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Despite the fact I’m in my 4th decade of life, it’s only recently I’ve begun to learn about my hair. Growing up, I had no one to teach me about how to look after Afro Caribbean hair. But I guess its better late then never! One product I now use regular is a leave in conditioner. Over the last few weeks I’ve been using Superdrug’s Black Castor & Shea Leave In Conditioning Cream to keep my hair in check. So what is it like?
Why did I buy this?
My usual leave in conditioner ran out. Normally I would buy it when it’s on special offer, which it wasn’t at the time I needed to repurchase it. So I was looking for an alternative to do the same job but at a more affordable price. I was already in a Superdrug store and thought this product could be ideal for my hair type and my wallet.
What is this supposed to do?
This product is designed to control frizz, add shine and make hair more manageable. Ideal for hair types which are tight textured, curly and coily.
How to use
Can be used on damp or dry hair. Use from roots to end of hair.
Consistency & Texture
This reminds me of a body lotion consistency wise. It’s smooth, liquid but has a little hold to it and I could feel a slight waxiness to it while in use.
Fragrance
It’s not a strong scented product, but it’s nice. Floral, quite sweet, which reminds me of a delicate vanilla, but not too heady. Absolutely gorgeous and way too easy to sniff regularly.
In use
I’ve used this on damp hair straight after it has been washed and conditioned, and also when hair has been sprayed with water, so its not dry. On both occasions I sectioned my hair to create individual twists. I’ve used this on both my hair and my daughter’s.
I’m naturally very generous with whatever leave in conditioner I use. My hair will soak it up, and because I use it once a week I don’t want to skimp. So, after combing through my damp hair, I applied this all over from roots to the ends of my hair. Very easy to apply. The conditioner stayed where it needed to go because of its consistency.
My hair wasn’t greasy or sticky but moist, with that slight waxy feel I mentioned early. My hair looked hydrated, twists defined and overall neat. I also couldn’t help but feel and see my hair being a little more bouncier than usual, which was a pleasant surprise! Did I see any shine? Not particularly noticeable on my hair, so no.
Negatives?
250ml of product isn’t enough for me! I use this or something similar on both myself and my daughter’s hair so the bigger the tub the better the value and longer it lasts.
Recommended?
I really like this product! I’m glad I gave this a go as I tend to head towards specific hair care products for Afro Caribbean hair. How it behaves on other hair types I can’t comment on, but on my own hair it did exactly what it needed to do and wasn’t too expensive which is always a plus point!
Unfortunately this doesn’t seem to be available anymore, but there are other products from this range including oils, shampoos, conditioners and curl defining products starting from £4.49.