We echo the comments of the users. This product enhances your natural curl pattern. We recommend using this when you first wet your hair. We also recommend using a moisturizer such as Supercurl or Extra Butter under the Curly Magic. Also, just as one customer noted...a little Curly Magic goes a long way. So, one bottle… see more We echo the comments of the users. This product enhances your natural curl pattern. We recommend using this when you first wet your hair. We also recommend using a moisturizer such as Supercurl or Extra Butter under the Curly Magic. Also, just as one customer noted...a little Curly Magic goes a long way. So, one bottle should last you several months. see less We echo the comments of the users. This product enhances your natural curl pattern. We recommend using this when you first wet your hair. We also recommend using a moisturizer such as Supercurl or Extra Butter under the Curly Magic. Also, just as one customer noted...a little Curly Magic goes a long way. So, one bottle should last you several months. Show This post is not sponsored, nor were any of the products gifted. I purchased all of the below products with my own money and I am giving my honest review at the request of no one. Even if they had been gifted… I would still give an honest review and opinion. The Amazon links are affiliate links, of which I would receive a small commission if you decide to purchase, but at no extra cost to you. Fun fact about Sea: I am a creature of habit. I like what I like, I know what I like, and I stick to what I like. I like to try new things… when those new things are just like what I like. Okay, I’m done! (lol) I said all of that to say that I don’t often go out and buy a whole line of products that I’ve never tried, and especially if I already have something that works fairly well. But, it’s now officially summer and that means warm, humid weather. That also means that my stretched styles are a no-go. Wash ‘n Go… It’s officially your time to shine. I live in the Midwest, so that means that I truly only get to rock a wash ‘n go during the summer months. My hair loves them, contrary to lots of type 4 natural hair do’s and don’ts. But if you’ve read my flaxseed gel post, you know that I have a love-hate relationship with my Wash ‘n Go bae EcoStyler Gel. I am always on the hunt for beauty products that are more natural, better for myself, and better the environment. While I love my flaxseed gel recipe, it’s not my go-to for wash ‘n gos. And while I love EcoStyler, I wanted something healthier for my hair. So, lately I’ve been on the hunt for an all-natural gel to deliver for my type 4 natural hair. I had tried a few of them in the past, Uncle Funky’s Daughter Curly Magic was actually one of them, but my wash ‘n go routine was kind of trash. As I’ve done more research about hair products, I’ve learned that most products will give their absolute best results when they are all used together since they are formulated as a system to work together. I typically shop by buying this brands shampoo, another brands conditioner, a third brands moisturizer, or at best it’s just the same brand but not the same line (ie. all of my Shea Moisture products) So, here I sat, out of deep conditioner, shampoo, and styling products, I decided that I deserved a product haul. I made the decision early on that I would order from one company, one brand. I then thought of what style I would do… a wash ‘n go of course!… but now my product line has to include a gel… dammit! I then began scouring the internet for a botanical gel to give a try that had enough products for a start to finish process. I initially went with the OG Kinky Curly Curling Custard, but then I remembered that one gel in the brown bottle. Uncle Funky’s Daughter! I knew that I had tried them in the past, but with my trash wash ‘n go routine and literally only using the gel (and probably on dry hair and without a leave in or deep conditioning before hand!). I decided to finally give them another shot. The last time I used it, it was okay, but didn’t do what I wanted it to do. But that could have been user error… *loads cart with product* *checks out* Without further ado… Uncle Funky’s Daughter Product Review Bye Bye Buildup Cleansing Conditioner This was probably the product that I was most excited about. I am not an avid co-washer, but as someone with kinky, fine, high porosity hair, it’s very easy for shampoos to strip my hair and leave it brittle. Because of this, I will sometimes opt for a water rinse or a cleansing conditioner. The problem is, I’ve only found one that I really care for and for some reason it’s been difficult for me to find. The Bye Bye Buildup Cleaning Conditioner is said to gently cleanse while nourishing curls, and that it does! It is rhassoul clay based, and infused with avocado, coconut, and organic aloe vera (source), all of which made me add it to my cart! Pros:
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Heal and Renew Intensive Hair Masque This product is one that I needed the most! I was literally bone dry of deep conditioners (which is uncommon because I like to keep several options) and I needed this product, and I needed it to work! Well conditioned hair is a foundation block to healthy hair, so I had a lot of expectations. This deep conditioner’s details read as being a moisturizing and strengthening deep treatment infused with silk, argan oil, organic aloe vera, organic baobab oil, organic peppermint oil, and avocado oil (source). This ingredient list is exactly what I look for in my all natural hair. Because my hair is fine, high porosity, and kinky textured, I absolutely have to have a deep conditioner that has moisturizing ingredients and proteins. This deep conditioner fit the bill so I had to see if it would measure up! Pros
Cons I literally don’t have any! I guess I might say that the price point isn’t going to be within everyone’s budget, but it is absolutely worth the price. I will be adding this deep conditioner to my arsenal! Extra Butter Curl Forming Creme The next product in my hair styling routine was obviously some type of leave in or hair creme for the base to my gel. The Uncle Funky’s Daughter’s website actually had a few to choose from. I decided to go with the Extra Butter Curl Forming Creme because it specifically said that it was for kinky, and curly textured hair and I have…. kinky and curly textured hair. I also loved the fact that it had “butter” in the title which said to me that it would be thicker and heavy which my hair loves. The website touts that the Extra Butter Curl Forming Creme is residue-free moisturizer that fortifies, elongates, and detangles curls (source). I love it, I need it. Pros
Cons I don’t really have any cons per se, but I do say that I don’t know if this would be my first pick for my wash n’ go moisturizer/leave in conditioner. For a braid out or twist out, absolutely! But, for some reason, I feel like there is something else in their product line that may be even better for wash n’ go’s. I searched their website for other moisturizers and leave in conditioners and found this one and this one and this one that look promising. For my future purchase, I’ll definitely be giving one of these a try (or both!). But in the meantime, the Extra Butter Curl Forming Creme will do the job. Curly Magic Curl Stimulator THIS was the moment that I had been waiting for. I had used this gel before in the past, and it was… okay, but I knew that a lot of this was probably user error. Also, with my newfound revelation on how products from a specific line works together, I knew that regardless my results would be better than last time. Something else that I knew was that my type 4 natural hair wash n’ go relies heavily on a proper gel. While I have absolutely styled my hair without a gel, I know that the style lasts longer, and I have less tangles and knots if a gel is used. The Curly Magic Stimulator is said to magically stimulate curls, moisturize with organic aloe vera, and promote healthy hair with agave nectar (source). All of the Curly Magic Stimulator’s ingredients are noted as being natural or naturally derived, and as someone that has been trying to figure out my space in the Max Hydration Method ( originally written about by PinkCube) space, I needed this gel! Pros
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You’ve been warned! Conclusion All in all, I love this brand! I will absolutely be using this brand for the foreseeable future. None of the products disappointed me, and most of them really stood up and stood out. I also love that this brand is all-nautral, chemical free, and exo-friendly. It is also easily accessible (easily found on their site, at Target, or even Amazon!) which makes it even easier to restock. Last but not least, I love that these products really stretch, amking a little go a long way. This is super important if you have thick, dense, or long hair (or all three!), or if you’re heavy handed like me and don’t want to dial back on the amount of product you use and sacrifice the style. These products are not the cheapest, but you won’t use a whole bottle every wash day. Of all the products, I only have a “problem” with one aspect of one product, which is very good over all and even that “problem” isn’t enough for me to not use it. I also feel like some may think that the price point is a bit too high when we can get products between 5 and 10 nowadays. But the extra money you pay for with these products are definitely worth it, so I guess I’ll just be saving up my sheckles from here on out… Final review score: 9.5/10 Have you tried any Uncle Funky’s Daughter’s products? What are your Thoughts? What products are best for low porosity hair?-Oils: Coconut oil, olive oil, and jojoba oil are all great options for low porosity hair. They can help to seal in moisture and keep the hair hydrated. -Butters: Shea butter and mango butter are both great options for low porosity hair. They are very moisturizing and can help to keep the hair hydrated.
What treatment is good for low porosity hair?For low porosity hair, you'll want to stay away from protein treatment conditioners. Protein formulas can increase the risk of hair breakage since they tend to pull moisture out of the hair. Some good choices for low porosity hair include: Jessicurl Deep Conditioning Treatment, Citrus Lavender.
What products are not good for low porosity hair?It may help to avoid:. Protein treatments: These may not absorb well into low porosity hair. ... . Silicones: In hair products, silicones such as dimethicone smooth the cuticle. ... . Butters: Substances such as shea and cocoa butter are very thick and repel water.. What makes low porosity hair grow faster?Moisture is one of the most significant reason for hair growth. To properly moisturize low porosity natural hair, your hair must be clean. Otherwise you'll continuously be dealing with product buildup, resulting in even more dryness. Moisture also cannot penetrate through layers and layers of dirt, grime, and buildup.
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