Komaza Care HAIR ANALYSIS Service - Rave!

[tashboog]

Wow that is very comprehensive advice! So glad u were pleased with the service.

I am very pleased with their services ! Jenn told me that they do scalp analysis for those who live in the area and they are helping them with their alopecia. I wish there was a way I could give them a sample of my scalp . She told me if I try her suggestions and continue with my hair oil mix that I should see a difference in my scalp. So I'm excited to start my new routine and hopefully it will help with my hair loss .

 

[Onhergrind09]

I get my phone call tomorrow, the anticipation is almost too much!!!

yodie My HS combs COMPLETELY changed my hair for the better, it makes detangling easier because there is nothing for the hair to snag on and it reassures me that if I have to make any adjustments it's in my technique and not the tools I'm using I have a few combs and a brush from them and I absolutely them. Also it's stopped my from buying any other combs and brushes, which is a extra bonus.

 

[yodie]

^^^ Guess I'm sold. I never thought a seamless comb could make much of a difference. Guess I should at least order one and try it out.

Thanks.

 

[tashboog]

^^^ Guess I'm sold. I never thought a seamless comb could make much of a difference. Guess I should at least order one and try it out.

Thanks.

I have HS magic mini rake and its one of the best seamless combs out there ! I hardly loose any hair and it doesn't pull or snag your hair. You will definitely be able to tell and see a difference with HS combs . Just buy it and I promise you that you won't be sorry !

 

[4HisGlory]

So . . . How is Jenn credentialed? Does anyone know what kind of doctor/researcher she is? Just curious

 

[faithVA]

So . . . How is Jenn credentialed? Does anyone know what kind of doctor/researcher she is? Just curious

I am not sure. I am not even sure who is doing the analysis. I did not have Jenn. So not sure how many people are doing the analysis or if the people giving the results actually do the analysis. It's a good question.

 

[Onhergrind09]

I have my phone call today, I'll ask what makes them qualified to do this and I will report back to you guys. I'm definitely interested in the answer.

 

[Onhergrind09]

I finished my phone call I can't wait to share what I learned with you guys!

 

[faithVA]

I finished my phone call I can't wait to share what I learned with you guys!

We can't wait either. Hurry up Excitement builds!

 

[virtuenow]

So . . . How is Jenn credentialed? Does anyone know what kind of doctor/researcher she is? Just curious

All of this is explained in detail on their website. I checked it out before I ordered the service. I'm surprised Lhcf Fbi waasnt on this.

 

[Onhergrind09]

To address the question that was asked earlier about their qualifications nappygirl here is a link to their website: http://www.komazahaircare.co/index.php/whykomazacare/2012-04-13-23-02-10. I also asked that question during my phone call today and I was told that the owner of the company is currently working on becoming a tricologist and the other employees that provide this service are holistic healers/herbalist who have all been trained by the owner and continue to work under her guidance.

So now to my take on the service and what I learned. First, to give everything context, my conversation was a little over and hour. I had several questions written down, many of which were answered before I asked them which was a very pleasant surprise. I love that there was no product pushing, she suggested what products from their line would work on my hair but reiterated that it was the new habits that she wanted me to form that were what was most important. She adhered to my "as few steps as possible philosophy" and directed me to keep my regimen as simple as possible, realizing that with quality products I should only need a few things. I only received 10 slides because my hair was pretty uniform, but there was a good sampling where I was able to see the healthy areas and those that weren't.

So what I learned about my hair that I hope wil help someone else:
FYI, I have dense, thick strands that even though I relax, they are so resistant that they're never really fully straight:

1) Because I'm relaxed and not using natural products for the most part, it would be more efficient for me to use a sulfate shampoo, also it would be better for me to shampoo before I DC, instead of doing it on "dirty" hair as is my habit.

2) I am in the habit of doing a layer of protein DC on my hair then a layer of moisturizing DC, she said what I need to do was rinse out the protein DC THEN apply the moist DC and rinse that out.

3) I need to up my protein DC's to once every 2 weeks, I do it now maybe once a month...maybe.

4) My hair goes from normal porosity in the strong areas to high porosity in the more damaged areas.

5) I only have about 1.5 inches of damage so with a 2 inch cut and a trim every 6-8 weeks my hair should be in fine form, thank God (this is what I was most afraid of).

6) Surprisingly my commitment to protective styling might be hurting me. Whether I'm home or out and about my hair is usually in a bun and it usually goes from a bun, taken down M&S and put into another bun. Instead what I should do is bun when I'm out and about and leave it down when I'm home to let my scalp breathe.

7) I usually M&S 2x's day. At night with a homemade spritz leave in, then sealed with oil and in the morning with just plain water sealed with oil and apparently I need to leave out the morning routine altogether, and since my spritz has oil I only need to seal my ends afterwards and not the length of my hair. Apparently using just water + oil=dry hair.

I'm happy to answer any other questions, but this post is mad long so I'm going to end it here.

 

[faithVA]

To address the question that was asked earlier about their qualifications @nappygirl here is a link to their website: http://www.komazahaircare.co/index.php/whykomazacare/2012-04-13-23-02-10. I also asked that question during my phone call today and I was told that the owner of the company is currently working on becoming a tricologist and the other employees that provide this service are holistic healers/herbalist who have all been trained by the owner and continue to work under her guidance.

So now to my take on the service and what I learned. First, to give everything context, my conversation was a little over and hour. I had several questions written down, many of which were answered before I asked them which was a very pleasant surprise. I love that there was no product pushing, she suggested what products from their line would work on my hair but reiterated that it was the new habits that she wanted me to form that were what was most important. She adhered to my "as few steps as possible philosophy" and directed me to keep my regimen as simple as possible, realizing that with quality products I should only need a few things. I only received 10 slides because my hair was pretty uniform, but there was a good sampling where I was able to see the healthy areas and those that weren't.

So what I learned about my hair that I hope wil help someone else:
FYI, I have dense, thick strands that even though I relax, they are so resistant that they're never really fully straight:


7) I usually M&S 2x's day. At night with a homemade spritz leave in, then sealed with oil and in the morning with just plain water sealed with oil and apparently I need to leave out the morning routine altogether, and since my spritz has oil I only need to seal my ends afterwards and not the length of my hair. Apparently using just water + oil=dry hair.

That was very helpful. Even though I've already had mine, each time someone shares I learn more.

Did she give you any whys. Like what is the difference in DC on dirty hair vs. clean hair?

And why water + oil = dry hair?

Just curious

 

[yodie]

Had my phone call today. It's crazy that after all these years on this board that I still don't know much about my hair or how to take care of it, BUT I feel like I'm a step closer.

Here's where I have been, where I am, and what I learned/where I'm going:

I had a lot of heat damage last year throughout my entire head. You could see that my strands were obviously burnt and damaged. I cut most of my hair in January of this year and have been wigging it.

Why the damage? My hair stylist used lots of heat. He used marcel irons, blow dryers and NEVER used a heat protectant. He used some type of serum, but that's it. Can't really blame him completely because I didn't start insisting that he use a heat protectant until right before I QUIT going to him. Never again. I also did a henna treatment that just put the final nail in the coffin.

Here's what I learned:

- I have fine, normal porosity hair and higher porosity where I have more damage.
- My hair is very curly and hard to straighten.
- My damage, bubble hair, splits resulted from uncontrolled heat (marcel irons)
- I don't need a lot of heat to straighten my hair because it's fine/can't take lots of heat.
- I have about 1"-2" of damage. I should cut an inch immediately and progressively cut
the rest every 6-8 wks.

- I NEED to use a hardcore protein treatment every two weeks. (This is great to know
because I've always gone back and forth with this and just didn't know).
I'll use the Nexxus that I have here.

- Cones are great for my hair because they protect it.
- I should also use coconut or hemp oil on my ends twice a week.
- Consistent trims are a must.
- The majority of the length of my strand is healthy. That's good to know.

Bottom line, my hair needs strength and I've always focused on moisture, moisture, moisture.

Here's my dilemma. I found a new healthy hairstylist that I'd like to try out. He's very much into protecting the hair with all types of heat protectants and leave ins. He doesn't use any marcel irons. I haven't done a great job at taking care of my hair on my own, which is why I want some healthy hair help. So, I'm contemplating going to him every 2 weeks and just doing my own protein treatments at home before I go to the salon until he and I get on the same page with this.

I just washed my hair today, but Jenn suggested that I do a hardcore protein treatment before i go to the salon. WILL DO!!

I learned a lot and have some direction. I'm really happy that I cut my hair back in January and that I did this analysis. Worth every penny. Jenn didn't push products on me, but suggested some products from their line. I'm going to get a sample of two of their products. She's going to call me in three weeks to follow up.

Now I know why I don't retain.

Sorry so long.
Have any of you ladies tried any of their products? Pros/cons?

Here's my referral # in case anyone wants to order. DQRRA5CX

 

[JFemme]

Wow at the amazing results you all are sharing...

Just got off the phone tryna call Komaza to order products, but now Imma look into this hair analysis...

Read up on the results shared here..

 

[faithVA]

Had my phone call today. It's crazy that after all these years on this board that I still don't know much about my hair or how to take care of it, BUT I feel like I'm a step closer.

Here's where I have been, where I am, and what I learned/where I'm going:

I had a lot of heat damage last year throughout my entire head. You could see that my strands were obviously burnt and damaged. I cut most of my hair in January of this year and have been wigging it.

Why the damage? My hair stylist used lots of heat. He used marcel irons, blow dryers and NEVER used a heat protectant. He used some type of serum, but that's it. Can't really blame him completely because I didn't start insisting that he use a heat protectant until right before I QUIT going to him. Never again. I also did a henna treatment that just put the final nail in the coffin.

Here's what I learned:

- I have fine, normal porosity hair and higher porosity where I have more damage.
- My hair is very curly and hard to straighten.
- My damage, bubble hair, splits resulted from uncontrolled heat (marcel irons)
- I don't need a lot of heat to straighten my hair because it's fine/can't take lots of heat.
- I have about 1"-2" of damage. I should cut an inch immediately and progressively cut
the rest every 6-8 wks.

- I NEED to use a hardcore protein treatment every two weeks. (This is great to know
because I've always gone back and forth with this and just didn't know). Jenn
some of their products, but it has to be a protein treatment like Aphogee. I'm going
to use the Nexxus that I have here.

- Cones are great for my hair because they protect it.
- I should also use coconut or hemp oil on my ends twice a week.

Bottom line, my hair needs strength and I've always focused on moisture, moisture, moisture.

Here's my dilemma. I found a new healthy hairstylist that I'd like to try out. He's very much into protecting the hair with all types of heat protectants and leave ins. He doesn't use any marcel irons. I haven't done a great job at taking care of my hair on my own, which is why I want some healthy hair help. So, I'm contemplating going to him every 2 weeks and just doing my own protein treatments at home before I go to the salon until he and I get on the same page with this.

I just washed my hair today, but Jenn suggested that I do a hardcore protein treatment before i go to the salon. WILL DO!!

I learned a lot and have some direction. I'm really happy that I cut my hair back in January and that I did this analysis. Worth every penny. Jenn didn't push products on me, but suggested some products from their line. I'm going to get a sample of two of their products. She's going to call me in three weeks to follow up.

Sorry so long.
Have any of you ladies tried any of their products? Pros/cons?

It definitely was not too long. The more detail the better. I'm loving these analysis. And none of the recommendations are the same. Very Interesting. Your new plan sounds good and working with a stylist sounds good as well.

I agree that knowing the protein answer is so helpful to keep from going back and forth.

Are you going to share this with your stylist? I would like to know his response. I think his response will tell you all you need to know about going forward with him.

 

[yodie]

Hi faithVA

Yes, I'm going to tell the stylist about the hair analysis that I had. This will be my first visit, so you know how they dislike new clients telling them about their business, BUT I will anyway. He and I talked about protein/moisture balance when I went for a consult. He said that most of 'our' hair needs moisture and that if I eat meat I pretty much get enough protein. We all know that our hair gets what it needs after everything else does, so bottom line, I need some protein.

He really stressed prepping and protecting the hair as it relates to heat. He showed me three different products he uses to protect the hair. I like that. I'll get steam treatments and there are No marcel irons in the salon at all. I LOVE THAT.

Honestly, my hair has looked it's healthiest and best when I went to the salon. Now, I don't know what it looked like underneath a slide, lol. All that to say this new stylist does ALOT of what we talk about on this board. He has more pros than cons, so we'll see. I certainly do not mind doing my own protein treatments the night before I get my hair done.

 

[yodie]

Another thing I learned is that silk aminos don't bind to the hair strand. Maybe yall knew that. I didn't. Jenn said they wash off with water. I have just fallen in love with silk aminos. I'll fall in love with protein and add silk aminos on top.

 

[faithVA]

Another thing I learned is that silk aminos don't bind to the hair strand. Maybe yall knew that. I didn't. Jenn said they wash off with water. I have just fallen in love with silk aminos. I'll fall in love with protein and add silk aminos on top.

No I didn't know that. They also told me that any effects of the instant conditioners are only meant to last for 3 days so I didn't have to worry about basic proteins in the conditioner because it wouldn't be long lasting.

 

[yodie]

faithVA I like your haircut. Looks good.

So, ideally a leave in condish would need to be reapplied every three days?

Jenn suggested three of their products:

- Matani Hair Repair, Matani Leave In, and their Protein Strengthener.

The hair repair and the leave in are both leave ins. The Mitani Hair Repair can be used on dry hair. I like/purchased this because I do plan on wearing straight styles, so I can apply this to dry hair and get the strengthening properties. Both of these products have ceramides, silk aminos, and a stronger protein.

I like the protein strengthener because it's more natural than what I'll find at Sally's and it also has silk aminos, ceramides and it's a protein treatment. I'm not a mixtress, so... It was only $10. Not bad.

Jenn also said that she liked all of the supplements that I'm taking. Guess that's good.
It feels good to have some direction on what products to use.

 

[faithVA]

@faithVA I like your haircut. Looks good.

So, ideally a leave in condish would need to be reapplied every three days?

Jenn suggested three of their products:

- Matani Hair Repair, Matani Leave In, and their Protein Strengthener.

The hair repair and the leave in are both leave ins. The Mitani Hair Repair can be used on dry hair. I like/purchased this because I do plan on wearing straight styles, so I can apply this to dry hair and get the strengthening properties. Both of these products have ceramides, silk aminos, and a stronger protein.

I like the protein strengthener because it's more natural than what I'll find at Sally's and it also has silk aminos, ceramides and it's a protein treatment. I'm not a mixtress, so... It was only $10. Not bad.

Jenn also said that she liked all of the supplements that I'm taking. Guess that's good.
It feels good to have some direction on what products to use.

Thank You! It's growing on me I hope that's literal.

No she was referring to rinse out conditioners. They are designed to have the effects only last a few days. Leave-ins you need to apply I guess according to your moisturizing schedule.

I want to try some of their products. But I have to wait for my hair to get longer so she can tell me more about my curl pattern. So much of the strand was damaged she really couldn't tell me a lot.

Let us know how you like the products.

 

[4HisGlory]

@ohhergrind09 I figured it was something like . . . and thanks for sharing your results! yodie It's so interesting hearing everyone's results, but it seems like everyone's recommendation includes a trim. Not looking forward to that. Interested in knowing if everyone that has gotten their results self-trim or go to the salon for trims? Why can't stylist catch this damage? I know they don't have microscopic eyes, but aren't they trained to know. Just sayin'

 

[yodie]

I'm going to let the stylist trim. If not, I'd go ahead and trim myself and keep it moving. I think most stylist are focused on making our hair look pretty for the moment and neglect hair care. I like for my hair to look nice, but healthy hair is my focus.

faithVA, it's growing.

 

[faithVA]

@ohhergrind09 I figured it was something like . . . and thanks for sharing your results! @yodie It's so interesting hearing everyone's results, but it seems like everyone's recommendation includes a trim. Not looking forward to that. Interested in knowing if everyone that has gotten their results self-trim or go to the salon for trims? Why can't stylist catch this damage? I know they don't have microscopic eyes, but aren't they trained to know. Just sayin'

I think it makes sense that the analysis involve trims, because most people getting analysis know there's something wrong. There is usually some issue with retention, breaking or something going on.

I self-trim. Actually I self cut

I think some of the damage the salons can catch. I think it depends on what damaged it. My protein was melted. The stylist would have known it was damaged but probably not high how. So they would have cut 2" not realizing that I had 3 inches of damage that you can't see.

I don't think most of us go to stylists though. And unfortunately some received the damage through a stylists, but thats another thread.

I think most of us know our hair is damaged in some way. We just don't know why or we don't know how to fix it.

 

[Onhergrind09]

faithVA, I also learn something every time someone shares their results. I did ask her for the whys. In terms of the difference in DC on dirty hair vs. clean hair, she was saying b/c I have a normal porosity level for the most part if my hair has a few days of product on it, it won't accept the DC because it has no where to put it so essentially I'm wasting my time and product.

Regarding why water + oil = dry hair, it's because the water doesn't contain enough ingredients to properly moisturize my relaxed hair and by putting oil on top of that I further aggravate the issue by sealing my hair in that state.

nappygirl, it's been my experience that stylist focus on style and not hair health therefore unless your ends are wretched they will either let them be or if they do cut they cut too much. I've learned the hard way that your hair health is up to you.

 

[yodie]

One more thing I forgot to share. Jenn said she really likes that I'm taking DIM Plus. I take it to metabolize estrogen. I have fibroids. I forgot to ask her why she liked it.

 

[Arian]

So do they email you to let you know when they would call? I'm on pins and needles...

 

[tashboog]

Hey Ladies ! I've just wanted to give you ladies an update since my analysis. I'd cut off 2 to 3 inches worth of hair. She said I needed to remove 2 inches then immediately follow up with a protein treatment. So that's what I did last night followed by deep conditioning. I had initially cut some hair before the analysis cuz my hair was breaking like crazy. I tell you ladies, its amazing how much better my ends feel now that the damaged hair is gone . My hair even looks better and all the straight ends that I had appears to be gone. I had a hunch that I had heat damage but I wasn't sure but Jenn confirmed it for me. I was in the BSL challenge but now I'm gracefully bowing out of that challenge so that I can focus on healing my scalp and the health of my hair . As of right now, I don't have any desire of applying heat to my hair anymore . If I want to straighten my hair, then I will use my curlformers cuz it straightens my hair just as good as when I flat iron my hair . I even asked Jenn how did she feel about me using curlformers to stretch my hair and she said that they are great. She said just to make sure I install them correctly to avoid damage and she also said that uses curlformers too !

 

[4HisGlory]

Ok . . . I always go the stylist for my trims because I tried DIY once and I was all jacked up. I just let her cut what she feels is necessary, without much direction (irk). I'm nervous that she might have not been cutting enough and Komaza Care will tell me to cut like 5" off. Relax, Relate, Release . . . I know I'm putting the cart before the horse. Let me stop worrying. Dang, 2 more weeks. . . that's a long time.

 

[Hisbeloved]

Hello everyone! I had my phone call today as well. First of all I was told that I have lots of cuticles and that they were long and flat leaving me with low porosity. I spoke with Rene and she said that this was the first time they had to use a special microscope to see someone's cuticles. Because of this, product just sit on top of my hair and my problem is moisture. I'm totally shocked because all this time I've been thinking I needed protein and my hair wants more moisture. As far as split ends go, she said I can cut about 1/4th of an inch and that should take care of it. She said that co-washing was not good for me especially since product just sits on top but that i would benefit from pre-pooing and using shampoo. She recommended a regular deep conditioning once a week with the steamer. She didn't recommend any products but I kinda wish she would've. I've been guessing at this for waaaaaay to long.

I have a problem area in the top/front of my head where it breaks with little to no manipulation but it didn't show with her analysis. I asked her if she could take a look at some of the shorter hair samples because the longer ones are from the back and I know those are healthy but I was more concerned with the frequent breakage and lack of growth in the front. She's going to review it and get back to me Monday. I'll update you guys when I hear from her next week. I'm excited because I'm finally learning the "truth" about my hair. I thought my hair was thin and she said it was medium to thick strands. Its actually healthier than it looks. I have no heat damage at all. Sorry for the long post. Just wanted to share.

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[coyacoy]

To address the question that was asked earlier about their qualifications nappygirl here is a link to their website: http://www.komazahaircare.co/index.php/whykomazacare/2012-04-13-23-02-10. I also asked that question during my phone call today and I was told that the owner of the company is currently working on becoming a tricologist and the other employees that provide this service are holistic healers/herbalist who have all been trained by the owner and continue to work under her guidance.

So now to my take on the service and what I learned. First, to give everything context, my conversation was a little over and hour. I had several questions written down, many of which were answered before I asked them which was a very pleasant surprise. I love that there was no product pushing, she suggested what products from their line would work on my hair but reiterated that it was the new habits that she wanted me to form that were what was most important. She adhered to my "as few steps as possible philosophy" and directed me to keep my regimen as simple as possible, realizing that with quality products I should only need a few things. I only received 10 slides because my hair was pretty uniform, but there was a good sampling where I was able to see the healthy areas and those that weren't.

So what I learned about my hair that I hope wil help someone else:
FYI, I have dense, thick strands that even though I relax, they are so resistant that they're never really fully straight:

1) Because I'm relaxed and not using natural products for the most part, it would be more efficient for me to use a sulfate shampoo, also it would be better for me to shampoo before I DC, instead of doing it on "dirty" hair as is my habit.

2) I am in the habit of doing a layer of protein DC on my hair then a layer of moisturizing DC, she said what I need to do was rinse out the protein DC THEN apply the moist DC and rinse that out.

3) I need to up my protein DC's to once every 2 weeks, I do it now maybe once a month...maybe.

4) My hair goes from normal porosity in the strong areas to high porosity in the more damaged areas.

5) I only have about 1.5 inches of damage so with a 2 inch cut and a trim every 6-8 weeks my hair should be in fine form, thank God (this is what I was most afraid of).

6) Surprisingly my commitment to protective styling might be hurting me. Whether I'm home or out and about my hair is usually in a bun and it usually goes from a bun, taken down M&S and put into another bun. Instead what I should do is bun when I'm out and about and leave it down when I'm home to let my scalp breathe.

7) I usually M&S 2x's day. At night with a homemade spritz leave in, then sealed with oil and in the morning with just plain water sealed with oil and apparently I need to leave out the morning routine altogether, and since my spritz has oil I only need to seal my ends afterwards and not the length of my hair. Apparently using just water + oil=dry hair.

Pict 1: Apparently my hair did something unique and the first pict I'm attaching is something they don't even have a name for and are researching to find how it happened, lol. My hair would be the one to do something unheard of, smh,.

Pict 2: Healthy hair strand

Pict 3: damaged strand 1/4 of an inch long.

I'm happy to answer any other questions, but this post is mad long so I'm going to end it here.

**So I can't attach picts for some reason, I will try again later**

Onhergrind09 ...excellent news and so glad to hear the analysis was beneficial!!!!! Thanks so much for sharing ur results