NaturalMe4C
  • Blog
  • Hair Regimen
  • My Hair Product Stash 2017
  • Contact Me
  • YouTube Channel
  • Facebook Page
  • FAQ
  • Hair Lingo
  • Hair Stash 2016

Giovanni Smooth As Silk, Tresemme Naturals, and Shea Moisture Comparison

2/25/2013

2 Comments

 

Giovanni Smooth as Silk Deeper Moisture Conditioner

Picture
  I was a little skeptical about using this conditioner :)  I've heard soo many wonderful things about the Giovanni direct leave in that I wasn't sure how this would measure up.  But after searching high and low for the leave in lol, I decided to give the Smooth as Silk a try.  After all, my hair tends to thrive on using regular conditioners as leave ins as long as there are no nasty ingredients in it lol.  I have been nothing but incredibly shocked by the performance of this conditioner! I have NEVER used a conditioner in my hair, relaxed or natural, quite like this one!  This conditioner leaves my hair crazy soft!  I've even asked my husband many times to feel my hair because it was sooo soft  LOL!  When twisting my hair the first time using this, it was as though I had no SSK's lol.  Usually, I can feel them and either snip them or  try to just ignore them because they come back no matter what lol.  But this time???!  I felt only 1 SSK that I had to snip lol. ( Now I know there are others lol, but I didn't feel them!)  It kinda reminds me of the results of an apple cider vinegar rinse...super smooth and silky feeling hair.   I love this!  





HIGHLIGHTS

*Great Ingredients
*Great Scent
*"For real" moisture lol
*High Shine(Yes! On my 4C hair lol)
*Extreme Softness
*A little goes a long way!
*Silicone Free
* Great rinse out Conditioner
* Can be used for cowashing
* Seems to melt away tangles
*Smooths hair shaft

* Light protein
*Works well with gel






CONS for My Hair

*Pricey $8.00
* Causes frizz
*  Little hold (But I have to remind myself that it is a conditioner not a gel lol)
*Like Tresemme, may cause a little itching if too much is used near scalp.

Here are pictures I took during my "experimental phase"  with Giovanni Smooth As Silk Deeper Moisture Conditioner.  All pics are my hair with only using olive oil, avocado butter and Giovanni.  No gel :D 
Note: I have noticed that the ingredients have changed several times with this conditioner. Some have the protein higher in the ingredients list.  The one I am using does not.   Be sure to check the labels :)


Picture

Shea Moisture Curl and Style Milk (small recap)

Picture
Highlights

*Great Scent!
* Moisturizes
* Light sheen

*Great for children's hair
*Lightweight

*Silicone free
*Glycerin free(unless ingredients changed)

CONS for My Hair

* Need to use a lot of product for great results
*Pricey $9.99-$10.99

Check out my Shea Moisture blog post for more details :)

Tresemme Naturals (small recap)

Picture
   I've noticed on some websites, that the ingredients are listed with this product containing isopropyl alcohol... the bottle I have does not have that ingredient in it so I'm not sure if there has been an ingredient change or not.  Just be sure to check the labels :)

HIGHLIGHTS

* Great ingredients
* Awesome "slip" for removing tangles
* Lots of product for cheap price
* Great hold when used as a styler
* Light smell 
* Moisturizes
*Provides "okay" shine
* Protein free
* Silicone free
* Can be used for cowashing
* Works well with gel as long as you don't use too much








CONS for My Hair
 
*Causes itching if too much is used near the scalp
* Smell could be better (lol)

* cheap  about 5.99 for 25 oz

  So it looks like these three products are going to be rotated in my regimen depending on the hairstyle I want to achieve lol.  When I want high shine and high moisture, I'll reach for the Giovanni (which will be most of the time lol)  When I want a lot of fluff to my fro, Shea Moisture is it!  Last, when I want my twistouts to have a some hold, then I'll reach for the Tresemme lol. They all work great in different ways and I now have a few options!   I'm still going to eventually try the Giovanni Direct Leave in lol. 
Check out Giovanni Smooth As Silk Full Review- NaturalMe4C :D
2 Comments
sandy
2/26/2013 12:48:44 am

Glad to see your review on Giovanni. Before I purchase I try to check the manufacturer's website to learn more about a conditioner and where it fits into their line. According to their website the Giovanni Smooth as Silk is more for damaged hair. I don't think your hair is damaged. I'm thinking the reason for your cons is because your hair is getting "too much moisture" from that particular products. Be careful. I use to use those rich in too much moisture products and it made my hair strands to stretchy and weak and then I had to swing back to protein conditioners to strengthen it once again. Also many people don't realize that hairdressers use about 2-3 different moisturizers in one visit. Why? Because one gives moisture, another an added protein and then a leave in. So this is one reason that its hard for people to find that one conditioner that does everything for the hair. Reading in depth The Science of Black Hair really helped me to understand why there are so many moisturizers and protein conditioners. Each moisturizer or protein conditioner has a differing amount of ingredients to accomplish its goals. I believe that is why Giovanni has the 50/50 because that will give you enough of both moisturizing and protein. So, I agree that one might be better for your hair. But just don't over moisturize, because it isn't worth the shine. It really feels like your hair is being melted down and the twist texture doesn't hold. Good luck with your journey.

Reply
NaturalMe4C
2/26/2013 01:32:38 am

Hi Sandy!
Thanks for the tips! I have had moisture overload once before when I was transitioning using Shea Moisture lol. I will definitely be paying attention to my hair and if I feel like its getting there then I will surely be backing down on this conditioner! LOL God bless!

Reply



Leave a Reply.

    Picture

    About Me

    Crystal aka Kriss

    Hey!  I'm Crystal, an energetic married mother of two who is on a journey to become the woman God has meant for me to be.  I'm sharing my journey in hopes to inspire others to be comfortable with who they are. Here you will find lots of things ranging from natural hair care, beauty, marriage fun, spirituality, and more!


     Remember to be who you are and not the person others think you should be! 


    Last Relaxer Date: 

    February 3, 2012


    Big Chop Date: 
    August 5th 2012




    Archives

    August 2017
    July 2017
    June 2017
    May 2017
    April 2017
    March 2017
    February 2017
    January 2017
    December 2016
    November 2016
    October 2016
    September 2016
    August 2016
    July 2016
    June 2016
    May 2016
    April 2016
    March 2016
    February 2016
    January 2016
    December 2015
    November 2015
    October 2015
    September 2015
    August 2015
    July 2015
    June 2015
    May 2015
    April 2015
    March 2015
    February 2015
    January 2015
    December 2014
    November 2014
    October 2014
    September 2014
    August 2014
    July 2014
    June 2014
    May 2014
    April 2014
    March 2014
    February 2014
    January 2014
    December 2013
    November 2013
    October 2013
    September 2013
    August 2013
    July 2013
    June 2013
    May 2013
    April 2013
    March 2013
    February 2013
    January 2013
    December 2012
    November 2012
    October 2012

    Categories

    All
    Bible Lessons
    Bible Lessons
    Braidout
    Dusting Ends/SSK's
    Family Life And Fun
    Family Life And Fun
    Fun Hairstyles
    Fun Hairstyles
    Hair Frustrations
    Hair Fun And Ideas
    Hair Products
    Hair Products
    Hair Talk And Ideas
    Hair Updates
    Hair Updates
    Makeup
    Regimen
    Shopping/ Haul
    Shrinkage Wash &go
    Skin Care
    Trimming
    Twistout
    Updo Styles
    Updo Styles

    RSS Feed

    Tweets by @NaturalMe4C
Proudly powered by Weebly
  • Blog
  • Hair Regimen
  • My Hair Product Stash 2017
  • Contact Me
  • YouTube Channel
  • Facebook Page
  • FAQ
  • Hair Lingo
  • Hair Stash 2016