Did you guys hear about this shenanigans? My first reaction was utter shock, for some reason even though I never purchased not one bottle of this stuff I held the line in the highest regard.
Then my second reaction was, how? What in the world could they have in that stuff that could cause massive clumps of peoples hair to fall out; While at the same “curing all scalp issues” according to the infomercial?
Of course I had to get to the bottom of this, what could Chaz Dean have done? And does he know that I actually recommended his product to my mother?
According to word on the street, there is a class action lawsuit that has been filed in California in the Summer of last year. The suit is against Guthy-Renker who is the parent company of WEN.
According to the details of the suit the WEN Cleansing Conditioner specifically causes hair loss and if you are smart enough to stop using it, your hair continues to fall until there is literally nothing left.
That might be a bit dramatized but I promise you its only a ‘bit’. The suit was filed but Amy Friedman who happens to be a medical nurse practitioner from Florida.
She was sold like many of us by the WEN infomercial and took the plunge purchasing the conditioner. According to the details:
“Within two weeks of beginning use of her WEN Cleansing Conditioner, [she] began losing substantial and abnormal amounts of hair [and] the hair loss continued for approximately three more weeks [and she] lost one quarter to one third of the hair on her head.”
Amy is suing the company for her hair loss. When you add the emotional toll this must have had on her, it could be a pretty hefty bill for the “all natural” product company.
Phoenix McGee says
I was going to purchase some myself but after checking out their fb page, I changed my mind. Nothing but complaints. I’ll stick to the stuff I know.
Markisha Tingle says
I don’t think co washing should be done all the time im sticking with washing with shampoo and conditioner
Jamila Kelly says
hmm…I always wanted to try this xx;
Alejandra Montanez says
I tired this, and the first time I used it my hair clumped up really bad and came out. Tried it again and it didn’t. Not sure why, but I asked for my money back lbs
Mia Jernigan says
I’ve never had any problems when i used it
Sherry Jones says
Yep, true my hair is thin as paper and continues to fall out gotta get some keranique. Rogaine or yeast infection cream something to stop it but stay away from Chaz,!
Julie R Salazar says
I have tried wen hair products which did nothing for my hair. Breakage and shedding continued until I stopped using it and started weekly natural deep hair mask and following other natural hair technics that has improved my overall hair health. Now practically no breakage and experiencing grow. Reading and learning from this blog and watching others, like Curly Nikki and Urban Bush Babes has literally saved my hair. Can’t thank you guys enough. Try their natural remedies you won’t be disappointed????
Chanelle Coleman says
I tried this mess… Didn’t make my hair fall out but my hair never felt clean! It was limp like I had buildup on it
Katelyn Mae Ripleyy says
I always wanted this. thought it would be some miracle for my hair. glad my finances kept me from purchasing. lol.
Teesannointedhands Tanisha says
What
Brittney Price says
Brandi Brooks thanks it would suck to pay for $50 shampoo and have your hair fall out. . .it did make my hair look and feel bomb though. .
LaKecia Jabberwocky Smith says
Everything is not meant for everyone, I wanted to try it, still might but this makes me think twice before spending the money
TashJaé Scales says
It’s been doing that for years! lol
J'Leaha Kalitta says
It made my hair fall out.. at first I thought that it was normal. I always lose hair in the shower. But then I realized it was more than normal. I stopped using it and my hair is a lot thinner than it used to be.. 🙁
Hindala Jones says
I think I saw this stuff in the dollar tree???
Shyanne Bambino says
No
Brick ByBoring Brick says
Highly doubt it lol
Alexandra Hicks says
Nothing new. 2 of my friends with different hair types both lost a lot of hair. It matted up her hair the first time!
Carla D. says
I’ve used Wen on natural hair for 3 years with no hair loss
Carla D. says
I’ve used Wen on natural hair for 3 years with no hair loss
Cedra Strickland Theobald says
I hated it as a cowash but like it as a leave in.
Courtney Arrington White says
I use this (I’m black) and my hair grew past the middle of my back and I have “Om Fu Fu” hair.
April Griffin says
Smh. Never read a bad review.
Courtney Gray says
I only use it if im gonna straighten my hair
Lynn DeCosta says
hmmm the very 1st time I used it I had issues cause I didn’t follow the instructions after all it’s not a shampoo it’s a cleanser when it was time for another wash I followed the instructions love love love it
Sheree RowellArmstead-Morgan says
I read an article last month about it. I used it at one time. I won’t be buying it again.
Sheree RowellArmstead-Morgan says
There is suppose to be a class action lawsuit on this product. If they win, WEN, will be bankrupt. He is doing an hour long infomercial. He needs money!
Lafamilia Jewel says
My coworker is his best friend but needless to say she don’t even use it! #TERRIBLE
Sharmaine Lavender says
It happened to me. So for all those who say it won’t, just give it some time. I had to do the big chop because of it. The way it fell out was insidious.
Lee says
I think over ten years is long enough, don’t you?
Lee says
I think over ten years is long enough, don’t you?
Dominique Mayfield says
It makes your hair feel dry and stiff to me. Its terrible in my opinion.
Carmella McCoy says
Just as I was about to go in my purse.
Shyanne Bambino says
Been using this for 1year never had a problem but everyone has different types of hair so to each their own
Christy Thornton says
Tried it, loved it, wanted cheaper, returned to it.
Nichole Turpin says
Probably depends on the hair type like any other system.’
Sharonda Cannon says
I have been using WEN for years and i have never had a problem! Does great things for my hair and scalp. Speaking for myself it’s great on my hair!
Rachael Christopher says
Say whert!!!!
Virginia Purvis says
Wow
Candleabra Effervescence says
I have not heard a good thing about this product
Lee says
You just did.
Lee says
You just did.
Linda Cushman says
Oh SNAP!
Rakkel says
I used WEN once and my hair started falling out in clumps. That was my first and last time using WEN. I wouldn’t recommend WEN to a dog !
Rakkel says
I used WEN once and my hair started falling out in clumps. That was my first and last time using WEN. I wouldn’t recommend WEN to a dog !
Lee BerklinGaynor says
I’ve been using WEN for over 10 years and haven’t had a day that I lost hair from using it. I started WEN while I had a relaxer in my hair without any adverse effects. I stopped using a relaxer a little over a year ago while still using WEN agony still no adverse effects. My hair is still growing, after the Big Chop, and all the new products I’ve added to my regimen. So maybe some people have had a bad reaction, but I haven’t and I’m not going to stop using it now.
Lee BerklinGaynor says
I’ve been using WEN for over 10 years and haven’t had a day that I lost hair from using it. I started WEN while I had a relaxer in my hair without any adverse effects. I stopped using a relaxer a little over a year ago while still using WEN agony still no adverse effects. My hair is still growing, after the Big Chop, and all the new products I’ve added to my regimen. So maybe some people have had a bad reaction, but I haven’t and I’m not going to stop using it now.
Leah James says
I’ll stick with Cantu Shea Butter organic Shea Butter and olive oil . My hair loves natural oils and Shea Butter . It hates commercial products with chemicals .
Leah James says
I’ll stick with Cantu Shea Butter organic Shea Butter and olive oil . My hair loves natural oils and Shea Butter . It hates commercial products with chemicals .
A.Hill says
I order WEN in 2011 I place an order for the fig conditioner that was recommended for black hair (im all natural) I didn’t notice any hair loss but I started getting a bad rash on my neck. I got it to go away but after using product again rash come back so I figured it was something in it I had a reaction too. So I re order but this time I order the oringal condish (order the almond) and again after using product rash return..I stopped using WEN completely.. Not worth itching all day and neck looking a hot mess.. Use Shea Moisture products or other natural products.
A.Hill says
I order WEN in 2011 I place an order for the fig conditioner that was recommended for black hair (im all natural) I didn’t notice any hair loss but I started getting a bad rash on my neck. I got it to go away but after using product again rash come back so I figured it was something in it I had a reaction too. So I re order but this time I order the oringal condish (order the almond) and again after using product rash return..I stopped using WEN completely.. Not worth itching all day and neck looking a hot mess.. Use Shea Moisture products or other natural products.
chinyere says
I used Wen on and off for years with no problems. Every product doesn’t work for every person. Wen is one of those products where you either love it or you don’t. You have to use it to find out if it works for you. You can’t really go by someone else’s opinions.
chinyere says
I used Wen on and off for years with no problems. Every product doesn’t work for every person. Wen is one of those products where you either love it or you don’t. You have to use it to find out if it works for you. You can’t really go by someone else’s opinions.
MsCurlyKat says
A few years ago I had a Wen starter kit, the cleansing conditioner, I think a deep conditioner, and a styling mist or something. I used it a couple times, and was glad the product was small sized, as I was not impressed. It wasn’t until much later that I read page upon page of horror about hair loss. I think I dodged a bullet, my hair is thinning on its own and doesn’t need any help.
MsCurlyKat says
A few years ago I had a Wen starter kit, the cleansing conditioner, I think a deep conditioner, and a styling mist or something. I used it a couple times, and was glad the product was small sized, as I was not impressed. It wasn’t until much later that I read page upon page of horror about hair loss. I think I dodged a bullet, my hair is thinning on its own and doesn’t need any help.