In 1692, the town of Salem, Massachusetts was gripped with a wave of hysteria that led to the infamous Salem witch trials. The events that unfolded during this time were fueled by the fear and superstition that permeated the Puritan society of the era. Accusations of witchcraft were made against numerous individuals, resulting in several arrests, trials, and ultimately, executions. It was a dark and tragic period in history. The witch trials in Salem were sparked by the accusations made by a group of young girls who claimed to be possessed by witches. Their strange behavior, which included fits of screaming, convulsions, and hallucinations, led the townspeople to believe that they were under the influence of supernatural forces.
Their strange behavior, which included fits of screaming, convulsions, and hallucinations, led the townspeople to believe that they were under the influence of supernatural forces. The girls began pointing fingers at various members of the community, accusing them of practicing witchcraft. These accusations quickly turned into a witch hunt, as more and more people were accused and arrested.
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What is Magic Sleek?
Magic Sleek is similar to a keratin treatment as in it removes frizz, makes the hair shinier and healthier. But, what makes Magic Sleek "different" is that it can permanently straighten the hair or keep curls if you would like while containing volume so it is not pin straight. Also Magic Sleek contains no formaldehyde.
Before I review Magic Sleek, let me give you a little overview on my hair. I have A LOT of very thick wavy/curly hair. It's puffy so I can't even wear it down. It's useless! The only time my hair looks really good is when I get it done at the salon.
So last year, I decided to have the keratin treatment done to my hair before I went on vacation. I did the Cezanne treatment which has no formaldehyde in it. It helped my hair so much, kept it frizz free, decreased the puffyness and volume of my hair a bit, and shortened the amount of time I spent blowdrying my hair which took almost an hour to straighten.
One day I got so sick of my hair that I was just like, you know what, I am going to do Japanese hair straightening. And I was like there has to be some treatment without formaldehyde. My cousin had done the Japanese treatment for a couple of years and she lost hair from it, not in patches just the amount in general. So I was a little scared to do it because I didn't want to ruin my hair. I did research on treatments that would permanently straighten my hair without formaldehyde and came across Magic Sleek on youtube. Magic sleek claims to permanently straighten your hair so you don't have to blow it or flat iron or anything to it but if you want to keep your curls you can. So it all depends on what you want.
Before I had done Magic Sleek at the original salon in NJ, I had:
Cezanne treatment 2x
Magic Sleek at a crappy salon in NY 1x
If you're going to do Magic Sleek at all, I would suggest doing it at the place in NJ which I will link below and here are my reasons why:
☆ You are paying a lot of money for this and want to have it done right
☆ They might lie to you about the process
☆ It's a waste of your time (I was at the salon for 6+ hours)
When I had it done at the crappy salon in NY he was being very cheap with the product, which my hair needs a lot because I have so much, he didn't even give me the Magic Sleek shampoo and conditioner, and he didn't blow dry my hair straight at the end which is what the video on youtube said would happen. It cost about $250.
MY ACTUAL REVIEW OF MAGIC SLEEK:Magic Sleek claims to straighten your hair permanently or allow you to keep your hair curly, frizz free, and shiny. I had Magic Sleek done twice, the first time it went terribly so I decided to go to the owner that created the actual treatment.
Here is how they do the treatment:
(They deleted this video) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vtmhp_YxhLU
**UPDATED VIDEO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6g_NsPakFs
I wonder why they deleted the first video since it shows the girls hair coming out straight in the end. (Which didn't happen for me! )
When I had Magic Sleek done I wanted my hair to come out as straight as possible, and I requested that. They said of course it will work don't worry! It will come out straight and you won't even have to use a blowdryer or flat iron or anything. And they said it will last for about 5-6 months.
So, they did exactly what the video shows to my hair.***What I came to realize at the end of the video where they blow the girl's wet hair straight, is that for me, when they did that, all they applied was conditioner and didn't scrub my hair. They didn't use shampoo. Also, the treatment/chemical was still in my hair. SO, when they blowed my hair after naturally and I'm assuming they did the same thing to the girl in the video, is when they just blow dry the hair, of course it's going to come out straight because the chemical is still in the hair. That is why overtime when I would shampoo my hair after the treatment, it just keeps getting wavier/curlier.
Two days later, I took a shower and used the Magic Sleek shampoo and conditioner. I blow dried my hair naturally and it came out basically straight, but had a little wave to it.
The next time I took a shower, I also blew out my hair naturally. It was wavier. And finally the next time I showered and blew my hair out naturally, it came out wavy-curly and required straightening.
I was pretty upset but decided it was better than not having any treatment in my hair to keep it somewhat calm and frizz free.
I wouldn't say Magic Sleek is any different than the Keratin treatment especially the Cezanne treatment that I had done. Magic Sleek is basically a keratin treatment. Yes I know Magic Sleek was created with stuff from the rainforest and sh*t but TBH it's no different. It was SO NOT WORTH THE $600.
Not only that but they promised me my hair would come out perfectly straight and wouldn't be like my previous experience.
I'm not saying Magic Sleek is terrible, but it does NOT promise what it says it will, at least for me the two times I had it done. It was a good "Keratin" treatment but not worth the money or time.
Magic Sleek claims to straighten your hair permanently or allow you to keep your hair curly, frizz free, and shiny. I had Magic Sleek done twice, the first time it went terribly so I decided to go to the owner that created the actual treatment.
The trials were conducted in a highly religious and patriarchal society, where the belief in the existence of witches was deeply ingrained. The accused individuals were subjected to a series of tests and examinations to determine their guilt or innocence. These tests included the "touch test," where the accused would be touched by the alleged victim to see if their symptoms would subside, and the "spectral evidence," which allowed the girls to testify against the accused based on their visions and hallucinations. Despite the lack of concrete evidence, many of the accused were found guilty and sentenced to death. A total of 20 people were executed during the Salem witch trials, with many others suffering imprisonment and social ostracization. The hysteria finally began to subside when the governor of Massachusetts stepped in and put an end to the trials. The Salem witch trials serve as a dark reminder of the dangers of mob mentality and the consequences of unchecked fear and superstition. Innocent lives were lost and reputations were destroyed over baseless accusations and flimsy evidence. It is a cautionary tale that highlights the importance of due process and the need for critical thinking in times of crisis. The events in Salem continue to captivate the imagination and serve as a stark reminder of the power of fear and the destructive nature of prejudice and ignorance. It is a part of history that should be remembered and reflected upon, so that we may learn from the mistakes of the past and strive towards a more just and equitable society..
Reviews for "The Salem Witch Trials: From Hysteria to Historical Precedent"
1. Jane - 2/5 stars - I was very disappointed with "Pretend witch trial based on the events in Salem". The execution of the concept felt forced and lacked authenticity. The actors seemed to be going through the motions rather than truly immersing themselves in their roles. The dialogue was often awkward and the pacing of the trial felt off. Overall, it did not live up to my expectations and I left feeling underwhelmed.
2. Mike - 3/5 stars - While "Pretend witch trial based on the events in Salem" had an interesting premise, I found the execution to be lacking. The trial lacked suspense and tension, which are essential for such a dramatic reenactment. The actors did not evoke a sense of realism, and the overall atmosphere felt contrived. The pacing was also inconsistent, with some moments dragging on while others felt rushed. It was a missed opportunity to explore a fascinating historical event.
3. Sarah - 2/5 stars - "Pretend witch trial based on the events in Salem" failed to capture the essence and gravity of the actual Salem witch trials. The production felt more like a cheap spectacle than a meaningful exploration of the events. The acting appeared forced and the script lacked depth. The historical accuracy also left much to be desired. Overall, it was a disappointing experience that did not do justice to the historical significance of the Salem witch trials.
4. Mark - 2/5 stars - I was unimpressed with "Pretend witch trial based on the events in Salem". The production failed to accurately portray the fear and paranoia that surrounded the Salem witch trials. The actors seemed disinterested and lacked conviction in their roles. The overall staging and set design felt lackluster, failing to transport the audience to the time period. The whole experience felt like a missed opportunity to educate and engage with the audience about an important part of history.