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Overview:
DevaCurl Trial & Travel Set
Purchase Price $29.95 + tax
Product Review:
Curly girl hair problems will soon be in full effect since
spring has come, and right behind it humid summer days (varying on location).
Solution, DevaCurl!
My aunt who is also a California native is always on the
prowl for curly hair products. After she had spoken with a co-worker regarding
her new do my aunt was introduced to DevaCurl products and decided to send me
this set. I had seen the green and white label many times at my local Sephora
but paid no mind. Honestly, this set is the perfect way to see which products
work for you without breaking the bank. The set comes with four essential
components all made to harmoniously work together.
1. No-Poo™ Zero
Lather Cleanser - This shampoo made without silicones, sulfates, parabens, or
phthalates. This means you won’t get stripped or dried out locks. Also don’t
expect any suds or lather as you will be blue in the face from trying to create
some. I always associated lather with “cleanliness” before using any sulfate
free shampoos. This product is easily distributed throughout hair and feels
more like a conditioner when applying. The scent is strangely earthy to me, not
like dirt but herbal, maybe this is due to the hops and wheat amino acids. But
after washing hair the peppermint takes over leaving a tingly refreshed aroma.
I loved this shampoo so much I have already used the kit size and replaced it with
its full size counterpart. The price is hefty but well worth it for the
results.
2. One Condition
Daily Conditioner - Award winning
product and for good reason. I really love the rosemary scent of this
conditioner. Rosemary, lemon grass, and olive oil are key ingredients but this
conditioner echoes the same non-additive chemical free formula as the No-Poo™
shampoo. This conditioner is thick and creamy without feeling slimey or messy
on hair. I found it worked much better in conjunction with the No-Poo™ versus
alone or with another shampoo. I would purchase the full size only if I had a
coupon or it was on sale as it has a price of $39.95 for a 32 oz.
3. Light Defining
Gel – OMG I need to just state the aroma of this sweet and fruity product
almost lasted ALL DAY! This gel is made without alcohol or mineral oils and has
key ingredients like; chamomile, wheat and soy proteins which are very popular
now. This did help define curls and was light weight but unfortunately left my
hair feeling dried out and more tangled than I expected. It didn’t leave the
texture of my hair crunchy like other gels but this fell short due to the
knotty mess I was left with.
4. Set It Free 24
Hour Moisture Lock – When I first used this product it was with all the products
included in the kit and saw no improvement or change. Actually I put this to
the back of my shelf until I had finished the No-Poo™ and One conditioner. Recently I pulled it out and used it solo
without any other gels or products out of the shower. My curls were absolutely frizz
free and I had ZERO tangles. I found it works best on damp hair but can be used
on dry hair to manage fly aways and frizz. My hair was left shiny but not
greasy. The smell follows suit with its “earthy notes” but is not overwhelming
or harsh. I would gladly repurchase this in the 3 oz. travel size for overnight
purposes.
Overall this set is
a great investment for anyone with curly locks. If for nothing else, you can
try great products that can be used together or separately to see what works
best for your hair. As far as DevaCurl the No-Poo™ is a winner in my book and a
new staple on my shelf!
