Organix OGX Hydrate & Defrizz Kukui Oil Conditioner & Shampoo

I’ve been trying OGX products for awhile now. I was pretty skeptical because of how ridiculously cheap it is, but the Kukui Oil line has made me fall in love!

Moisture: omg I freaked out guys! This was perfect!! My curls were left frizz free and super soft!

Detangles: With how much moisture you get from this your hair will naturally detangle, it’s just great. This is true for both the conditioner and shampoo!

Definition: Once again, from how moisturizing it is your curls are defined. I seriously cannot get over how soft my hair was

Softness:  SOFT SOFT SOFT..just incase you haven’t gotten the hint

Volume: There are two kinds of volume;

MATRIX Total Results Curl Please Super Defrizzer Curl Defining Gel

Even though I was a fan of MATRIX Total Results Curl Please Contouring Lotion Curl Control Leave-In, I cannot say the same for this product. However, the ratings on most websites are over 3 stars..how? I do not know..

Hold / Definition: For a complete gel product I have higher standards for hold and definition that this one just didn’t reach. My hair wasn’t completely unruly once I stepped into this humid season that we call summer, but it definitely wasn’t tamed either.

Crunch: Gels don’t add mositure, but

MATRIX Total Results Curl Please Contouring Lotion Curl Control Leave-In

WARNING: NOT A LEAVE IN CONDTIONER! The name had me totally confused and I put this in right after the shower as my first product. Was not a happy camper when I realized it was really a gel…but anyways! This product is pretty unique. It’s a gel cream mix, but not sticky at all while maintaining a thick consistency.

Moisture: This won’t dry out your hair but i would say it helps with mositure either. I’ve used this along with moisturizing creams since my hair is dry and needs that extra mositure.

Hold/Definition: Good! Your curls won’t

Shea Moisture Curl Style Milk, Coconut & Hibiscus

Slip: As long as your hair is wet you will experience just the right amount of slip. This is considered a milk so it’s really creamy and slides through your curls nicely. 

Moisture: Well the brand is Shea Moisture so I’m pretty sure this category has a pretty obvious answer. Just I case you are having an off day, yes this mixture will give you plenty of moisture.

Hold: The defrizz ingredients of this products is what creates hold. You will get definition simply because your hair is mositurized, smooth, and defrizzed. That means you will have volume! The natural kind not the it’s humid rainy day kind. So if you like big luscious curls this is for you!

Crunch: Shea Moisture doesn’t know crunch!

Every Strand Shea And Coconut Oil Deep Hair Masque

I received this as a sample awhile back along with the Every Strand Curling Creme which you can read my review for that here.

Build-up: Most masques are pretty thick, but this one washes out real easy. So, no need to worry about build up!

Slip: This condition masque is pretty thin so you can get it through your hair family easy.

Moisture: AMMMMAAZINGG!! Seriously though my hair felt instantly softer. I actually tried this after a long

Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie

If you have used Shea Mositure before you already know how reliable this brand is. For those of you who don’t know, this all natural brand has many different lines to cover all types of curly needs. The Curl Enhancing Smoothie is a thicker mixture compared to its cousin, Curl Enhancing Milk (both pink labels). The Smoothie is recommended to use on damp hair for braids and twist out styles. I have used it for both braids and hair down styles and found it great for both!
Slip: You will not struggle to get this through your curls, but due to its thickness you have to make sure you really separate your curls to get equal coverage.
Moisture: For those dry curlies, this is a great product for you. If your hair isn’t so dry you can even use it in place of a leave in on those days you are short on time.

Hold: Definition game is pretty strong here however hold not too much. Humidity may be your arch nemesis if you don’t pair this up with a gel. I have used it with both a gel and without for my hair down and although it does not look bad without gel, you will find you are more

Devacurl Ultra Defining Gel

This review represents both the DevaCurl Ultra Definining Gel and the DevaCurl Arc AnGel, which is for chemically treated hair. I have used both products and feel like they are basically identical in preformance. I personally think this product is best used as finishing product for those who need either just a little more gel in their routine or for those who usually use cream based products to style, but need that bit of gel just for a little extra hold. If you have loose curls or wavy hair this product may just be what you are looking for!

Slip: There is a pretty good Slick factor here. The formula is fairly thin and not very sticky compared to most gels. You should be able to get it through your curls fairly easy!

Moisture: Not really a holy grail for curlies with dry hair. As I said,

L’oreal Paris EverCurl Sulfate Free Cleansing Balm for Curly Hair

This is probably my favorite co-wash. I suggest using it in between shampoo washes, if you want to be kind to your scalp, or when you are in a rush and don’t have time to shampoo and condtion.

Build-up: This co-wash rinses out pretty well. I don’t feel like it gets stuck in my hair or scalp at all.

Slip: You’ll find that this goes through your curls nicely. It does foam up a little bit, but does not get as thick as shampoo. So you should be fine getting if through.

Moisture: I have used this without conditioner. I don’t find my hair dry, still I recommend using a leave-in conditioner as always. If you decide to use a conditioner after rinsing out the co-wash, you will experience much more moisture and might be able to go without a leave-in. It’s up to you which works best in your routine!

Cleansing: Your hair WILL

L’Oreal Paris Advanced Hairstyle Curve It Curl Taming Gel-Cream

This gel-cream is great to use as a finishing product or in addition to your favorite defining cream. It is definitely an affordable staple product that every curly should try to define their gorgeous locks!

Slip: This mixture has the most slip I have ever experienced. Honestly it will just slip right through your curls. It’s amazing and makes it perfect for adding that extra hold.

Moisture: You won’t experience dryness with this but I wouldn’t say that it adds any extra moisture…after all, it is a gel….well cream..kinda. It behaves like a gel, so gel.

Hold: Just the right amount! Your curls will stay defined, but they won’t be stiff. Out of the L’oreal collection, the company rates it as

EDEN BodyWorks Coconut Shea Leave In Conditioner

This is one of the better leave-in I’ve tried! This thin cream checks out in my book.

Slick: this cream is thin enough to slip through your hair but thick enough to actually stay in your hair, perfect.

Moisture: everyone knows coconut is great for dehydrated hair, and this leave in proves that. It isn’t the most moisturizing I’ve tried but it definitely does enough for me and perfect for the summer months.

Price: $8.47 at Walmart and $8.49 at Sally beauty, affordable and works great. What more could you ask for?

Side note: After applying it to your whole head wrap your hair in a terry cloth towel or t-shirt for about 15 minutes. This allows your hair to really absorb it before adding more product. I recommend this for any leave in conditioner.