My routine is not carved in stone because it is based on how my hair feels/ and my schedule. This is a typical routine that changes according to my hair's needs/seasonal changes.
Prepoo: With a mixtuer of oils [such as coconut, olive,vatika oil] and/or conditioner. I typically detangle in sections as I apply the prepoo or after it has conditioned my hair.
Detangling Tools: Fingers, Paddle Brush* (new found love thanks to 1mits1 on the YT), Tangle Teezer, Wide Tooth Comb (See Detangling Tools Blog).
Detangler: a light conditioner, currently using Tressemme Naturals- I do NOT dilute. I braid it up as I detangle
Washing: Shampoo at least once a week in the same braids. Clean scalp with witch hazel as needed/inbetween washing. Depending on the style I have in, I may rinse my hair/scalp especially to remove sweat from working out.
Shampoo: Dr. Bronner Castile Soap (Baby Mild)
Deep Conditioning: I use a protein/moisture conditioner on a regular and tie a plastic bag on my hair. I use the hair therapy wrap for heat.
Deep Conditioner: Organic Root Stimulator Replenishing Conditioner. Works well on its own, I sometimes stretch the product with oils.
Aryurvedic Treatments: I plan to do this once a month [ last week of the month prefereably] using: amla, Henna, or Kalpie Tone[it's what I got]. I freeze it and defrost with hot water for easy access. I rinse with Tressemme Conditioner- will try shampoo if it's taking too long. I get most out when I detangle again w. leave in.
Protein Treatment: I do this when my hair feels weak and does not bounce back quickly when I gently tug and release. I may opt for Henna or Elasta QP intensive serum or even a homemade egg/mayo mix. When in doubt, moisture over protein or a balance such as ORS replenishing conditioner.
*Always follow a protein treatment with a moisturizing treatment such as Tressemme Naturals and/ or Honey/Olive oil mask*
Final Rinses: Apple Cider Vinegar (I use spritz it on my scalp and hair and massage after rinsing shampoo/conditioner. **Back again** Black Tea Rinse. I steep 2-3 bags in hot water overnight and use as a final rinse after rinsing ACV with water (oprional). I focus on my scalp and pour excess on hair shaft to strenghten it. I DON'Y RINSE OUT THE BLACK TEA-*optioal*.
Black Tea and Shedding:
I get alot of shedding and caffein in black tea is meant to slow down the hormone ADT which causes hair loss/shedding. Do your research. I will update you on my progress.
Moisturizing:
H2O
I seal damp hair with an oil (such as sweet almond or Trex- massage in scalp oil). If my hair is mostly dry after using a Cotton T shirt, I spray with water/aloe mix then seal in the moisture.
I may use shea moisture Leave in on top or use it on its own as a leave in styler [ I like this stuff but will not repurchase after this bottle bc I have alot of sheabutter in my arsenal].
Stylers: I am not big on stylers. I use aloevera gel or shea butter to set my hair. Works well for me. I have tried flax seed gel but it spoils too quickly. I may revisit and make a very small batch to refrigerate.
PRODUCTS I WANT TO USE UP:
NOTE: I have put most of the above products in the bathroom to use for the
next few weeks [I will do my ACV/Black tea rinses weekly]. I will return to my more natural products/products I know are working.
If after a few weeks they are causing irritation, I will discontinue use. I use a mixture of products ranging from commercial, ayurvedic and natural- depends on what works for my hair.
My goal is to keep it simple. I am not one to jump on product bandwagons without deep research/need.
Q: If you have tried any of the above products, how did you find it?
~Akwaaba/Welcome to my Arsenal.~ -------------------------->
Top shelve: contains mostly Tools, accessories
Middle: contains mostly raw material ie. Sheabutter,mango butter/carrier,essential oils, mixed oil, prepoo oil etc
Bottom: Products I can easily grab for regular use, homemade shea butter/ unused products. My aloevera gel is stored here too but not in the picture. Notice the pink tangle teezer. lol
Prepoo: With a mixtuer of oils [such as coconut, olive,vatika oil] and/or conditioner. I typically detangle in sections as I apply the prepoo or after it has conditioned my hair.
Detangling Tools: Fingers, Paddle Brush* (new found love thanks to 1mits1 on the YT), Tangle Teezer, Wide Tooth Comb (See Detangling Tools Blog).
Detangler: a light conditioner, currently using Tressemme Naturals- I do NOT dilute. I braid it up as I detangle
Washing: Shampoo at least once a week in the same braids. Clean scalp with witch hazel as needed/inbetween washing. Depending on the style I have in, I may rinse my hair/scalp especially to remove sweat from working out.
Shampoo: Dr. Bronner Castile Soap (Baby Mild)
Deep Conditioning: I use a protein/moisture conditioner on a regular and tie a plastic bag on my hair. I use the hair therapy wrap for heat.
Deep Conditioner: Organic Root Stimulator Replenishing Conditioner. Works well on its own, I sometimes stretch the product with oils.
Aryurvedic Treatments: I plan to do this once a month [ last week of the month prefereably] using: amla, Henna, or Kalpie Tone[it's what I got]. I freeze it and defrost with hot water for easy access. I rinse with Tressemme Conditioner- will try shampoo if it's taking too long. I get most out when I detangle again w. leave in.
Protein Treatment: I do this when my hair feels weak and does not bounce back quickly when I gently tug and release. I may opt for Henna or Elasta QP intensive serum or even a homemade egg/mayo mix. When in doubt, moisture over protein or a balance such as ORS replenishing conditioner.
*Always follow a protein treatment with a moisturizing treatment such as Tressemme Naturals and/ or Honey/Olive oil mask*
Final Rinses: Apple Cider Vinegar (I use spritz it on my scalp and hair and massage after rinsing shampoo/conditioner. **Back again** Black Tea Rinse. I steep 2-3 bags in hot water overnight and use as a final rinse after rinsing ACV with water (oprional). I focus on my scalp and pour excess on hair shaft to strenghten it. I DON'Y RINSE OUT THE BLACK TEA-*optioal*.
Black Tea and Shedding:
I get alot of shedding and caffein in black tea is meant to slow down the hormone ADT which causes hair loss/shedding. Do your research. I will update you on my progress.
Moisturizing:
H2O
I seal damp hair with an oil (such as sweet almond or Trex- massage in scalp oil). If my hair is mostly dry after using a Cotton T shirt, I spray with water/aloe mix then seal in the moisture.
I may use shea moisture Leave in on top or use it on its own as a leave in styler [ I like this stuff but will not repurchase after this bottle bc I have alot of sheabutter in my arsenal].
Stylers: I am not big on stylers. I use aloevera gel or shea butter to set my hair. Works well for me. I have tried flax seed gel but it spoils too quickly. I may revisit and make a very small batch to refrigerate.
PRODUCTS I WANT TO USE UP:
- Mane n Tail Deep Moisturizing Shampoo/Conditioner/ Afro Detangler (I will use together bc sulfates wash out cones).
- Care Free Curls Moisturizing Shampoo [*New*-Full Bottle].
- Honey Hemp Conditoner ( I have had for a while bc I was saving for summer).Uses:Deep Conditioner /Leave in.
- Avon Naturals Moisturizing Hair Spray (Macadamia & aloe).[*New* Full Bottle].
- Jamaican Mango & Lime Cactus Oil (New formula with mineral oile tc.) [ Full Bottle, uses- sealant, prepoo*].
- Bottle of Jasmine scented Mineral Oil [**New, gift**Full Bottle, May try to wash hair w. it].
- Dry Shampoo (**New** Full bottle, I bought it for the bottle (£1 lol It's an applicator bottle-green.white).
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| Products for next few wks.till finished. After the hennawax is done (green jar) I will use Honey Hemp as DC/Leave in. I will do rinses after washing then apply it. I may even try shea moisture leave in as dc/leave in b4 hand. |
NOTE: I have put most of the above products in the bathroom to use for the
next few weeks [I will do my ACV/Black tea rinses weekly]. I will return to my more natural products/products I know are working.
If after a few weeks they are causing irritation, I will discontinue use. I use a mixture of products ranging from commercial, ayurvedic and natural- depends on what works for my hair.
My goal is to keep it simple. I am not one to jump on product bandwagons without deep research/need.
Q: If you have tried any of the above products, how did you find it?
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| How I store my products w. the exception of the basket in the bathroom. |
~Akwaaba/Welcome to my Arsenal.~ -------------------------->
Top shelve: contains mostly Tools, accessories
Middle: contains mostly raw material ie. Sheabutter,mango butter/carrier,essential oils, mixed oil, prepoo oil etc
Bottom: Products I can easily grab for regular use, homemade shea butter/ unused products. My aloevera gel is stored here too but not in the picture. Notice the pink tangle teezer. lol
Hiyah do you find you can smell the acv when you are working out? I do so find I have to use it sparingly..mostly before clay washes or when my hair feels buildupy and then i have to follow up with some conditioner etc. How do you find the carefree curl? My regime changes as my hair needs changes too
ReplyDeleteHey Stace,
ReplyDeleteI actually wash the ACV out because the smell can be strong. I keep it in while I shower and rinse w. cool water followed with the tea rinse which I leave in. Yes, using it sparingly to combat buildup if you want to keep it in is a gd idea. I don't need to use it every week, but I like for it to get rid of product left behind then I follow w. leave in. I have not tried the care free curl shampoo. I will use it with its sister leave in which I have not used consistently. I will let you know when I find it. It's got SLS-which can work when products contain silicones. Thanks for reading ;O) x
he Ev, i find the smell does linger even after i rinse well. I try and follow up with a strong smelling conditioner or leave-in. I used the care free curl leave in last summer and was amazed by it i even tried in the KT leave in and it was off the chain. I stopped using it when i learned more abt glycerin and the atmosphere but will def revisit it this summer :)x
ReplyDeleteHey Stace, Ya the smell lingers, i dont have many stronger smelling products so I rinse out usually.I will def try the care free curl leave in using the KT method. Thanks for the tip, I havent used it much at all and will try it this summer. ;O) x
ReplyDeleteHey Cedaott,
ReplyDeleteThanks for the compliment! I hope you continue to enjoy the content of the blog and if you have anything you want me to write about, please don't hesitate to ask. ;O) x
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