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Coconut Oil....Have You Tried It?

Vivian Ward — Sun, 05 Jan 2014 01:00:19 GMT

So I've been doing a lot of reading lately on using the extra virgin coconut oil as a hair treatment. Wanted to see if any of my fellow Wenners has tried it? If so, did you like it? How did it compare to the remoist? Oils? I really want to give it a try and wanted opinions of others who have tried it already.

Thanks!

Re: Coconut Oil....Have You Tried It?

HappyDaze — Sun, 05 Jan 2014 01:08:48 GMT

My mom used it on me as a little girl as a deep conditioner and still to this day I use it faithfully. I know some have issues getting it out with WEN but I haven't had that issue. I apply it to dry hair, sectioning my hair and applying it in sections, concentrating it on the ends. I warm a little in my hands then comb through with my fingers on each section. I think if you use too much it may be harder to get out with WEN so you have to play with it and figure out what is the right amount for your hair. I leave it on overnight or for a few hours in the day and then wash out with my WEN.

I think the coconut oil is the main reason why I've had good hair all my life (well, with the exception of my recent issues). I definitely like it better than the WEN oils for moisture (what my hair needs) because the wen oils don't really help my hair with moisture like it does for others. I am not sure why. I really like the remoist but coconut oil will always be a mainstay in my hair care routine.

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hennypenny3 — Sun, 05 Jan 2014 01:09:52 GMT

I use organic virgin coconut oil as a pre-wash scalp and hair treatment and I think it is fantastic. It is just as good if not sometimes better than the WEN oils for me. It really depends on the condition of my hair and scalp that determines if I use the coconut oil by itself or many times I mix it with the WEN oils. It is best for me for when I experience some dry scalp issues from time to time. I cannot compare coconut oil to Remoist as I do not use the two products in the same manner. Again, I use the coconut oil for pre-wash treatments and the Remoist as a deep condition after cleansing. I also add in a little coconut oil as part of my leave-ins, too. Overall I highly recommend it. Good luck!

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HonnyBrown — Sun, 05 Jan 2014 01:14:21 GMT

I used pure (not extra virgin) oils to seal moisture in my hair. Coconut oil was effective, but it wasn't one of my favorites.

I had better results using silicone serums (ie, hair polishers, glossing serums, etc.) and I never went back to oils. The results: better moisture retention, no single strand knots, no frizz and great shine.

In regards to using extra virgin coconut oil versus pure coconut oil , taste is the only difference. There's no reason to use a more expensive version for the same results.

Re: Coconut Oil....Have You Tried It?

Vivian Ward — Sun, 05 Jan 2014 01:22:02 GMT

On 1/4/2014 HappyDaze said:
My mom used it on me as a little girl as a deep conditioner and still to this day I use it faithfully. I know some have issues getting it out with WEN but I haven't had that issue. I apply it to dry hair, sectioning my hair and applying it in sections, concentrating it on the ends. I warm a little in my hands then comb through with my fingers on each section. I think if you use too much it may be harder to get out with WEN so you have to play with it and figure out what is the right amount for your hair. I leave it on overnight or for a few hours in the day and then wash out with my WEN.

I think the coconut oil is the main reason why I've had good hair all my life (well, with the exception of my recent issues). I definitely like it better than the WEN oils for moisture (what my hair needs) because the wen oils don't really help my hair with moisture like it does for others. I am not sure why. I really like the remoist but coconut oil will always be a mainstay in my hair care routine.

Thanks for all the info HD! This is def something I'll do on a Friday or Saturday night in the beginning. I've read so many good things about coconut oil that I've been wanting to give it a try for awhile now.

Re: Coconut Oil....Have You Tried It?

Vivian Ward — Sun, 05 Jan 2014 01:23:15 GMT

On 1/4/2014 hennypenny3 said:
I use organic virgin coconut oil as a pre-wash scalp and hair treatment and I think it is fantastic. It is just as good if not sometimes better than the WEN oils for me. It really depends on the condition of my hair and scalp that determines if I use the coconut oil by itself or many times I mix it with the WEN oils. It is best for me for when I experience some dry scalp issues from time to time. I cannot compare coconut oil to Remoist as I do not use the two products in the same manner. Again, I use the coconut oil for pre-wash treatments and the Remoist as a deep condition after cleansing. I also add in a little coconut oil as part of my leave-ins, too. Overall I highly recommend it. Good luck!

Something I'll def keep in mind! Thanks for sharing

Re: Coconut Oil....Have You Tried It?

Vivian Ward — Sun, 05 Jan 2014 01:25:01 GMT

On 1/4/2014 HonnyBrown said:
I used pure (not extra virgin) oils to seal moisture in my hair. Coconut oil was effective, but it wasn't one of my favorites.

I had better results using silicone serums (ie, hair polishers, glossing serums, etc.) and I never went back to oils. The results: better moisture retention, no single strand knots, no frizz and great shine.

In regards to using extra virgin coconut oil versus pure coconut oil , taste is the only difference. There's no reason to use a more expensive version for the same results.

Thanks Honny....I've read that the extra virgin coconut oil is the best version when using as a hair treatment but if it produces that same results maybe I'll experiment with both.

Re: Coconut Oil....Have You Tried It?

HappyDaze — Sun, 05 Jan 2014 01:26:12 GMT

On 1/4/2014 Vivian Ward said:
On 1/4/2014 HonnyBrown said:
I used pure (not extra virgin) oils to seal moisture in my hair. Coconut oil was effective, but it wasn't one of my favorites.

I had better results using silicone serums (ie, hair polishers, glossing serums, etc.) and I never went back to oils. The results: better moisture retention, no single strand knots, no frizz and great shine.

In regards to using extra virgin coconut oil versus pure coconut oil , taste is the only difference. There's no reason to use a more expensive version for the same results.

Thanks Honny....I've read that the extra virgin coconut oil is the best version when using as a hair treatment but if it produces that same results maybe I'll experiment with both.

I use (and always have used) organic extra virgin.

Re: Coconut Oil....Have You Tried It?

jackthebear — Sun, 05 Jan 2014 01:28:28 GMT

I have posted a couple times about using this on my hair I think it is wonderful. I used about 2 big spoonfuls on my hair not scalp and let it stay in as long as I can before shampooing out I also comb thru as well then clip it up. In expensive compared to Ojon and wen. ojon original product has nothing on doing the coconut oil treatment

Re: Coconut Oil....Have You Tried It?

Vivian Ward — Sun, 05 Jan 2014 01:29:27 GMT

On 1/4/2014 HappyDaze said:
On 1/4/2014 Vivian Ward said:
On 1/4/2014 HonnyBrown said:
I used pure (not extra virgin) oils to seal moisture in my hair. Coconut oil was effective, but it wasn't one of my favorites.

I had better results using silicone serums (ie, hair polishers, glossing serums, etc.) and I never went back to oils. The results: better moisture retention, no single strand knots, no frizz and great shine.

In regards to using extra virgin coconut oil versus pure coconut oil , taste is the only difference. There's no reason to use a more expensive version for the same results.

Thanks Honny....I've read that the extra virgin coconut oil is the best version when using as a hair treatment but if it produces that same results maybe I'll experiment with both.

I use (and always have used) organic extra virgin.

Everything I have read highly recommends this version of coconut oil. Does the brand matter much?

Re: Coconut Oil....Have You Tried It?

jackthebear — Sun, 05 Jan 2014 01:33:03 GMT

On 1/4/2014 Vivian Ward said:
On 1/4/2014 HappyDaze said:
On 1/4/2014 Vivian Ward said:
On 1/4/2014 HonnyBrown said:
I used pure (not extra virgin) oils to seal moisture in my hair. Coconut oil was effective, but it wasn't one of my favorites.

I had better results using silicone serums (ie, hair polishers, glossing serums, etc.) and I never went back to oils. The results: better moisture retention, no single strand knots, no frizz and great shine.

In regards to using extra virgin coconut oil versus pure coconut oil , taste is the only difference. There's no reason to use a more expensive version for the same results.

Thanks Honny....I've read that the extra virgin coconut oil is the best version when using as a hair treatment but if it produces that same results maybe I'll experiment with both.

I use (and always have used) organic extra virgin.

Everything I have read highly recommends this version of coconut oil. Does the brand matter much?

Probably getting a food grade extravirgin would be best. Costco has some but it is huge, I ordered mine from amazon. The kind in the hair care section is not pure

Re: Coconut Oil....Have You Tried It?

HappyDaze — Sun, 05 Jan 2014 01:33:34 GMT

On 1/4/2014 Vivian Ward said:
On 1/4/2014 HappyDaze said:
On 1/4/2014 Vivian Ward said:
On 1/4/2014 HonnyBrown said:
I used pure (not extra virgin) oils to seal moisture in my hair. Coconut oil was effective, but it wasn't one of my favorites.

I had better results using silicone serums (ie, hair polishers, glossing serums, etc.) and I never went back to oils. The results: better moisture retention, no single strand knots, no frizz and great shine.

In regards to using extra virgin coconut oil versus pure coconut oil , taste is the only difference. There's no reason to use a more expensive version for the same results.

Thanks Honny....I've read that the extra virgin coconut oil is the best version when using as a hair treatment but if it produces that same results maybe I'll experiment with both.

I use (and always have used) organic extra virgin.

Everything I have read highly recommends this version of coconut oil. Does the brand matter much?

Honestly, I don't think brand matters as much. I would just recommend making sure it is not refined or chemically processed in anyway (unbleached, undeodorized). I personally use Nutiva extra virgin organic coconut oil because it is not processed, is organic, unrefined and the coconut scent is very light and natural. I've smelled others that smelled off. Not sure why because if it is unrefined and unbleached, etc, it should smell like a coconut. I get a big tub of it for cheap at costco but you can find it online for cheap at many other places.

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FluffyBear — Sun, 05 Jan 2014 01:34:39 GMT

I also use coconut oil as a pre wash treatment. I'll use the wen TT oil on my scalp and then the coconut oil on my ends. I'll wear it in a bun and wash the next day. I don't have an issue getting it out at all with wen.. I buy a giant jug of organic extra virgin coconut oil at Costco for $15 that lasts me forever

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Vivian Ward — Sun, 05 Jan 2014 01:35:16 GMT

Great! Thanks for all the info and help I really appreciate it

Re: Coconut Oil....Have You Tried It?

FluffyBear — Sun, 05 Jan 2014 01:35:48 GMT

On 1/4/2014 HappyDaze said:
On 1/4/2014 Vivian Ward said:
On 1/4/2014 HappyDaze said:
On 1/4/2014 Vivian Ward said:
On 1/4/2014 HonnyBrown said:
I used pure (not extra virgin) oils to seal moisture in my hair. Coconut oil was effective, but it wasn't one of my favorites.

I had better results using silicone serums (ie, hair polishers, glossing serums, etc.) and I never went back to oils. The results: better moisture retention, no single strand knots, no frizz and great shine.

In regards to using extra virgin coconut oil versus pure coconut oil , taste is the only difference. There's no reason to use a more expensive version for the same results.

Thanks Honny....I've read that the extra virgin coconut oil is the best version when using as a hair treatment but if it produces that same results maybe I'll experiment with both.

I use (and always have used) organic extra virgin.

Everything I have read highly recommends this version of coconut oil. Does the brand matter much?

Honestly, I don't think brand matters as much. I would just recommend making sure it is not refined or chemically processed in anyway (unbleached, undeodorized). I personally use Nutiva extra virgin organic coconut oil because it is not processed, is organic, unrefined and the coconut scent is very light and natural. I've smelled others that smelled off. Not sure why because if it is unrefined and unbleached, etc, it should smell like a coconut. I get a big tub of it for cheap at costco but you can find it online for cheap at many other places.

Lol we posted at the same tome

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Vivian Ward — Sun, 05 Jan 2014 01:37:04 GMT

On 1/4/2014 MrsStark said: I also use coconut oil as a pre wash treatment. I'll use the wen TT oil on my scalp and then the coconut oil on my ends. I'll wear it in a bun and wash the next day. I don't have an issue getting it out at all with wen.. I buy a giant jug of organic extra virgin coconut oil at Costco for $15 that lasts me forever

That's a good way to use the wen oils and coconut together....I'll have to see if BJs has some next time I go.

Re: Coconut Oil....Have You Tried It?

hennypenny3 — Sun, 05 Jan 2014 01:56:10 GMT

On 1/4/2014 HappyDaze said:
On 1/4/2014 Vivian Ward said:
On 1/4/2014 HappyDaze said:
On 1/4/2014 Vivian Ward said:
On 1/4/2014 HonnyBrown said:
I used pure (not extra virgin) oils to seal moisture in my hair. Coconut oil was effective, but it wasn't one of my favorites.

I had better results using silicone serums (ie, hair polishers, glossing serums, etc.) and I never went back to oils. The results: better moisture retention, no single strand knots, no frizz and great shine.

In regards to using extra virgin coconut oil versus pure coconut oil , taste is the only difference. There's no reason to use a more expensive version for the same results.

Thanks Honny....I've read that the extra virgin coconut oil is the best version when using as a hair treatment but if it produces that same results maybe I'll experiment with both.

I use (and always have used) organic extra virgin.

Everything I have read highly recommends this version of coconut oil. Does the brand matter much?

Honestly, I don't think brand matters as much. I would just recommend making sure it is not refined or chemically processed in anyway (unbleached, undeodorized). I personally use Nutiva extra virgin organic coconut oil because it is not processed, is organic, unrefined and the coconut scent is very light and natural. I've smelled others that smelled off. Not sure why because if it is unrefined and unbleached, etc, it should smell like a coconut. I get a big tub of it for cheap at costco but you can find it online for cheap at many other places.

I also do not think that brand name matters much. What truly matters is how the coconut milk/oil is extracted and processed. Certain methods promise that less filtering retains the most natural protein and anti-oxidants levels found in coconuts. I prefer the Tropical Traditions brand of coconut oil products. They may seem a bit pricier than other brands but I think their products are great. If you sign up for their email notifications they have good sales on their products almost weekly. I usually just wait until their Coconut Oil for Hair Treatment goes on sale and then I stock up! They also have body products with coconut oil too. Great stuff!

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untitled — Sun, 05 Jan 2014 01:56:19 GMT

I have the rms beauty raw coconut cream- you can use it as cleanser, make-up remover and moisturizer. I do use it sometimes in my hair but mostly the WEN oils do the trick.

I have never tried any other coconut oil.

Re: Coconut Oil....Have You Tried It?

untitled — Sun, 05 Jan 2014 02:03:56 GMT

On 1/4/2014 hennypenny3 said:
On 1/4/2014 HappyDaze said:
On 1/4/2014 Vivian Ward said:
On 1/4/2014 HappyDaze said:
On 1/4/2014 Vivian Ward said:
On 1/4/2014 HonnyBrown said:
I used pure (not extra virgin) oils to seal moisture in my hair. Coconut oil was effective, but it wasn't one of my favorites.

I had better results using silicone serums (ie, hair polishers, glossing serums, etc.) and I never went back to oils. The results: better moisture retention, no single strand knots, no frizz and great shine.

In regards to using extra virgin coconut oil versus pure coconut oil , taste is the only difference. There's no reason to use a more expensive version for the same results.

Thanks Honny....I've read that the extra virgin coconut oil is the best version when using as a hair treatment but if it produces that same results maybe I'll experiment with both.

I use (and always have used) organic extra virgin.

Everything I have read highly recommends this version of coconut oil. Does the brand matter much?

Honestly, I don't think brand matters as much. I would just recommend making sure it is not refined or chemically processed in anyway (unbleached, undeodorized). I personally use Nutiva extra virgin organic coconut oil because it is not processed, is organic, unrefined and the coconut scent is very light and natural. I've smelled others that smelled off. Not sure why because if it is unrefined and unbleached, etc, it should smell like a coconut. I get a big tub of it for cheap at costco but you can find it online for cheap at many other places.

I also do not think that brand name matters much. What truly matters is how the coconut milk/oil is extracted and processed. Certain methods promise that less filtering retains the most natural protein and anti-oxidants levels found in coconuts. I prefer the Tropical Traditions brand of coconut oil products. They may seem a bit pricier than other brands but I think their products are great. If you sign up for their email notifications they have good sales on their products almost weekly. I usually just wait until their Coconut Oil for Hair Treatment goes on sale and then I stock up! They also have body products with coconut oil too. Great stuff!

o I am going to have to check that out. Thank you!

Re: Coconut Oil....Have You Tried It?

Vivian Ward — Sun, 05 Jan 2014 02:21:11 GMT

Thanks Henny....I'm going to go check out Tropical Traditions now!