Taliah Waajid: Kinky wavy natural berry clean three in one shampoo

Overall summary: This is a new product for us, and while it does say it is a 3-in-1 and that no conditioner is needed, I went into this product with the understanding that I would likely still use conditioner.   There are sulfates in this product, so those who are working on "no poo" routines would want to avoid this.  However, the sulfates seemed to be moderated somewhat by the curl softeners (chamomile).  

After washing the hair felt a bit astringent (the sulfates)- or that squeaky clean feeling.  Something that isn't really what I like to feel with curly hair shampoos.  However, it didn't irritate curly girls eyes and it washed out quite easily.  Definitely requires conditioner treatment after use.  

Price: $$ ($8.00). A moderate price for 8oz.  I used about a dime sized portion on curly girl and had a full head of lather.  

Consistency: Regular shampoo like consistency.

Scent: It says it is Berry scented, but to us is sort of smelled like bubblegum or fruit.  Artificially scented, but it is not offensive.

Recommended for: At this point I'd recommend this for a shampoo for curly hair types below a 4.  If hair is 4+ I'd definitely recommend avoiding sulfate based shampoo's.  For now this is an ok shampoo and I may consider ordering it again.  

Does anyone use this product for 4+ hair types?  Do you find it drying?  

Are you using conditioner afterwards as well?

Taliah Waajid: Kinky, Wavy Natural Style and Shine

Overall summary: The jury is out on this product for me.  We've been using it for a few months now, and I go through stages where I really like it, and where I'm not so sure.  It's supposed to help add shine and moisture as well as stop and repair breakage.  If you use too much it leaves small white flecks throughout the hair- strange little white crumbs really, not your usual product build up.  I'm still not sure if it provides much hold though.  Right now I've been using the vanilla styling cream for braids and it's a bit better for braids and twists.  This is something I will use as an alternative to curl sealer.  

Price: $ ($8.00). A little goes a long way with this product.  We've gone through 1/3 of this container in over 4 months.  I suspect it will last us about a year.  

Consistency: The consistency of this product is thick and sticky. It's almost like icing.  It feels sticky to touch, but it doesn't make the hairs sticky or crunchy.  

Scent: Coconut- smells a bit like banana boat sunscreen to me.

Recommended for: 2+ curly hair.  A non traditional gel option. Use if you aren't looking for hold, but use sparingly to prevent white build up.  

Is anyone else using this product, how is it working for you?