Ojon Damage Reverse Restorative Hair Treatment

by Ojon

Product Description

Size: 1.5 oz

What it is:A rich, velvety balm that dramatically helps repair damaged hair.What it does:This now legendary, cult classic features Ojon oil, nature's golden elixir, in its purest, most powerful form. After just one treatment, this rich, velvety balm dramatically helps repair damaged hair and increases strength against breakage. A must-have for lifeless, dull, brittle, frizzy, flyaway, or unmanageable hair, this product restores vibrant health to even the most deeply damaged hair.What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Synthetic Fragrances- Synthetic Dyes- Phthalates- TriclosanWhat else you need to know:This balm is scented with the creamy, sweet aroma of Tonka Bean, Vetiver, and Benjoin.Research results:In a dry combing study using shampoo and Restorative Hair Treatment, participants saw 64% improvement in the condition of dry, damaged hair after just one treatment.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 2.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B004QB547I
• UPC: 691931002647
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (80 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #58,368 in Beauty (See Top 100 in Beauty)

Customer Reviews

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565 of 601 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars If people would just read the label............., April 29, 2007

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A Book Lover - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ojon Damage Reverse Restorative Hair Treatment (Misc.)

First, let me list both the pros and the cons of using this hair product.

PROS: 1) The product consists of 95% of all natural ingredients that will benefit your hair much better than those alternative synthetic conditioners found on the cosmetic shelves. 2) It can definitely work on all types of hair - especailly ethnic hair which tends to be on the dry side & therefore would need more emollients.

CONS: 1) Most of the ingredients (see below) that this product is made of can be found at your local health food store or ordered on-line from a herbal supply company at a fraction of the cost that Ojon is requesting. 2) The main ingredient in this product is simply oil. It's the same concept of the "hot oil treatment" but marketed in a different way in order to make Ojon seem more exotic. The fact is that using any oil - e.g. olive oil, coconut oil - will give you the same results.

Now, I am going to break down the ingredients label so that you can see what you are paying for.

Ingredient #1: Elaeis Oleifera is American Palm Oil. It is native to the tropical Central & South Americas and is a very low cost oil (10 cents per oz) so therefore it is widely used in many industries such as food, candles, & cosmetics. It is very emollient & leaves a non-greasy shine to the hair & skin. The entire base of this 5-oz jar is made up of this palm oil, so the cost is estimated to be no more than a total of 50 cents.

Ingredient #2: Lecithin is a natural emollient that is heavily found in egg yolks. It has great conditioning properties & feeds the skin & hair natural carbohydrates. Many local health food stores sell it for about $2 for a 16 oz bottle. A little goes a long way, so for or a 5 oz jar of oil, only 1/4 teaspoon of lecithin is required.

Ingredient #3: Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Ascorbyl Palmitate, & Citric Acid are types of preservatives that many cosmetic industries are required to use to make sure that the oils do not go rancid. They do not contribute any benefits to the hair - they are only additives to ensure the product stays fresh longer.

Ingredient #4: Serenoa Serrulata (Saw Palmetto Extract), Citronellol (roselike odor derived from citronella oil), Linalool (liquid distilled from certain essential oils) & Parfum (a man-made fragrance) are all used to give this product it's unique "smokey" scent. Since most of this fragrance base is synthetic (& cheap), these ingredients do not contribute that much benefit

Ingredient #5: Prunus Africana. This may be the only ingredient worth paying attention to. It is an herbal extract derived from the bark of an African plant that many men have used to treat prostate illnesses. It has anti-swelling & healing properites. I would predict that this ingredient is added to promote balancing to the scalp, or to add a natural coloring to the oil (as most herbal extracts will do). But, since there is only a miniature amount used in this product, it is highly unlikely that there is enough to add any benefit whatsoever.

Now that I have listed a breakdown of what you are paying $55 for, it is up to you whether you want to try this product or not. It's not a bad product, but it's definitely not the greatest or most original product either to justify paying that much money. My suggestion to you is to go to the local health food store, buy some natural oils & herbs for about $7, and create your own conditioning hair oil. Apply it to your hair the same way that you would apply this Ojon (as a pre-shampoo treatment) and not only will you get the same if not better results, but you will have enough money left over to go towards something more practical.

49 of 51 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Moisturizer for African American/Curly/Kinky Hair, March 4, 2006

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SoulSistah#1 "lovesupreme" (Where I'm at!) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Ojon Damage Reverse Restorative Hair Treatment (Misc.)

I tried a sample of this product on my super curly natural hair and it was absolutely WONDERFUL. As far as the odor, I LIKED IT, it smells EXACTLY like incense and cocoa butter. I have some in my hair right now and I am constantly sniffing it. Even when I open the jar and warm it in my hand, I inhale the fragrance. It smells very earthy, very rich and very warm, like cocoa butter and patchouli mixed with a little cinnamon and shea butter. I would hate for people to miss out on this great product based on what the previous reviewer said.

My hair is VERY VERY SOFT... I use it as a general moisturizer and my once frizzy kinky curls have been restored to touchable softness. I encourage everyone with dry frizzy curly hair to invest in this product. You will NOT be disappointed. A great investment for natural hair...

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It is all in how you use it., July 5, 2006

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Staci Beasley "Modern Muse" (Norman, OK) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Ojon Damage Reverse Restorative Hair Treatment (Misc.)

Everybody has different hair. This product is suitable for all types with one caveat: experiment based on your hair type. This is basically a concentrated palm nut oil paste. Obviously, people with fine hair don't need to slather it on. The original Ojon treatment is a conditioning product, not a styling one.

My hair is dry, coarse and relaxed. When I first got the treatment, I put it on my ends to fortify and smooth them out. That worked okay. The real magic happened when I had washed and conditioned my hair and was blow-drying it. Once my hair was halfway dry, I applied the treatment throughout my hair, brushing to distribute the product. I then finished blowdrying my hair. Somehow, my hair was shinier, more moisturized, and more elastic(less breakage). And it stayed that way until I washed it again!!

Yes, there is a smell(cocoa butter/sandalwood). If you don't like "natural" smells, don't buy it.

At least at Sephora, you can buy the small jar for $21.

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