Product Review: Carols Daughter Black Vanilla Moisture And Shine Hydrating Conditioner

I have always used Trader Joe's Tea Tree Tingle Conditioner as my instant conditioner (along with pre-poo, detangler, added to henna gloss, and deep conditioner)...but since it's my 4th year being a naturalista, I decided to treat myself to the entire Carols Daughter Black Vanilla line because I've had my eyes on it for some time! 

Product Name:

Carols Daughter Black Vanilla Moisture And Shine Hydrating Conditioner

Price and Size:

$12.00/12oz (Target) 

Product Description:

You can instantly put an end to dry, dull, brittle hair. When you naturally balance hair’s moisture - manageability, softness and shine are just around the corner. This rich hydrating conditioner can do just that, plus it detangles and makes hair easier to style. The blend of Pro-vitamin B5 and Biotin strengthens and softens hair when it’s wet so there are fewer snags, snaps and tugs. And, it’s light enough to use daily and is also perfect as a co-wash.

INSTANTLY IMPROVES DRY HAIR BY 80%!

 No Parabens, No Mineral Oil, No Artificial Colors, No Petroleum

FOR DRY, DULL OR BRITTLE HAIR

Package Instructions:

After shampooing, work thoroughly into wet hair. Massage gently into your scalp and hair, especially the ends. Leave in your hair for 3 to 5 minutes and rinse well.

Ingredients:

Cyclopentasiloxane, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Amodimethicone, AMP-Acrylates Copolymer, Ascorbic Acid, Biotin, Butylene Glycol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), C11-15 Pareth-7,C12-13 Pareth-23, C12-13 Pareth-3, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetrimonium, Chloride, Citric Acid, Cyclohexasiloxane, Dicetyldimonium Chloride, Dimethicone, Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Laureth-9, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Melilotus Officinalis Extract, Panthenol, PEG-45M, Polyquaternium-37, Polysorbate 60, Polyurethane-14, PPG-1 Trideceth-6, Propylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Retinyl Palmitate, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Tetrasodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Trideceth-12, Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Extract, VP/DMAPA Acrylates Copolymer, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Fragrance (Parfum)Copolymer, Trideceth-12, Tetrasodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Methylisothiazolinone, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Fragrance (Parfum)

Cyclopentasiloxane - silicone, increases slip, helps glide through hair 
Behentrimonium Methosulfate - condition the hair as well as cut down on static
Amodimethicone - silicone, helps glide through hair, can be drying if not rinsed out
AMP-Acrylates Copolymer - strength, hardness, and elasticity but creates buildup and gets sticky
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) - preservative, pH adjuster (more acidic), and antioxidant
(From Tightly Curly)

Powerful ingredients at work:
Pro-vitamin B5
Biotin
Vitamin E
Shea Butter
Nettle
Lavender Flower
Sweet Clover
Wild Rose
Calendula
Sage
Rosemary

My Experience:

After shampooing my hair, I used this conditioner. I usually use different brands of shampoos and conditioner. While my hair is in 5 sections, I add a great amount to each section as I did "praying hands" and added lots on my ends. I allowed to sit for 5 minutes. Then I rinsed out with warm water and continued with my washing regimen.

Carols Daughter Black Vanilla Moisture And Shine Hydrating Conditioner  

My Thoughts:

Smells Absolutely Yummy!

Just like the shampoo, this has that same yummy ice cream scent that just make you want to eat it. This aroma is just so relaxing, especially during your personal time in the shower.

Soft And Completely Moisturized Hair

When I rinsed my hair out of the conditioner, my hair felt soooo soft and moisturized. I honestly couldn't keep my hands out of my hair during this time.

Strong And Protein-Filled

I will say that even though my hair felt very soft, it also felt strong and protein-filled. It was like I did a protein treatment and deep conditioning treatment in one (like ApHogee Curlific Texture Treatment ). It does have ingredients that are also in other protein treatments.

Great As A Detangler And Co Wash

This definitely worked as a detangling products and I did have an opportunity to co wash my hair at one time. And this was so gentle on my hair as it added much needed moisture.

Other than the awesome attributes of the product's performance, I will say that I was disappointed to see all of these ingredients that I cannot pronounce or had to do some research on them. This product has WAY TOO MANY ingredients for my liking of any kind of product and it has silicones in it. *sigh* however, I will continue to use this conditioner and the Black Vanilla line and see how my hair responds.

I RECOMMEND THIS PRODUCT!

  

Check out more Carol's Daughter Products!
Carols Daughter Black Vanilla Moisture and Shine Sulfate-Free Shampoo
Carols Daughter Almond Milk Daily Damage Repair Leave-In Conditioner 
Carols Daughter Black Vanilla Edge Control Smoother
Carols Daughter Black Vanilla Moisture and Shine Hair Sheen

Natural hair says: it is best to know your hair before purchasing products without researching it. Make sure you learn your hair, check the product label, and read on reviews to determine if the product is worth purchasing. Never purchase on a whim.

Always Desire Your Natural, 

Christina J

*This is a product review for Carols Daughter Black Vanilla Moisture And Shine Hydrating Conditioner , which was purchased with my own money and is my honest opinion.