Black Vanilla
Carols Daughter
🔬 Under the Microscope
⭐⭐⭐☆ (3/5)
botanicals. It smells great and feels rich, but it's powered by silicones, quats, and film-formers more than true hydration. Best for high-porosity curls, heat-treated hair, or anyone needing a quick detangle — but less ideal for low-po or ingredient-sensitive users.
💧 Health, Benefits & Quality Ratings
Health ⭐⭐½☆ (2.5/5)
Loaded with silicones, polyquats, and fragrance, this isn’t the cleanest formula. While it’s safe for general use, ingredient-conscious or CGM folks may want to skip it. Includes some drying alcohols and sensitizing fragrance allergens.
Benefits ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
Great for shine, detangling, and softness — especially when curls are dry, dull, or heat-styled. The slip is immediate and reliable. Infusions of rose, nettle, lavender, rosemary, and sage give a botanical boost, even if they’re buried under a thick coating base.
Quality ⭐⭐⭐☆ (3/5)
Performs well but relies heavily on synthetic emollients. The shine and feel are undeniable, but long-term curl health may require a rotation with more nourishing or protein-rich conditioners.
🌡️ Porosity Ratings
Low Porosity
⭐⭐☆☆☆ (2/5)
Medium Porosity
⭐⭐⭐☆ (3/5)
High Porosity
⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
🌀 Best Curl Type Compatibility
2A–2C (Wavy) ✅
3A–3B (Curly)✅
3C–4A (Tightly Curly)⚠️
4B–4C (Coily/Kinky)⚠️
Ingredient List
Aqua/Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Behentrimonium Chloride, Parfum (Fragrance), Amodimethicone, Cetrimonium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Isopropyl Alcohol, Limonene, Nigella Sativa (Black Cumin) Seed Oil, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Linum Usitatissimum (Flax) Linseed Seed Oil, Lactic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Geraniol, Linalool, Chlorhexidine Dihydrochloride, Sorbitol, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract.