I am so excited to share my tips and tricks on how to manage and grow 4c hair!!! "4c hair can't grow" is what I've heard throughout my haircare journey. These tips have worked for me, and I definitely hope they work for my 4c girlies!!
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Beginner tips for hair care
Prepoo
Shampoo
Conditioners
Hair masks and deep conditioning
The LCO method essentials
Beginner tips for hair care
Consistency is useless without the right products. Here are some beginner tips
You need to know your hair porosity!!! This is a must. Here's a video I recommend you watch
HAIR POROSITY TESTS (Test Your POROSITY LEVELS) (5 EASY WAYS)
The significance of knowing your porosity is to know the exact products that can easily penetrate the scalp and hair shaft
I highly recommend this video
EXCELLENT OILS FOR YOUR HAIR TYPE BASED ON POROSITY!
Split ends are a drag, because your hair begins to break as it grows, leading to no length retention. It's important to trim your hair after 6 months (I do it on my birthday every year though)
✂️ How To Trim SPLIT ENDS on Natural Hair | DO IT YOURSELF at HOME
A little secret, hair grows best when you leave it alone! Protective styles agree perfect for length retention and overall hair growth. I highly recommend mini twists or braids
My Protective Style Routine For Fast Growing Long Natural Hair 🩷
Want moisture? Use the LCO or LOC method, depending on your preference. Liquid, conditioner and oil. Personally, I use the former cause that's what worked for my hair
YOU NEED A PROPER HAIR CARE REGIMEN!! What you must know is it takes dedication to master your regimen. Experiment and choose what works for you. I recommend this video
DO THIS IF YOUR HAIR WON'T GROW FOR GUARANTEED HAIR GROWTH| full Washday Routine + Growth Regimen
Prepoo
This part is crucial if you want length retention. Here are some of my go to products I use to make detangling a breeze
This? I love this. Very good for detangling
African Pride Aloe & Coconut Water Pre-Shampoo 12oz
For my DIY girlie's, just boil the flaxseed and extract the gel using a cheese cloth. Let it cool and use it as a prepoo
Ground Flaxseed (171) - Walmart.com
Another one for my DIY girlies. Soaking okra in water and extracting the gel is also perfect for pre pooing
Fresh Okra (9) - Walmart.com
The gel is perfect. Gives hair good slip
Aloe Vera Leaf (17) - Walmart.com
This video basically summarises how to prepoo
My full wash day routine🤭 #highporosityhair #hairgrowth #hairgrowthtips
Shampoo
Having the right shampoo for wash day is very vital. I highly recommend using a shampoo that doesn't have any sulphates in it
I've been using this product for 3 years and I love it.
Vatika Ayurvedic Shampoo 640ml - Walmart.com
When I'm not using vatika, I use this, because it's affordable and gets the job done
For type 4 hair, I highly recommend this video. It's basically a step by step guide to deep conditioning treatments
STOP WASTING PRODUCT!! How To Properly Deep Condition Dry, Coarse Natural Hair
If this is out of budget, you can always use a plastic bag and cover your hair for ultimate moisture
Heat Cap
I rarely do protein treatment but it's an important step too. Make sure to do this ONLY when your hair needs it. Too much protein isn't good for hair
15 Best Protein Treatments For Natural Hair 2025 ... - That Sister
The LCO method essentials
L- liquid: can be water or a hair mist
C- conditioner: a water based conditioner works best for type 4 hair
O- oils: essential oils to lock in moisture
I can't emphasise on how good this smells. It's light and perfect for high porosity hair
