PRODUCTS REVIEWED:
- Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Moisture-Replenishing Shampoo
(Available at Clicks and Dis-Chem stores 250 ml: R34.95) - Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Knot-Out Conditioner
(Available at Clicks and Dis-Chem stores 250 ml: R34.95) - Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Afro Moisturising Hair Butter
(Available at Clicks and Dis-Chem stores 250 ml: R69.95) - Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Plaiting Pudding Cream
(Available at Clicks and Dis-Chem stores 250 ml: R69.95)
REVIEWERS:
Beauty Bulletin invited 30 passionate hair naturalistas and 3 hair bloggers to use the Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Range for 2 weeks to reveal whether it made them feel #ProudToBeNatural.
1) Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Moisture-Replenishing Shampoo
2) Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Knot-Out Conditioner
3) Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Afro Moisturising Hair Butter
4) Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Plaiting Pudding Cream
Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Range rating
BEAUTY BULLETIN SAYS:
The Dark and Lovely Au Naturale range is a recipe for rich natural hair and is aimed at South African women with natural, unprocessed hair meaning that the hair textures have not been altered by chemicals or relaxers.
YOU SAY:
“The product smells amazing, and very little is needed for a thick lather meaning it will last longer! It doesn’t contain any sulphates, parabens, mineral oils and petroleum, which cause damage to curly haired beauties.”
– Rebecca Williams, Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Moisture Replenishing Shampoo
“I love this shampoo. It foams up almost instantly and it smells amazing! It’s quite thorough with the cleaning process. I would recommend it for those with dry hair/scalp because it leaves my hair hydrated and not at all crispy.”
– Neliswa Kheswa, Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Moisture Replenishing Shampoo
“A very inviting scent, smells fruity and natural. I left it in my hair for 15 minutes in twists. The texture is smooth like yoghurt. When I combed through my hair, it was easy with no pulling involved. There was no itchiness as I left the conditioner in my hair for 15 minutes. I love it.”
– Charlotte, Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Knot Out Conditioner
“The consistency is quite thick, thicker than your average conditioner, which isn’t a problem. Instead this is great for heat sealing (put on a shower cap, add some heat to open up hair shaft for max absorption). Because it’s so thick you don’t need to use a large amount per wash so it lasts much longer.”
– Chido Dandajena, Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Knot-Out Conditioner
“This is by far my favourite product from the Au Naturale range, my hair has never looked better. My curls are bouncy, looks rich and is so soft. The butter is quickly absorbed into the hair and makes combing it through an absolute breeze.”
– Kerry-Anne Rafferty, Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Afro Moisturising Hair Butter
“It is very thick, immediately softens your hair and makes combing a breeze. You don’t even need to wet your hair for this to be effective. It absorbs very quickly and is perfect for daily use. My hair remains soft till the next day.”
– NANDY MLOMO, Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Afro Moisturising Hair Butter
“I used the plaiting pudding on slightly damp hair and it really made plaiting a nice process. My hair parted easily and I made some nice tight smooth plaits. It was a good texture to work with cause my fingers glided while I plaited.
– Muthoni Kabaki, Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Plaiting Pudding Cream
“I fell involve with the Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Plaiting Pudding Cream on Day 1 of using it. The smell is amazing and so is the feel of the product in your hands. I tried it on a section of my hair and my hair felt soft instantly.”
– Thola, Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Plaiting Pudding Cream