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Garnier Fructis
Tuesday, April 8, 2008

Dry Hair

Everyone has different hair requirements. I am a 4a-z with hair that is fine, medium density, kinky, coily, textured, cottony, or nappy. It is rarely hard and never coarse.

Did I mention how fragile and delicate my hair is?

I envy people who can comb, flat iron, and blow dry nearly every day. It's hard keeping my hands out of my hair. At a minimum, I let three days pass before I comb it again.

What I want from a hair product is that it leaves my hair feeling soft, moisturized, and easy to comb. It's amazing how many products do the first two and not the last one!

Research

Periodically, I must switch products.

I read hair boards, searching for conditioners and gels with the best reviews. I evaluate based on hair type. I don't ignore other hair types. I note those with similar problems: dry hair, often brittle, which leads to breakage.

Garnier Fructis Moisture Works Fortifying Cream Conditioner

For now, this product works. I love the smell, and I can comb my hair after I've washed with it.

Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Leave-In Conditioning Cream

The first time I used this product it left my hair a sticky, clumpy mess with a lot of white residue. I don't know if I finally figured out how to use it or what, but I love this stuff now.

It is excellent for helping me unravel my twists or plaits. The drier my hair is the tighter it gets. This product makes my hair slide apart wonderfully and easily. There's no snapping plaits apart with this.

Overall, I'm satisfied with Garnier Fructis for now.

Labels: damaged hair, Garnier Fructis, hair, kinky, nappy, natural hair, plaits, two-strand twist

posted by GoldenAh

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Another Milestone
Wednesday, June 13, 2007

There are two small differences between the two photos:

I look taller in the bottom (most recent) and my hair is probably an inch longer.

How to tell? Well, it was a struggle to take the first photo. My head is tilting backwards and reaching that twist was a real strain. I made several attempts to hold onto it.

The latest photo (bottom) was an easy reach and my head is level. My Mom was seated when she took it, that's why I look taller.

I can't braid hair to save my life, so my Mom did it for me. She does a terrific job and I plan on keeping them in for a few weeks (if possible).

The real important difference - to me - is the weight loss since April. It's roughly 10 lbs. and I think the difference is noticable. Plus my waist size went from 36 inches to 32 inches.

I know I said I wouldn't mention it until July 2007, but I found the most recent picture to be a nice sign of progress.

Labels: hair, plaits, weight, weight loss

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