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UPDATED: Hair Care Routine 2025!

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i get alot of questions about how i care for my hair especially after coloring it so much ;P so here are my top tips!
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My Favorite Hair Oils from DIY to Store-Bought

i love me a good hair oil day! when i have time i make my own but when im in a hurry i prefer these :)

 
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idc what yall say but this rosemary oil has helped my hair grow so much thicker! i wont get rid of it ever!
Rosemary Mint Scalp & Hair Strengthening Oil
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Jojoba Oil is wonderful for thin hair girls like myself its not too heavy and i love using this on my scalp and ends mixed with rosemary oil for extra nourishment :)
Jojoba Oil For Hair
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I like to dillute this Moroccan Oil with jojoba oil or coconut oil and apply to my ends for a moisture boost! i also apply a little bit onto my ends and braid it before i go to bed so i can wake up with soft hair :)
Moroccan Oil
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coconut oil is a staple in my house for skin, hair, and cooking! for my hair i just apply raw coconut oil all over and let it sit for 30 minutes to an hour then rinse it out and the shine is insane!
Coconut Oil For Hair
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i recommend getting a hair oil bottle like this one and mixing your favorite oils together for maximum hair benefits! :)
Hair Oil Bottle
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heres an example of making your own hair oil treatment for those just starting out. you can choose any oil that i suggested, or your personal favorites, heat it up, apply, leave on for at least 15 minutes, and rinse for the best hair you have ever ha...
Hot Oil Treatment for Hair
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Hair Masks! DIY and Store Bought

Hair masks are a must for moisturizing my mane and when i have time i love making at home versions but when i dont these are my faves :)

 
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Ive been using this hair mask for years! it makes my hair smell so good and leaves it so soft and hydrated. i leave it on for 10 minutes sometimes even 30!
Moroccan Oil Mask
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been using this mask since high school and its still one of my tops! i love mixing my hair dye into it and applying it when i need a refresh on my color plus it hydrates at the same time so its a win win!
Eva Nyc - Hair Masks
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I love all the shea moisture hair masks but this one if my favorite for repairing damage. it smells so nice and my split ends look so much better after using it :)
Shea Moisture Hair Mask
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another staple in my hair mask collection i love using this one after a bleach session to restore my hairs softness and fix those split ends!
Amika Hair Mask
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for a diy hair mask, this one is incredible! after straightening my hair and wanting to get my curls back i tried this and they came back so hydrated! im hooked!
EXTREME DIY Hair Mask | For HAIR GROWTH & DEFINED CURLS
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for the curly girls who need juicy curls this one is for you! i love using this one on wash days when i need some extra moisture i leave it on for 5 minutes and im left with gorgeous curls :)
Maui Moisture - Hair Mask
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i recommend using a shower cap after applying oil or a mask to keep your heads natural heat in and allow the product to really get in and penetrate the hair :)
Plastic Caps For Hair
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Products I Rotate/Use In Shower!

from shampoo to conditioner these will always be sitting in my shower!

 
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i love using a shower comb to detangle my hair after applying conditioner/hair masks! it makes sure every single one of my strands is getting coated :)
Shower Comb
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I use both the Food for Soft shampoo and conditioner in the shower it works great for moisturizing dry hair and quenching my curls :)
Matrix - Food For Soft Hydrating Shampoo
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i got a big bottle of the all soft shampoo and its been a staple in my shampoo rotation because it makes my hair smell good and leaves it tangle free!
All Soft Shampoo - Redken
 
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I use almost all of the shampoos and conditioners from soapbox but my favorite at the moment has been the biotin for volume and hair growth because i want my hair to grow this year
Soapbox Shampoo
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after dying my hair brown i needed something to keep the brassy orange tones out so i got the brass to sass line from eva nyc and it has been a huge help in pushing back my retouch sessions! it smells sooo good and leaves hair soft :)
Eva NYC Brass to Sass Brunette Conditioner
 
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i had blonde hair last year and needed something to keep the ugly yellow tones away without breaking the bank so i picked up this purple shampoo and i loved it! once a week was all i needed to refresh my blonde :)
L'Oreal Paris - Brass Toning Purple Shampoo
 
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Olaplex is a must have when it comes to bleaching your hair! it was a little pricey but the results are so worth it my hair was fried after so many bleach sessions and i needed a remedy fast! Olaplex came through and has been my secret weapon ever si...
Nº.3 Hair Perfector - OLAPLEX
 
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similar to olaplex this leave in mask is great for split ends! it fixed my fried ends instantly idk whats in here but its magic!
K18 Hair | Biomimetic Hairscience
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THE BEST Heat Protection/Styling Products!

proper heat protection is so important for beautiful, healthy, hair! also my favorite styling products on days that i decide to go natural :)

 
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The redken acidic bonding line has saved my hair and i swear by all the products in the collection! i use this leave in every time i get out of the shower, i simply apply to damp hair and style or let it air dry. no tangles and my ends look amazing!
Leave-In Treatment for Repair - Redken
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a product that does 21 things in one? yes please! a stylist recommended this to me a long time ago and ive been using it ever since. i use it mainly as a detangler, leave in, and heat protectant but it works for anything you can think of!
Color Fanatic Leave-In Spray - Pureology
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this stuff is magic! i spray onto soaking wet hair and it detangles plus speeds up dry time! i also use it as a heat protectant for my blow outs and it makes my hair smell soo yummy no burnt smell!
Mane Magic - Eva NYC
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Coconut oil has so many benefits for hair and this spray is made from 100% i recommend this for my dry hair girlies whether your hair is straight or curly this spray is lightweight and can be used alone or with other products to fight frizz and add s...
SheaMoisture Virgin Coconut Oil Leave-in
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the curl talk line was the first i tried when i started loving my natural curls and so far the spray has remained in my routine! its light enough for my thin hair but the hold is amazing! i like to add a mousse on top for extra definition :)
Not Your Mother's Curl Talk
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mousse is a must for my wash day routine! i love this one because it makes my curls smell soo delicious and the hold is strong but not crunchy like some others ive tried!
Cake Mousse - Target
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Its a 10.. literally! the best heat protectant and leave in for those of us who leave some heat but hate the damage!
It's a 10 - Haircare Miracle Leave-In
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the og hairspray! a must for keeping my curly or wavy hair styled for days without the crunch :)
Sexy Hair Hairspray
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My MUST HAVE Hair Styling Tools!

 
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the best hair tool ever created! makes curling my hair so easy because me and an iron are not bffs.. no more burns!
The Beachwaver Co.
 
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Babyliss Pro is that girl for all things straight hair ;) their irons heat up so fast and evenly and cut straightening time in half! plus the small ones work great for curls and the large ones straighten hair faster because of the wide plates!
Professional Flat Iron | BaBylissPRO
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a quick tutorial in case yall want to try the beachwaver :)
How to use The Beachwaver®
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tutorial for making curls with a babyliss pro flat iron :)
FLAT IRON WAVES TUTORIAL | BABYLISS PRO TITANIUM
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