I guess all publicity is good publicity.
I went ahead and purchased the A’s course since I couldn’t find the book on their site. I just care about the technique and can suffer through abrasive personalities. Have you ever listened to or met in person Yannie the Locologist? She too is an acquired taste, but the message is sound and works.
I don’t think my goals and their philosophy go hand in hand. I do appreciate them trying to make people embrace and enjoy their own unique hair characteristics. I have only recently noticed the trend of highlighting public acceptance of the low sheen hair with defined “tight waves.”
I personally want extra gloss and shine whether I have it naturally or not. I care about root definition. I want touchable soft hair yet have it be defined without frizz. Then I want all 3 of those statements to be achievable at the same time.
Maybe my goals are unrealistic. Will I have to settle for crunchy or plastic feeling casted hair?
P.S. I did enjoy their take on product selection. It makes sense and it confirms my own beliefs. I also now don’t feel so bad about using a moisturizing shampoo every few days.