I know this brand and this system came out years ago, and I am a little late to jump on the bandwagon - but better late than never, right?
I first saw this when I was working in Sephora as a Brand Representative and was intrigued. I mean, it had all these cool buzz words like "PolyfluoroEster" and they say it was 30 years in the making. Researchers and Scientists at MIT created this line. Which I always found fascinating.
But the price always kept me at bay. I am a bit thrifty, plus, I have a professional license that allows me to purchase most hair care brands at wholesale prices at my local professional store. So paying retail is often out of the question for me when it comes to hair.
A few months ago my supply store got Living Proof in stock (way after other states did, but we finally got it here in Vegas) and I was up to my nose in other brands so I didn't purchase. The other day I noticed the whole line was on 50% off, which means it is being taken out of the store. -sigh- So I purchased the 4-piece system for $9.99. It contained the Shampoo, Conditioner, No Frizz Wave, Curl Styling Spray and No Frizz Straight Styling Spray.
First thing I noticed was the smell, not overly pleasant. I don't buy products based on scent, but I like a nice smell in my hair! I just didn't care for the scent, but after a few hours it fades away and you no longer notice it.
Shampoo - Decent lather, but didn't leave my hair as 'clean' feeling as I'd like. I often have to wash my hair twice due to the fact I go several days between washes, and this shampoo was no different. It rinsed well and didn't make my hair feel straw like after use.
Conditioner - Because the Shampoo and Conditioner doesn't come in different formulations based on hair type, I was hesitant to try it because while I have oily roots, I have dry ends. I was afraid it wouldn't condition my hair enough. The first time I used it I did add a treatment conditioner to my ends and used Living Proof on the rest. The second time I used Living Proof all over and a leave -in on my ends after getting out of the shower. It was a night light weight conditioner that did a great job softening and smoothing my hair without weighing it down.
No Frizz Straight Styling Spray - I have used so many of these and I really did like this one. Because it isn't full of Dimethicone and other heavy oils, you don't need to be super careful when using it because you are afraid it will grease up and weigh down your hair. I used plenty of pumps and had issues! My hair was so smooth and silky after using and did dry faster than without. Yay!
No Frizz Wave, Curl Styling Spray - Like I said in my last post, I am trying to embrace my naturally curly hair. Plus, I am lazy and don't always straighten my hair. Normally I would use a Mousse and a Texturizing Paste when wearing my hair curly. The last time I just used this spray and a little hair spray and my hair had a nice curl, and no frizz. No crunchy gross pieces either! I do need to use this one a few more time, but I don't wear my hair curly as often as I should.
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Overall, I am impressed and I wish I had bought this system earlier. I am also dissapointed my store will no longer be carrying this line soon. I don't have the money right now to buy the full size line, nor do I really need it right now (heck, I have no room for it either!) but I know I won't pay full price for it either when the store is out of it. I might purchase the straightening spray full price, but most likely not the full line. If I continue to see it at my normal hair care prices, I will purchase though. Does that make sense?
I would recommend giving it a try if you haven't already! It IS worth the price, I am just not used to paying it.
Packaging - Cute and unique little bottles (I got the travel size kit) with solid flip top lids on the shampoo conditioner and solid tops on the sprays - 5/5
Value - Again, I find the price a bit hefty when purchasing on retail prices, but it works. 4.5/5
Repurchase - If I could find it on sale, or at a professional price, yes. - 4.5/5
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