Cantu Curl Cream

First Impressions: Cantu Shea Butter for Natural Hair Coconut Curling Cream

Here goes another drugstore/beauty supply product review, well first impressions in this case. Product Claims: This curling cream will define, condition and add manageability to your curls, leaving them soft, shiny and deeply moisturized. Made with 100% pure shea butter and formulated without chemicals or harsh ingredients. Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Canola Oil, Glycerin, Ceteareth 20, …

ApHogee Curlific

Review: ApHogee Curlific! Texture Treatment

A few months ago, I posted my first impressions of ApHogee Curlific! Texture Treatment (view here). I’ve had some time to use the product; in fact, it’s nearly finished. Product Claims: Curlific! products are pH optimized for maximum results and contain our exclusive PropHytamine Complex, utilizing proteins for strength, emollients for shine and humectants for …

CJ Daily Fix

Back to Basics: Cleansing Conditioners vs. Co-Wash Conditioners (The Difference)

Cleansing conditioners and co-washing conditioners are very common amongst naturals and those on a healthy hair journey in general. Although the terms cleansing conditioners and co-wash conditioners tend to be used interchangeably, there is a difference. Cleansing conditioners contain mild surfactants such as cocamidopropyl betaine or other ingredients that act as cleansers such as kaolin …