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Ogilvie Straightener, For All Hair Types 1 ea

 
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Ogilvie Straightener, For All Hair Types, 1 ea
 
3.5

(based on 59 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (30)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (5)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (3)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (7)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (14)

68%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (13)
  • Controls frizz (10)
  • Lightweight (4)

Cons

  • Strong odor (8)
  • Doesn't work (5)
  • Dries-out hair (4)
  • Messy (3)

Best Uses

  • Curly hair (13)
  • Thick hair (6)
    • Hair Type:
    • Wavy hair (17), Very curly hair (10)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Beauty conscious (13), Product junkie (6), Survivalist / minimalist (5)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

This really works!

I used this product 2 weeks ago on my wavy blonde color treated hair according to directions and it straightened my hair out perfect! I live in a humid climate and had a lot of...Read complete review

I used this product 2 weeks ago on my wavy blonde color treated hair according to directions and it straightened my hair out perfect! I live in a humid climate and had a lot of trouble with frizz but now I can even get caught in the rain and my hair will dry out without frizzing.

One thing I did different was to use the leave-in conditioner BEFORE using the straightener as recommended for color treated hair, then afterwards I used my regular Neutrogena Triple Moisture leave-in conditioner.

My only complaint was the messy time-consuming application process but the results were worth it.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

good... considering (read on)

I have naturally curly hair. Long & thick. Really the only one in my family (from my birth family -including siblings- and my mother's side of the family who has curly ha...Read complete review

I have naturally curly hair. Long & thick. Really the only one in my family (from my birth family -including siblings- and my mother's side of the family who has curly hair). Unlucky me who had the weird genes and got curly hair. HA HA

I've had my hair straightened before by a professional at a salon, but the stuff never stayed. That was back in 1998 or so. I saw results when my hair was wet, but once it dries it's just less curlier. Curls are still there, just a teeny bit less.

So it's like 11 years later and I'm going to try this straightening at home kit by Ogilvie.

Now be aware, you will be in the shower like 3 times washing out your hair. 1. For your regular shower. 2. To rinse out the straightening chemical. 3. Rinse out the neutralizer.

I know the results aren't going to be perfect considering how my hair has reacted before and I know how my hair reacts. My hair is long, thick and curly. So I know whats to be expected.

Let's begin...

I took my shower to clean my hair and is damp (My first shower). I've put the straightening chemical in and I'm waiting 25 minutes for it to sit. I am doing this review as I am waiting since I have to wait anyway. Brushing every other minute or two, since I didn't ask anyone to help me do this. You're supposed to keep brushing/combing your hair the whole 25 minutes.

The smell really isn't that bad. Normal chemical stuff for your hair. The reason why it might not smell that bad at a salon is they might have some kind of deodorizer or some diffusers in the salon.

Okay so all the chemical is washed out (2nd rinse) and I applied the neutralizer which I am supposed to leave in for 5 minutes.

Washed hair again (3d rinse). Let hair dry for about a half an hour. Then I put the leave-in-conditioner in.

So here is what I think.

I noticed right away that my hair was straighter... while it was wet. Cause usually it's still curly when it's wet.

After washing out the chemical, your hair will feel a little rough and tangled. To me this is normal and is to be expected with any harsh checmicals that you put into your hair.

After the neutralizer and leave-in-conditioner, my hair seemed to have regulated itself. It didn't feel rough or tangled.

Ok I'm back. My hair is finally dry (2 hours later), with the leave-in-conditioner in, cause you're supposed to leave it in hence leave-in-conditioner.

My hair doesn't really feel like it was damaged or dry as others may have experienced. Feels normal.

My hair is still fairly curly. The only parts that was 'wavy' was the top of my head (the part that was flat against my head) and my hair toward the back (the layer of hair near the neck.

As far as the top layer of my hair, it just seems like the curls are more uinform. Less whacked. Ha ha

I followed the instructions step by step. Except for the strand test because I'm always too lazy to do those.

Overall I am satisfied, I wasn't looking for pin-straight flat hair as I don't like that. I still want waves and fullness. Will try again in 3 months to see how much straighter it might or might not get for the top layer of hair.

Thank you, Kairalyn

Reviewed by 59 customers

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5.0

Perfect Product

By curlycutie1

from Dewey Beach, DE

describe yourself Product Junkie

Pros

  • Controls Frizz
  • Easy To Use
  • Lightweight
  • Strong Hold

Cons

  • Strong Odor

Best Uses

    Comments about Ogilvie Straightener, For All Hair Types, 1 ea:

    This product is beyond amazing. I am interacial and I have insanely curly hair and this product made my hair almost percectly straight, better than I do with my 200$ Chi flatiron. 5 stars. However, the smell is a tad bit overbearing for those of you with sensitive noses.

    • Hair Type:
    • Very Curly Hair

    Comment on this review

     
    5.0

    EXCELLANT!!!!!!!! A+++++++++++++

    By JOJO

    from TAMPA, FLORIDA

    describe yourself Beauty Conscious

    Pros

    • Easy To Use

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Thicker Hair

      Comments about Ogilvie Straightener, For All Hair Types, 1 ea:

      EXCELLANT PRODUCT. I HAVE SHORT HAIR AND I GET MY HAIR CUT EVERY 2 WEEKS. I USE THIS PRODUCT EVERY 2 WEEKS AFTER I GET A HAIR CUT AND I HAVE BEEN DOING THAT FOR OVER 10 YEARS. THIS PRODUCT IS GREAT!!!
      JUST MAKE SURE YOU COMB COMB COMB YOUR HAIR DURING THE PROCESS.

      • Hair Type:
      • Wavy Hair

      Comment on this review

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      1.0

      Horrible Product - Hair Loss

      By Kat

      from Toledo, OH

      describe yourself Minimalist

      Pros

        Cons

        • Heavy
        • Sticky

        Best Uses

          Comments about Ogilvie Straightener, For All Hair Types, 1 ea:

          Do not use thsi product it left bald spots on my head after 5 minutes. This should be pulled from shelves

          • Hair Type:
          • Wavy Hair

          Comment on this review

           
          5.0

          Great Product

          By Roseann

          from New Jersey

          Pros

          • Easy To Use

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Curly Hair

            Comments about Ogilvie Straightener, For All Hair Types, 1 ea:

            I have been relaxing my hair since I was 16 years old, I am now 60. I had professionals do it for $100+, but this product works just as good for far less. I color my hair, so you MUST follow the directions. My hair is very curly (bride of Frankenstein curly) and this products works fine for me. I straighten in April when it starts getting humid and Ogilvie works for me all summer until my roots grow and the curliness returns. I live near the ocean & love the beach, my hair remains frizzles and silky smooth with this product. I only straighten once a year because it can and will damage your hair. Your hair should be in good condition before you straighten. Great product

            • Hair Type:
            • Very Curly Hair

            Comment on this review

             
            1.0

            Do NOT USE THIS PRODUCT!!!!!

            By Mom of 1

            from Annapolis MD

            describe yourself Product Junkie

            Pros

            • NONE

            Cons

            • My hair fell out

            Best Uses

              Comments about Ogilvie Straightener, For All Hair Types, 1 ea:

              I followed the instructions and the "suggested uses" from the pictures on the box. As soon as I applied the straightening lotion and started combing it though my hair, it started to fall out in hand fulls! I had to call my professional hair stylist who insisted that I come over to his salon. He then had to treat my hair to bring up the PH level and then had to cut all of my hair off because it was so damaged and broken off all over my head.
              I have NO IDEA why this product is on the market!

              • Hair Type:
              • Wavy Hair

              Comment on this review

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              1.0

              It only made my hair worse than ever

              By Naomi

              from San Francisco, CA

              describe yourself Product Junkie

              See all my reviews

              Pros

                Cons

                • Doesn't Work
                • Dries-Out Hair
                • Makes hair stiff
                • Melted hair
                • Messy

                Best Uses

                • Never

                Comments about Ogilvie Straightener, For All Hair Types, 1 ea:

                I am very upset at myself that I tried this product!!

                I followed all the instruction correctly, but it left my hair extremely weak and brittle now. My hair is now extra frizzy I canNOT run out the door with this hair! My hair started to melt while I was still applying the product on my hair.
                I want to save some people from trying this product. For me, it was waste of money, time, and my entire hair!! I just wanna cry :(

                f.y.i. My hair was not chemically treated and I have asian hair.

                • Hair Type:
                • Wavy Hair

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                4.0

                Good product

                By Hair Happy

                from Myrtle Beach, SC

                describe yourself Beauty Conscious

                Pros

                  Cons

                  • Strong Odor

                  Best Uses

                  • Curly Hair

                  Comments about Ogilvie Straightener, For All Hair Types, 1 ea:

                  Have used this product for years to control my wavy/frizzy hair. This product is convenient since it's for home use and also good because you control the amount of time it's on your hair (and therefore the level of straight you want). This product is good for my fine but unmanageable hair. It gives me the control over my style without having to go to a salon. Although the product smell has gotten better over the years, it's still a bit strong, but don't let that stop you from trying it.

                  • Hair Type:
                  • Wavy Hair

                  Comment on this review

                   
                  5.0

                  Works great

                  By KD

                  from Cranford NJ

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Easy To Use

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Curly Hair

                    Comments about Ogilvie Straightener, For All Hair Types, 1 ea:

                    Works welll and keeps hair straight for a long time

                    • Hair Type:
                    • Very Curly Hair

                    Comment on this review

                     
                    5.0

                    Works Great!

                    By Eva

                    from Kansas City

                    describe yourself Beauty Conscious

                    See all my reviews

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Controls Frizz
                    • Easy To Use
                    • Lightweight

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Thicker Hair

                      Comments about Ogilvie Straightener, For All Hair Types, 1 ea:

                      This straightener works better than any salon straightening I have had done. I have very thick wavy hair, that has a tendency to be a little frizzy and bulky. This straightened my hair without taking away body and did not leave my hair flat and unnatural. My hair dries more quickly and has not lost it's shine. It was easy to do...I will use this again!

                      • Hair Type:
                      • Wavy Hair

                      Comment on this review

                      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                       
                      5.0

                      cant live without it!!!

                      By Crazy Caroline

                      from new york city

                      describe yourself Beauty Conscious

                      See all my reviews

                      Pros

                      • Controls Frizz
                      • Easy To Use

                      Cons

                      • Strong Odor

                      Best Uses

                      • Curly Hair

                      Comments about Ogilvie Straightener, For All Hair Types, 1 ea:

                      it worked great, i love my hair now, just make sure to conditioned your hair properly after.

                      • Hair Type:
                      • Very Curly Hair

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