Does any one use curl activator lotion as a moisturiser?

[melissa-bee]

I bought one the other day because i am transitioning and needed something to help me with my braidouts. I know it won't make curls i haven't got but it's really helping my hair to stay moist.
I picked up one by sofn'free and the second ingredient after water is 'potassium cocoyl hydrolysed collagen' isn't that a protein? What are your experiences with curl activators without the jheri curl?

 

[supermodelsonya]

I use S curl on the regular and it keeps my hair and my daughter's hair very moisturized.I like to use it on my edges as well and tie it down with a scarf to keep them sleek.

 

[baddison]

Ditto.
I use S-Curl as well, and sometimes I even seal it in with a nice oil or butter. Its a great moisturizer/detangler.

 

[Miss AJ]

when i go back to my wash and wear curly styles i'll use curl juice and activator gel again. best combo ever and so is bb castor oil/aloe hair lotion and activator gel. i use that combo when i dont have any hawaiian silky. thats the only curl juice i use because it doesn't SMELL like curl juice lol.

 

[melissa-bee]

Thanks for answering, I thought you would all laugh.

 

[Miss AJ]

some people use horse conditioner and vag cream for hair growth, using curl juice would be the last thing folks should get laughed at for using lol.

 

[tri3nity]

I was just thinking about doing this to stretch my stretches. I only made it to 9 weeks this time and would like to make it to atleast 12 this go around. I have heard some good things about wave nouveau moisturizer and I keep looking at it in the bss.

 

[Ms_CoCo37]

Thank you for posting this!!! The PJ in me purchased a jar of S-Curl and forgot all about it. I'm going to try and put some on the ends of my twists tonight and see if it helps with keeping them moisturized.

 

[amwcah]

Whenever I am in braids, I use S-Curl and Carefree Curl.

 

[empressri]

word? i have some in this big yellow bottle with red writing...i could use that under ecostyler and not have crunchy curls? interesting...

 

[ceecy29]

S curl got me through my transition but now that I'm fully natural, it makes my scalp itch. Sadly, I think I'm allergic to it.

 

[melissa-bee]

I can't beleive my hair is still moisturised it's like my hair is a new person.

 

[beans4reezy]

I have just started to use Hawaiin Silky 14 n 1 on my extensions. My braids feel moist, but I wont really know how good it is until I take down my braids.

 

[PPGbubbles]

S- curl worked well for me....but I hate the smell so I am looking for a replacement

 

[mscocoface]

Yes, and I usually will place a citrius oil or peppermint oil to cover some of the scent of it.

 

[complexsimplicity]

I purchased Wave Nouveau a while ago. I didn't like it. The way it felt on my hair just felt nasty. I've been using African Royale Braid Spray as a moisturizer even though I'm not in braids or twists. My hair loves it. My hair is just sooooo soft right now. I can't keep my hands out of it.​

 

[Nonie]

S- curl worked well for me....but I hate the smell so I am looking for a replacement

Hawaiian Silky 14-in-1 is a good replacement for S Curl. If you like the smell of strawberries, then you will like it.

 

[mariofmagdal]

When I baggy my whole head, my best combo is Donnies Curl Activator Softening Lotion, Aloe Vera Gel, and QP Mango Butter. Hair loves it!

 

[God's Anointed]

S-curl and braid spray sealed with a little oil was a great moisturizer for me. I may have to revisit this for the winter months...I still have a bottle of that stuff lying around for those days that nothing works on moisturizing my hair.

Oh and one time, my friends' hair was really matted and i used S-Curl to detangle her hair. Talk about slip!!!

 

[Tif392002]

some people use horse conditioner and vag cream for hair growth, using curl juice would be the last thing folks should get laughed at for using lol.

LOL, I KNOW HUH? thats funny.

 

[Optimus_Prime]

I've started spraying world of curls on my new growth and it actually works! I'm not a PJ really, but I saw this giant a$$ bottle one day for like $5 and change and the ingredients seemed sound so I bought it. I've had it for months. I finally put some in a spray bottle and started using it last week.

 

[coolsista-paris]

when i use s curl my hair is also well moisturised. The only thing i don't like is the feeling (sticky slipery feeling) that makes me wanna wash my hair.
But it is very soft when i use s curl (gel for me)

 

[moonglowdiva]

I use Wave Nouveau <<to me it is ultra moisturizing>>
I have CFCG << this is not as moisturizing to me.
I have CFC Instant Moisturizer <<it serves its purpose>>

 

[Jewell]

Many ladies have been using Wave Nouveau, Care-Free Curl, and S-Curl products as moisturizers on their relaxed, natural, texturized, texlaxed hair. I for one have been using Care-Free Curl and other brand curl-activator gels for years (they are gentler than regular styling gels and have mostly aloe vera as ingredients). Also, I have been using S-Curl No-Drip Spray and S-Curl Texturizer spray (essentially the same, but latter is for short cuts, or so it says) for years. I add a little EVOO or other oil and a lil' extra water to the bottle, to add slip and keep it from being too thick when I spray it on. It's very good on my hair.

ETA: I'm picking up some Sta-Sof-Fro this week, and may try the HawaiianSilky 14-in-1. I've been eyeing those ingredients in the HS for some time when I visit the BSS.

 

[Urban]

I've recently started using S-Curl No-Drip with Chicoro's moisturizing method. I like it so far, but it's only been a few days though.

 

[LABETT]

I use Sta So Fro and it works great as a moisturizer and puts Scurl to shame.
Scurl left my hair dry and brittle like straw.

 

[Soliel185]

I just bought my first bottle of 'curl juice'

It's Care Free Curl. Do you guys use it straight or dilute it with water?

 

[melissa-bee]

^I've been using it straight, but then again i've only applied it to my hair twice and my hair is still moisturised.
I can not believe i have been wasting time and money on other moisturisers when curl juice is the one.

 

[LoveCraze]

Oh yes I love curl activators for moisture. I use the sprays and gels. I particularly like using the gels under my ecostyler to keep my hair soft and moisturized but still have hold. I use S-Curl Spray also but I add a frangrant oil or essential oil for the smell. I have Care Free Curl, Wave Nouveau and Hawaiin Silky in the lotions. Gels, I like Smooth and Shine, Long aid and S Curl. I had concerns that it wouldn't be wise to use these during the winter due to the glycerin, but surprisingly my hair has not dried out so it's all good!

 

[brucebettye]

I love my scurl. Once I put that on under my gel it does not dry hard. Works wonders for my hair.