Mixed Chicks or AfroVeda

taraleigh

I'm looking into buying the [buylink=http://www.curlmart.com/Mixed-Chicks-Leave-in-Conditioner-p-279.html?utm_source=naturallycurly.com&utm_medium=text-link&utm_content=curltalk-post-text&utm_campaign=mixed-chicks-leavein-conditioner]Mixed Chicks Leave-In[/buylink] Condition or AfroVeda's Shea Alma Whipped Butter. My hair has a tendency to be pretty dry, and it's very thick and coarse as well...I'm also trying to grow my hair out so I want to use something that is conducive to that as well. I'm trying to reverse some damage of previous relaxing without having to cut all of my hair off too. Which of these products is better for my goals?

Greatcurls

Each person's hair is different, so the results will be different with the same products.

There are two ways that you can use the MC Leave-in: for twists, Bantu knots and the like, you will need a moisturising leave-in conditioner prior since you have dry hair. If you place it on soaking, wet hair, it will leave your hair soft with good curl definition without the moisturising leave-in.

The MC Leave-in is really a styling cream, so if you want a long lasting curl definition, then you will use less of a moisturising leave-in and vice versa. Also, if you do have "crunch", that crunch will go away in two days as you scrunch your hair, leaving you with soft hair.

Once you try it two to three times, you'll know whether or not if it's for you. Mixed Chicks also sells samples.

I have not tried AfroVeda's Shea Alma Whipped Butter, so I can't give my opinion about it.

Reeky

I have not tried the whipped butter but i think it may be better for your dry hair..
Mixed Chicks is more of a styling cream than a leave in, its not very moisturizing at all! It actually gives a hold, which i find as Greatcurls stated to be "crunchy"
I personally like Karens Body Beautiful [buylink=http://www.curlmart.com/Carols-Daughter-Hair-Milk-p-1032.html?utm_source=naturallycurly.com&utm_medium=text-link&utm_content=curltalk-post-text&utm_campaign=Carol's-Daughter-Hair-Milk]hair milk[/buylink] as a moisturizing leave in.. but if i were you id go for the Afroveda!

curlycookie

I bought the MC "trio" (sham, DC, LI) before I knew about anything CG. I love the DC but for me the leave-in wasn't "heavy" enough for my fine 3c hair and I definately needed other products over top. Personally I like a leave-in that's a bit thicker. I don't know anything about the AfroVeda. And that's just one gal's opinion .

Curly_Jammy

I love the Afroveda Cocolatte hair butter is very moisturizing and smells like coco, I use this and aloe vera gel of my wash n gos, the come out great!

chrissa06

I just started using mixed chicks leave in and im in LOVE i have tried everything under teh sun to try and get my curls under control without having the wet dog look or being all crunchy and this really works... although if you use too much it can get crunchy in some spots so you just have to gauge how much you should use on your hair.. hope this helps :profileright:

Naturalista

taraleigh wrote: »

I'm looking into buying the [buylink=http://www.curlmart.com/Mixed-Chicks-Leave-in-Conditioner-p-279.html?utm_source=naturallycurly.com&utm_medium=text-link&utm_content=curltalk-post-text&utm_campaign=mixed-chicks-leavein-conditioner]Mixed Chicks Leave-In[/buylink] Condition or AfroVeda's Shea Alma Whipped Butter. My hair has a tendency to be pretty dry, and it's very thick and coarse as well...I'm also trying to grow my hair out so I want to use something that is conducive to that as well. I'm trying to reverse some damage of previous relaxing without having to cut all of my hair off too. Which of these products is better for my goals?

These products are very different and serve different functions.

MC: is a LI conditioner that also has hold. It lends moisture while sealing the hair to lock in the style. Its mainly a wash n go product.

AV Shea Amla butter: is a moisturizer in that its main role is to seal in moisture and not give it, but it does have some conditioning ingredients in it. This is what makes it ideal for protective styling with its ability to lock in the moisture and prolong the life of a style.

If you're trying to nurse your hair to health, the best route would be conditioner. Using nourishing (emollient based) conditioner to cowash and rinse out, as well as deep treat. To strengthen the hair, protein treatments (protein based conditioners) are the standard. Reducing exposure to heat and manipulation are ideal so protective styling is a way to achieve both. Whichever you choose, good luck.