This post was sponsored by Pantene and Walmart, however, all opinions are my own.
I have been co-washing my hair for about 6 years now. The idea of a co wash is to avoid stripping your hair of the naturally produced sebum that comes from our hair. My hair is extremely curly and anyone with curly hair knows it is very naturally dry anyway and shampoos, sometimes strip out the natural moisture leaving it too dry for even conditioner to fix.
I was brought up thinking that water was the devil when it came to my hair. That the water was what was causing my hair to be dry, frizzy and unmanageable. When in reality it is just the opposite. Water is my friend.
There were too many rules when I was doing research on co-washing and anyone that knows me, knows that I am a habitual rule breaker, and when it comes to routines, I march to the beat of my own drum.
When choosing a conditioner to try for the first time, I look for water to be the first ingredient, I know I will probably get some flack for my next statement, but I don’t pay a lot of attention to the other ingredients, if it has water as the first ingredient (the first ingredient is usually what the product has the most of) and it smells good and it says it’s going to do what I need it to, then I want to try it.
One thing I have learned through my “process” is that you do not want a conditioner that builds up on your hair.
Water has enough alkalinity to cleanse the hair when rinsed right and if the hair isn’t entirely disgusting.
Pantene Smooth & Sleek Conditioner is light enough to not weigh my hair down but heavy enough to keep my hair moisturized. As you can see, it did wonders as far as moisture, my curls are more defined and my hair does not look dry. I love this Pantene Smooth & Sleek Conditioner. 
My routine:
Rinse thoroughly, you need to make sure to saturate the hair. How long depends on how long and thick your hair is.
Squeeze out the excess water.
Apply conditioner.
Wash My Body.
Rinse Conditioner.
Super easy right?
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Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
I get Pantene for the whole family. It’s great stuff, and it doesn’t cost an arm and a leg.
LaDonna Luckey Buis says
Oh wow I never knew that it wasnt the water that made our hair dry. Thanks! I will have to try this method for sure.
Shonna says
I use this same product for wavey hair! I agree they work amazing!
chanelle says
I’ve always been a fan of Pantene, and we buy the big bottles from Costco. I’ve tried many shampoos and conditioners and Pantene seems to make my hair the smoothest and softest.
Alli says
I can really tell a difference in the after photo! I need to try Pantene Smooth and Sleek since I’ve never used it before.
Kelly (@KickingWKelly) says
I do love a hair product that doesn’t weigh down my hair. That is a big reason I love Pantene.
Felicita Moncada says
I have heard a lot of people talk about co-washing. I have long curly hair and it definitely is dry… its probably mt shampoo!!! I’m going to try this next time I wash my hair.
ascendingbutterfly says
I’m not a fan of the ‘co-wash’ thing to be honest, and most hairdressers I have come in contact with both blogging and where I frequent said I do not need to be doing that. I have very fine hair and I try not to way it down, and I am also very mindful of what I use in my hair because I like to wear it straight and sometimes flat iron it when I am going somewhere special and don’t want to take chances with the humidity that day!
rika says
I love Pantene. My hair feel smooth and sleek! They’re very inexpensive
Annemarie LeBlanc says
Pantene is a great hair product and we have been using it for years. I love the formulation they use for their conditioners. It does not leave my hair limp.
Ourfamilyworld says
I love Pantene and I’ve been using it for years. I love how it makes my hair soft and silky.
jmanandmillerbug says
Wow – you got really awesome results! I can only use conditioner every few days because my hair gets too oily but I’m going to try this the next time I need both shampoo and conditioner!
Mimi "MimiCuteLips" Green says
I’ve been a fan of Pantene for a long time. Although I’ve not used their products in some time. I might have to make a purchase and add them into our hair routine again.
Jeanine says
Pantene is great. I haven’t tried this yet though, although I should. My poor hair needs some love.
Paula @ The Tween & Me says
I’ve never heard of this but think it’s a great idea! And your hair looks amazing in the “after” picture!
Dawn McAlexander says
I love using Argan Oil in my hair. I used to constantly use Pantene in my hair!
Jenni E. {Sweet Pennies from Heaven} says
Wow, huge difference in the before and after. I like Pantene, always have. I do trade out from time to time just because my hairdresser said to not just use one product all the time…not really sure why though.
HilLesha says
Pantene is a brand that my mother has always relied on over the years. I have never co-washed with Pantene, but there is a co-washing brand that I have been using lately. I have found many shampoos to be too harsh for my hair, including the ones that are touted as all natural and organic. So, I have found this to be the best answer for my hair.
Shanéy Maharaj says
One of my favourite brands! I’ve been using their products like forever, works well for my hair type.
Fi Ní Neachtáin says
I’ve wanted to try this shampoo and conditioner and now I must pick it up. It looks like it really injected some moisture into your hair.
Rose says
pantene smells so good. My daughter loves it more than any other brand.
Paula Schuck says
I love using Pantene for my hair. I have not tried this one yet. I love how nice your hair looks. I will have to pick some up to try.
Ricci says
I used to use Pantene for years and then I switched brands. Looks like I need to try it again!
Lynndee says
I love Pantene and I have been using it for years. I haven’t tried the smooth and sleek yet though. I will try it next time I run out.
Carin Kilby Clark says
I love Pantene products and my daughter and I use this one all the time. I like co-washing so I can preserve my hair’s moisture. It really makes a difference.
Erin says
I’ve never used Pantene before but I think I need to give it a shot! Your after shot is fab!
aordinarylife says
Love the Pink. This sounds like a great Product nice share.
The Trophy WifeStyle says
I just love Pantene! It’s always my go to when I don’t knew what to buy since I know I’m getting quality!!