September 2011 Relaxer Update

I relaxed my hair at about 11 weeks post relaxer.  I could have gone longer, but my birthday is coming up and I wanted a fresh one.  I really wanted to use the Arganics Relaxer System that I used last time, but I searched high and low for one in the local Beauty Supply Stores around my way with no luck.  So instead, I decided to try the Creme of Nature Argan Oil relaxer.  Lately, I've found that I've been allowing the girl at my doobie spot apply my relaxers instead of doing them myself.  Call me lazy, but she does a good job.

Product Description: Argan Oil Relaxer provides advanced straightening performance and exotic shine to relaxed hair. This uniquely formulated relaxer will hydrate and strengthen your hair, leaving it silky-straight and radiant, all in one application!


Product Benefits:

•  Provides increased straightening performance and exotic shine
• Promotes strong, healthy hair
• Regular and super strengths
• Features new Creme of Nature with Argan Oil Gloss & Shine Polisher and Intensive Conditioning Treatment 

AHS:  This relaxer kit includes the relaxer with the activator, a neutralizing shampoo, conditioner, and a sample of the Creme of Nature Argan Leave-In treatment.  The activator is clear and the base is white so mixing it up was a bit of a pain because it doesn't change color once you start mixing it up.  When it was applied to my head I didn't feel anything at all, no tingling or anything.  Once it was thoroughly rinsed out my new growth was sleek and straight.  Overall the relaxer kit is great and the price point is comparable to other boxed relaxers.  Basically, I'm not raving and I'm not disappointed for any reason.  I'll keep you posted if anything changes.

Here's a little length comparison from 2009 to now.  Remember there was a hair cut back in May 2010, where I got bangs added in.  For more photos of my hair check here

Creme of Nature Argan Oil

Creme of Nature is just one of those classic hair care companies that you know and love, but what makes CON stand out is that they are changing with the times and adapting to their customers new needs and wants.  A while back Creme of Nature discontinued a shampoo from their line that left a lot of loyal customers really upset and wanting their shampoo back.  I remember reading on one of the hair forums about a few ladies (who will remain nameless) that stalked their local Beauty Supply Stores and drugstores buying up every single bottle of the old formula that they could find.  Anyway, the main problem with the new shampoos was that they had SLS in them, while the old formula did not.  Well, CON was listening and they have release a brand new shampoo and conditioner duo and the shampoo is Sulfate Free!  The Moisture & Shine Shampoo and Intensive Conditioning Treatment.

Keep reading for the full review!
Creme of Nature Moisture & Shine Shampoo Product Description: Gently cleanses hair without harsh, moisture stripping agents - Strengthens hair while optimizing the moisture balance of the hair and scalp - Helps to detangle, soften and boost shine - Infused with Certified Organic Argan Oil from Morocco
AHS - I loved this shampoo, it lathered up like nobodies business and cleansed my hair and scalp amazingly well, without drying it out.  It performed great and I now consider this to be one of my STAPLE shampoo's.

Creme of Nature Intensive Conditioning Treatment Product Description: Intensive Conditioning Treatment is an intensively deep conditioning treatment that strengthens, revitalizes and gives luminous shine. It prevents hair breakage and deeply infuses moisture from the inside out. Ideal for all hair types, including relaxed, natural and color-treated hair, this treatment can be used after every shampoo as a quick conditioner, or every week as a reconstructor.

AHS - I made the mistake of thinking this was an instant conditioner.  I shampooed my hair, then applied this, clipped my hair up, and continued on with my shower.  Once I was finished with the basic shower duties, I rinsed my hair only to be disappointed.  But that's totally my fault, because I didn't leave it on long enough.  This conditioner is basically the 1.75oz packet in bottle form, so it's not an instant conditioner and needs to be left on longer to get the full results.  Even with that being said, this is not my favorite Creme of Nature Deep Treatment, I like it but I don't love it.

Creme of Nature featuring Argan Oil

So I really hope all you ladies follow me on Twitter! I'm @antihairslave just in case you didn't already know. Anyway, if you do then you would already know that Creme of Nature is launching a brand new collection available this Wednesday featuring Argan Oil.

The New Creme of Nature Argan Oil Collection features:

Replenishing Sheen Spray

Intensive Conditioning Treatment

Foaming Wrap Lotion

Gloss & Shine Mist

Gloss & Shine Polisher