Sunday, March 24, 2013

OBI Natural Hair Care GIVEAWAY!

ITS THAT TIME AGAIN! It has been a while since we have hosted a giveaway and Omini from OBI Natural Hair Care has offered to bless one of our readers with a set of FULL SIZE products from OBI. The winner will receive..

*OBI Curl Enhancing Custard 12oz

*OBI Curl Moisture Cream 4oz
*OBI Curl Hydration Spray 8oz
*OBI Coconut & Shea Shampoo Bar

                 (Here is a picture of the set we received so you can get an idea of what the winner will receive)



The giveaway will run for 2 weeks and 1 winner will be chosen via Rafflecopter as the giveaway has concluded. This giveaway is ONLY open to residents of the U.S.A. I will give the winner 24 hours to claim their prize and after that point if i do not hear from the winner i will select another via Rafflecopter. Click here to reflect on our recent reviews of the OBI Natural Hair Care Line.



a Rafflecopter giveaway


To find out more about OBIA Natural Hair Care please: 
God Bless and Happy Styling!

Diva R's Mommy-Kim

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Hairspiration: Large Box Braids, Pony Tail, Curls and Beads

Here is some Hairspiration that is on the simple side for those in need of something cute yet different with a hint of ease.  This is a style i did a while back for the Divas Birthday school style.  She LOVES these star beads and requested then specifically. They are from Curly Princess Hair Boutique.  In total this style took about 25 minutes mostly due to the OCD that i have with parting.  The style is self explanatory and can even be altered over several days creating new styles from a blue print of one.  



Happy Styling! God Bless.

Diva R's Mommy-Kim

OBI Natural Hair Care Line


OBI Natural Hair Care Line

Hello blessed friends and family of ours! We have been busy reviewing and trying new things lately (this is the Divas FAVORITE part anyway). So this time around we are blessed to have had the opportunity to review 4 products from OBI Natural Hair Care Line.  Included in our gift pack were the following...


*OBI Curl Enhancing Custard
*OBI Curl Moisture Cream
*OBI Curl Hydration Spray
*OBI Coconut Shea Shampoo Bar

These are all full size products and they are free of sulfates, parabens, mineral oils, petroleum, DEA, phthalates, artificial colors, and carcinogens.  Omini from OBI had contacted me and so generously blessed us with these products that we've been exclusively using for the past few months. 

I will begin reviewing the aforementioned products in order.

Click here to check out a few videos about OBI Natural Hair Care and its many facets.

I will begin with the OBI Curl Enhancing Custard


Product Description
This alcohol-free formula hydrates, elongates, and provides super shine to all types of hair.  Does not leave a waxy residue or buildup. Infused with argan oil, grape seed oil, and olive oil. 

Ingredients
Purified water (Aqua), Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil, Vitis vinfera (Grape seed) Oil, Argania spinosa (Argan) Oil, Carbomer, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Vegetable Glycerin, Gluconolactone and Sodium Benzoate, Triethanolamine, Xantham Gum, Fragrance.

Color: White
Scent: Fragrant free lotion-y smell but in a good way
Texture/Consistency: Whipped, light, somewhat translucent creamy custard
Cost: $15.00 per 12oz

Pros

- 100% Vegan and Hypoallergenic
- Its free of alot of bad well known ingredients
- Made in the USA
- Nearly no fragrance
- Great amount of product for the price
- Very light weight
- Applies generously and vastly with a small amount used
- Kid-Friendly

Cons

- Could be scented with something or have options to get a scented custard

My Feelings

From the beginning i was intrigued from the scentlessness because it was different in a good way.  Then the texture was even more of a distinguishing type which was comparable to a real custard but more whipped and somewhat see through at points.  It being white in color is a positive because of the texture of this, it smooths in so good there isn't a trace of color present in my daughters hair and there isn't even a bit of build up even days into using this curl custard.  It can be applied a few times over if needed and still looks great and amplifies her curls equally. Id say that this serves more as a style cream for my daughter. I use this also as a light weight gel substitute or a definer but i do not intend on any hold elements coming forth.  This is an adult product but works great with children and is friendly to the eyes and skin too.  I love the hard to describe lightness that this custard presents, it is a great compliment to my daughters soft and fine loose curls. This is a keeper in our book.

                           This is the result after using the Custard and spritz together 



Next up is the OBI Curl Moisture Cream





Product Description

Use to add moisture and hydration to your hair.  Infused with argan oil, lavender oil, grape seed oil, vitamin E, and burdock root. Promotes hair growth without leaving your hair weighed down

Ingredients

 Purified Water (Aqua), Behentrimonium Methosulfate and Cetearyl Alcohol, Vitis vinfera (Grape seed) Oil, Vegetable Glycerin, Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil, Argania spinosa (Argan) oil, Gluconolactone and Sodium Benzoate, Arctium lappa (Burdock Root), Lavandula officinalis (Lavender) Oil, Cocos nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Glycine soya (Soybean) Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Oil, Triethanolamine, Fragrance (Parfum)

Instructions

Use on wet or dry hair.  Rub a quarter size amount between your hands and apply to your hair.  Style as desired.  pH balanced Curl Moisture Cream seals in moisture and minimizes frizz by smoothing and closing the cuticle.

Color: White

Scent: Like a light perfumey scent/hard to pin point
Texture/Consistency: Fluffy, whipped and light/creamy whipping cream
Cost: $10.00 per 4oz

Pros

-Natural/Vegan
-Moderately kid friendly
-Made in the USA
-Can be re applied without risk of build up or particles
-Incredibly light weight
-Good for light moisturizing
-Great slip

Cons

-The scent isnt the greatest, it could come in more scents
-The cost is a little over what wed spend on a 4oz product
-It takes a  considerable amount to cover my daughters hair (super fine and thin)
-Jar is slightly leaky
-Has ARGAN oil in it (which is a NO NO for people with sever nut allergies like my daughter, luckily shes not allergic to this specifically)

My Feelings

I have used this alongside and separate from the fellow OBI products we were sent and have spent a few months reviewing these exclusively.  So i can say that this moisture cream beginning with its scent kind of through us off a bit because were not into flowery perfume smells. But the texture of this was quite a delight and if the scent was either fragrant free or fruity or herbal it would have been dynamic. I can taste the perfume in my throat after smelling it though.  This is the first product (which we tried) that has ever had the most ideal texture as far as a cream moisturizer is concerned for my daughter.  In over night braids it softens her hair greatly over night and in the morning its so soft and bouncy. It does take quite a bit of product for it to cover my daughters hair.  Overall i do like this product and it will be kept in our rotation.

             This picture is showing the results of before and after application


              This picture shows results after using the Curl Cream and Spritz together


    This style i used the Curl Cream and Spritz


Next up to bat is the OBI Curl Hydration Spray





Product Description
Use daily to moisturize your hair and scalp, or to refresh your style. Infused with argan oil, rose oil, and vitamin E

Ingredients
Purified Water (Aqua), Vegetable Glycerin, Argania Spinosa (Argan) Oil, Rose Oil, Cocos nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Soybean Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Gluconolactone and Sodium Benzoate, Triethanolamine, Fragrance (Parfum).

Instructions 
Spray directly onto hair and scalp. Style as usual. Hydrates curls, adds shine, detangles, and conditions hair. Does not leave buildup or residue with daily use.

Color: Clear
Scent: Perfumey
Texture/Consistency: Mildy slippery clear liquid
Cost: $10.00 per 8oz

Pros
-Light weight
-Moderate spritz
-Natural/Vegan
-Made in the USA
-Does not leave particles
-Versatile product
-Moderately kid friendly
-Spritzer works well and emits a nice mist
-Well priced for quantity

Cons
-Perfumey-could be toned down or have other scent options
-Has ARGAN oil in it (which is a NO NO for people with sever nut allergies like my daughter, luckily shes not allergic to this specifically)

My Feelings
I like to have a good moisturizing spray on hand because it dually functions for us as a light moisturizer and a finisher. So as i began using this one (which i used exclusively with the other OBI products for a few months now and am currently still using it) i noticed right away some good qualities. I do like how the mist spritzes, it has a nice plume and it covers a vast area with just one spray. In total i use 3-4 sprays to cover her hair if down and not styled and 2 sprays if her hair is styled. I really like this as a finishing product in her hair, it helps to add moisture and doesn't need to be reapplied within the same day. I have noticed that this functions best on her damp or wet hair unless her hair is braided or styled alike. For use of this over time is concerned i've applied this once a day to styles that have stayed in a solid 7-8 days and there is not a bit of build up in sight. I hold ALL products to their claims and this hydration spray has met all of its claims hands down. I do like it. The only thing i would change is the scent of it, id prefer something sweeter or neutral. I'm all for the goodies that this hydration spray has in it. It ranks as being one of the better moisture sprays that we've tried. The fact that this does have a nut oil in it should be considered before buying it if the person who will be getting/using it has nut allergies as it could present a reaction in someone seriously allergic to all nuts...This would work great in all hair types through my experiences.


This is the result after using the Custard and spritz together


This picture shows results after using the Curl Cream and Spritz together



Last but not least is the OBI Coconut Shea Shampoo Bar




Product Description

This rich moisturizing shampoo will leave your hair soft, conditioned, and hydrated.  Shea butter deeply moisturizes and repairs damage to hair and scalp, while coconut oil protects hair from heat and chemical damage.

Ingredients

Saponified Oils of Coconut, Palm, Castor bean, Safflower; Shea Butter, Vegetable Glycerin, Purified Water, Rosemary Essential Oil, Sorbitol, Soybean protein, Sorbitan Oleate, Fragrance.

Instructions

Wet hair thoroughly.  Apply the shampoo bar directly to the hair and create lather with your fingers.  Rinse hair with cool water.

Color: Yellowish

Scent: Coconut/Beachy
Texture/Consistency: Smooth/Solid
Cost: $ 10.00

Pros

-The bar is smooth
-Moisturizers are evidently present in the shampoo bar
-No particulates
-Made in the USA
-Moderate lather
-Kid friendly
-Amazing fresh beachy scent
-Applies moderately easy
-Natural/Vegan

Cons

-Price is a little out of our normal range for the actual size of the bar
-I had to look up the ingredients because there wasnt a label with the shamp bar

My Feelings 

Ive tried several types of shampoo bars to date from varying companies and this one off bat was "different" upon inspection and use.  My daughter has very fine and thin hair with loose curls so there are certain products which are in favor and certain which are not in respect to her hair.  I like lathering the shampoo bar in my hands first and applying it by hand and then using the bar to apply it to her mids-ends.  Because when you dont get a whole lot of lather on a shampoo bar it can be "annoying" when using on on a childs hair as it takes a few min to do it when just using the bar to apply. So my method of use cuts out the time consuming part of applying to my daughters long hair. The scent is amazing! Im in love with the coconut-ty freshness and even after rinsing it is still present lightly. The Diva said "I LOVE this smell" It smells so good! Which the Divas opinion matters most since this is all about her. the shampoo bar makes her hair feel nice and clean without that stripped feeling, its great!




**Overall, As a final note i must give a huge shout out and HUG to Omini for blessing us with FULL size products to review! This is a big plus to us and a necessity as well when it comes to reviewing products efficiently and thoroughly because of the time it takes to get a "good feel" of the products and how they work under various conditions and experiments.  I cant provide a great in detail, thorough review when companies send us tiny sample packs containing one or two uses. So because of Omini's great generosity we were able to provide you with a great quality review off of quality time spent on the products we received from the OBI Natural Hair Care Line! *Hugs*

Happy Styling! God Bless
Diva R's Mommy-Kim