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  • Hello y'all,

    Hasn't it been ages!
    Between taking time off to study,(which I am done with at least for now) and getting started on a new job,
    and a new addition to my family, finding time to blog has been next to impossible.
    Jo has however filled the gap well...Thanks Sis.

    hair growth 15 months post relaxer

    Last week I was in Nairobi Town trying to collect a few things that Joanne had requested so her friend could travel back to Germany with them for Jo.

    I had to go into super cosmetics just to see what new goodies are being stocked
    I went straight to my beloved last Isle and wooooow!I was blown away by all the Cantu Shea butter goodness!

    Cantu shea butter goodness Super cosmetics Nairobi   

    Cantu shea butter goodness Super cosmetics Nairobi 
    Cantu shea butter moisturizing twist and lock gel Supercosmetics Nairobi
    I'm sure some of you guys have seen and even tried some of these products.They have stocked most products specifically for Natural hair!!! and most prices per product are below Kes 1000.
    Some for scalp treatment,some for twisting some for Co-washing etc....

    Please share if you've used product from this new range of Cantu goodness!

    PS:I'm currently 15months post Relaxer....Updates on my hair coming soon.

    15 moths post relaxer. look at the difference between the relaxed and natural hair!

    Thanks for reading!
    Eva


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    This is my first product review in a very long time!
    I would like to review the Enliven hair gel wet hold (2). I am guessing that the higher up the scheme you go, the firmer the gel holds. Therefore number 5 would probably leave my hair hard when it dries up.
    I have used this gel on my hair for about a month now and I cannot help but tell you all how much I like it. Let me list what I like about this gel.


    Enliven Hair gel wet hold

    • It gives my hair a very smooth finish.
    • It keeps my hair and edges flat and neat. 
    • It has a very mild scent.
    • It does not harden on the hair. How awesome is that! my hair still remains soft even after the gel dries up.
    • It also does not flake, which means that I don´t have to worry about white residue being left on my hair after the gel has dried up.
    • The price is very pocket friendly !!!!
    second day hair courtesy of enliven hair gel

    Where to get Enliven hair gels in general:

    I got my jar from Tuskys branch greenspan mall in Nairobi, Kenya but I am guessing that any tuskys supermarket has it in stock. If you know any other supermarket that stocks this gel please comment below. If you don´t live in Kenya and have seen this product stocked in shops in your country, please share by commenting below.
    Price: a jar of 250 mL goes for 90 KES which is about 1.02 USD or 0.78 Euro

    Picture taken at TUSKYS Greenspan mall Nairobi, Kenya


    Have you tried out this product or any other gel that you really liked using on your hair? please share your experience with gels on the comment box below.


    May God bless you abundantly!




    

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    Tresemme moisture rich



















    To our readers in Kenya ,

    It seems like more and more good hair products are hitting the supermarket shelves. Nakumatt westgate is now stocking up on Tresemme Naturals hair products. This product line has great moisture conditioners such as the tresemme moisture rich and the tresemme re- moisture. They also have good heat protectant spray tp protect your hair from direct heat, however I still recommend little heat usage even with a heat protectant..
    If you have the chance go grab yourself a bottle.



    Tresemme heat protectant spray

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    It has been 12 weeks since I got my last relaxer and even though I have quite some new growth, my hair is still quite easy to manage so I will keep stretching out my relaxer until I cannot manage it any more. Until then I will stick to my beloved protective hairstyles.
    Here is the protective style I will be rocking this week.

     Thanks for Reading!
    Gahl!
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    Below are products that have now become part of my Staples.
    I try to hunt for quality yet Affordable hair products around Nairobi.       

    1. Roux Porosity Control – Corrector and Conditioner ksh 440
    (Local Chemist)
    This product is mainly meant for any Chemically treated hair be it dyes or relaxers. its main purpose is to equalize hair porosity as well as moisturize, detangle and lusturize your hair. (Very porous hair does not take in moisturizer well regardless of how much one tries to Moisturize the hair).
    It corrects hair porosity by restoring hair to its normal PH level.
    Roux Porosity has other uses too such as :-
    1. Before a chemical service so that the hair can readily and evenly accept the chemical service.
    2. Apply after a chemical service when additional conditioning is required. Leave on for 30 seconds, rinse out.
    3. Apply to the hair in sections while detangling the hair with a wide tooth comb. This is great before shampooing. Let it sit for 5-10mins after the detangling process, then rinse out.
    4.  Apply after shampooing. Let it sit for 2-5mins. Rinse and follow up with a deep conditioner for better conditioning results (more moisture, shine and elasticity).
    5.  Put 2-3tsp of the conditioner in your deep conditioner for added slip, cortex protection, impart shine, and align the bonding of the cuticles.
    6.  Use as a final rinse for detangling, and smoothness, leave on for 2-5 mins, then rinse out.
    2. La’ Fresh Beautisa Aloe Vera – Moisturizing Deep Conditioner
    1000ml Capacity – Ksh 300
    Where to buy - Super Cosmetics
    I use this weekly mixed with my protein Deep conditioner just to keep my hair’s moisture/protein Balance in check.










    3. La’ Fresh Beautisa Egg& Wheat – Protein Deep Conditioner
    1000ml Capacity – ksh 300
    Where to buy - Super Cosmetics
    Its another great product by La’ Fresh Beautisa who offer great value for money.I dropped my Organic root Stimulator replenishing (Protein) conditioner for this one.
    The difference in price is over Ksh 200! And the difference in quanitity is almost 700ml!
    They actually stock other protein, moisturizing and vitamin/fruit treatements at the same price and quantity!



    4. Perfect choice Cholesterol Treatment – A combined Protein and Moisture treatment.
    1000ml capacity – ksh 800
    Where to buy - Super Cosmetics
    This is a South African Product. It is great and smells awesome. I have it as an alternative to my La’ fresh Beautisa conditioners. I think its also a great value for money! Compared to other products in the market.

    5. Oliive olive oil Shampoo – a sulphate shampoo
    Where to buy - Super Cosmetics
    I only use this shampoo once a month to clarify my hair because it contains sulphates.
    I love this shampoo. It lathers perfectly and cleans good enough. It also smells great and eaves my hair super soft!
    All the above Conditioners are Petroleum/mineral oil/paraffin free.!

    6. Black Angel moisture Spray – 4-in-1 braids and weave conditioner ksh 195
    Where to buy - most beauty supply stores
    Braid sprays are cheaper than normal hair lotions probably not as good but they do the job.
    I am using this product to actually moisturize my hair without braids or weave. Good braid sprays are actually great moisturizers. What you have to do is just check ingredients and make sure it will do the job. Avoid mineral oil based moisturizers.
    Braid sprays are cheaper than normal hair lotions probably not as good but they do the job.


    Below are links to the first post on healthy hair products in Nairobi
    link 1
    link 2

    Do let us know your experiences when you get to try out any of these products!
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    La ‘Fresh  Beautisa  Hot Oil hair Cream – Amla

    Capacity : 1000ml/ 1L
    Price : Ksh 300 (cheap)
    Where to Buy : Super Cosmetics
    Uses : great Moisturizing Deep Conditioner

    La ‘Fresh Beautisa is a registered Trade Mark of EGT London, England. (www.egtuk.com). The products of the company sold at Super cosmetics are Made in the UAE. The Company does other Deep conditioners too one of which is a ‘wheat germ’ inclusive Protein treatment I am eager to try out! 
    I decided to pick this product one day when I had gone into the BSS to pick up my regular Tea- tree Cholesterol which I had run out of. As usual, I read the ingredients list and I was impressed. Their line is Petrolatum/mineral Oil free which is a big deal for me and most people in their HHJ.The products come in massive 1000 Ml containers (double the size of Tea- tree) and cost only Ksh 300. I like trying new products just to give my hair a different kind of TLC from my usual staples.

    I deep condition weekly with this product mixed with my various oils and my ORS Replenishing conditioner. (I always mix my moisturizing and protein deep conditioners to save on time.) I always apply on freshly shampooed hair and let the mixture sit over night.

    My Opinion:
    This product leaves my hair super soft, moisturized and shinny. I even mix it with water/aloe juice and oils to make a spritz I am currently using on my New growth and at times as a leave – in conditioner!
    I would highly recommend this product for any one looking to save a bit of money but still give their tresses the well needed pampering!!

    Has anyone tried this Deep Conditioner or any in the range? What was your experience?

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    Capacity : 444 ml ( comes in slightly larger bottle too)
    Price : Ksh 295 (fair)
    Where to buy : most large Nakumatt stores
    Uses : great for co-washing and generally finishing off any other regular shampoo wash

    Suave is a Unilever Brand that manufactures awesome conditioners amongst other hair products such as shampoos.
    I had been on the hunt for a lanolin/petroleum/mineral oil free co-washing conditioner in Nairobi for a while now. I have formed a habit to pick up products in supermarket hair aisles and just do a quick read on the ingredients lists. This particular brand of conditioners is highly praised by ladies especially in the USA and some Naturals in Kenya already knew about it for a while thanks to the Kurly Kichana bloggers.
    Suave does about 4 or 5 types of these moisturizing conditioners including tropical coconut and lavender blends. I went for Suave Naturals refreshing waterfall mist (infused with watermint extract and Vitamin E) Conditioner.You will therefore have  a bit of choice on whatever you prefer.

    I bought my bottle from Nakumatt Mega Mombasa Road and have been using for about 3 weeks now. The price is quite fair regarding the quantity you get. It is cheaper than most imported conditioners hence a great value for money. I use it twice a week; Tuesdays and Fridays. On Tuesdays being after a Shampoo and Deep Conditioning wash and Fridays for a quick refreshing co- wash.

    My opinion:
    My hair loves this conditioner. It leaves my hair soo soft, tangle free and feeling so moisturized. I would highly recommend it because it has become a staple in my regimen now. I look forward to trying the tropical coconut and lavender scents and I am so sure I won’t be disappointed.

    Has anyone used any conditioners by suave? what do you think about them?
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