I did not care for the shampoo and cream rinse because my hair felt dryer and damaged, even in the shower and more so after drying. I definitely needed the styling cream. I have used the styling cream previously as a finishing product after drying my hair with another shampoo brand and cream rinse. I find the styling cream does give my hair, a smoothness, and a healthy feel after styling and I will continue to use the styling cream, but I won't be buying the shampoo and cream rinse ever again, especially considering the high price.