I have another detailed review for you. Shortly after completing my latest Ouidad review, these two products were sent to me.
Stronger Hold Gel & Restore +Revive Bi-Phase Spray
These two are apart of Ouidad’s Advanced Climate Control line and the official launch date will be April 3, 2018. Keep reading to see how you can get 20% off your purchase of these two products. Promo code posted below.
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#CoilySue86 Fresh Wash-n-go & #Ouidad Stronger Hold Gel
This gel does have a stronger hold. It dries faster though. I kept having to add a little water to my fingers while separating my hair. However, it doesn’t leave my hair crunchy or flaky. It adds shine and enhances the definition of my coily hair.
The hold does last a couple days. As I type this, it’s been two days since I’ve applied this gel. It’s gotten softer, but the frizz hasn’t formed. My coils are still collected.
This spray is a mix of pink-colored oils and a clear liquid. You have to shake it a little before spraying to get the benefits of this spray.
Revived Coils with #Ouidad’s Restore + Revive Bi-Phase Spray
I used this spray the next day after taking off my bonnet. My hair was smashed down, basically having helmet hair.
It added moisture to my hair and allowed my coils to spring back up. Of course, I had to use my hands a little but the curl definition wasn’t disturbed. The water in the spray did not reverse the hold of the gel that was previously applied. Which, that was something that I was afraid would happen.
My hair after the gym two days later.
My coils are still frizz-free-ish. I Say free-ish because you know… Natural Hair rebellion. 😆
Y’all!
This photo had me shook, though because I was in the gym sweating two hours ago and my hair still has definition!
Final Thoughts:
I really like this line for my wash-n-gos. The Advanced Climate Control line makes it easier to keep a wash-n-go.
These two new products will go on presale April 3, 2018.
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The wonderful people at Ouidad has recently reached out to me to review their Advanced Climate Control line. This line of hair care products offers to prevent frizz, flyaways, and unwanted volume and helps curls look more defined.
I’m always excited to try new products. Especially, when they are offered to me. However, I was skeptical of how these products would work for my hair because 1.) my hair is rebellious, even the baby hairs rebel and 2.) they don’t often show women with my hair type in their ads.
I was curious to see how this would work on my hair in the climate I am in.
I just moved to Kansas City, Kansas from Cleveland, Ohio. I’ve noticed that this state is much drier than it is in Ohio. In my home state, it is much more humid considering lake Erie was close enough for me to walk to.
Here in Kansas, they get “fire weather” alerts. Yes! It gets that dry. Ouidad Advanced Climate Control.
So? Does it work on kinky curls? Does it work on tightly textured afro coils?
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Allow me to break it all down to you.
Before:
This is after my first attempt at using Ouidad’s Advanced Climate Control line.
It didn’t turn out so well. I’ll explain more at the bottom of this review.
The advanced climate control defrizzing shampoo is sulfate free! Yay!
Yet, it still offers a beautiful lather and it gets my scalp clean. It can effectively wash my hair and I won’t be left with that super squeaking clean that makes my strands stick together.
Advanced Climate Control Defrizzing Shampoo.Advanced Climate Control Defrizzing Shampoo. CoilySue86
But does it “defrizz” or even prevent frizzing?
Actually, yes. This shampoo made my strands more collective. Meaning that they were collecting and curling together.
The shampoo does offer a little slip to help with finger combing as you clean your hair. I was very surprised by that. It’s not often you can find a shampoo or cleanser that offers slip. Advanced Climate Control® Defrizzing Conditioner
The advanced climate control defrizzing conditioner is the real MVP (Most Valuable Product) here. I wasn’t expecting this to be thick, creamy and provide enough slip to my hair for me to be able to detangle.
Advanced Climate Control Defrizzing Conditioner. CoilySue86
You can that my coils were collected and cooperating with each other just after applying the conditioner.
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The instructions said to leave in for 3 minutes. Of course, I left it in longer as I finger-detangled my hair. Which, this is the real key to making sure you prevent frizz.
The second in line for the position of MVP, the advanced climate control featherlight styling cream also helped me with detangling my hair.
However…
Advanced Climate Control Featherlight Styling Cream. CoilySue86
It is imperative that you apply your favorite oil or cream BEFORE applying this product. This cream dries fast and doesn’t add any oil or butter to keep the hair from drying out and sticking together. Yes, you want your strands to collect and curl but please learn from my mistake. Apply the oil before applying this cream.
I do feel like I need to use quite a bit on my hair for each section. Even though my strands are fine, I felt like I needed two quarter-sized amounts to collect and weigh my coils down. Advanced Climate Control® Heat and Humidity Gel
Advanced Climate Control Heat & Humidity GelAdvanced Climate Control Heat & Humidity Gel. CoilySue86
The advanced climate control heat and humidity gel is good. This dries fast. Using this gel with the cream is a beautiful thing. It collects the strands to nicely, adding definition, and adds slip for detangling.
It doesn’t make the hair hard and crunchy. There will be some flexibility to your hair when it dries.
The first time I tried these products, I attempted to do a twist-out. I made the mistake of skipping the oil and leave-in. I thought the cream would add some oil or butter like a leave-in. I treated this like a leave-in conditioner and I should have used a leave-in before applying the cream and gel. As mentioned, they dry very fast. In fact, you can see how my hair looked a week later in my before-photo at the top. So, I decided to start over.
The second time I tried these products, I remembered the oil. However, I made the mistake of messing with my hair by trying to style my hair in a stretched wash-n-go. My hair was still slightly wet and I thought it would dry just fine.
Stretching my wash-n-go. CoilySue86
Nah! My hair looks like the model’s hair in the ad. There’s nothing wrong with it but I wasn’t aiming for this.
I tried to feel proud of the result, but it wasn’t working for me. You can see how defined my hair is in the back and near my edges, but the ends weren’t having it. My hair stuck together and was hard to gently separate the curls after the products dried.
I was actually pissed at myself because I should have left my hair alone.
The third time, I figured I’d just do it all over again. I shampooed, conditioned, applied the cream and gel. Then, I sectioned my hair, finger detangled while smoothing the product into smaller sections, and raked the product through with my fingers and let it air dry. In short, a classic wash-n-go. The Final Results & Thoughts:
After:
Wash-n-go Results with Ouidad – CoilySue86Wash-n-go Results with Ouidad – CoilySue86Wash-n-go Results with Ouidad – CoilySue86
It took me three tries, but I really like how it turned out. This is the most defined coils I’ve ever had. EVER! I’m not used to so much shrinkage and I don’t do wash-n-goes often because my hair tangles easily and frequently. My hair also takes all day to dry. It’s just the hair that I have. I may try them more often when the weather gets warmer and I am outside more.
For this time around, I happen to use a little too much product and you can see it in the some of the photos. However, the product does dry clear.
I think that when it comes to kinky curly coily hair, that the Ouidad Advanced Climate Control products are only meant for wash-n-go days. I don’t think they’re meant for any other style for me. I say this because of the fact that because the idea is to have frizz-free curls and any extra manipulation of the hair will defeat that purpose.
Also, the cream and gel dry really fast and you really don’t have much time to work with the products while styling. Would I recommend these products?
Sure! I actually would. I say this because I now know what to do when it comes to using these products. In addition, I notice the quality of my coils improving with each use. Meaning, I noticed them collecting more on their own without much effort.
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I’m super excited to share this first impression review with you. I’ve posted the whole video on my channel. If you’re not much of a video watcher, then continue on reading.
SoCozy specializes in quality hair care products for kids and they’ve sent my products to review for you all. They also told me to tell you that they are hosting a #SplashHappy Vacation Sweep for a family vacation all on them! Keep reading all the way to the bottom for more info on how to enter.
“A gentle curl cleanser that removes dirt and buildup while reinforcing and preserving curls’ natural moisture balance.” – SoCozy
Did it do what they said it would?
Yes! The shampoo was really gentle on his hair. It gave his scalp and hair a very rich lather and it rinsed away very well from his hair. It didn’t leave his coily hair feeling overly cleansed or squeaky clean or even a weird residue. It didn’t even dry out his scalp. Which is always a concern, especially during the winter months.
The Sweet Creme Conditioner:
Vasel, his Afro, & SoCozy Conditioner.
“An ultra-hydrating formula that conditions without weighing curls down and easily detangles to prevent breakage and frizz.” – SoCozy
Well, is it ultra hydrating? Does it prevent breakage?
Yep! This is the thickest, creamiest, and most slippery conditioner that I have ever found to work for his hair. I’m not sure if I’ll come across another product that works as well as this, but this stuff is legit! I can easily finger detangle or detangle with a comb with this conditioner. It takes a little while to rinse it all out, but you can still feel a protective layer of conditioner on his hair after rinsing. And it’s very hard to find conditioners that feel like they are still there doing their job.
The Sweet Pea Leave-In Conditioner:
Vasel, his Afro, & SoCozy Leave-In Conditioner.
“A multi-purpose leave-in conditioner that repairs curls and infuses them with much needed moisture while preventing frizz.” -SoCozy
Does it repair the curls, Ebony? Did it prevent the frizz? Inquiring minds…
I don’t know about “repairing curls”. However, I did use it after washing and as a refresher. So, it is multi-purpose.
This is a light leave-in conditioner. It is runny. However, you can still feel the conditioner left in his hair after it dries. I sprayed some on his hair prior to getting out of the shower and I did have to apply more to his hair after his hair had dried. I also applied some to his hair prior to putting it in a protective style before bed. It is very hydrating and it did >>reduce<< the frizz.
Nighttime Protective Style w/ Frizz Reduced.
Nighttime Protective Style. A little blurry, but you can see his hair is tamed.
If I were to give the SoCozy Boing Curl line a star-rating, it would be five stars out of five stars. I’m going to tell you why.
I am elated to finally have found products that really work for his hair. It’s been a real struggle, even with products that cater mostly to natural hair.
The brand really does give attention to the fact that children have specific needs to their different hair types.
The products helped to create a couple of the most tear-free wash days we’ve ever had.
The SoCozy Boing Curl caps are flat to allow every last drop to become accessible.
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On my journey of being my natural self, I have made some discoveries about my health. I have been natural for almost five years and I have constantly struggled with my looking and feeling weak.
I’ve created a great regimen to beat cold weather dryness and itching. The process is simple and doesn’t take up any more time than a normal wash day. Did I mention that it includes three styles?
This regimen consists of homemade and store bought products to help you obtain and maintain healthy hair from start to finish. It’s up to you to use either homemade or store bought. There’s no pressure. Just don’t skip the LOC or LCO method.
Just in time for the fall and winter season, is this hydrating and soothing hot oil mix. The ingredients included in this mix help to fight against dryness and dullness of the hair, and fight against an itchy, flaky, scalp.
You will need:
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 or 2 dropper full of Vitamin E Oil
2 flaxseed oil capsules (2 teaspoons of flaxseed oil)
8 to 10 drops of Peppermint Oil
8 to 10 drops of Tea Tree Oil
A heat resistant bowl, cup, or bottle.
Combine all the ingredients in your bowl, cup, or heat resistant bottle.
If you aren’t going to use this right away or you have some left over, refrigerate the remaining oils because flaxseed oil can spoil.
Leave me a comment below on the video to let me know if this mix works for you.
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