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Smooth 'N Shine Curl Activator Gel, For Extra Dry Hair, 10.5 oz

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★★★★☆
3.8

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★★★★☆
4.2

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Pros

  • Lightweight (15)
  • Controls frizz (14)
  • Easy to use (14)
  • Healthier hair (9)
  • Smells great (6)
  • Strong hold (4)
  • 2nd 3rd and 4th day hair (1)
  • Cheap product (1)
  • Defines curls (1)
  • Economical (1)
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Cons

  • Greasy (4)
  • Doesn't work (3)
  • Sticky (3)
  • Messy (2)
  • Does it have alcohol (1)
  • Dries-out hair (1)
  • Just lays on hair (1)
  • Strong odor (1)

Best Uses

  • Curly hair (18)
  • Thick hair (12)
  • Everyday (9)
  • Travel (3)
  • Fine hair (2)
  • Natural hair (2)
  • And go looking fab (1)
  • I don't know (1)
  • I then apply this gel (1)
  • I wet my hair first (1)
 
 
 

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With Aloe Vera. Create any curl style. A unique blend of glycerin and Aloe Vera. Curl Activator Gel helps define and smooth curls while conditioning and softening dry, damaged hair. Added proteins help strengthen and repair extra dry hair. Made in USA.

Specification Description
Model 052336607910
UPC 052336607910
Directions Place desired amount in palm, rub hands together and apply to wet or dry hair.  Finger-comb throughout for even distribution.  Style as desired.
Ingredients Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Hyaluronic Acid, Panthenol, Oleth 20, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Benzophenone 4, Disodium EDTA, DMDM Hydantoin, Fragrance, Ext Violet 2
Product Details with Aloe Vera Create any curl style.  A unique blend of glycerin and Aloe Vera, Curl Activator Gel helps define and smooth curls while conditioning and softening dry, damaged hair.  Added proteins help strengthen and repair extra dry hair. Made in USA

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Last update: Oct 24, 2009

Smooth 'N Shine Curl Activator Gel, For Extra Dry Hair, 10.5 oz Reviews

 
 
 

Most helpful positive review

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Most helpful negative review

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
Wonderful product for people of color!

"people think that i just left the beauty salon when i'm finished with this, this is a great look for me and for a woman of color! they tell me i look so fresh and they have to know what i did to my hair! it's very fascinating, but i think too that you have to have naturally curly hair to begin with to get the best possible look!..." Read Full Review »

Jul 02, 2007 by mary

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★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Returned it the same day.

"*My experience is proof that you shouldnt depend on reviews for certain types of products...electronics, sure, but stuff for your hair, not really, since everyone's hair and other stuff they use on their hair is different. I dont know if my hair would be considered "3b" or "4 whatever"...but it grows in very silky and I'd only get a tangle maybe 2 times per month when I finger-comb. But, this past week I've ha..." Read Full Review »

Aug 19, 2009 by Shevi

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Smooth 'N Shine Curl Activator Gel, For Extra Dry Hair, 10.5 oz Review

Returned it the same day.

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • Controls Frizz

    Cons

  • Doesn't Work
  • Greasy

    Best Uses

  • Curly Hair
  • Thinner Hair
 

"*My experience is proof that you shouldnt depend on reviews for certain types of products...electronics, sure, but stuff for your hair, not really, since everyone's hair and other stuff they use on their hair is different. I dont know if my hair would be considered "3b" or "4 whatever"...but it gro …"  Read Full Review »

Pre-Activator Gel/Newly washed.

Pre-Activator Gel/Newly washed.

Activator once dried.

Activator once dried.
  • Made with Product
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Aug 19 2009
Alexandria, VA
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  • Minimalist
 

Smooth 'N Shine Curl Activator Gel, For Extra Dry Hair, 10.5 oz Review

Returned it the same day.

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • Controls Frizz

    Cons

  • Doesn't Work
  • Greasy

    Best Uses

  • Curly Hair
  • Thinner Hair
 

"I wish I could tell you this product worked for me...It didnt. After trying about 6 other products that didnt work for my hair, and reading the great reviews of this product, I went to my local [...] to find it. Found out from a Walgreens manager that it was being discontinued and that the nearest …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Aug 19 2009
Alexandria, VA
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  • Minimalist
 

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Smooth 'N Shine Curl Activator Gel, For Extra Dry Hair, 10.5 oz Review

Wonderful product for people of color!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Controls Frizz
  • Easy To Use
  • Healthier Hair
  • I just wet apply and go
  • Lightweight
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • And go looking fab
  • Curly Hair
  • Daily Use
  • I then apply this gel
  • I wet my hair first
  • More »
 

"people think that i just left the beauty salon when i'm finished with this, this is a great look for me and for a woman of color! they tell me i look so fresh and they have to know what i did to my hair! it's very fascinating, but i think too that you have to have naturally curly hair to begin wit …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 2 2007
mary
chicago, IL
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Price: $3.29
 
 

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Smooth 'N Shine Curl Activator Gel, For Extra Dry Hair, 10.5 oz Review

LovinMeNaturally

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Controls Frizz
  • Easy To Use
  • Lightweight
  • Moisturizing
  • Smells Great

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Curly Hair
  • Natural Hair
 

"This product is the business. I have 4b/4c natural hair and this product works excellent for my hair. No need to wash and go everyday. Just water spritz or re-apply a little style and go. It is very moisturizing, dries within 30-45 mins., next day hair wareable, will not dry your hair out, controls …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 15 2009
LovinMeNaturally
Florida
I am:
  • Beauty Conscious
Reviewed at:
Price: $3.29
 
 

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Smooth 'N Shine Curl Activator Gel, For Extra Dry Hair, 10.5 oz Review

Curl Activator?

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Controls Frizz
  • Easy To Use
  • Healthier Hair
  • Lightweight
  • No smell
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Curly Hair
  • Thicker Hair
 

"I have extremely thick curly hair. I was looking for a product to use in the winter months due to the cold weather. After several products later, I decided that my hair was so dry that I would try anything. I picked up the product as a test and now I'm hooked. I work this product completely thro …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jan 29 2009
Kay
IL
I am:
  • Minimalist
Reviewed at:
Price: $3.29
 
 
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