Review: Ovation Cell Therapy System (aka How to Grow Your Hair Faster and Thicker!)

This post has been long over due…. I’ve been meaning to write about one of my favorite shampoo, conditioner, therapy, Ovation Cell Therapy Systems for awhile now, but never got around to doing it. 

For those who have never heard of Ovation (they usually advertise on the radio), it’s a haircare system that consists of shampoo, therapy cream, and conditioner.  It claims to nourish your hair and scalp at the cellular levels to help your hair grow longer, fuller, thicker faster and also minimize hair loss.  And their products are gentle and non-toxic.  So you don’t have to worry if you think you are pouring some toxic genetically enhanced stuff to your head.  And what they claim is true and more!

I’ve been using it for a year now, and I love this stuff.  I can’t use anything else anymore…

I just recently got my 3rd batch of Ovation Cell Therapy System.  So I’ll share pictures of the unboxing. ^_^

The box it arrived in...

In Comparison to the 16.9 fl. oz water bottle.  Ovation Full Size is 12 fl. oz.  You may freak out cuz of the size, but I assure you a little goes a long way and it lasts me 6 months!

Shampoo:  It’s a color intensifying shampoo, which naturally enhances your natural hair color.  It restores your hair to its naturally healthy luster and gently removes chlorine and minerals, as well as dirt and excess oil.  It also hydrates and moisturizes without oil or silicone.  It does not contain synthetic polymers, wax, oil or harsh detergents.  Most shampoos in the market contain wax or silicone which just coats your hair making you think you have shiny hair. And it lathers up really well even with little bit of shampoo.

Therapy:  This Treatment nourishes your hair and scalp with essential amino acids, proteins, and vitamins.  It dramatically accelerates hair growth, reduces breakage and hair loss.  Grows, hair faster, stronger.  It can also be used on skin and nail.  (I put it on my eyebrows too! hahaha, it really works!)

Conditioner:  It’s weightless conditioning formula that combines natural emollients to smooth hair cuticles, minimize flyaways and restore body.  Smooth and soften coarse, dry, brittle hair while minimizing tangles and breakage from brushing. 

How I use Ovation…

I use the shampoo first, only applying it to the roots, work up a lather and this lathers up really well by adding little bit of water.  Then I work it down to the ends of my hair.  After I rinse, I use the therapy cream only at the root of my hair and scalp, massage it in, comb it down to work it to the ends of my hair.  I put my hair in a bun, while I do the rest of whatever I need to in the shower.  You can also, leave this in for couple hours, if you have the time.  Just make sure you rinse it out in couple hours.  It can harden your hair and cause breakage.  I use the therapy cream only every other wash.  I usually leave it in for 5- 10 minutes.  Rinse thoroughly.  My hair always feels like I don’t need conditioner cuz it’s so soft and moist at this point.  So, I use a little bit of conditioner and only apply it to the hair after the nape of my neck.  Or if you were to put your hair in a low ponytail, that’s where I’d start putting conditioner and to the ends.  I run my fingers through it and I rinse right away. 

So now you know how I use it…. Keep reading if you are interested in my experience…

My first encounter…

I first purchased the Ovation Cell Therapy System last year, March 2010.  I was skeptical, but a friend of mine had used it and said she liked it.  Plus they had 365 day money back guarantee.  Everyone on the radio loved it.  They also had 20% off code through KIIS FM Radio.  So I decided to give it a try. 

Why I needed Ovation…

In my 20s, I had strong, thick hair despite all the chemical I was putting into my hair on a monthly basis…. dying, perming, blow drying, ironing, etc… But now that I’m older, my hair seemed to be thinning out.  And it was harder for me to grow out my hair.  I wasn’t balding, but my hair definitely felt lifeless, and thin. The back of my head also known as the crown area felt like it was balding.  I even tried getting clip in extensions to enhance the volume, but didn’t last long cuz I didn’t want to constantly put extensions on my head.  Also, all the split ends were catching up to me from blow drying and constantly putting heat to my hair.  So I had to trim my hair every 6 weeks or so, which prevented my hair from ever growing past my regular length.  

First month of use…

Everyone that knew I purchased Ovation wanted to know how I liked it.  After using it for a month, I told them I noticed the difference significantly.  I was definitely not losing my regular amount of hair. I knew cuz I collect my loose hair in the shower (so it doesn’t clog my drain).  I was losing only half or even 1/4 of what I was losing before!!!  Not only that, my hair felt light yet strong.  My hair was calmer not frizzy even when I didn’t put non-frizzing products AND it was shiny!  And for whatever reason, my hair dried a lot faster…

Three month of use…

By three months, I was getting compliments on my hair left and right.  My hair had grown significantly, and I no longer had split ends! Which led me to not my trim hair as often and in turn, I was able to grow my hair.  When I went to my stylists for a trim and color, she noticed the difference too.  My stylist and her helper wanted to know what I was doing, and they wanted to buy ovation too.  Previous to this visit, my stylist has been trying to get me to do the Keratin Treatment which costs $250.  She stopped asking me.  Because that’s exactly what Ovation does.  Adding Keratin to the roots and hair.

One year of use…

Now my hair is so long, it hits my waist line.  This is probably the longest I have ever had my hair in my life!!!  I get compliments on my hair even from friends I see on a daily basis.  They are also convinced that it’s thanks to Ovation.  I’m not gonna deny. ^_^  And during the year, I only purchased the System twice.  (every six months).  Which is not bad at all, considering that only costs $100 every six months, compared to all the things you’d pay for at a hair salon for a lot more! 

One time I cheated…

The first time I ran out, I went back to my salon brand which costed me about $50 for a shampoo and a conditioner.  The first time I washed my hair, I was disgusted.  I was able to tell, my hair would not be the same!!! It felt squeaky and like there was some sort of wax that coated my hair! It did not feel soft and I had a hard time running my fingers through my hair.  This was strange to me, since this is what I was using before Ovation.  I tried it the second time, and still the same.  I had to go back to Ovation.  That’s when I knew, I couldn’t use anything else…

Improvements…

Bald Spot: I had a tiny baldspot near the bangs from parting it on the same spot.  That is now gone.  All my baby hair actually all grew out and is now covering the baldspot. 

Volume/ Thickness: My crown area is no longer a concern.  There’s a lot of hair there and it’s very thick and full.  I don’t even need to tease it or hairspray it now.  Love it!!!

Length:  My hair is longer than Ever!!! Down to the waist!!!

Split Ends:  Ha! What is that?  I don’t have such things!  Even with blow drying and curling my hair, I have no split ends!!!

Shine: My hair has a natural shine, and no frizzes (which is also from not having split ends).  I don’t even have to blow dry with my brushes.  I can just air dry or blow dry with my fingers and hair is still shiny and straight.  Like I did something to my hair!

In this picture, I just finished blow drying my hair with only my fingers.  I normally have wavy hair, but this stuff makes my hair so calm, that it's actually straight!

And this is how full it looks, once I curl my hair.   A lot of people think I'm wearing extensions...

 

Downside… and the Upside…

The only downside to Ovation is the fact that you have to order this through their Lab in Carlsbad.  Well, you can order on-line.. but you can’t purchase it anywhere else.  And it does cost about $100 for the shampoo, conditioner, and therapy cream.  (but if you use only what you need, it’ll last you 6 months).  However, I think DC Labs/ Ovation is able to give you the high quality ingredients because they are a small lab, not some Fortune 500 trying to make billions while spending a penny.  I truly believe you are getting high quality, non-toxic, gentle ingredients that naturally enhances your hair.

If you order, make sure you sign up with Ovation cuz if you set up for auto ship, you don't have to pay for shipping the next time around!  That's like saving $5-$10!

I know couple of people asked me about Ovation.  Hope this post helps you and make your hair beautiful and healthy! And if you have any questions, please feel free to ask me or call Ovation / DC Labs.  They really answer the phones and answer your questions.  I called couple of times before I made my first purchase. :)