Update: Garnier Fructis Blow Dry Perfector

It's been a week since I first used this product and I've washed my hair probably 5 times. Time to check in!

Over the course of the week, I noticed that the product kept my hair less frizzy during humid weather and relaxed the wave in my hair. That wavy texture was still there, but it was more controllable. Letting my hair dry naturally allowed me to see that the wave and curls were still evident, but they were smoother in texture and did not get frizzy outside.

When I blow dried my hair, I didn't have to spend extra time on face-framing areas that I usually do. Baby hairs were tamed easier and didn't require a flat iron.

When I flat ironed my hair, I noticed that a fair amount of static electricity occurred when I brushed through my hair afterwards. I found that by using John Frieda's Secret Weapon finishing cream helped tame any static. I don't recommend using a silicon based product such as a shine spray or the Frizz Eaze hair serum because that actually just helps increase the static and doesn't actually provide a moisturizing base to the hair. Flat ironing took less time and one swipe usually got the job done. I don't use a special flat iron- I use a Zoe black and white polka dot 1" flat iron that I grabbed at ULTA after my Revlon one died.

So here's the low down:

Cons:

-Smell is less than fabulous for the 20 minute relaxer

-Time increase doesn't actually help relax the hair more, it may just be causing more damage

-Static issues when flat ironing

-You must use heat to get the full extent of this product

Pros:

-Hair is more manageable

-Leave in cream smells good

-Blow drying time is cut short (not by half, however)

-Smoothes hair surface temporarily to reduce frizz

Overall Grade: B-

(Good product, wish it reduced the amount of heat required to style my hair)

Would I purchase this again? Maybe during hurricane season to make sure my blow-outs stay smooth without adding extra product. I would not use this in winter time (due to static issues) and would not use this repeatedly for long term maintenance. This product would probably work best for people with very curly hair who live in humid climates who like to vary their hairstyle from their natural curls to having the option of wearing it straight. I would not recommend this for color treated, damaged, or very fine hair. You also cannot use this product if you previously used a relaxer or product containing lye.