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You may have seen the compelling infomercials for the WEN Haircare System that promise shinier, more voluminous hair. Nine FOFs tested the entire system (retail value: $29.95) which contains a conditioner, a styling cream, an “intensive” hair treatment, a texture balm and a comb.
Reps at WEN say shampoos that lather use sulfates and detergents and “strip your hair of natural essential oils. WEN’s no-lather products are made from ?“a perfect blend of herbs and natural ingredients,” according to the company. The system “cleanses and conditions without harsh chemicals to improve the look and feel of hair.”
Was this “As Seen on TV” product—a turn on or turn off? Read the reviews, below.
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**Quick take: 7 out of 9 testers would recommend this product to other FOFs.**
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ANGIE RODRIGUEZ – Baltimore, MD
Tell us about the packaging and application. Were these products easy to use?
The box was departmentalized with the conditioning cleanser in one section, the deep conditioner in another section, the styling cream in another, and a wide tooth comb and texturizing balm. There were explicit directions on how to use the products printed on the inside and on all the bottles.
Did you like the fragrance of these products?
Yes, the almond mint was a wonderful, clean smell.
Did the products give your hair more volume?
Yes, and it was much softer.
Was your hair more manageable?
Yes. I noticed a difference with the first use.
What was your overall experience with these products?
I enjoyed it very much. My hair is very coarse and textured, so, I noticed a difference right away.
Have you noticed any other differences in your hair after one week?
Just that it is no longer frizzy. That’s a big plus.
Would you purchase these products for $29.95? Why or why not?
That price is higher than I would normally spend, but I think I would purchase it.
Would you recommend these products to other FOFs?
Yes.
Please rate this product from 1-5 based (with 5 being the best):
5
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SUSAN LEWIS – Dallas, TX
Tell us about the packaging and application. Were these products easy to use?
Love the pump dispenser. The products, especially the cleansing conditioner, are time consuming to use. I’m more of a wash and air dry person and don’t like to spend a lot of time washing and styling my hair.
Did you like the fragrance of these products?
It was okay–not too strong.
Did they give your hair more volume?
I could not see a real difference in volume after using these products. I usually do not use too many products in my hair as they tend to weigh it down.
Was your hair more manageable?
Not really.
What was your overall experience with these products?
These products were too time consuming. They did not offer enough of an improvement to my hair to warrant the high price.
Have you noticed any other differences in your hair after one week?
No.
Would you purchase these products for $29.95? Why or why not?
No, I would not. Did not notice enough of an improvement in my hair to pay such a high price.
Would you recommend these products to other FOFs?
No, unless people are willing to pay a high price.
Please rate this product from 1-5 based (with 5 being the best).
2
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PATRICIA LOCKE – Lebanon, TN
Tell us about the packaging and application. Were these products easy to use?
The package is pretty good. Had to pump several times to get enough product.
Did you like the fragrance of these products?
The fragrance was okay, a little too medicinal, but it didn’t linger too long.
Did the products give your hair more volume?
Yes.
Was your hair more manageable?
Fairly manageable.
What was your overall experience with these products?
Good.
Have you noticed any other differences in your hair after one week?
My hair is slightly improved.
Would you purchase these products for $29.95? Why or why not?
Yes, if I felt I could afford them at the time.
Would you recommend these products to other FOFs?
Yes.
Please rate this product from 1-5 based (with 5 being the best):
4
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ALEXIS MARNEL – NYC, NY
Tell us about the packaging and application. Were these products easy to use?
Packaging was very attractive. Seemed like a lot to read/prep before you could use it. You have to part your hair in four section and apply product to each section.
Did you like the fragrance of these products?
Yes.
Did the products give your hair more volume?
Some.
Was your hair more manageable?
Yes.
What was your overall experience with these products?
I didn’t love it, but really liked it. It was a good experience and glad I tried it. The scent is magnificent.
Have you noticed any other differences in your hair after one week?
No.
Would you purchase these products for $29.95? Why or why not?
Yes, if I felt I needed a change from my current products.
Would you recommend these products to other FOFs?
Yes. It’s a good product. I think for me, it just seemed to take up more time in the shower.
Please rate this product from 1-5 based (with 5 being the best):
4
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BECKY BODKIN – Dayton, Tennessee
Tell us about the packaging and application. Were these products easy to use?
Packaging is great, products were easy to use.
Did you like the fragrance of these products?
Love almonds but do not like almond-scented products so I was worried. I was pleasantly surprised, the products have a nice, natural scent.
Did the products give your hair more volume?
Yes.
Was your hair more manageable?
Overall–yes.
What was your overall experience with these products?
Great. Love the smell, the conditioning, the feel of my hair.
Have you noticed any other differences in your hair after one week?
No.
Would you purchase these products for $29.95? Why or why not?
Yes. Great value, great products.
Would you recommend these products to other FOFs?
Yes.
Please rate this product from 1-5 based (with 5 being the best):
4…probably a 5 when I get my styling efforts under control.
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VERNA CIMPERMAN – Elk Grove, CA
Tell us about the packaging and application. Were these products easy to use?
Yes, I like the pump that was included.
Did you like the fragrance of these products?
Yes, very mild.
Did the products give your hair more volume?
I didn’t notice any difference.
Was your hair more manageable?
Yes, and softer.
What was your overall experience with these products?
I like that the cleaner and conditioner were one product. Normally, [two-in-ones] are oily. But, not in this case.
Have you noticed any other differences in your hair after one week?
Not really.
Would you purchase these products for $29.95? Why or why not?
Probably not. I don’t spend that much on hair products and I don’t think this was that great.
Would you recommend these products to other FOFs?
Yes, if they want to invest that much.
Please rate this product from 1-5 based (with 5 being the best):
4
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KATHLEEN A. RILEY-DANIELS – Minnetonka, MN
Tell us about the packaging and application. Were these products easy to use?
I liked the packaging for the most part. The only one that was a bit messy was the deep conditioner. The shampoo, balm and gel were simple to get out and put onto my hair.
Did you like the fragrance of these products?
Yes, this was a good fit for me. I noticed that the products felt good on my scalp too.
Did they give your hair more volume?
I had hoped for good volume with better control. I did not notice [my hair] being any different than when I use Moroccan Oil or Aveda products.
Was your hair more manageable?
Yes, I did notice a difference. With most products, I am still unable to get a comb through my hair when it is wet. [After using Wen] I was able to comb through with no snags.
What was your overall experience with these products?
I liked the products overall, and will continue to use them until they are gone.
Have you noticed any other differences in your hair after one week?
When my hair is dry, I am not seeing any difference.
Would you purchase these products for $29.95? Why or why not?
If the shipping were free, I would order at this price.
Would you recommend these products to other FOFs?
Maybe. I liked being able to comb through my hair, but is it enough of a difference to recommend the products? Not sure on that. I anticipated better results.
Please rate this product from 1-5 based (with 5 being the best):
3
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JOANNA BAKER – Cleveland, Ohio
Tell us about the packaging and application. Were these products easy to use?
The packaging was good. It was very eco-friendly–not too much excessive plastic and cardboard to throw away.The product was a bit different to use. [You have to] section the hair into four sections and apply the cleansing conditioner to each–but, it was easy enough.
Did you like the fragrance of these products?
Yes, they smelled really good.
What was your overall experience with these products?
At first my hair felt amazing. Softer, fuller and easier to style. But, by the afternoon, I noticed that my hair was looking greasy and a bit stringy. I think it was too much of a conditioner and not enough of a cleanser. I continued to use it thinking my hair would get used to it, but it did not.
Have you noticed any other differences in your hair after one week?
It made my hair oilier.
Would you purchase these products for $29.95? Why or why not?
No. It was obviously not meant for someone with fine, straight, oily hair.
Would you recommend these products to other FOFs?
Yes, to friends who have extremely dry, over-processed hair.
Please rate this product from 1-5 based (with 5 being the best):
1
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TRACEY BYRAM – Alabaster, AL
Tell us about the packaging and application. Were these products easy to use?
Yes.
Did you like the fragrance of these products?
Yes, the products smelled clean and fresh. It was an invigorating scent.
Did they give your hair more volume?
Some volume.
Was your hair more manageable?
My hair was softer and smoother after using Wen.
What was your overall experience with these products?
The Wen products left my hair smooth and soft. They added volume and made my hair look healthy.
Have you noticed any other differences in your hair after one week?
No.
Would you purchase these products for $29.95? Why or why not?
Maybe–they are good products but too pricey.
Would you recommend these products to other FOFs?
Yes–they would be good for all hair types and lengths.
Please rate this product from 1-5 based (with 5 being the best):
5