I was excited to receive several items from EdenFantasys. I was looking forward to trying this Terme Tresses Conditioner by Principessa Beauty. The conditioner, a thick, white, creamy lotion, is packaged in a soft plastic bottle with a screw-on cap. There is a small indentation indicating where to press so that a small rectangular hole pops up and you can easily dispense the amount of conditioner you want.

I do not have the Terme Tresses shampoo, but I wish I had ordered some. I like to use products from the same line. It may just be me, but I think that products that are similar to each other boost their effectiveness. After I shampooed and rinsed (twice, as is my usual routine) I towel dried my hair and applied about a tablespoon of conditioner. My hair is short, coming just to the bottom of my ears. It is also very, very thick, finely textured and dark. The amount of conditioner that you need will vary depending on the length, thickness and texture of your hair.

The bottle has very simple and clear instructions as to how you use this conditioner. It does not indicate how much product to use, but you are to massage this onto your hair and leave it in place for 1 to 5 minutes. The amount of time needed is based on "desired results." After the conditioner has been on your hair for the recommended time you need to rinse it off thoroughly with water.

According to the bottle, this conditioner will "detangle, condition and hydrate parched hair," as well as "moisturize and tame" your hair without adding weight. It should leave your hair feeling, soft, silky and shiny. This is pretty much what all conditioners on the market claim their conditioners will do for your hair.

I love my hair and I am very fussy and lucky at the same time. I am lucky because I was born with very thick and moderately curly hair. People always comment on how nice my hair is and are surprised that it is all natural. I like to wash, rinse, condition, rinse and go. Sometimes I brush or comb my hair, and sometimes I just run my fingers through it to give it a messy sort of look. I rarely blow dry and I get it trimmed every 2 to 3 months (I am trying to grow it long). I do need to use conditioner to detangle (I do not want split ends or broken hair shafts) and moisturize (my hair can be dry and it has much static cling).

I told you about my hair and expectations for the conditioners I use. This conditioner is great. It leaves my hair soft and shiny, and while wet or dry I was able to run a comb through it without any resistance. It is thicker than most conditioners and I wonder if it will clog the small hole in the cap. If it does, it will not be a problem because the entire cap is easily removable. That will be handy when I am down to the last few drops so I can add some warm water, shake and apply. I don't like to waste things.

The scent is not strong and is pleasant. It is not flowery, citrusy, or spice-y. It has a soapy, clean scent. If it were a perfume, I would love it in the morning when I am getting ready for the day. At night when I want to be sexy, I would not choose this scent. It did not last long on my hair and once it was dry neither I nor my partner could smell anything.

I have used it twice and I really do notice my hair feeling soft and looking shiny. BUT, the jackpot question is this: "Is 12 ounces of conditioner worth $25.99?" I like this conditioner; I like the pretty pink and white bottle, and I feel special using it. It is a splurge, but all in all, a not too pricey splurge. I plan to continue to use this and will order some Terme Tresses shampoo when it is in stock.

I still love this hair conditioner from Principessa. I have been trying out many products from Principessa Beauty, and none have let me down. They all would make great Mother's Day gifts, and I am sure any Mom would be happy to receive these.