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Matrix Curl.life Conditioner
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Rated a 5

The second of four steps in Matrix's curl-enhancing product line uses moisturizing glycerin and slinky silicones to detangle hair. Thick, coarse hair might not get de-frizzed -- particularly because of ingredients like thickening potato starch and drying fragrance -- and could use the line's Extra Intense Conditioner. Otherwise, it does an okay job defining curls. Beware: It also smells vaguely watermelon-ish.

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  • Member rated it 10.0

    great & smells good too

    by luckylectra (8 reviews)
    I have thin-to-medium thickness naturally curly hair. If it gets too long, the part near the roots straightens/waves itself out from the weight of the curl. I havent attempt to wear my hair curly without product since I knew better, but based on the pictures I've seen, it has the tendancy to get a little frizzy. I end...ed up trying this several years ago as part of a kit with smaller sizes of the shampoo, conditioner, some cream & the hairspray. I fell in love with the line since the first use. This product makes hair shiny, bouncy, and silky with DEFINED, NON FRIZZY curls. Currently, I use it with a dry-scalp anti-dandruf shampoo, but I love it all the same. I recommend the line to all curly/frizzy haired friends. March 30, 2008, 11:51 am

    3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 8.0

    Good

    by pittkelsey (3 reviews)
    I have very curly hair, and this conditioner did a good job moisturizing and keeping the curl in. I loved the scent. However, the shampoo produced build-up, so it is good for short term use while switching products. March 1, 2008, 10:25 pm

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 3.0

    ehhhh

    by erinlee13 (12 reviews)
    i used this a couple of times, didn't do much for my fine, curly/wavy hair at all. i'm not a fan of the potato starch products, didn't read the ingredients until after i'd tried it. i like my hair to separate and flow, this conditioner made it kind of clumpy and it felt drier. February 24, 2008, 9:05 am

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 4.0

    Unimpressive

    by AnnaLeigh (4 reviews)
    I've been using curl life shampoo and conditioner now for a couple of weeks and so far they've been some of the worst products I've ever tried for my curly hair. The scent is weird--like cucumber and watermelon with something else that I can't identify--but the main problem is the conditioner. Even after leaving it on sever...al minutes as it recommends, my hair is left dry and tangled. I don't think I'll be finishing the bottles. August 18, 2009, 7:38 am

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  • Member rated it 7.0

    Pretty good

    by beckyroy (27 reviews)
    I like the way the conditioner doesn't weigh my hair down, but it could use a little bit more moisturizer. I switched conditioners twice a week to rehydrate my hair with a more moisture rich conditioner. My curls stayed bouncy throughout the day, but there are better products out on the market in this price range. August 18, 2008, 11:57 am

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  • Member rated it 5.0

    Another miss for Matrix.

    by RavenLoudspeakr (231 reviews)
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    Like the shampoo, the conditioner smells awful...like vegetables. Anyways, it doesn't moisturize my hair, and seems to exacerbate frizz. It doesn't seem to do anything different for styling curls, either. At least it cleanses my hair, and you get a big bottle for a good price. August 3, 2008, 2:40 am

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  • Member rated it 5.0

    Not Thrilled

    by Shelly396 (27 reviews)
    Maybe it's not intended for those with thick, natural curls. It made my curls way too tight. I also found the scent unpleasant. July 8, 2008, 8:11 am

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  • Member rated it 8.0

    better for making curly hair look straight than for defining curls

    by vwterry (4 reviews)
    This product makes my hair smooth and, when it has a little length at the crown, look almost straight after air drying. It is not very good at defining curls because it tends to weigh hair down. May 29, 2008, 8:20 pm

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  • Member rated it 9.0

    LOVE IT

    by Karen333r (4 reviews)
    I love this product.. Give you a great curl without the crunch March 2, 2008, 2:49 pm

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  • Member rated it 4.0

    Recommendedfor the Curl-Inclined

    by ILUVNJST (2 reviews)
    Didn't work very well for my wavy/frizzy/fine hair, & built up. Smell was fair. My sister has very naturally curly hair, however, & it works very well for her. February 24, 2008, 11:28 am

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  • Attributes

  • Conditioning type: Lightweight
  • Hair texture: Curly

  • Manufacturer's Product Description

  • 4-STEP CURL DEFINING SYSTEM Curls Spring to Life in 4 Easy Steps! Condition and control with every step. Patented formulas deliver the perfect balance of luxurious conditioning agents and long-lasting styling polymers from shampoo through finish to create perfectly formed, frizz-free curls. Step 2- Condition Curl.life Conditioner • Detangles each curl as it moisturizes & smoothes the cuticle • Styling agents continue to define curls & control frizz!

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  • http://matrixbeautiful.com

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