topic Re: Questions about use of Velvet Mesquite products in Nick Chavez

Questions about use of Velvet Mesquite products

patheticcosmetics — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 21:40:33 GMT

I just purchased Nick's Velvet Mesquite shampoo & conditioner. Read the instructions before I used it. I have a couple of questions.

The shampoo says to apply to the roots. Do you work it in all over your hair?

The conditioner says to apply it 2 inches from the scalp. Do you work it down to the ends of your hair?

I noticed that cool water is recommended for rinsing out the shampoo & conditioner, similiar to what you do with WEN.

I didn't notice any fullness to my hair, so wonder if I did something wrong.

Thanks in advance to anyone who can help.

Path

Re: Questions about use of Velvet Mesquite products

shaggygirl — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 22:12:44 GMT

I use it and the shampoo I do as I would with any other shampoo, work it into a lather and massage it in to my whole head, scalp & hair. The conditioner I just smoosh it around between the palms of my hands and run my hands through my hair all the way to the ends. I don't pay any attention to the part about keeping it exactly 2 inches from my scalp as I run my hands through my hair, I'm probably an inch or less from my scalp but then I've never put any brand of condtioner all the way down to my scalp. I must say though it does give me more fullness when I use it than other shampoos and condtioners I've tried.

Re: Questions about use of Velvet Mesquite products

NC Bandwagon — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 22:16:44 GMT

Hello, again. I don't use Nick's Velvet Mesquite shampoo and conditioner, but I use his Traditions Yucca Root shampoo and conditioner, the instructions are the same.

Yes, you do put the shampoo all over your hair just like other shampoos. But what some people do is they put the shampoo ON TOP of their hair, but don't work it into the scalp. The hair ends up getting clean, but the scalp it still dirty because the shampoo didn't reach it.

Yes, you do work the conditioner down to the ends of your hair. Nick's conditioner is very thick and has the consistency of toothpaste. Nick believes that putting conditioner directly on the scalp clogs the pours in your scalp, so the instructions say to keep it 2 inches away from the scalp. Of course, all conditioners are different and might have a different result.

Nick says to wash with warm water because it opens the pours in your scalp so the shampoo can do it's work. Then he says rinse with cool so the pours in scalp close again. But I've washed and rinsed with warm water, so I don't think it matters.

Sorry if that sounds too long and complicated. I'll post a shorter version.

Work the shampoo through your scalp AND all over your hair, keep the conditioner 2 inches away from the scalp and put it on your hair and the ends of your hair, rinse the conditioner out really well.

Re: Questions about use of Velvet Mesquite products

Q4u — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 22:28:38 GMT

I started using Nick's Velvet Mesquite Shampoo and Conditioner after I stopped using WEN and I love it! It made my hair full and fluffy again. I use it just like I do any other shampoo and conditioner, I do take it down to the roots but I'm not aggressive with it. I'm just about to order some more.... wish it came in larger bottles .... I do think it's a quality product.... at least it works for me...

Re: Questions about use of Velvet Mesquite products

January121 — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 23:46:48 GMT

I like Nick's products but, this shampoo & conditioner is the exception ... it did not shine my hair and left it dry and frizzy ... I wanted to like it but, it doesn't like me!!!

Re: Questions about use of Velvet Mesquite products

cattitude — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 03:40:11 GMT

I'm a big fan of the Velvet Mesquite shampoo & conditioner as well as all the products in this line. I do just use it the same way as any other shampoo & conditioner - work it in real well. Then for the conditioner I let it sit on my head while I'm still finishing up in the shower so that it really conditions it well. Then I rinse with the cool water. I think the cool water makes it shinier than without it. Waiting for the new boost spray to arrive any day now. Can't wait to see how that is.

Re: Questions about use of Velvet Mesquite products

Raindrop7 — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 07:42:23 GMT

Path, I've been using the VM shampoo & conditioner. I, like some of the other ladies, don't follow the instructions to keep the conditioner 2 inches away from the roots. My hair is very tangled and it's just easier to work it through all my hair. That being said I don't get volume either but my hair is shinier and frizz is gone. I've heard Nick say with any of his shampoos & conditioners to wash with warm water and rinse with cold. Rinsing with cold seals the hair cuticles. I do work the shampoo through all of my hair and I start by massaging my scalp and then rubbing it through to the ends of my hair. I really don't think the VM is for volume but it shouldn't make hair flat either. Maybe try using a little less of the products next time and see if that makes a difference.

HTH

Diane

Re: Questions about use of Velvet Mesquite products

patheticcosmetics — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 20:49:12 GMT

shaggygirl:

Thank you for the tips. I just got caught up in the directions which is unlike me actually. I thought maybe there was a special technique to using this product.

I did rub the conditioner between my palms before applying, but I didn't use enough.

I gave you a heart lol.

Path

Re: Questions about use of Velvet Mesquite products

patheticcosmetics — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 20:53:05 GMT

NC Bandwagon,

Not long or complicated at all. Loved your short version. Right to the point. Thank you.

I will use more product the next time & let the conditioner stay on my hair longer. It reminds me of guacamole.

On a personal note, I love your black leather jacket in your photo.

I gave you a heart.

Path

Re: Questions about use of Velvet Mesquite products

NC Bandwagon — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 21:01:38 GMT

@patheticcosmetics wrote:
NC Bandwagon,

Not long or complicated at all. Loved your short version. Right to the point. Thank you.
I will use more product the next time & let the conditioner stay on my hair longer. It reminds me of guacamole.
On a personal note, I love your black leather jacket in your photo.
I gave you a heart.
Path

You're welcome. And thank you for the compliment, but that's not a picture of me.....that's Nick wearing a leather jacket. Here's the full picture of him.

Re: Questions about use of Velvet Mesquite products

patheticcosmetics — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 21:04:06 GMT

Q4U:

Thank you for your tips.

I will do things much differently next time.

I still use WEN, but I've seen so many posts about Nick's products, I was curious. I was on waitlist a long time. These are 11oz & I got it on easy pay, so all around, good for me lol.

If I like this product, I'm thinking about getting the spray mist.

I would also like to try his voluminzing [sp] products.

I'm glad it works for you.

Path

Re: Questions about use of Velvet Mesquite products

patheticcosmetics — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 21:06:23 GMT

January121:

Sorry this product doesn't work for you.

I'm going to use the tips from everyone & see how it works.

What products are your favorites from Nick's line? How long have you been using them?

Path

Re: Questions about use of Velvet Mesquite products

Q4u — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 21:10:16 GMT

Just one more thing.... Use the amount they tell you to use... not a lot but it does the job. I forget how much, dime sized shampoo I think and a little more than that for the conditioner (depending on length of hair)....

Re: Questions about use of Velvet Mesquite products

patheticcosmetics — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 21:13:44 GMT

cattitude:

Thank you for the tips. I've always used cool water to rinse my hair. I think it makes my hair shinier as well. I also have very fine hair, which is getting finer by the year, & it has always been shiny.

What is the new boost spray? What line is it from or is a brand new product?

Path

Re: Questions about use of Velvet Mesquite products

patheticcosmetics — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 21:18:23 GMT

Diane:

Thank you for your tips.

I'm going to play around with the amounts I use. I don't think I used enough of the products because of how I followed directions.

I'm interested in his products that add volume, because my fine hair is getting finer & there is so much less of it than when I was younger.

I like your picture. You will NEVER see a picture of me lol.

Path

Re: Questions about use of Velvet Mesquite products

fancy pantsy — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 21:24:07 GMT

sigh. life has gotten so complicated.

any time i need directions on how to use a shampoo or a conditioner, then i KNOW i am in trouble.

i realize that i am the exception, but so many of these hair products these days require a certain amount of instruction/knowledge.

again, i know i am the exception, but in my world, i have to keep it simple.

i hope you figure it out and find a routine that works for you.

Re: Questions about use of Velvet Mesquite products

patheticcosmetics — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 21:24:11 GMT

To everyone who replied, thank you.

Such class from everyone.

I greatly appreciate that you told me how you use the products & gave tips which would help me make better use of the products. No one was judgemental or critical. Didn't blame me for not doing something right. No personal attacks.

This is what the Q board should be about. Being helpful without the nasty comments. I asked a question, I got direct and to the point answers.

Again, thank you & have a great weekend. It's still hot, steamy, & now raining [which we need].

I gave everyone a heart lol.

Path

Re: Questions about use of Velvet Mesquite products

patheticcosmetics — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 21:29:47 GMT

Oh my god, NC Bandwagon. Maybe I should wear my glasses. In fact, I was going to say that you resembled Lisa Robertson. I am feeling so embarrased, but whoa, that is some fine looking man. When was it taken, do you know?

Thank you for the enlargement.

I wish they still had the old icons.

I apologize, but you do say how much you love Nick, so am I forgiven? If I could give multiple hearts for that picture I would.

Path

Re: Questions about use of Velvet Mesquite products

cattitude — Sat, 22 Aug 2015 02:48:23 GMT

@patheticcosmetics wrote:
cattitude:
Thank you for the tips. I've always used cool water to rinse my hair. I think it makes my hair shinier as well. I also have very fine hair, which is getting finer by the year, & it has always been shiny.
What is the new boost spray? What line is it from or is a brand new product?
Path

Hi Path. I have very fine hair as well and I've found all the products in the Velvet Mesquite line to work fabulous with my hair. The boost spray is in the Velvet Mesquite line - http://www.qvc.com/Nick-Chavez-Velvet-Mesquite-Grande-Body-Boost-Protein-Spray-Duo-8-oz..product.A266111.html?sc=A266111-SRCH&cm_sp=VIEWPOSITION-_-1-_-A266111&catentryImage=http://images.qvc.com/is/image/a/11/a266111.001?$uslarge$ It just arrived for me today and I can't wait to try it.

Re: Questions about use of Velvet Mesquite products

NC Bandwagon — Sat, 22 Aug 2015 17:35:44 GMT

@patheticcosmetics wrote:
Oh my god, NC Bandwagon. Maybe I should wear my glasses. In fact, I was going to say that you resembled Lisa Robertson. I am feeling so embarrased, but whoa, that is some fine looking man. When was it taken, do you know?
Thank you for the enlargement.
I wish they still had the old icons.
I apologize, but you do say how much you love Nick, so am I forgiven? If I could give multiple hearts for that picture I would.
Path

Haha! Don't worry about it. The profile pictures here are automatically converted to a tiny size. I actually don't know when it was taken. Probably maybe 7 or 10 years ago. I can only guess because Nick's hair is shorter in this picture. Nick used to be a former model.