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Obia Natural Hair Care
Amaze-balls.
Phenomenal.
Awe-inspiring.
Simply divine.
Those are just a few of the words that come to mind when Obia Natural Hair Care comes to mind. You guys think I’m exaggerating — but I’m really not. I love every single thing about the Obia brand. Why, you ask? Let me tell you.
Curl Enhancing Custard
You know the little “hallelujah” looking Android emoji that folks use on Instagram? That’s what pops into my head whenever I see this product. Simply put, I love it dearly. So much, that I’ve already ordered 2 more jars (and I’m not even finished with the one they sent me”>. I am a product junkie, and product hoarder. No, you can’t have any. #itsallmine
Description:
This alcohol-free formula hydrates, elongates, and provides super shine to all types of hair. Does not leave a waxy residue or buildup. Infused with argan oil, grapeseed oil, and olive oil.
Top Ingredients 411:
- Olea Europaea (Olive”> Oil: Olive Oil is rich in high levels of mono-unsaturated fatty acids and vitamin E. Vitamin E is an antioxidant, which is good for hair growth. Both mono-unsaturated fatty acids and vitamin E are good for moisturizing, protecting and nourishing hair. Olive oil makes hair grow stronger and its emollient properties prevent hair loss.
- Vitis vinfera (Grapeseed”> Oil: Pressed oil from the seeds of grapes, high in Vitamin E and linoleic acid. It is an antioxidant, moisturizing, and nourishing oil.
- Argania spinosa (Argan”> Oil: Oil rich in vitamin E and contains omega 3 and omega 9 fatty acids that provide nutrition for hair. It also contains Linoleic and oleic acid that helps to hydrate and moisturize hair. Helps repair damaged follicles, imparts shine, and prevents frizz and rough ends.
- Carbomer: A gel-like thickener.
- Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein: Emollient moisturizing protein, also adds some strength to hair.
- Vegetable Glycerin: Vegetable-based humectant that absorbs moisture from the air.
Performance:
I mean, the picture collage speaks for itself. My curls popped. My edges were LAID. But what you can’t see in the picture is how soft they are. I seriously kept touching my hair ALL day. As far as consistency is concerned, the Custard reminds me of As I Am Smoothing Gel – but it leaves my hair much softer. The fragrance is incredibly mild, and almost undetectable. I found that it treated my heat damage with the same love as my curls – no stringy spaghetti noodle ends for me!
Coconut Shea Shampoo Bar
Of all the Obia products, I was the most reluctant to try this one out. I hadn’t really hopped on board with the whole “shampoo bar” craze, so I didn’t quite understand why this little bar was kind of a big deal.
Description:
This rich moisturizing shampoo will leave your hair soft, conditioned, and hydrated. Shea butter deeply moisturizes and repairs damage to hair and scalp, while coconut oil protects hair from heat and chemical damage.
Top Ingredients 411:
- Saponified Oils:When we talk about soap or shampoo bars, the term “saponified” often comes into play. Anything saponified is done with Sodium Hydroxide, also known as lye. But that’s not an issue at all! In fact, it has little to no impact on your hair. Click here to learn about that. Coconut is the amazing moisturizing, hair-penetrating oil (almost”> every natural knows and loves. Castor is an emollient and humectant oil, touted as a treatment for thinning hair, hair loss, dry, and itchy scalp. It has anti-fungal and antibacterial properties. Palm and Safflower Oils contain significant amounts of Omegas 9 and 6, respectively which support softening and elasticity in hair.
- Shea Butter: Emollient fat from the nut of the East or West African shea nut tree used to moisturize and soften hair.
- Vegetable Glycerin: Vegetable-based humectant that absorbs and retains moisture from the air.
- Rosemary Essential Oil: Concentrated oil that is great for stimulating blood circulation on the scalp, promoting nourishment and growth. It is also has antibacterial properties, and can help relieve dry, flaky, and irritated scalp.
Performance:
I kid you not, the second I rubbed this poo bar against my wet hair, I invoked the spirit of Flavor Flav. Yes, I stood in the shower and said “wowwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww” at least twenty times. I expected a shampoo bar to stick to my hair, and it didn’t. I expected a shampoo bar to strip my hair, and it didn’t. I didn’t expect a shampoo bar to have that much slip…enough to thoroughly detangle my hair. And it did. This shampoo bar completely and utterly shattered every preconceived notion I ever had about shampoo bars and what they’re supposed to do. Instead, this bar has set the standard for what I expect from others. If you think I’m exaggerating, let me inform you that I’ve already ordered 2 more of these, plus one Neem and Tea Tree (to see if the goodness + scalp healing properties work just as well”>. The shampoo bar cleansed my hair and scalp without stripping them, made detangling a breeze, smells like a DREAM, and is just all-around amazing. I. Will. NEVER. Buy. Another. Shampoo. Again. Maybe. Because well, I’m a PJ. But when I tell you this is my new cleaning staple, I mean it.
Bottom Line
Everything in the Obia Natural Hair Care line is formulated by Obia herself, a trained chemist. All of the products are pH balanced, vegan, cruelty and gluten free. Additionally, they are non-toxic, herbal-based, and free from parabens, formaldehyde, phthalates, mineral oil, sulfates, artificial colors, drying alcohols, silicones and petroleum. The Obia line oozes quality, and everything is reasonably priced. There’s really not much more I can say, other than you’d be crazy to not check out their stuff. I can’t wait for their Curl Therapy Deep Conditioner and Scalp Relief Tonic to drop. Oh, and they have products for men too!
Check out Obia Natural Haircare:
Instagram, Twitter & ; Pintrest: @obianaturalhair
YouTube: www.youtube.com/obianaturalhair
Facebook: www.facebook.com/obianaturalhair
I’m on a small business HIGH right now. Like, seriously. These companies stand up to (and in some cases completely knock down”> some of my drug store and beauty supply favorites, easily. Not only do I feel like I’m getting better quality ingredients, I feel better about my Product Junkie tendencies because well, my habit is fueling some good quality folks and their good quality products.
Like Wonder Curl.
Founded by Scarlett Rocourt, the Wonder Curl line was created out of sheer frustration with what was available to help give her hair the look she wanted. After growing tired of piling product upon product upon product to achieve a decent wash n’ go, she began exploring and creating her own products that were easy to use, and would streamline the styling process. After months of research, trial, and error, Wonder Curl was born.
Get Set Hair Jelly
Description: Get Set Hair Jelly smooths, soothes, and controls frizz without stiffness. Used with organic aloe vera which for many is a miraculous plant. In hair it is used to promote growth and revitalize hair. This jelly is also loaded with pro-vitamin B5 (panthenol”> to strengthen your hair. Get Set Hair Jelly keeps your coils looking fresh and fabulous all day. Get Set Hair Jelly isn’t your typical hair gel. This Jelly defines your curls and protects your hair from humidity.
Ingredient List:
Aloe barbadensis (Organic Aloe”> Juice, Polyquaternium 7, dl-Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5″>, Hamamelis virginiana (Witch Hazel”>, Phenoxyethanol, Vegetable Glycerin, Alcohol denatured, Carbomer, TEA, Tetrasodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Fragrance
Top Ingredients 411:
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Aloe Barbadensis Juice: Acts as a natural conditioning agent that restores the hair’s sheen, luster, and shine. It not only makes the hair soft, but it also enhances strength and suppleness.
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Polyquaternium 7: Polymeric quaternary ammonium salt used as an antistatic agent and hair fixative (for hold”>.
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Panthenol: Form of vitamin B known to moisturize and soften hair. Is also able to penetrate the cortex of the hair shaft, but cannot repair or thicken hair.
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Witch Hazel: Natural astringent that provides a light hold, while helping reduce static and flyaways.
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Phenoxyethanol: Preservative and fragrance ingredient.
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Vegetable Glycerin: Vegetable-based humectant that absorbs and retains moisture from the air.
Review
I must say, I absolutely ADORE Get Set Hair Jelly. When I tell you that I got 4 day hair that looked practically the same EVERY day, I mean it. And that was in spite of working out, putting hair in a bun, clipping it up, tossing it around, and otherwise doing things that would generally “disturb” curls. Not with this stuff. No wonder why it’s called Wonder Curl! The one challenge for me was the fragrance. Although it is not overbearing or incredibly strong, I am going through a season of allergy sensitivities and the gentle floral perfume smell got to me. If GSHJ was available with an unscented option….
Butter Than Love Pudding
Description: Butter than Love Hair Pudding is an ultra-moisturizing hair cream that has a light and fluffy formula which will give your hair shine and unbelievable softness.
Ingredients: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Castor Oil, Shea Butter, Acrylates/C-10 Alkyl Acrylates, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
Top Ingredients 411:
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice: Acts as a natural conditioning agent that restores the hair’s sheen, luster, and shine. It not only makes the hair soft, but it also enhances strength and suppleness.
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Castor Oil: Emollient and humectant oil, touted as a treatment for thinning hair, hair loss, dry, and itchy scalp. Has anti-fungal and antibacterial properties.
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Shea Butter: Emollient fat from the nut of the East or West African shea nut tree used to moisturize and soften hair.
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Acrylates/C-10 Alkyl Acrylates: A crosspolymer of actylic acid and other ingredients, that acts as a thickener and emulsifying agent.
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Phenoxyethanol: Preservative and fragrance ingredient.
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Ethylhexylglycerin: Glyceryl ether used as a weak preservative and skin conditioning agent
Performance
I really enjoyed the Butter Than Love Hair Pudding. When I first saw it, I thought it looked more like a white flan, lol. But when I applied it to my hair, I realized that it was rich, creamy, and showed my hair major love. I was so appreciative that this product was fragrance-free. Butter Than Love Hair Pudding makes a great base for styling, and a great sealing product. Added bonus: it’s also a pretty solid curl definer in its own right.
Bottom Line
Wonder Curl’s products are held to the highest standards of integrity, and ingredients are sourced only from vendors with the same values. All products are free of silicones, parabens, petroleum, mineral oil, and phthalates. They are also cruelty free, and eco-friendly. I love that Wonder Curl’s products are aloe based, because my hair loves ANYTHING aloe. If you’re one of those folks who feel like you can never have a successful wash n go because nothing will control or tame your hair, give the Get Set Hair Jelly a try. I PROMISE you, you’ll have success. Scarlett and her Wonder Curl line deliver on their promises!
See? I told ya’ll my hair looked the same every day. My curls were even poppin’ in that big ol’ bun.
Interested in Wonder Curl?
Instagram & Twitter: @wondercurl
Facebook: www.facebook.com/Wonder-Curl
You can also find Wonder Curl products in select stores nationwide and internationally.
