Style and Maintenance Shea Butter and Honey Curly Coil Creme for Moisturizing and Curl Definition, Less Shrinkage (19.2 oz)

First let me say I read nearly every hair curling product review available on amazon.com and the more I read frankly the more confused I became - and even more intrigued. Nearly all reviews were about the results obtained for specific hair types - "2a, 3b, 4c", etc. and I didn't know what the heck everyone was talking about because I didn't know my "hair type" from a hole in the ground. I eventually stumbled across a section of "Questions & Answers" that led to another website - naturallycurly.com (who knew such a thing was in existence). Naturallycurly has an abundance of everything hair info and also reviews and sells hair care products for every hair style imaginable. More importantly the site has a quiz on the first page with a series of questions to help determine hair type. It's important to know your hair's "type" because it makes it alot easier to identify the products that work best for your hair - especially the curling products because most are specific to the hair type. My hair type is "4b" which means the natural state of my African American hair is thick, has a tight curl pattern and tends to be coarse.Now to the product: There are a number of positive reviews for the Curls Unleashed product - most of them swearing the product worked well for their hair type and some reviewers also listed the potpourri of other products they used to get even better results. I also noticed references to "co-washing" only it wasn't exactly explained so I haven't the foggiest idea what it means to "co-wash" the hair (though I'm venturing a guess it refers to washing the hair twice to make sure any other product's residue is completely removed?). Some reviewers stated they experienced flakiness, dryness, and "crunchiness" with the product (scary) and to be fair the reviews mostly appeared to be written by 1st time users.riSooo . . . to make a long story short: I washed and "co-washed" my hair and conditioned it (recommended) and lightly toweled dry to remove excess water (otherwise it drips down your back). Next I parted my hair in four sections (down the middle and across from ear-to-ear) and combed it through with a wide-tooth comb to remove kinks. I worked on one parted section of hair at a time and applied a scoop of approximately 2 tablespoons of the Curls Unleashed product and starting at the roots of my hair worked the product through to the ends of my hair then "scrunched" small sections at a time after I coated it with product. "Scrunching" the hair is basically taking a small section of hair and grabbing from the root and squeezing the hair with the fingers so the hair is pressed tightly into the palm of the hand for a few seconds then releasing the hair. Scrunching works best if you do the same section over and over several times before moving on to another small section. After I applied the product to my entire head I started scrunching randomly all over my head - by then my hair was completely (though moderately) covered with the product. For a split second I thought I'd made a big mistake - I looked a hot mess! - and thought I must've been crazy to believe coating my natural hair with globs of goop would turn it into a head full of curls - then I noticed the product was being absorbed by my hair. I kept scrunching and within 5-10 minutes (at this point I should add I also followed the advice of one reviewer and applied a moderate amount of jojoba & sesame oils to my hair - more later. When I saw a section of hair that looked frizzy I applied a bit more product and scrunched - and viola! My hair started curling and I began to see glistening (dang) and loosely but defined spiraled curls emerging! I stood in front of the mirror and kept up the scrunching and working the hair all over my head. CURLS - I GOT CURLS - ACTUAL CURLS! One thing though - I did NOT need to use any extra oil - and I would not recommend using anything else except Curls Unleashed however things might turn out better if you apply the leave-in conditioner during the styling phase because after my hair dried completely it was a bit on the dry side. My results were very little hair shrinkage and I got spirally tight curls and was able to come up with a pretty decent-looking style just using my fingers to arrange the curls.Just to be clear though the results will not resemble "Shirley Temple" curls but you will not be disappointed in the least because this product actually works quite well on 4b hair in the natural state - transforming just washed frizz into a mass of well-defined springy, spirally curls that look like you used curling rods to produce the look. I should also add I didn't "twist" or braid or do anything else except apply the product to very damp hair and scrunch until my hair absorbed the product and using my fingers to scrunch my hair repeatedly in small sections until it began curling. After my hair dried completely the curls became tighter, springier and more defined and there was no flaking or "crunchiness" with my results.I LOVE THIS STUFF! I didn't exactly get perfect results the first time - I probably used more product than was required and I added extra oils to my hair I didn't need - and regret but most people reported their results were less than perfect the first time as well so - the important thing is I am pleased with the results I received and very impressed with this product. And, judging by other reviewer comments, the first time is mostly a learning curve and I have to wholeheartedly agree with that! A big plus for me is not only did I notice that Curls Unleashed product works well - OTHER PEOPLE NOTICED AND I GOT COMPLIMENTS ON MY CURLY HAIR!Anywho - I wanted a stylish break from perming and a more natural look that is also easy to manage and I can honestly point to Curls Unleashed as the product and the solution I was looking for. Even more important - For me (horns blaring) Curls Unleashed is my very own Holy Grail (borrowed but true)! I will definitely buy this product again and again and again and again.

I have nothing but great things to say about this hair cream, it moisturizes my hair and keeps my curls in touch without it leaving it looking oily. Not to mention it controls the frizz, as long as this cream is available i will continue to keep on purchasing

I had used this product before, so I was already familiar with it. I was simply recording it. It does well for my hair type and helps keep it moisturized.

Great for curls

I Love this Product!!! I put it in my damp hair and it completely takes ALL frizz out and amplifies your own curl! 10/10

When I went natural, I couldn't find a good product to help with unleashing my curls. Well, this is the product. It's a cream based and can be heavy on your hair, but I have learned how to use it and I get so many compliments about my natural curls. The jar lasts me for about 3-4 months. Love it, love it , love it. No other products for me,

I bought this as it was recommended for my hair texture. It smells good but does not enhance my curls. I don’t use it

This Root Stimulator is chiefly for regular maintenance as opposed to daily hair dressing. At least that is how I'm using it and I am so pleased to have discovered these Nemaste products to which I was introduced by my sister who lives in Essex, England. To wit, I believe she must have acquired her products via a Nemaste Distributor located in South Africa or so her jars stated. Thus I was thrilled to see that the Nemaste Laboraties LLC is actually in Chicago and thereby available to me via the USA. But back to the quality of the product, if you've been exhausted trying to find the right treatment for your VERY NEGROID I.E. KINKY HAIR, look no further, these are absolutely AMAZING. The feel, the softness, the glow, the ease of application - i.e. no worries about unsightly residue - makes them (and I say them as I also bought the gel) worth every cent.