Skala Hair Products.

[Sapphire_chic]

I just bought the black masque (for coloured hair) with amino acids, ceramides and vitamin b5!!! I will review.
I also bought aloe vera to try for the first time and I wanted some leave ins but all they had was force fruit..has any one tried this leave in?

 

[Americka]

I can't find Skala anywhere. So, I'm going to have to resort to paying shipping charges on the Skala site since Amazon hasn't a poor (did I say poor) amount of choices. Not sure what to buy.

Shea Butter/Avocado (both look good):
Con, Styling Cream, and Treatment Masque (6 pcs)
Total: $39.93
Shipping: $7.86
TOTAL: $47.79

I guess that's not too bad for 6 products.
(trying to justify purchase ...)

That's a lot of money for 6 products. *sighs*

 

[Muse]

*screams* Yes, it is! I don't ever want to be without this stuff. Wet, damp, or dry hair - don't matter. For me, SB leave in works on all of those.

If I had to rank them, it would be: SB, Aloe, and then G3. Honestly, G3 leaves my hair feeling slightly coated.

Yes girl! I woke up this morning and was like OMG I have to find more bottles! I think I'm gonna hit Miss Bossy up for a couple more (she's like my Skala store ). The one I have expires in February 2011 so I'll at least need some with a 2012 expiration date. They give you so much of this leave in and it only takes a little to do the job that I know it will last me for a while. I surely have been missing out sleeping on this leave in.

 

[Americka]

SB Leave-In Rocks

Yes girl! I woke up this morning and was like OMG I have to find more bottles! I think I'm gonna hit Miss Bossy up for a couple more (she's like my Skala store ). The one I have expires in February 2011 so I'll at least need some with a 2012 expiration date. They give you so much of this leave in and it only takes a little to do the job that I know it will last me for a while. I surely have been missing out sleeping on this leave in.

I used the AV first and cold-kicked my beloved NTM to the curb. When I got my hands on the SB, that was it for the AV. I only use the AV when I am out of the SB. I have two bottles of SB that also expire next year, but they will be gone long before then. It is so awesome as a leave in AND a daily moisturizer. I am so glad I am not the only one in love with it. :Copy of 2cool:

 

[Firstborn2]

I received 2 bottles of Aloe Vera Leave-in. Shout out to the person who sent them. I noticed that the appearance of the bottles are a lil different. The tops are diffenent and the wording on the front labels are too for example. The bottle on the left, right under the emblem it says Moisture and Nourishment for dry curly hair. The bottle on the right just says for curly and dry hair. Here are the ingredients for both:

Left Bottle:
Aqua(water), Ceteayl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Glutaral, Citric Acid, Parfum(fragrance),Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dimethicone Copolyol, Aloe Barbadensis Extract, Algae Extract, Panthenol

Right Bottle:
Aqua(water), Ceteayl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Methylchloroisothiazolinone (and) Methylisothiazolinone, Citric Acid, Parfum(fragrance),Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dimethicone Copolyol, Aloe Barbadensis Extract, Algae Extract, Panthenol

The bolded being the difference between the 2 ingredients. Both have the same expiration date, I guess I'm wondering why are their 2 Aloe Vera Leave-ins floating around. Any thoughts?

 

[JustSimplyTish]

I can't find Skala anywhere. So, I'm going to have to resort to paying shipping charges on the Skala site since Amazon hasn't a poor (did I say poor) amount of choices. Not sure what to buy.

Shea Butter/Avocado (both look good):
Con, Styling Cream, and Treatment Masque (6 pcs)
Total: $39.93
Shipping: $7.86
TOTAL: $47.79

I guess that's not too bad for 6 products.
(trying to justify purchase ...)

Have you tried the swap threads ? Maybe someone can ship you some if their BL has the ones you want or BSS store $48 for 6 items....Not feeling that price

 

[Americka]

I received 2 bottles of Aloe Vera Leave-in. Shout out to the person who sent them. I noticed that the appearance of the bottles are a lil different. The tops are diffenent and the wording on the front labels are too for example. The bottle on the left, right under the emblem it says Moisture and Nourishment for dry curly hair. The bottle on the right just says for curly and dry hair. Here are the ingredients for both:

Left Bottle:
Aqua(water), Ceteayl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Glutaral, Citric Acid, Parfum(fragrance),Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dimethicone Copolyol, Aloe Barbadensis Extract, Algae Extract, Panthenol

Right Bottle:
Aqua(water), Ceteayl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Methylchloroisothiazolinone (and) Methylisothiazolinone, Citric Acid, Parfum(fragrance),Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dimethicone Copolyol, Aloe Barbadensis Extract, Algae Extract, Panthenol

The bolded being the difference between the 2 ingredients. Both have the same expiration date, I guess I'm wondering why are their 2 Aloe Vera Leave-ins floating around. Any thoughts?

This is a preservative. I found this information about it on Dr. Syed's website. He was talking about BKTs...

Some companies are starting to employ Formaldehyde's cousins such as Gluteraldehyde or Glyoxal in their systems and marketing that as a positive attribute. What they forget to mention is that they react with the hair in the same manner that Formaldehyde does. The compounds expose the stylists and salon patrons to the exact same health issues. Gluteraldehyde or Glyoxal may perhaps be weaker than Formaldehyde, but the companies may be using as much or even higher percentages to achieve the same effective straightening.

According to this website, this is also a preservative with antifungal properties.

Another website stated this:

Methylchloroisothiazolinone is a preservative often used in cosmetics and beauty products for its antibacterial and anti-fungal effects, according to Wikipedia. It’s most often seen in shampoos and other rinse-off products. It is part of a group of chemicals known as isothiazolinones, the most potent allergens on the consumer market. However, they are very effective preservatives and can be used safely.

Methylchloroisothiazolinone is a potential allergen used in beauty products, although most reactions occurred in the 1980s and 1990s with leave in products, and it is now only used in much lower concentrations and in rinse off products, leading to much lower rates of allergic and irritant reactions, according to research.

Safety Measures/Side Effects:

In high concentrations Methylchloroisothiazolinone can cause chemical burns and it is a skin and membrane irritant. It was largely removed from most cosmetic products except for those with only short duration skin contact such as rinse-offs, although its inclusion in certain forms makes it more acceptable to sensitive users. It is used in concentrations of up to 15% in rinse-off products and 8% in other cosmetics (EWG). It is approved by the CIR for use in cosmetics.

Although there is some research claiming Methylchloroisothiazolinone causes cancer, no scientific data could be found to prove this link. According to research, the International Agency for Research on Cancer determined that Methylchloroisothiazolinone was not a carcinogenic.

 

[bklyncurly]

Have you tried the swap threads ? Maybe someone can ship you some if their BL has the ones you want or BSS store $48 for 6 items....Not feeling that price

Duh! What is wrong with my brain today!
That's a great idea. I'll try that route first.

Thanks!

 

[Firstborn2]

Americka my girl, stay up on the research...you can't help it, it's the teacher in you thanks for the info sweetie I appreciate it. I can't use this one on the left... I wonder why they would put the 2 out at the same time?

 

[Americka]

Americka my girl, stay up on the research...you can't help it, it's the teacher in you thanks for the info sweetie I appreciate it. I can't use this one...

I wouldn't use the one with the glutaral ohwell, but if you have used the other with no adverse affect, I'd continue to use it. The primary concern with the methyl stuff seems to be allergies. My SB has the same ingredients and I'm certainly not going to stop using it. grin

 

[Americka]

I wonder why they would put the 2 out at the same time?

Maybe the one with glutaral wasn't meant for sale in the U.S.? It is being used in BKT's to replace formaldehyde, but it has similar properties and BKTs originated in Brazil... *shrugs*

Good catch, FB!

 

[Firstborn2]

I wouldn't use the one with the glutaral ohwell, but if you have used the other with no adverse affect, I'd continue to use it. The primary concern with the methyl stuff seems to be allergies. My SB has the same ingredients and I'm certainly not going to stop using it. grin

I'm going to continue using the one on the right. I've used that one before and I love the results. Skala better not start jacking up a perfectly good product

 

[AfroKink]

I went to Big Lots this morning. I'd never been because I was under the impression is was a members only type of place. Anyways, all they had was the Aloe Vera conditioner and the Ceramides shampoo and conditioner. So I got one of each . I'm going to try the 2 Ceramides products later today!

 

[Firstborn2]

I went to Big Lots this morning. I'd never been because I was under the impression is was a members only type of place. Anyways, all they had was the Aloe Vera conditioner and the Ceramides shampoo and conditioner. So I got one of each . I'm going to try the 2 Ceramides products later today!

I hope you enjoy the Aloe Vera line as much as I do. It took me a few washes to fall in love, but it's my boyfriend now.

 

[Muse]

That's a lot of money for 6 products. *sighs*

I agree. Maybe you should've checked the swap thread for some of those.

ETA: Ok I see Tish suggested this.

 

[Muse]

I received 2 bottles of Aloe Vera Leave-in. Shout out to the person who sent them. I noticed that the appearance of the bottles are a lil different. The tops are diffenent and the wording on the front labels are too for example. The bottle on the left, right under the emblem it says Moisture and Nourishment for dry curly hair. The bottle on the right just says for curly and dry hair. Here are the ingredients for both:

Left Bottle:
Aqua(water), Ceteayl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Glutaral, Citric Acid, Parfum(fragrance),Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dimethicone Copolyol, Aloe Barbadensis Extract, Algae Extract, Panthenol

Right Bottle:
Aqua(water), Ceteayl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Methylchloroisothiazolinone (and) Methylisothiazolinone, Citric Acid, Parfum(fragrance),Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dimethicone Copolyol, Aloe Barbadensis Extract, Algae Extract, Panthenol

The bolded being the difference between the 2 ingredients. Both have the same expiration date, I guess I'm wondering why are their 2 Aloe Vera Leave-ins floating around. Any thoughts?

Hmmm, I have never seen bottles like the one on the left. I had no idea the methyl preservatives were strong allergens. I see them in lots of non rinse off products. I'll just be sure not to get the leave ins on my scalp.

 

[pear]

I just bought the black masque (for coloured hair) with amino acids, ceramides and vitamin b5!!! I will review.
I also bought aloe vera to try for the first time and I wanted some leave ins but all they had was force fruit..has any one tried this leave in?

I can't wait to hear your review of the black masque! I also bought that one but haven't used it yet. I saw the force fruit leave-in but didn't buy it for some reason (probably should have).

 

[13StepsAhead]

^^ I have tried the black mud mixed with goat milk and soft and silky hair. I can't wait for the review of black mud by itself.

 

[JuiceMobsta]

I received 2 bottles of Aloe Vera Leave-in. Shout out to the person who sent them. I noticed that the appearance of the bottles are a lil different. The tops are diffenent and the wording on the front labels are too for example. The bottle on the left, right under the emblem it says Moisture and Nourishment for dry curly hair. The bottle on the right just says for curly and dry hair. Here are the ingredients for both:

Left Bottle:
Aqua(water), Ceteayl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Glutaral, Citric Acid, Parfum(fragrance),Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dimethicone Copolyol, Aloe Barbadensis Extract, Algae Extract, Panthenol

Right Bottle:
Aqua(water), Ceteayl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Methylchloroisothiazolinone (and) Methylisothiazolinone, Citric Acid, Parfum(fragrance),Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dimethicone Copolyol, Aloe Barbadensis Extract, Algae Extract, Panthenol

The bolded being the difference between the 2 ingredients. Both have the same expiration date, I guess I'm wondering why are their 2 Aloe Vera Leave-ins floating around. Any thoughts?

Did you notice that one is 10.1 ounces and one is 10.6 ounces? Mine has the Methoblahblahblahs in it...

 

[Sapphire_chic]

My aloe vera has gluteral in it Glad I only bought 1, I won't be repurchasing it.

I am so excited for my wash day this saturday to try the black one...on another note I Just tried the force fruits leave in on dry hair I will see how it feels in the morning, I hope it stays feeling this soft when it dries

 

[Firstborn2]

Sapphire look at your ingredients to make sure, one of my bottles does and the other one doesn't.

 

[Firstborn2]

^^ I have tried the black mud mixed with goat milk and soft and silky hair. I can't wait for the review of black mud by itself.

I want to try the goat milk

 

[Ltown]

Any of you ladies in the DMV area find Skala at a BL? I only found the G3 at the one in Glen Burnie.

Check the Giants food store, some have ethic section and sell skala for $5.49, where are you?

 

[KurlyNinja]

ugh... I need LEAVE INS... I think I may resort to just ordering for full price offline.

 

[pear]

ugh... I need LEAVE INS... I think I may resort to just ordering for full price offline.

I wish I had a leave in to spare but I don't. I only have one of each type except for chocolate. I bought three chocolate leave-ins but sent one to my mom who I have turned into a Skala head , kept one for myself and have one extra in case my Big sis wants it).

The leave-ins were the hardest to find for me. I was never able to find any at Big Lots. I either bought them from Giant supermarket or from Paks during my trip to London.

 

[13StepsAhead]

ugh... I need LEAVE INS... I think I may resort to just ordering for full price offline.

I feel your pain, but I have resulted to a skala alternative, aslo a brazilian product, and so far it's working great for me. I hope you get one, I just can't justify paying shipping for most things.

 

[JustSimplyTish]

I agree the Leave-Ins are my "I don't want to be without" product

 

[JustSimplyTish]

I feel your pain, but I have resulted to a skala alternative, aslo a brazilian product, and so far it's working great for me. I hope you get one, I just can't justify paying shipping for most things.

and this product is????

 

[13StepsAhead]

^^ its called lilas & and post #1660 shows my results w/ only the leave-in and Skala SB

 

[crvlngrhair]

Co-washed tonight with SB then followed with the SB masque, and WOW!!!!!! Ya'll wasn't lying about how good it is, my hair feels amazing! I can't wait till I get the leave in to see how the whole line works together, tonight I just mixed a little of the condish with the G3 leave in and my hair feels so smooth and moisturized, hoping it still feels this way in the morning after it dries.