Hi guys, what's been on?
I haven't blogged on here because Instagram...lol!
It's super easy to upload a picture on Instagram so I'm there most of the time!
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I've sha missed sitting behind the computer and sharing my deepest thoughts about my hair, life and products I've used without trying to summarise them like I do on Instagram.
I've also created a YouTube channel so I can make detailed videos about my hair care process or even share a bit of myself and what I do besides natural hair care.
I'd love it if you subscribe so I won't be talking to myself...lol!
Anywhoo, I tried out a lot of new natural hair products recently....especially from Nigerian brands.
While I used some Nigerian products that damaged my hair, I also discovered some gems that have made it to my holy grail products.
Today's review will be about ShanyiOrganics hair products.
On Instagram, they kindly reached out to send some of their products for me to try out.
They sent me these:
As usual, I'd be giving you my unbiased review of their products....so prepare for a long post!!! ☺
MY HAIR TYPE
My natural hair is 4b/4c with high porosity fine textured strands. It is 20 inch in length with medium density.
My major issues when caring for my hair are:
- Breakage especially as my hair strands are longer and older. I also have color in my hair.
- Dryness due to high porosity and sprinkles of grey hair
- Tangles due to thinness of my strands and high shrinkage rate.
I love products that tackle these issues effectively.
THE REVIEW
1. Deep Cleanse Conditioning 2 in 1 Herbal Tea Shampoo.
Price: N2500
Size: 8oz
Ingredient list:
Unlike lots of Nigerian made shampoos tend to be, this shampoo isn't black soap based! Yayyy!
I explained why you shouldn't use black soap on your natural hair.
The chalky green shampoo has a watery consistency. I was afraid that one slip up and I'd spill the whole bottle!
I wasn't a fan of the fragrance which is reminiscent of toothpaste.
On wash days, I love my bathroom to smell like a tropical paradise...it's the only way I can be motivated to go through with it.
😂😂😂
Discouraging fragrance aside, the shampoo was very moisturising...I never experredit!
It foamed well but not like a sulfate shampoo would!
It didn't leave my hair feeling dry or tangled after rinsing.
2. Goodbye Breakage Deep Restorative Smoothie
Price: N3000
Size: 8oz
Product promise:
Reduce your shedding ‘hair ball’ from a tennis ball size to NOTHING! Breakage Be Gone, For Good! This botanical infused smoothie is specifically formulated with strength boosting ingredients and herb extracts to reinforce the hair cuticle, revitalizes damaged and weak hair and fosters a healthier and stronger hair.
Ingredients:
This product was weird and I'll tell you why in a bit.....
Let's start with the positives.
The smoothie has a thick creamy consistency like whipped butter.
I liked that it is manshanu based. Manshanu is derived from cow milk and does wonders for dry hair.
Here's my review of manshanu and why it's a good ingredient for moisturised hair.
I liked that it is manshanu based. Manshanu is derived from cow milk and does wonders for dry hair.
Here's my review of manshanu and why it's a good ingredient for moisturised hair.
Again, the fragrance put me off!
It was a cross between spoilt milk and toothpaste. I didn't like it at all.
Curious to see if it performed better than it smelt... I kept using it.
It went onto my hair smoothly but I noticed it didn't have much slip ....and being a tangle baby, I need me some slip!
Now here's the weird bit...it numbed my scalp and fingers.
It was so strange...like a topical anesthetic agent was applied!
When I noticed the loss of sensation, I raked my comb through my scalp trying to feel a little pain but all I felt was numbness.
It was so strange...like a topical anesthetic agent was applied!
When I noticed the loss of sensation, I raked my comb through my scalp trying to feel a little pain but all I felt was numbness.
I thought it was all in my head until a friend tested it and noticed the same thing.
I checked the ingredient list to see if there was a numbing agent... perhaps to prevent discomfort during detangling but there wasn't any.
Biko, has anyone else experienced this while using this product???
3. Knot Free Moisturising Milk Shake
Price: N2500
Size: 8oz
Product promise:
Knots and Tangles melts like ice with this ‘Milk Shake’. Soft, moisturized hair ISSA GOAL! Our Moisturizing & Detangling Leave In Conditioner softens your hair for easy manageability, improves hair elasticity to drastically reduce hair breakage when detangling and revives dry, dull and brittle hair by deeply moisturizing, nourishing, and strengthening hair strands.
Ingredients:
This is a leave in conditioner.
It smelt way better than the first two...a little like the shampoo but milder.
It is silicone free, mineral oil free and paraben free.
The key ingredients are coconut milk and aloe vera.
It smelt way better than the first two...a little like the shampoo but milder.
It is silicone free, mineral oil free and paraben free.
The key ingredients are coconut milk and aloe vera.
The coconut milk reminded me of an experiment I did to check if coconut milk and lemon juice could naturally straighten Type 4 hair.
Fun fact!
I can splurge on leave in conditioners because I don't have to rinse it out..... it's less painful to spend a lot of money on....lol.
I can splurge on leave in conditioners because I don't have to rinse it out..... it's less painful to spend a lot of money on....lol.
With the ingredients my hair loves in this particular leave in, I was expecting it to be moisturising and have good slip for daily use.
Buuuuutttttt, I'll just say that this is not a leave in conditioner I'd reach out for when my hair is dry, tangly and needs a pick me up.
It did little for my hair.
It did little for my hair.
4. Curls Delight Curl Sculpting Souffle
Price:N3000
Size: 8oz
Product promise:
Getting bouncy, soft defined curls has never been this delightful! Poppin’ curls is your birthright, GO GET IT! Our Curl Sculpting Soufflé is a frizz free, non sticky PH balanced formula that gives you moisture rich, shiny and bouncy ultra defined curls while acting as an excellent moisture sealant.
Ingredients:
Like the deep conditioning smoothie, this product is creamy and thick but unlike it, this souffle smells way better.
It smells a bit like bubble gum with some mint in it.
It smells a bit like bubble gum with some mint in it.
Of all the products I was sent, this Souffle was my favourite on my hair.
It did everything that was promised.
It did everything that was promised.
Moisture: Check!
Slip: Check!
Ease of styling: Yes yes yesss!
Curl definition: yup yup yuppy yup!
I was super proud of myself for not just giving up on this line!
In fact, this is one of the best products I've used this year and I'm saying this with all of my small chest!!!
I used just the Souffle and a leave in to achieve this uber moisturised curly do!
5. Growth Magic Hair and Scalp Oil
Price: N3500
Size: 8oz
Product Promise:
This herbal infused ‘Growth magic’ is everything you need for itch-free scalp and thick healthy ‘Rapunzel kinda-hair’!
It is formulated to reduce hair loss and breakage, revive weak & damaged hair, stimulate healthy blood circulation in the scalp region, and promotes healthy hair growth.
Ingredients:
I'm wary of all these companies that claim their hair growth oil will give super fast hair growth in like 3 days!!!
Most of these oils do not even contain active ingredients scientifically proven to stimulate cell regeneration needed to grow hair.
I applaud this company for not making dubious claims.
The ingredients listed can achieve what the product promises.
For example, the main carrier oil for the herbs is palm kernel oil. This oil is similar in composition to coconut oil. I have nicknamed it Nigerian Black Palm Kernel oil and wrote a post on why you should choose this oil in your quest for better length retention
I absolutely enjoyed using this oil during the harmattan months and when my hair was straightened. It did prevent breakage.
I don't usually have itchy scalp but I used it on a client with itchy scalp and it worked like a charm.
As for stimulation of the scalp, the tingle from the mint does the job.
Overall with less breakage, calm scalp and stimulation, I can see how one can retain length for longer hair.
I use it in the following order ...Oil then leave in and cream...O.L.C. so to speak.
6. Moisture King Daily Hair Juice
Price: N2500
Size: 8oz
Product promise:
Wake up your curls daily with a dose of this ‘thirst quenching juice’.
It leaves your curls refreshed, hydrated and ready to slay the day!
A Spray A Day, Keeps Your Curls Awake. Infused with deep moisturizing plant extracts and essentials oils that help keeps itchy scalp and lingering odor at bay.
Ingredients:
This is the hygienic version of your water and conditioner mix in a spray bottle!
Guys, if your DIY mix is 3 days old....throw it away and wash your spray bottle with bleach or disinfectant. Your 3 day mix has been a lovely breeding ground for bacteria!
The difference between this product and your DIY mix is 'preservative'.
Preservatives prevent the growth of bacteria. By diluting your conditioner in water, you weaken the preservative it originally had.
Preservatives prevent the growth of bacteria. By diluting your conditioner in water, you weaken the preservative it originally had.
This spray mist is lightweight and doesn't leave the hair feeling sticky. I didn't mind the fragrance of this one so much but it could be better.
Mint and lavender essential oil is a tricky mix and can smell medicinal if not done well.
Unfortunately, the nozzle wasn't working and I had to transfer the contents to another spray bottle.
I used it as a curl refresher.
Unfortunately, the nozzle wasn't working and I had to transfer the contents to another spray bottle.
I used it as a curl refresher.
Ehennn....I'm done with my review.
Here's a summary of my favourite products in this line....
Here's a summary of my favourite products in this line....
If you read my review from the beginning, you deserve a medal....or wait...how about a giveaway of my favourite products?
What would you like to try???
Also, if you've tried this line, I'd love to read about your experience in the comments section!
Also, if you've tried this line, I'd love to read about your experience in the comments section!
