Disclosure: I was selected for this opportunity as a member of Clever Girls Collective, and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.
I’m still fairly new to the natural world…I’m actually celebrating one year of being natural this month! Going natural was such a big deal for me. Initially, I kept this a secret because I had resisted the natural movement for so long. This was bad…since no one knew I was natural, I had no one help to figuring out what I needed to do to keep my hair healthly. The natural hair market is saturated with products and it can be overwhelming. When Pantene, first came out with it’s line for women of color, I really loved it! That’s when I was relaxed, but it’s pretty cool to see the familiar bronze bottles for women with natural hair now. Because, I was a huge fan of Pantene when I had relaxed hair, I was super excited to try the new Pantene Pro-V Truly Natural line.
I love how this picture came out! The products look gold and shiny! Definitely my hair’s knight in shining armor. I was sent the Clarifying Shampoo, Co Wash, Deep Conditioner, Argan Oil, and the Curling Custard(in order from left to right).
My sister Morgan has been natural for 5 plus years, so I went back to my parents house for her to help me with the wash process. She was very jealous of all my products and begged for them…my other sister in cosmetology school begged from them too. ( I still have them though! Lol)
This was my hair after using the Clarifying Shampoo and the Deep Conditioner. I love how the shampoo smells.
This was me trying the curling custard while watching Love and Hip ATL…this was the only picture I got because I was so distracted.
My thoughts on the Pantene Pro-V Truly Natural products:
Pros:
Clarifying Shampoo: I love the way the shampoo smells. It has a nice feel to it. It doesn’t make your hair feel dry after washing either.
Co-Wash: This is my 2nd favorite product in the line. The co-wash is truly amazing. Being that I’m new to the natural hair community, I had never co-washed my hair before ( don’t judge) . The Co-wash literally made my scalp feel better after taking down my braids and it made my hair feel a little softer, I think. It also didn’t cause product buildup in my hair.
Deep Conditioner: The conditioner made my hair feel softer and prevented tangling while I air dryed.
Curling Custard: I’m so sad I didn’t get an after I tried this! I love the curling custard. My absolute favorite product. I’ve never tried a curl custard before, but I heard they were heavy on your hair and this one definitely was not.
Argan Oil: I only tried this on the hair that was left out with my weave, it gave a great shine.
Natural hair products can get expensive, but items in this collection are $5 and under.
Cons:
The shampoo contains sulfates. This is fine for me, but I know some naturalistas prefer their shampoo sulfate free.
My hair tends to get dry easily, I wish there was a moisturizing component to the line.
I was a transitioner, so I never did the big chop. I’m super pleased with hair growth and progress thus far! Happy Nappiversary to me! So much so that this if my first time showing my real hair on my blog! I’m always wearing my weaves!(This was my hair after using the co-wash and air-drying.)
Overall, I’m pleased with this line. I love that it’s the familiar Pantene line and the affordable price ( I’m tired of $12 shampoo!). In addition, to the “Truly Natural” Hair line, there is also a “Truly Relaxed” line as well.
What is your hair regimen? Have you considered Pantene Pro-V Truly Natural? What about Truly Relaxed?
I like using Pantene on my relaxed hair. Congrats on your one year natural!
Twitter: taylorbrione
on June 12, 2013 at 11:56 AM
Thank you! I used to use them on my relaxed hair too!
Omg, wow! The results are amazing!!!!
Twitter: taylorbrione
on June 12, 2013 at 11:56 AM
They are! I’m super glad they have a natural line now!
Twitter: styleontheside
on June 13, 2013 at 12:48 AM
Cool! What a great review. I’m so loving your hair!!!
xo
styleontheside.com
Twitter: taylorbrione
on June 14, 2013 at 6:33 AM
THanks Caroline!
Congrats on one year being natural chica!! I know it has been a lonnnng journey lol.
Twitter: taylorbrione
on June 14, 2013 at 6:30 AM
Are you being funny Paige? Lol Thanks girl!
Your hair looks awesome! I’m a big fan of Pantene products, too.
Twitter: taylorbrione
on June 14, 2013 at 6:28 AM
Thank you ma’am! I love Pantene too!
I’m so proud of how your hair journey Consway! You know I’m always here to help with any hair questions you need.
Twitter: taylorbrione
on June 17, 2013 at 10:55 AM
Thanks Hal!!
Twitter: Morganlynne
on June 15, 2013 at 7:32 PM
I’m really proud of your natural hair journey., I honestly didn’t think you were going to go through with it.,!
This was a cool review, though.
Twitter: taylorbrione
on June 17, 2013 at 10:54 AM
Girl you know I always follow through! I’m the queen if following up! Lol
Your hair looks awesome! Lately, I’ve been using Pantene Repair & Protect (I color my hair a lot!) and I can definitely tell a difference.
Twitter: taylorbrione
on June 17, 2013 at 10:52 AM
Thanks! I’ve heard about that! Glad it’s working for you!
You look fab! 🙂
Twitter: taylorbrione
on June 17, 2013 at 10:47 AM
Thanks so much!
Twitter: taylorbrione
on June 17, 2013 at 10:51 AM
Thank you!
I love your natural look, very cute. It’s great that you found a product that works for you, it usually takes a while to find products that work.
Twitter: taylorbrione
on June 17, 2013 at 5:43 PM
Me too! I like it it alot! Thanks
Your hair looks great! I’m a big fan of Pantene as well. I love how their products smell! 🙂
Twitter: taylorbrione
on June 18, 2013 at 8:30 AM
They do smell good!
Great article Taylor. I truly appreciate the details you provided about the product and the pictures! Love your natural hair!
Karen~
This Woman’s Words
Twitter: taylorbrione
on June 18, 2013 at 8:29 AM
Thank you!
Happy birthday!! Hope you have a great day 🙂
AddictedtoOPI
Twitter: taylorbrione
on June 19, 2013 at 7:28 PM
Thank you!!
Twitter: onlinewithfaith
on June 19, 2013 at 8:19 PM
Congrats on your natural hair journey Taylor! It’s definitely not easy. This would be my second being fully natural but this time I big chopped my hair and didn’t transition. I’ve never tried this product. I’ve seen in the stores. I have used Pantene before when I was relaxed years ago. I may consider it in the future. Thank for sharing. 😀
Twitter: taylorbrione
on June 20, 2013 at 8:50 AM
Thanks Faith!
Hi everyone, it’s my first go to see at this web page, and paragraph is in fact fruitful in favor of me, keep up posting these types of content.
Im natural as well…I just wear lots of weave… I should blog on my real hair!! Your hair looks nice and healthy.. 🙂
Twitter: taylorbrione
on August 6, 2013 at 10:13 PM
Girl I keeps me a weave! But some people don’t realize, in order for your weave to look right, you’ve got to take care of your own hair underneath!
i really like your hair natural. will you wear your own hair or are you simply addicted to weave like me? LOL
Twitter: taylorbrione
on September 11, 2013 at 5:29 PM
I wear my own hair before I put my weave back in. Lol I’m slightly addicted.