Anonymous Asks:
I was curious about what you thought of the Ojon products, specifically their restorative hair treatment. Is this any better than other products, and how would it work to improve your hair?
The Right Brain Responds:
Ojon’s oil treatment consists of palm oil, fragrance, and a few extracts. It’s particularly interesting because recent research has shown that only SOME oils will actually penetrate the hair. Mineral oil and sunflower oil, for example, will not penetrate. But coconut oil (which is essentially the same as palm oil) will filter deep into the cortex because it is so similar to hair’s natural lipids.
Why is that a big deal? Because the natural oils in your hair help make it flexible and waterproof. Washing your hair removes some of these natural oils. So it is possible that applying coconut oil to your hair can fight some of the effects of this oil loss. Once inside the hair, the oil serves as a re-fatting agent.
However, this type of conditioning won’t have much effect on the cuticle, the outer layer of hair, so you’ll still need to use a good conditioner to smooth the hair and make it easier to comb.
Is it a good value? Well, that’s another question. Any other coconut oil based product should do about the same job and should be much cheaper. Off hand we can’t recommend any specific brands, but look for products that feature coconut oil as the first ingredient. (If anyone has any recommendations we’d be glad to review them. Just let us know.)
Is there anything to their rain forest hype? Well, their rain forest story seems well intentioned but this ingredient isn’t proven to work any better or any differently than non-rain forest ingredients. Coconut trees only grow in tropical climates, but there’s nothing special about trees from the rain forest. So, if you like Ojon’s products and you want to support their cause AND you can afford the $55 for this product, then by all means buy it. But don’t buy the product just because they tell you their rain forest extract is better.
The Beauty Brains Bottom Line:
We haven’t tested this product but based on recent scientific research, the palm oil used by Ojon should penetrate the hair. Therefore it could protect your hair from over-washing. However, at $55, it’s a bit pricey so shop around for other coconut oil products because you may be able to get the same effect for less money.
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beata Says:
i thought id add that it is not palm oil but palm NUT oil which is the main ingredient; there’s a huge difference between the two; one is made from the pulp of palm fruit while the other is harvested from roasting palm nuts
thebeautybrains Says:
Thanks for the clarification. The fatty acid distribution of oil obtained from palm nuts is very similar to coconut oil and can be used in place of it with virtually no difference in chemistry.
meriellyn Says:
Instead of looking for expensive coconut oil based products, I just go ahead and use pure unrefined coconut oil. It’s a much cheaper alternative and works well. Plus you know exactly what’s in it.
Marie Moneysmith Says:
I’ve been using coconut oil straight out of the container on my hair and find it works better than 99% of the other hair care products I’ve tried (and I’ve tried a lot!). Unrefined, organic coconut oil is very inexpensive, too — about $10 for a pound or so — and it works great as a skin moisturizer, too. Plus, it smells like a day at the beach — very light coconut-y scent that fades fairly quickly, but the moisturizing on hair and skin seem to last. Highly recommended!
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[...] says: I was very happy to read your post about coconut oil penetrating hair. I have been using it for a while and feel my hair is stronger than it used to be. [...]
Curlytwirly Says:
I want to try coconut oil as a conditioner, but I’m not sure how people go about using it. Should I use it before or after I shampoo? How long should I leave it on for? Is this a replacement for a daily conditioner, or more of a once-a-week thing?
Nel Says:
I am an African American woman with fine, soft hair texture. I’m currently using Ojon’s hair products and wanted to know if using pure unrefined coconut oil will work for my hair type as well? Ojon’s products are fantastic but I want to use natural products myself and save alot too.
MELISSA Says:
Loreal Nutrigloss conditioner for hair that is curly or wavy lists palm oil. Redken fresh curls have coconut oil and suave healthy curls has coconut oil, are they any good?
Renee Says:
I have been using Ojon products for about a year now. I love the products, but the prices are a bit ridiculous. I was happy to read about the coconut oil~I may have to give that a try before I order anymore Ojon products.
Lisa Says:
I’ve been using the products with much sucess. I don’t find them any more costly than any other good hair products out there ? if you know of anything better let me know
Suzy Says:
Had such high hopes and spent so much money. I much prefer Redken Smooth Down Butter Treat. Rinsed all that sticky, smelly, Ojon out of my hair and put on the Redken Smooth Down Butter Treat. Ojon STINKS!
Camille Says:
I purchased the Ojon line and used it for 3 months. I was so disappointed, I am African Amrican with medium curly hair. The Restorative treatment only sat on my hair didn’t do anything for it. I much prefer Mizani’s products and will continue to stick with it, for my hair, it’s the only brand that wrks as described.
Renee Says:
I’ve been using Ojon products for over a year now. I could not ever live without the restorative treatment. It has made the biggest difference in my hair. I’m not sure I’d give it up for any amount of coconut oil. To me, it’s worth every penny.
Marjani Says:
Hi I have just discovered this website and it is so interesting.
After lots of experimentation, I have settled on pure coconut oil with a couple of drops of almond oil (ancient Indian suggestion) for my hair. I warm it up in a water bath and apply to my hair for at least half an hour (sometimes overnight). Then wash and condition it. It makes my fine, dry, cranky hair full and soft but I use herbal essenses conditioner to get the shine as well. My hair seems soo much healthier now. I use it once a week btw
Jolene Says:
I am an Ojon user… It is absolutely amazing stuff and worth every penny!
I use the treatment every 3 weeks or so and after a color
I use the shampoo and conditioner and revitalizing spray on a daily babsis.
As well as the glossing mist, Volumizing foam every day!
My only tip is to buy from QVC it is wayyyyy cheaper!!!!
michelle Says:
I would so reccomend ojon to anyone who is dubious out there. i was very sceptical when i bought it but was amazed by how much shinier and healthy my hair became after just a days. my hairdresser has even noticed a difference. now as for the cost.. i know it is prob more costly than most BUT it lasts forever, i put this down to quality and also down to the fact of as you notice your hair becoming healthier you actually use less. i have the restorative treatment and shampoo/conditioner.Plus if you buy from qvc and don’t like it, send it back!!!
Annelise Says:
I had a horrifing experience when a hairdresser left bleach on my hair for hours, she didn’t know what she was doing and the next day I had a head of straw, that was breaking off excessivly. I went to Ulta and they set me up with a hole bunch of Ojon products, I spent over $200 on them but within days of using my hair was softer, it stopped breaking it didn’t feel like straw anymore, one of the things I got was the ultra hydating shampoo the big 33 oz size, that was about 9 months ago and I just went online tonight to buy more, yes it lasted that long, all I needed was 1-2 pumps each time I washed my hair, it lathered up very easily. I have very long thick hair, AND I always have had to use conditioner, my whole likfe or I couldn’t get a comb through it, now The ultra hydrating shampoo is all I use in the shower, NO CONDITIONER! My hair is so soft and I can comb right through it! I do use a spray on conditioner afterwards about once a week before I blow dry. I have NEVER been so happy with my hair! EVER!! My near heatstopping experince led me to the OJON products, and for that I am so thankful! I will never use anything else in my hair, it is worth every penny! I never write about stuff online but I am so excited and happy I just had to tell other women how wonderful these products are!!
Mary Says:
I just used the Ojon product this mornng and suffered a huge allergic reaction. When researching the chemical ingredients, two are listed as to be avoided by people who have perfume allergies. BEWARE! One of them, citronoll, is a pesticide. I will never use any product in this line again and I urge others to NOT wear products like this.
JENNA Says:
THE BEST TREATMENT EVEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEER, MAKKKES MY HAIR SOOOOOOOOOOO SOOOOOOOOOOOOOFT i use it twice a week, and the WHOLE OJON LINE !!!
GOD SEND !!
Vickie Says:
I went to Sephora to get more of my carols daughter products and saw the ojon products by the register. I asked the cashier about it and she gave me a free sample of the restorative hair treatment. I am an african american woman with something like curly hair. I always have the frizzies. I used my sample and I couldn’t believe my eyes. My hair was beautiful. The curls no longer looked frizzy. It also made my hair very soft. My wash and go was perfect. I didn’t need to put anymore products on my hair. The down side is that I want more but I can’t afford it. I have to save just to be able to make a purchase. Oh yeah I do use unrefined coconut oil on my hair and I alsO take it. I put it in all my other hair products to. It’s good but not as good as Ojoin. Even when I purchase Ojon I will stil use my coconut oil.
Sasha Says:
I just use plain coconut oil, which silkens and softens hair like no other, and it’s very economical too! I find it quite amusing how people can justify spending truckload of money on exorbitant products like Ojon.
Sasha Says:
Oh by the way, this is how you use it.
1. Overnight deep condition with coconut oil by slathering it on hair length. Then wear a shower cap to sleep.
2. Wash you hair the next day.
3. Lightly condition your washed and dried hair with coconut oil by smoothing whatever amount of oil you feel comfortable to your hair length. Coconut oil gets rid of frizz and softens hair splendidly. I was hooked after my 1st try.
Again, ha ha ha ha to those who spend a lot on hair care.
Marimar Says:
Does anyone know if Ojon is made specifically for ethnic hair?
Luann Says:
Ojon is NOT made specifically for ethnic hair. As a matter of fact, it is shown on QVC with those who have your typical straight, limp hair.
Cat Says:
I was eying ojon, but after researching it, it seemed like the thing to do was buy palm kernel oil- I don’t get the (added) fragrance, but my hair feels great. I bought organic palm kernel oil (along with extra virgin coconut oil and regular palm oil to test as well) from wilderness family naturals. Their sample size (2 oz) costs $2.00. Quite a steal!
thischick Says:
I heard all of the hype about Ojon for a while before deciding to purchase the smallest jar afterI got back my tax refund. It is absolutley amazing stuff. My hair was instantly softer, more managable, silkier and alot less breakage occured. I have the typical African American hair, and I highly recommend it. My mother (who is a natural foods person) had been using pure coconut oil for years and when I used the Ojon on her hair, it worked ALOT better than just the coconut oil.
Danny Says:
I’ve been using virgin coconut oil for the past 6 months now. I use it as internal food consumption and for external usage as well. I’ve tried other brands, but recently the one i’m using now is called Bencoolen. Not only do they sell Virgin Coconut Oil, they are selling many personal care products ranging from shampoo, facial skin care to body lotion with Virgin Coconut Oil as their main ingredient. I found that their hair shampoo, conditioner, and the therapy leave-on conditioner are very good. Do give it a try and visit http://www.bencoolen.com.my to see their range of products.
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boo Says:
Since this topic just got a recent bump, I thought I would mention that I have been using a homemade mixture of 3 parts coconut oil to one part olive oil (EVOO) on my hair for a couple of months and while my hair is indeed very soft and shiny, I have also noticed a possible side bonus. My hair is very fine, and it has been thinning badly for several years. I tried using Rogaine, but it made my scalp angry and I am not a particularly vain person so I just decided that I would live with my ears sticking out through my hair and with the occasional bare patch. Still, it was disheartening to have big clumps of hair fall out while I showered. However, I have noticed lately that I am only losing a few hairs now in the shower. It doesn?t seem to be getting any less thin, but it doesn?t seem to be getting more thin, either. I am not quite sure why this would be affected by the coconut oil (the hair falls out by the root, so it is not a matter of stronger hair being less likely to break off) Anyway, whether it is at all related to the oil or not, I just thought I would mention it as interesting. (BTW, I add the olive oil to the coconut b/c it may help absorption and also because it helps keep the coconut oil liquid)