin Hair Dew on my hair as my leave-in. Then, I used Wetline Extreme Gel to do my wash n' go. As this is a thicker gel, like Eco Styler, I used the shingle method. Then, I put my hair up in a turbie twist to absorb some of the excess water and speed up the drying process, while I got dressed. Finally, I put a couple hair pins at my crown and just let it hang while I went about my day.
I loved my results! The wetline reminds me of my pink eco styler, but with a stronger hold; and reminds me of the krystal eco styler hold but without the flakes. It's the best of both worlds. The only problem is that it still takes forever to dry because it is so thick. It took about 2 days. I'm going to see if I can get it down to 1 by using less gel. If so, this may be right up there with my Camille Rose Curl Maker and Uncle Funky's Daughter Curly Magic.
Total Wash & Styling Time - 25 minutes
The picture on the left is wet hair.
The picture on the right is day 2 of my wash n' go, after it dried.
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