Official 2010 Ceramides Challenge

[Stella B.]

OMG!! I just tried the CeraRepair Volumetherapie and I just blow dried my hair! I had to take a break midway through 'cause my arm was hurting!

Here are the results (my ends are still a little wet):

I am going to flat iron in the morning and post more pics.

Now Taz, what are you gonna do with all that hair????? My God, its so thick, long, and growing like crazy!!! If this is proof of what ceramides can do for the hair, then I'm going to be a ceramide hound for the next year. Your hair is beautiful!

 

[Reecie]

Reecie, thanks so much for posting about the wheat germ oil. I totally agree with you, about how wonderful it is for the hair. I had been mixing Spectrum Wheat Germ Oil in my egg coctail drinks for the past year; and about six months ago I started adding it to my DC's. My hair felt wonderful, and I was noticing some good growth. That Spectrum Wheat germ was like liquid gold. Very smooth, vegan, and did not taste bad at all. Since Spectrum has been discontinued, I have replaced it with the Viobin. It's not as easy to swallow, so I will basically be using it up in my DC's from here on out. I hope my hair turns out as soft as yours! I checked out your reggie, and love the pre-poo idea with WGO and EVO. I'll be trying that Sunday, instead of mixing in with my DC. Thanks, girlie; and love the blog-I bookmarked it!

Exciting Stella. I can't wait to know how it works for you. Please keep us posted.

 

[LaidBak]

wow - so ceramides are stinky - that's it. I just have a feeling that sunflower seed oil has a lesser concentration of ceramide than the other (Hemp,WGO, Kukui) ....*sigh*

You can get refined WGO. No scent. camdengrey.com sells it for about a dollar an ounce.

 

[Minty]

do you think "refined" in this case means less ceramide concentration?

I wish there were some way to discover this.

I'm ordering some Amber oil, my favorite besides Sandalwood from herehttp://www.edenbotanicals.com/essential-oils-agarwood-amyris-angelica-balsam-peru-basil-bergamot.html#amber

(More about our Fossilized Amber Oil - it is a dark viscous oil which dissolves in both alcohol & fixed oils & has a strikingly pleasant aroma & extraordinary tenacity. The aroma is pleasantly smokey, resinous, leathery, woody-dry with hints of pine & balsamic overtones; somewhat sweet & reminiscent of red-wine, with smooth amber undertones. The aroma will last approximately 3 months on a perfumer's test strip and dries out beautifully. An excellent fixative and base note!

 

[2inspireU]

You can get refined WGO. No scent. camdengrey.com sells it for about a dollar an ounce.

If it is refined than it has lost a lot, if not all, of it nutritional benefits. Only unrefined oils contain all their nutritional benefits. Ceramides stink because they are lipids, and lipids are fats. Fat stinks to high heaven.

 

[LaidBak]

do you think "refined" in this case means less ceramide concentration?

I wish there were some way to discover this.

There is. Google.

If it is refined than it has lost a lot, if not all, of it nutritional benefits.

Not so much.

Tong Wang2, 1 and Lawrence A. Johnson2, 1
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(1) Center for Crops Utilization Research, Iowa State University, 50011 Ames, Iowa​

(2) Department of Fodo Science and Human Nutrition, Iowa State University, 2312 Food Sciences Building, 50011 Ames, IA Received: 26 June 2000 Accepted: 25 September 2000
Abstract Wheat germ oil was refined using conventional degumming, neutralization, bleaching, and continuous tray deodorization, and the effects of processing conditions on oil quality were determined. The crude wheat germ oil contained 1,428 ppm phosphorus, 15.7% free fatty acid (FFA), and 2,682 ppm total tocopherol, and had a peroxide value (PV) of 20 meq/kg. Degumming did not appreciably reduce the phosphorus content, whereas neutralization was effective in removing phospholipid. Total tocopherol content did not significantly change during degumming, neutralization, and bleaching. A factorial experimental design of three deodorization tempeatures and three residence times (oil flow rates) was used to determine quality changes during deodorization. High temperatures and long residence times in deodorization produced oils with less FFA, PV, and red color. Deodorization at temperatures up to 250°C for up to 9 min did not significantly reduce tocopherol content, but, at 290°C for 30-min residence time, the tocopherol content was significantly reduced. Good-quality wheat germ oil was produced after modifying standard oil refining procedures.
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This references the use of chemicals and heat in the refining process. And even with that the oil produced kept it's 'good stuff'. The stuff from Camden Grey claims to be expeller pressed without solvents. Doesn't specifically say how its refined.

Wheat Germ Oil (refined) is expeller pressed without the use of chemical solvents. This oil is light yellow in color and does not have the characteristic strong odor of unrefined wheat germ oil. Wheat Germ is rich in octacosanol a potent source of energy prized by athletes; it is also rich in naturally occurring antioxidants including vitamin E and beta carotene, and also contains naturally-occurring phosphatides and phytosterols which assist in the digestion of fats. It has excellent skin care properties due to its low odor and good spread-ability. May be used in cosmetics, toiletries, soaps, OTC pharmaceuticals, sun care and nutraceuticals to enhance cellular health. Suggested Use Levels: Lotions & Creams: 5-15% , Balms: 5-10%, Bar Soaps: 5-10%, Hair Conditioners: 5-8%. SAP value: 180-200. INCI = Triticum Vulgare {wheat} Germ Oil.
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I'm not advocating this oil one way or the other. I've not yet used it because I still have the unrefined oil I bought. But instead of guessing I think we should have good info to base our decisions off of. Why put up with the stink if the other stuff is just as good?

 

[Bnster]

Ooooh, I now know what ceramides I am adding to my regimen the Wheat Germ Oil. I bought a bottle yesterday and put some on my hair today and it is the boom. It makes my hair light and looks healthy. To OP and the other ladies out there thank you for opening my eye to ceramides!

 

[Sharpened]

Bought some rice bran and avocado oils for hai-cooking, yeah, cooking…

Doing an overnight treatment with my hemp seed oil mix on three-days dirty hair.

 

[Ltown]

Applied ceramides oil mix (wheat germ, hemp, kukui) to freshly wash hair.

 

[chelleypie810]

I bought the skala ceramide condish and leave in. All I need is the mask and I'll be set!

 

[taz007]

I co-washed my hair, last night, with the Skala Ceramide3 conditioner (very nice slip!). Then I mixed WGO and Skala Shea Butter Masque and applied it to my hair for an overnight DC.

Why, oh why did I do that! Uggh! The smell of the WGO kept me up ALL night!


Neva' again. I will only use WGO as a pre-poo!

 

[taz007]

Now Taz, what are you gonna do with all that hair????? My God, its so thick, long, and growing like crazy!!! If this is proof of what ceramides can do for the hair, then I'm going to be a ceramide hound for the next year. Your hair is beautiful!

Thank you Stella B.

Ceramides are the BEST thing that I have done for my hair for sure!

 

[flowinlocks]

I co-washed my hair, last night, with the Skala Ceramide3 conditioner (very nice slip!). Then I mixed WGO and Skala Shea Butter Masque and applied it to my hair for an overnight DC.

Why, oh why did I do that! Uggh! The smell of the WGO kept me up ALL night!


Neva' again. I will only use WGO as a pre-poo!

I've prepooed with it over night along with the Hemp oil, so I now what you mean. I find that if I baggy and use scarf it helps maks the smell a bit more.

How did your hair turn out from this combo?

 

[taz007]

I've prepooed with it over night along with the Hemp oil, so I now what you mean. I find that if I baggy and use scarf it helps maks the smell a bit more.

How did your hair turn out from this combo?

Not so good. The BEST combo, for me so far, is to pre-poo with WGO, wash with Hair One and DC with Joico Intense Hydrator/Hydratherapie.

I will give the Skala one more try.

ETA: You know, I covered my hair with a plastic cap and a cap. I got up in the middle of the night and put another wave cap and a scarf on and I could still smell it.

 

[flowinlocks]

Not so good. The BEST combo, for me so far, is to pre-poo with WGO, wash with Hair One and DC with Joico Intense Hydrator/Hydratherapie.

I will give the Skala one more try.


ETA: You know, I covered my hair with a plastic cap and a cap. I got up in the middle of the night and put another wave cap and a scarf on and I could still smell it.

Sorry it didn't work out, but err uhm, you can pass some Skala my way if you don't end up liking it.




Wow that's pretty bad.

 

[Minty]

Sunday night I did the pre-poo as suggested plus. Olive oil, wheat germ, mahabringraj, and apricot kernel oil.

Shampoo w/Aquage Silkening ....and went to bed.

Yesterday to my surprise I found a pack of Hayashi 911 Restructuring pack. I just did a hot water wash and DC with Hayashi.

Sealed with a little Gleam oil, a blow out and it was time for bed again.

beautiful results, but I don't think I was very thorough washing out all the oil, my hair is not as light as I'm used to, but you can't beat the softness.

too bad it doesn't help with shedding, time to start incorporating AE Garlic.

 

[taz007]

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Sorry it didn't work out, but err uhm, you can pass some Skala my way if you don't end up liking it.

Wow that's pretty bad.

Yes, the Skala is all yours if our relationship does not work out.

I can't wait to relax my hair in two weeks and try the Redken Deep Fuel as a mid-step. I have a feeling that it is going to be very nice!!

 

[Ltown]

Co wash with skala G3 and use G3 leave in. Very moist and soft.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

I can't wait to relax my hair in two weeks and try the Redken Deep Fuel as a mid-step. I have a feeling that it is going to be very nice!!

Good Move! You'll love it!

 

[flowinlocks]

Checking in, Today I mixed Skala Shea Butter masque With the G3 along with Brahmi and Bhringraj to make a conditioning mud pack. I had already prepooed last night with WGO and Hemp oil lightly on the ends. This morning I added Shikakai, Brahmi and Amla oils and let them sit for about 4 hours before using the paste.

Overall my hair turned out soft, but not as soft as when I use AM as my mixing conditioner. So far I'm not sold on the Shea Butter. I will air dry and use the G3 leave in.

 

[Reecie]

I am prepooing with WGO/EVOO.

 

[cutenss]

I washed last night with my WEN. Then DC with a mixture of Aphogee 2 minute, WEN remoist and ORS Pak. Rinsed. Then I followed up with SKALA G3 Ceramides conditioner then rinsed. I used my Nexxus Headress Leave in on hair, castor oil pomade on scalp.


Ceramides in pink

 

[chelleypie810]

^^^Cutenss..maybe you can help with this but why do you wash out your dc and then just condition. is it to help detangle?

 

[Sharpened]

Sistaslick has a good article about ceramides

The creator of Gleau has a great blog entry

Still in shock over the softness and smoothness factor hemp seed oil is giving me. Don't help with the frizz, though. Anyone getting build-up yet?

 

[IDareT'sHair]

Still in shock over the softness and smoothness factor hemp seed oil is giving me. Don't help with the frizz, though. Anyone getting build-up yet?

I Agree 110% w/Bolded

Even though I've just started using the Kukui Nut, I think I 'prefer' the Hemp Seed Oil between the 2. The Kukui Nut is a little too 'light' for me. Although, when it hits 90 degress, I'll prolly Luv it!

So My Choices:

Wheat Germ
Hempseed
Kukui Nut

I have not tried the Walnut Oil (which also contains the Ceramides), but I think I'll stick to Wheat Germ & Hemp Seed and rely on my Conditioners to fulfill the rest of my Ceramides needs.

 

[Reecie]

I Agree 110% w/Bolded

Even though I've just started using the Kukui Nut, I think I 'prefer' the Hemp Seed Oil between the 2. The Kukui Nut is a little too 'light' for me. Although, when it hits 90 degress, I'll prolly Luv it!

So My Choices:

Wheat Germ
Hempseed
Kukui Nut

I have not tried the Walnut Oil (which also contains the Ceramides), but I think I'll stick to Wheat Germ & Hemp Seed and rely on my Conditioners to fulfill the rest of my Ceramides needs.

That sounds like an awesome plan, T! I'm selfish with my Wheat Germ Oil. It's so perfect in my eyes, I don't want to try anything else. It's perfection!

 

[IDareT'sHair]

That sounds like an awesome plan, T! I'm selfish with my Wheat Germ Oil. It's so perfect in my eyes, I don't want to try anything else. It's perfection!

Yeah....I watched all that Shakin' You were doin' in that Vid!

I bet Wheat Germ Sales Skyrocketed!

 

[LaidBak]

Conditioning with Salerm Deep Impact. Sixth ingredient-Ceramide-3

 

[cutenss]

^^^Cutenss..maybe you can help with this but why do you wash out your dc and then just condition. is it to help detangle?

Hey chelleypie810

The reason why I do that is ceramides create a protective barrier around your hair to hold in moisture and protein, while simultaneously guarding your hair against the “bad things.” [e.g., heat damage, u/v rays, chemical processes.] They basically anchor protein to your hair and act as a shield around the hair shaft. I DC with protein and moisture to get my balance on. I don't want to do all that work, only to lose it to the elements. I detangle while rinsing out both my DC and the conditioner.

Note: The information in red came from this website. Hope this helps answer why I do it this way.

 

[chelleypie810]

I have a ceramides leave in..can that take the place??