I could see at the end of the video when you were taking your hair down that you weren't pleased with the results. Even though the video was sped up I could see it on your face. Thanks for your vids you and a few others are my motivation. Your hair is so beautiful. Thanks for sharing with us.
I like the lock & twist gel at first I didn't but I use it in conjunction with the instant activator gold by softsheen Carson and curl activator gel with aloe Vera by smoothn shine all purchased at family dollar! Now I prefer eco styler olive oil gel but I ran out! Try it nd let me know what you think!
I absolutely love this product. I've used this product for about 6 years now and never had an issue. I hope you have better times with it in the future.
I love that product for twist outs. I melt Shea Butter pour it in then freeze the product stirring every 20-30 minutes. After it set then I added olive oil. After all this another container is needed because it's more than the original packaging can hold. I was a broke college student when I discovered this product so it being cheap caught my attention and I already had the other products on hand. Just a suggestion
When i used organic lock and twist i use it for my wet set on small twists all over. I like it because it wsa shiny and not greasey. I have never used it for large wet set twists. Maybe try it on a smaller twists set. good job.
I used it in my flexirod set (suggestion from Kairox146) and I love it! Try it that way and see if it's just not a product that does well without heat.
I'm having the same problem with the prodoct and was ready to toss it but I figure i'd give it another try wit my shea butter mixture. Thanks guys for the advice even if it wasnt for me lol
Hello: I've recently subscribed to your channel. I like your channel bc you're not on the band wagon of all natural products are a must for natural hair. Your hair is so healthy and beautiful. I've looked thru a few of your videos to see the beginning of your journey to where your are now....and all I can say is WOW!! I'm not an expert, but maybe the direct leave didn't mix well with the products as it tends to be drying if use alone. I have to add an oil with it to get good results.
i love this product. after shampoo/condition, i use coconut oil first, then my shea moisture curl/style milk, and then the gel over that, but not a lot. i use it when i do my curly twist outs. once it's dry, it doesn't feel crunchy or hard at all. maybe you used too much??
Hi Kerry, I just noticed you said it made you hair feel dry and crunchy, perhaps you could have tried appyling some of your shea moisture to go underneath the gel, being that even though it is creamy like texture it's still a gel right? Maybe you could give it a fourth go to be absolutely positively done with it lol :-) Im just thinking out loud here..As always you're my hairspiration as a fellow youtuber said before..Blessed always girlie ~_~
Sorry you didn't like it. :-( My fist year natural (I already had about 1 year worth of natural hair at that point) I used it for twists and coily twist-outs the whole year, maybe even more. It definitely had a firm hold, and this was before I knew about separating the hair to achieve a fluffy twist out.
good for twists. feels alot like water though and I have to be quite liberal with the product but i like that its affordable and does not leave a buildup at all after reapplication on my edges day after day.
Keri, I love the ORS: Lock and Twist Gel. I always use the gel on wet/damp hair. I usually use the gel with Cantu Shea Butter Leave-In Conditioner and Repair Cream; it makes a wonderful combo. I've also used it with Shea Moisture's Hair Smoothie, which was alright. When using either leave-in/moisturizer, I use extra virgin coconut oil or Kemi Oyl to seal. My hair has never felt dry with this product. I hope you find a way to make it work for you, hun!
I use this product with the shea moisture masque on top and it comes out soft and shiny...i know thats supposed to be a deep treatment but i dont like it for that purpose lol
I do the same as others in that I use my shea butter mix under the ORS gel. I also do that when I use the Eco gel, and that stops the drying in my case.
This is my favorite product for a twist out but I apply a leave in conditioner, then my shea butter mixture on my entire head. Then I use the gel on each section I'm twisting. I don't have any dryness and my hair is nice and shiny.
I've found that after my leave-in I have to use an oil, then a moisturizer. What that product you would have been please with the results on top of a good moisturizer!! Great results!!
Hey thanks for the review. I use this product only for when i am wearing twists for a while. I just use my shea butter mixture with it and it keeps it pretty moisturized. I have never done a twist out with it, so thats probably where the dryness comes in. But your hair and the styles you post are awsome, so thanks for all your vids.
your hair turned out cute queen...maybe if you put the oil on before using the ORS...or maybe you should just stay with your staple products they always seem to work for you....thanks for sharing
Your hair looked great! I have yet to master flat twisting as well but I do like the results. I think I need to take bigger sections like you did to get the fullness. Just feels weird to have them be so big. I like the gel because it IS a soft hold. I use SM Curl Enhancing Smoothie under it and don't notice any dryness at all.
I can't remember the last time I used that particular gel. However when I did use it, I placed a hair moisturizer before I place the gel on it. That gel makes my hair too hard.
Hi, I experienced the same thing with my hair even if the hold is cool for my locks I just had a dry scalp and it dried it so bad that I had dandruff. Then, someone recommended that I used jojoba oil with it and I have to admit that the combination was not bad at all but stil. This product on its own is not that great. I do not like it on my hair.
Ur hair was really cute though. Hmm? This is my go to product for my twist outs. I put in my leavein. Then olive oil. Then the ORS. It always has a somewhat firm hold but not drying at all. Goodluck doll..
Happy birthday girl! Ive used this product 3 times each time with shea butter or veg glycerin underneath with good results for my twist outs. I love your videos very helpfull to me on my natural journey.
u mentioned the giovanni direct leave-in, is it one of ur staples? doe sit moisturize ur hair well? what u think about it in the long term? i just tried it for the first time, i like it a lot but i don't know if it really moisturizes, i have yet to sleep over to see
I have only used this when doing twists with extensions, and I didn't like it then either so I'm not even going to bother using it on my actual hair! But still your hair looks beautiful
I used to use this to twist my fro before my healthy hair journey and was fine with it. When I found out abt mineral oil I was reluctant to use it but did anyway. dry hair! I kno why now and threw it out
There so much you could use with it with but I guess some products are not for some. I Sometimes use some shea butter or coconut oil underneath it I found it works, it seems to work wonders on freshly washed hair if a good moisturizing leave in is used under it but thats just my experience with it. Oh and the ORS carrot oil them two together,wow!
Girl I understand because that's how I feel about Shea Moisture products. My hair hates that stuff! I don't know what ingredient it is but my hair says Hell No!!!
Hey Girl....I'm sitting here w/my mouth open b/c I love it. :) I compare it to Murray's Loc Loc Gel. Whenever I twist my hair I always use a butter & a gel. I put on my Shea Moisture leave in, then I add my AfroVeda Curl Define butter & a gel of my choice. It always comes out soft & defined for me. Try the Murray's Loc Loc & see how you like that one.
Like you, I used this product three times. I finally used it with Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie and the results where good. Mind you,my twists had been in for two days. I think after a day, the twists would have been okay. This is not a go to product for me personally.
I think it still came out cute.. My mom has actually used this on her twist and she said the same thing that it just made her hair feel funny she doesn't like it either... Your hair is really growing....
i love this product i usually use it with castor oil and it comes out really nice moisturized and shiny lol. I found that castor oil is a thick oil that works better than olive oil to lock in moisture and great for defining without gel. Good luck
I have never used this for a twist out, i guess i never thought about it, i have only used for my tiny twist and it seemed to work pretty good, sorry it didn't work for you.
Your hair looks great! I use this product for my twist outs but I apply a leave in conditioner and castor oil before the gel which prevents dryness but maintains the curl definition.
Hey Hon! When I use the ORS, I add Carol's daughter healthy hair butter to my section. The next day my twist are defined without the cruch hard feeling... I love all the VIDS you make. Your hair has grown sooooooo much and I love love love it.
Hey sis, put your leave in and the olive oil underneath the lock and twist gel and
consider using a little care free curl moisturizer along with your current products next time to add more softness. Less is more with this product. Hair turned out beautiful.
Your hair turned out so pretty!! Thanks for sharing the knowledge...I newly Natural..I did my BC Sep 5,2011 and My last perm was Jan 5,2011..So I am learning a lot from your vid's..I love them all my sistah..It's a blessing to have people like you to share what works for you and to make clear what works for one may not work for the another...Keep up the good work..I am already a product junkie and I want be buying this one..because my hair is already dry enough..Be Blessed!!
I apply shea moisture curl & style milk first and than I twist my hair with the lock and twist gel that helps with moisture and softness. i hope that helped.
I feel you on the dryness. I tried this product just as you have and felt the same way. I recently revisited the product and had different results. I'm now in love with the product. Here's a suggestion, after washing and detangling, try kimmaytubes leave in recipe, then apply another moisturizer, I used Jane Carters Nourish and Shine mixed with Jojoba oil in a small section, then dipped my rat tail comb in the gel and combed the section that was to be braided. Twist hair, air dry,.
Thank you soooo much for your honesty in your product review. Nothing annoys me more than someone who does product reviews but mysteriously "loves" every product they review.
I feel that the entire line is a little drying on the hair. Currently, I use the conditioner as a shampoo in order to "strip" my hair of oils. To me, its like a shampoo but without the suds. I agree with you girl, my hair almost went into shock after trying this line and this is in comparison to Shea Moisture which otehrs have considered drying as well.
I use the lock and twist gel and actually like it. However I have never used it with just a moisturizer. I use a Shea butter and coconut oil mix on it first and then add the gel. Yes my twists are slightly firm when they dry but not like using Eco styler clear. Once I take them down I have soft hair with enough hold for my very humid climate. Sorry to hear u didn't like it, but thanks for the review! :-)
It left my hair feeling hard too! Even when I would wear my two strand twists I didn't like my hair to feeling like concrete so I gave it to my aunt lol
I personally ONLY prefer organic root stimulator's olive oil cream and their hair mayo for deep conditioners. I remember using their carrot cream back in the day when I wore braids and didnt have any complaints...IDK how I'd feel about it today though. But I DO use their olivie oil cream and the hair mayo HEAVY.
How do you know if the product works? if you use other products with the gel...I hope you don't mind me saying. I would of like to see you do the review using the 'Organic Root Stimulator Lock & Twist Gel' Product only this would be a true review of the product if it works...
I love your hair videos, can not wait until I get enough hair to try the ones I love. I think you are very pretty. Keep up the good work, you inspire me.
@SimplYounique i didnt like it at the first three times i used it but i apply it the exact same way you do put i put the olive oil on first anda small amount of the root stimulator on the roots and work down to the ends.. i only us it with two strand twist or small flat twist and i have to sit under the dryer. after completely dry its nice.
Your hair is so luscious and healthy:) I've been trying a few braidouts/twistouts but when I take down my hair the next morning my hair is still damp:( When you do you braidouts, when do you braid you hair in order for it to be dry the next day?
I don't do it on soaking wet hair anymore. Now I make sure my hair is slightly damp, then I braid or twist my hair to ensure it dries the next morning.
Thanks for the honest review!! Your hair look great girl. Everythign is not for everybody, you know? That is the reality of the situation. You gave it a good try though. At least you didn't come on here bashing a product you only tried once. I've never tried it, but I enjoyed the review.
I don't really care for it either. Just sitting on the shelf in my bathroom. The funniest part it that half smirk you have on your face at the end of the video. Pretty clear you don't like it, although the style came out nicely.
I'm glad it worked out for you. Even before taking out my twists my hair felt dry. It's just one of those products where you either love it or hate it.
@SimplYounique I don't think it mixes well with the Giovanni Direct Leave-In. The product worked great for my hair, I used it to set my twists for protective styling. It had a firm hold that went away after a day or 2. Try maybe using it after a good deep condition and a little oil to seal in your moisture.
Hey...I use that product to do my husbands hair and we've found that we don't like it either. He trying to loc but it it leaves his hair too soft. I haven't tried it on my hair.I know you don't like the way it makes your hair feel but, your hair looks gorgeous as usual Keri!!!
Your not the first person who has said it makes their hair feel like straw. A few of my friends said the same thing but they all have dreads so I wasn't sure if it would be the same on just natural hair. I'm still trying to find my "it" products I'm almost 6 months in and om really just starting to look up to now I've been co washing and using ecostyler. Now I have braids. I was even thinking about using ot to help blend my hair when I do kinky twists but dry and protective styling isn't good
Yeah, it can be tough trying to find your staple products.. A youtuber named Tonidaley80 wears braids pretty often and she has a home made concoction that works for her. Check out her channel. I'm not sure of the name of the video where she shows how she makes it.
I just use it on damp hair and it works great for me.
beautiijunkii 1 week ago
dam u sex
19jrp 1 month ago
I could see at the end of the video when you were taking your hair down that you weren't pleased with the results. Even though the video was sped up I could see it on your face. Thanks for your vids you and a few others are my motivation. Your hair is so beautiful. Thanks for sharing with us.
YashaDenson 1 month ago in playlist Uploaded videos
I like the lock & twist gel at first I didn't but I use it in conjunction with the instant activator gold by softsheen Carson and curl activator gel with aloe Vera by smoothn shine all purchased at family dollar! Now I prefer eco styler olive oil gel but I ran out! Try it nd let me know what you think!
MsStoneSoLuvly 1 month ago
I absolutely love this product. I've used this product for about 6 years now and never had an issue. I hope you have better times with it in the future.
uneekleemade 1 month ago
Hi Everyone! I need help concerning the roots. How can I maintain the roots of my hair soft and 'wet' ? what products are necessary?! thank you!
missfavoured 2 months ago in playlist Uploaded videos
I love that product for twist outs. I melt Shea Butter pour it in then freeze the product stirring every 20-30 minutes. After it set then I added olive oil. After all this another container is needed because it's more than the original packaging can hold. I was a broke college student when I discovered this product so it being cheap caught my attention and I already had the other products on hand. Just a suggestion
THEENaturalAce 2 months ago
Makeup tutorial please!!!!
xinnocent18x 2 months ago in playlist More videos from SimplYounique
When i used organic lock and twist i use it for my wet set on small twists all over. I like it because it wsa shiny and not greasey. I have never used it for large wet set twists. Maybe try it on a smaller twists set. good job.
foxyaury 2 months ago in playlist More videos from SimplYounique
Pretty flat twist out! I've never done a flat twist on my hair. Will try it. Thanks for the demo.
drolla48 2 months ago
i find your videos very helpful i have just started doing twists/twist outs and i love your styles
lindanaturalhairdiva 2 months ago
i use it with mixed chicks conditioner
nashayalston 2 months ago
It seems like you and I love the color purple. The comb, tie head and robe. Lol
photogenic305 3 months ago
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photogenic305 3 months ago
Perhaps try the ORS Twist & Loc gel with a moisturizing product underneath. I've tried that with sucess!
beautifulmarie89 3 months ago
How many flat twists did you do?
Lifeisagift1990 3 months ago
I do not like this product either... It leaves my hair not feeling dry but just WEIRD... I love their line but this particular one not so much....
TheTnTbeauty 3 months ago
I used it in my flexirod set (suggestion from Kairox146) and I love it! Try it that way and see if it's just not a product that does well without heat.
FroDeeva 3 months ago
Thanx because I was going to try it. Do you use the Eco for most of your holding styles?
tamu1750 3 months ago
I'm having the same problem with the prodoct and was ready to toss it but I figure i'd give it another try wit my shea butter mixture. Thanks guys for the advice even if it wasnt for me lol
VIBlackBerri 4 months ago
I use ORS Loc and Twist gel on top of my Giovanni Direct Leave In as well and my hair always comes out soft and moisturized.
radiant812 4 months ago
Hello: I've recently subscribed to your channel. I like your channel bc you're not on the band wagon of all natural products are a must for natural hair. Your hair is so healthy and beautiful. I've looked thru a few of your videos to see the beginning of your journey to where your are now....and all I can say is WOW!! I'm not an expert, but maybe the direct leave didn't mix well with the products as it tends to be drying if use alone. I have to add an oil with it to get good results.
msladynatural00 4 months ago
i love this product. after shampoo/condition, i use coconut oil first, then my shea moisture curl/style milk, and then the gel over that, but not a lot. i use it when i do my curly twist outs. once it's dry, it doesn't feel crunchy or hard at all. maybe you used too much??
aciosa 4 months ago
I usually mix it with a leave in conditioner and sometimes two teaspoons of coconut oil. It leaves my hair soft and it really does hold well for me.
tongee7 4 months ago
Hi Kerry, I just noticed you said it made you hair feel dry and crunchy, perhaps you could have tried appyling some of your shea moisture to go underneath the gel, being that even though it is creamy like texture it's still a gel right? Maybe you could give it a fourth go to be absolutely positively done with it lol :-) Im just thinking out loud here..As always you're my hairspiration as a fellow youtuber said before..Blessed always girlie ~_~
L1558 4 months ago
Sorry you didn't like it. :-( My fist year natural (I already had about 1 year worth of natural hair at that point) I used it for twists and coily twist-outs the whole year, maybe even more. It definitely had a firm hold, and this was before I knew about separating the hair to achieve a fluffy twist out.
lanicert 4 months ago
good for twists. feels alot like water though and I have to be quite liberal with the product but i like that its affordable and does not leave a buildup at all after reapplication on my edges day after day.
HisOnly17 4 months ago in playlist More videos from SimplYounique
I usually put an oil on first before using this product and my hair comes out soft with a nice hold.
coco2point0 4 months ago
I also use this product....but I recommend beeswax cream instead I love the way that feels on my hair
kokoswirl 4 months ago
Yep, I didn't like it either. Glad I saw your video as I was tempted to try it again thinking I did something wrong. Your hair looks great though!
levone5121 4 months ago
Thank you for your honesty. Three tries is more than fair!
SaunWhee 4 months ago
Me no like this product either :(
lit26 4 months ago
where do you get the olive oil from?
Stepfefee 4 months ago
i didnt like it much either!
keeannareid 4 months ago
Keri, I love the ORS: Lock and Twist Gel. I always use the gel on wet/damp hair. I usually use the gel with Cantu Shea Butter Leave-In Conditioner and Repair Cream; it makes a wonderful combo. I've also used it with Shea Moisture's Hair Smoothie, which was alright. When using either leave-in/moisturizer, I use extra virgin coconut oil or Kemi Oyl to seal. My hair has never felt dry with this product. I hope you find a way to make it work for you, hun!
PearlfectJourney 4 months ago
@PearlfectJourney I use the same combination and it leaves my course 4b/c hair feeling extremely soft!
mrsysc2009 3 months ago 2
ur hair came out pretty anyway:)
anngrits02 4 months ago
I use this product with the shea moisture masque on top and it comes out soft and shiny...i know thats supposed to be a deep treatment but i dont like it for that purpose lol
ViaHim 4 months ago
This product works well, mixed with raw shea butter. Hope that helps!
sutra28 4 months ago
same here!
FYEcurls 4 months ago
Ur hair looks fab and has grown so much
9086863951 4 months ago
I agree. I didn't like this product at all. I do like ORS Smoothing Pudding (green label) for my twist outs. Have you ever tried it?
nwallace1908 4 months ago
Thanks for the Review!! Your hair and make up looks amazing!
angelchild97 4 months ago
The style was hella cute but I agree, this product makes my hair feel like straw. Hated it!!! Lol
kels823 4 months ago
I do the same as others in that I use my shea butter mix under the ORS gel. I also do that when I use the Eco gel, and that stops the drying in my case.
hardsimmer 4 months ago
Wow! Kerry! Your hair really grew! :D
2luvlikidz 4 months ago
This is my favorite product for a twist out but I apply a leave in conditioner, then my shea butter mixture on my entire head. Then I use the gel on each section I'm twisting. I don't have any dryness and my hair is nice and shiny.
LovinNtrl 4 months ago
I've found that after my leave-in I have to use an oil, then a moisturizer. What that product you would have been please with the results on top of a good moisturizer!! Great results!!
KinkyNappyHappy 4 months ago
Hey thanks for the review. I use this product only for when i am wearing twists for a while. I just use my shea butter mixture with it and it keeps it pretty moisturized. I have never done a twist out with it, so thats probably where the dryness comes in. But your hair and the styles you post are awsome, so thanks for all your vids.
JenJen80J 4 months ago
The results were gorgeous, but you could tell something wasn't quite right from the expressions on your face...LOL! Thanks for the honest review!
mehonesty 4 months ago
Kerry, the results are GORGEOUS!!
Wow, I wish my hair would turn out that nice after a twist-out!!
brownshuga24 4 months ago
your hair turned out cute queen...maybe if you put the oil on before using the ORS...or maybe you should just stay with your staple products they always seem to work for you....thanks for sharing
dkblck1958 4 months ago
Your hair looked great! I have yet to master flat twisting as well but I do like the results. I think I need to take bigger sections like you did to get the fullness. Just feels weird to have them be so big. I like the gel because it IS a soft hold. I use SM Curl Enhancing Smoothie under it and don't notice any dryness at all.
bgood2momma 4 months ago
Love the look on you.
TyraNeche 4 months ago
I can't remember the last time I used that particular gel. However when I did use it, I placed a hair moisturizer before I place the gel on it. That gel makes my hair too hard.
janeblow80 4 months ago
Hi, I experienced the same thing with my hair even if the hold is cool for my locks I just had a dry scalp and it dried it so bad that I had dandruff. Then, someone recommended that I used jojoba oil with it and I have to admit that the combination was not bad at all but stil. This product on its own is not that great. I do not like it on my hair.
Thanks for sharing.
Afreekaribeaness 4 months ago
Hair looks great, sorry it wasn't what you wanted (the dryness).
HeadstrongHair 4 months ago
Ur hair was really cute though. Hmm? This is my go to product for my twist outs. I put in my leavein. Then olive oil. Then the ORS. It always has a somewhat firm hold but not drying at all. Goodluck doll..
EAQ253 4 months ago
What is your hair type?
jazzy07891 4 months ago
Happy birthday girl! Ive used this product 3 times each time with shea butter or veg glycerin underneath with good results for my twist outs. I love your videos very helpfull to me on my natural journey.
Niecy53145 4 months ago
u mentioned the giovanni direct leave-in, is it one of ur staples? doe sit moisturize ur hair well? what u think about it in the long term? i just tried it for the first time, i like it a lot but i don't know if it really moisturizes, i have yet to sleep over to see
djsugah 4 months ago
Try mixing the ORS Twist and Loc gel with 100% Aloe Vera Gel. It will make it so much more moisturizing while keeping the hold.
1dbennet 4 months ago
Happy Birthday Girl!
RockChickPuds 4 months ago
Thanks for sharing. I love your videos and can't wait for my hair to get your length.
Debradunlap123 4 months ago
I have only used this when doing twists with extensions, and I didn't like it then either so I'm not even going to bother using it on my actual hair! But still your hair looks beautiful
folly24 4 months ago
I used to use this to twist my fro before my healthy hair journey and was fine with it. When I found out abt mineral oil I was reluctant to use it but did anyway. dry hair! I kno why now and threw it out
TheNaprika 4 months ago
I did a braidout using it and used the Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie under it and it made my hair a lot softer
SkyBlue1014 4 months ago
Well your hair looks nice 8^|
Brownaturalady 4 months ago
There so much you could use with it with but I guess some products are not for some. I Sometimes use some shea butter or coconut oil underneath it I found it works, it seems to work wonders on freshly washed hair if a good moisturizing leave in is used under it but thats just my experience with it. Oh and the ORS carrot oil them two together,wow!
insertyourquarters 4 months ago
Girl I understand because that's how I feel about Shea Moisture products. My hair hates that stuff! I don't know what ingredient it is but my hair says Hell No!!!
shilli87 4 months ago
Hey Girl....I'm sitting here w/my mouth open b/c I love it. :) I compare it to Murray's Loc Loc Gel. Whenever I twist my hair I always use a butter & a gel. I put on my Shea Moisture leave in, then I add my AfroVeda Curl Define butter & a gel of my choice. It always comes out soft & defined for me. Try the Murray's Loc Loc & see how you like that one.
HalfBlackFilipino 4 months ago
I agree I really did not like it! My hair was actually super greasy and "producty". I gave it 3 tries and it was a disaster each time...never again!
nicadrmar 4 months ago
**** Thanks for all the suggestions everyone. I appreciate it! ****
SimplYounique 4 months ago 8
Like you, I used this product three times. I finally used it with Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie and the results where good. Mind you,my twists had been in for two days. I think after a day, the twists would have been okay. This is not a go to product for me personally.
annettemint 4 months ago
Looking good sweetie Thanks for sharing with us
Tomikagetsfit2011 4 months ago
Eventhough the product did not work for you, your hair looks awsome
texantweet 4 months ago
Hey there, what product do you use when you twist your hair? Your hair is getting so long it looks beautiful.
shortNsweet411 4 months ago
I think it still came out cute.. My mom has actually used this on her twist and she said the same thing that it just made her hair feel funny she doesn't like it either... Your hair is really growing....
TheShayg251202 4 months ago
How long have you been natural? your hair is beautiful!
genejaytre 4 months ago
I feel you this stuff aint right.
ThickMadame80 4 months ago
i love this product i usually use it with castor oil and it comes out really nice moisturized and shiny lol. I found that castor oil is a thick oil that works better than olive oil to lock in moisture and great for defining without gel. Good luck
hopefull630 4 months ago
it continually flaked in my hair and was on the drier end of things. I still have it from last year in case it finally works for me, lol.
Meedifyufosho88 4 months ago
your hair is getting longer
I love it
sugarmill2000 4 months ago 4
Try organic root stimulator's sooth and hold pudding it has a soft hold that keeps the hair pattern of any style defined and shiny
niecey82292 4 months ago
I love how you wear your scarves pls do a tutorial thx
mznaturaldiva 4 months ago
It was very drying on my twists as well, but I do tend to have moisture issues...Overall I wasn't impressed either.
dvinemrsshay 4 months ago
It actually came out so pretty.
Your, "naw, this ain't workin" facial expression at the end was pricless!!!
LoLoL!!!
Thanks for ALWAYS being so honest.
willame1 4 months ago
Did the olive oil make it softer?
82ddw 4 months ago
I have never used this for a twist out, i guess i never thought about it, i have only used for my tiny twist and it seemed to work pretty good, sorry it didn't work for you.
notsoshy28 4 months ago
I don't like it either. The consistency in the jar turned me off!
sss215 4 months ago
Your hair looks great! I use this product for my twist outs but I apply a leave in conditioner and castor oil before the gel which prevents dryness but maintains the curl definition.
NaturalJC87 4 months ago
your hair was still slamming but i feel ya on not liking a product..I had a bad last week using a different product to twist my hair
royaltee504 4 months ago
Hey Hon! When I use the ORS, I add Carol's daughter healthy hair butter to my section. The next day my twist are defined without the cruch hard feeling... I love all the VIDS you make. Your hair has grown sooooooo much and I love love love it.
shundastanley 4 months ago
Love your hair and makeup in this vid!
presuchz21 4 months ago
i hate it too
shannonpjmm 4 months ago
Since you've been natural have you trimmed your hair? if so how often and do you get a lot of knots in your hair?
shoppergrl1 4 months ago
I like the way your hair turned out. I have it, but I haven't used in my hair since was transitioning.
DaaKallMiiMzzM 4 months ago
Hey sis, put your leave in and the olive oil underneath the lock and twist gel and
consider using a little care free curl moisturizer along with your current products next time to add more softness. Less is more with this product. Hair turned out beautiful.
BamaBuggin 4 months ago
I used this product when I twisted my TWA. I no longer use it, but it was ok at the time. :)
Lexy4553 4 months ago
I am<<excuse the typo..huggsss
cookiesandcream35 4 months ago
Your hair turned out so pretty!! Thanks for sharing the knowledge...I newly Natural..I did my BC Sep 5,2011 and My last perm was Jan 5,2011..So I am learning a lot from your vid's..I love them all my sistah..It's a blessing to have people like you to share what works for you and to make clear what works for one may not work for the another...Keep up the good work..I am already a product junkie and I want be buying this one..because my hair is already dry enough..Be Blessed!!
cookiesandcream35 4 months ago
I agree, I hated it! It did nothing for my hair!!!
nikjohn77 4 months ago
Your hair is really going!! I can't wait to get some length so I can try some of your hair styles. You're very pretty. Thanks for the vid ;)
Amerykal84 4 months ago
I love your makeup in the beginning of the video. Can you plz do a tutorial on it?
liscialaelle 4 months ago
I apply shea moisture curl & style milk first and than I twist my hair with the lock and twist gel that helps with moisture and softness. i hope that helped.
triniamonique 4 months ago
I mix it with oil which makes it less drying but I still rather use something else.
mamaguile 4 months ago
I feel you on the dryness. I tried this product just as you have and felt the same way. I recently revisited the product and had different results. I'm now in love with the product. Here's a suggestion, after washing and detangling, try kimmaytubes leave in recipe, then apply another moisturizer, I used Jane Carters Nourish and Shine mixed with Jojoba oil in a small section, then dipped my rat tail comb in the gel and combed the section that was to be braided. Twist hair, air dry,.
Csmart01 4 months ago
I like the hair style.
teeahtate 4 months ago
im use this product and it is great!!! your hair does not look dry at all. like you said you just do not like it.
abbasbabyemmie 4 months ago
Thank you soooo much for your honesty in your product review. Nothing annoys me more than someone who does product reviews but mysteriously "loves" every product they review.
TheYogina 4 months ago
I feel that the entire line is a little drying on the hair. Currently, I use the conditioner as a shampoo in order to "strip" my hair of oils. To me, its like a shampoo but without the suds. I agree with you girl, my hair almost went into shock after trying this line and this is in comparison to Shea Moisture which otehrs have considered drying as well.
BrownSuga2882 4 months ago
I've used it many times, love it. But I usually do small - medium twists.
blacksncommercials 4 months ago
I'm with you. It just doesn't work for me either.
linniepooh81 4 months ago
I use the lock and twist gel and actually like it. However I have never used it with just a moisturizer. I use a Shea butter and coconut oil mix on it first and then add the gel. Yes my twists are slightly firm when they dry but not like using Eco styler clear. Once I take them down I have soft hair with enough hold for my very humid climate. Sorry to hear u didn't like it, but thanks for the review! :-)
Ambrolysha 4 months ago
Your hair looks great!!!
afrocaribbean1 4 months ago
Never tried it! but from outside looking in...results look great!
Kinkycurlycoil 4 months ago
It left my hair feeling hard too! Even when I would wear my two strand twists I didn't like my hair to feeling like concrete so I gave it to my aunt lol
JNikki2001 4 months ago
hey even though you didn't like the product the twist out looked amazing! :)
jenandsnow33 4 months ago
@SimplYounique I think I use too much and dont properly distribute it. I should try doing it in sections...maybe that will help.
TinoM24 4 months ago
I personally ONLY prefer organic root stimulator's olive oil cream and their hair mayo for deep conditioners. I remember using their carrot cream back in the day when I wore braids and didnt have any complaints...IDK how I'd feel about it today though. But I DO use their olivie oil cream and the hair mayo HEAVY.
coaluck 4 months ago
I tried this product as well..more than once with the same results dry and brittle feeling hair. I put it under the sink in the, oh well section!
ldnurse73 4 months ago
i like..kinda..i mean i only use it if im adding singles in my hair just so the synthetic hair doesnt slip and holds.but thats all i use it for
MsCocoBritt 4 months ago
How do you know if the product works? if you use other products with the gel...I hope you don't mind me saying. I would of like to see you do the review using the 'Organic Root Stimulator Lock & Twist Gel' Product only this would be a true review of the product if it works...
queeny107 4 months ago
The G leave in may not work with the twist and lock gel. I used the g leave in with another product and my hair felt hard and dry.
rhollandnyc 4 months ago
I love how your hair turned out and your hair is beautiful wet or dry!
victorial1982 4 months ago
OMG! I just bought this product on friday to try it!!
ElonDios86 4 months ago
I love your hair videos, can not wait until I get enough hair to try the ones I love. I think you are very pretty. Keep up the good work, you inspire me.
1mrushin 4 months ago 6
@1mrushin
Thank you <3
SimplYounique 4 months ago
my son uses it for his locs. He loves it! Have you tried you flax seed oil/gel with it?
StormyHair 4 months ago
Hey StormyHair,
No, I haven't tried flax seed gel.
SimplYounique 4 months ago
@SimplYounique i didnt like it at the first three times i used it but i apply it the exact same way you do put i put the olive oil on first anda small amount of the root stimulator on the roots and work down to the ends.. i only us it with two strand twist or small flat twist and i have to sit under the dryer. after completely dry its nice.
jeco5 4 months ago
not on super wet hair 60% dry.
jeco5 4 months ago
Your hair is so luscious and healthy:) I've been trying a few braidouts/twistouts but when I take down my hair the next morning my hair is still damp:( When you do you braidouts, when do you braid you hair in order for it to be dry the next day?
1helluvawomen 4 months ago
@1helluvawomen
I don't do it on soaking wet hair anymore. Now I make sure my hair is slightly damp, then I braid or twist my hair to ensure it dries the next morning.
SimplYounique 4 months ago
I love this product! I mixed it with honey and it made my hair feel amazing!
Mumama05 4 months ago
When using this product I put Olive oil on my hair first then I apply the product. Try it to see how it works on your hair.
researcher90 4 months ago
I used this product during my twa days...it worked great. & my hair came out oily not dry at all.
honeyBK 4 months ago
Well at least your hair looked good on camera!
chocpch 4 months ago
I loveeee your hair!!
sphawes100 4 months ago
Thanks for the honest review!! Your hair look great girl. Everythign is not for everybody, you know? That is the reality of the situation. You gave it a good try though. At least you didn't come on here bashing a product you only tried once. I've never tried it, but I enjoyed the review.
toyaboo2 4 months ago
Hey toyaboo2. Thanks girl
SimplYounique 4 months ago
I don't really care for it either. Just sitting on the shelf in my bathroom. The funniest part it that half smirk you have on your face at the end of the video. Pretty clear you don't like it, although the style came out nicely.
lhales12 4 months ago
how do i not flat twist and get the same wave?? lol, It's my 1 year natural anniversary by the way!!! :D
bubblejaz23 4 months ago
@bubblejaz23
Congrats on being 1 year natural. You can try a braid out or a loose bantu knot out. :-)
SimplYounique 4 months ago
I used it when I was transitioning..but I really dont like it on my natural hair...yes you hair does feel dry.
baylin10 4 months ago
Hey Girl! Your hair is getting so LOOONg! I love it! its Beautiful!
Ahsao 4 months ago
@Ahsao
Thank you :-)
SimplYounique 4 months ago
I have this. Haven't used it in over a year since I was transitioning. I should revisit or give it away.
secretsandlies09 4 months ago
@secretsandlies09
If you try it again, let me know how it works out.
SimplYounique 4 months ago
to me the smell reminds me of coconut...
mrztweetbeak 4 months ago
@mrztweetbeak
Really?? I didn't think it smelled like coconut..
SimplYounique 4 months ago
I've tried the product too and it had my hair feeling hard and I like for my hair to feel soft.
Sparkle36703 4 months ago
I've been using that product for yearsss & i love it for my twists. I dont think its really meant for twist-outs... hence the name loc & twist gel...
BeautifulTresses20 4 months ago
Hi BeautifulTresses20,
I'm glad it worked out for you. Even before taking out my twists my hair felt dry. It's just one of those products where you either love it or hate it.
SimplYounique 4 months ago
This product really twist my hair. I love it.
09Sharpe 4 months ago
Hey 09Sharpe,
I'm glad it worked out for you. Some have been saying they like it and others hate it. I guess it just depends on the individual.
SimplYounique 4 months ago
my hair loves it. try usng it without all the other products u used befre applyin it
maybelline45 4 months ago
@maybelline45
I only had my leave-in conditioner on my hair before applying it. I guess this product is just not for me.
SimplYounique 4 months ago
@SimplYounique try putting an oil over your leave in since its a gel you need more moisture under
luvpurple95 4 months ago
@SimplYounique I don't think it mixes well with the Giovanni Direct Leave-In. The product worked great for my hair, I used it to set my twists for protective styling. It had a firm hold that went away after a day or 2. Try maybe using it after a good deep condition and a little oil to seal in your moisture.
Tauries81 4 months ago
@Tauries81 The Smooth-N-Hold Pudding might work better for this type of styling.
Tauries81 4 months ago
@SimplYounique Try using the product w/o the leave in under it. This product may not "play" well w/other products.
MsSong2U 4 months ago
Hey...I use that product to do my husbands hair and we've found that we don't like it either. He trying to loc but it it leaves his hair too soft. I haven't tried it on my hair.I know you don't like the way it makes your hair feel but, your hair looks gorgeous as usual Keri!!!
MzJazzy1Me41 4 months ago
@MzJazzy1Me41
Thank you :-)
SimplYounique 4 months ago
yeah I am not a fan of this product either. I don't want to waste it so I use it on my flat twist or protective styles.
criskai04 4 months ago
Hey criskai04. Thanks
SimplYounique 4 months ago
Did you do a braidout on a blowout with the style in this video?
ahsenerb27 4 months ago
@ahsenerb27
No I didn't.. I show how I achieved this style in the video. :-)
SimplYounique 4 months ago
I have used this product once. The results were okay. I will try again. Thanks for sharing.
thelasonj 4 months ago
@thelasonj
Thanks for watching
SimplYounique 4 months ago
Your not the first person who has said it makes their hair feel like straw. A few of my friends said the same thing but they all have dreads so I wasn't sure if it would be the same on just natural hair. I'm still trying to find my "it" products I'm almost 6 months in and om really just starting to look up to now I've been co washing and using ecostyler. Now I have braids. I was even thinking about using ot to help blend my hair when I do kinky twists but dry and protective styling isn't good
MizHoneyB22 4 months ago
@MizHoneyB22
Yeah, it can be tough trying to find your staple products.. A youtuber named Tonidaley80 wears braids pretty often and she has a home made concoction that works for her. Check out her channel. I'm not sure of the name of the video where she shows how she makes it.
SimplYounique 4 months ago
@MissOlah
Thank you
SimplYounique 4 months ago