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LOC Hair Staples !
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items I've been locs for over 5 years and over that time, I have come across alot of products. And I'm finally at the point that I know what works and what I like for my locs. Keep It Simple, is my moto.
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S H A M P O O S
M O I S T U R E & S E A L A N T S
G E L S
S C A R V E S / B O N N E T S, ETC
LOC STYLING - CURLS, TWISTS, ROLLERS, ETC.
SCALP CARE
S H A M P O O S
I've came across some of the best shampoos for my hair - I haven't experiment on conditioner yet, but here's the shampoos that does wonders
This shampoo should be in your top 5 - It smells wonderful and leave her hair feeling clean and smelling good
Design Essentials Shampoo at JCPenney: Hair Care That Shines
This is now my #1 shampoo - sis, I know the price is hefty, but it’s so worthy it. A small amount goes a long way, but your hair will feel soft
Matrix Food Shampoo - Nourish & Cleanse Hair
Try the travel size, to see if your hair will like it - but I’m know you will, so I’m not worried!
Food For Soft Travel Trial Kit - Matrix | Ulta Beauty
One of the best clarifying shampoos. Your hair needs this at least once a quarter
Sulfur8 Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 7.5oz + Conditioner 2oz
M O I S T U R E & S E A L A N T S
Keeping your locs moisturized and sealed with a sealant to ensure you locs stay healthy and strong
Love this spray and now I found a larger bottle - yay! You won’t be disappointed in this scent.
Made For Locs Vegan Rose Water Refresher Spray
My FAVORITE refresher spray, love the same and it has clean ingredients- Black owned !
Made For Locs Rose Water Refresher Spray (Caribbean Vibez) 3.4 oz -Travel Size
give your locs a mist and go - no harsh ingredients
HERITAGE STORE Rosewater & Glycerin Facial Mist 8oz
easy to use to lock in the moisture and smells lovely
Made For Locs Vegan Oil Spray | 4 oz
I would dilute this in a spray bottle with water just so it's not so thick on your locs and it's easy to absorb into your hair
Design Essentials Hair Lotion 12 oz. - JCPenney
Seal that moisture in - and plus, this will last awhile!
Sky Organics Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil for Cooking, 16 fl oz
steaming your locs will add extra moisture an your hair will love it. This is a two in one, facial steam and hair steamer!
KINLITO Facial Steamer with 360° Arm, 40 Min
This is an alternative streamer, yes a clothes streamer. I started with a clothes streamer because of the price of others. This is a great starting point - your hair will thank you!
HiLIFE Portable Clothes Steamer 240ml 700W
This right hereeee - will not disappoint. Vegetable Glycerin helps moisturize the hair, prevents split ends and strengthens the hair shaft.
Make your own simple moisturizer spray by adding half of this and distilled/filter water to your spray bottle!
Make your own simple moisturizer spray by adding half of this and distilled/filter water to your spray bottle!
Seven Minerals Organic Vegetable Glycerin 32oz
G E L S
#1 LOC Gel - PERIOD. I haven't experienced any flaking or irritation
LOCN GEL Extra Hold 16oz - Twists & Locs
#1 loc gel, in 8oz - I love this gel, no flaking or irritation for me!
Loc-N-Braiding Gel 8 oz - Walmart Product Page
#2 loc gel, it's light & still gets the job done. I didn't experience any flaking or irritation
Made For Locs Build — Walmart Product Page
S C A R V E S / B O N N E T S, ETC
Need to protect your hair, with a scarf, bonnet, or a satin pillow case - anything that will keep your hair protected from drying out
Can’t go wrong a bonnet and this is give you 3 different colors to choose from.
3Pcs Silk Satin Bonnets for Curly Hair
Satin pillow cases are chef kiss - don’t have to wrap you hair, just go to bed
Bedsure Satin Pillowcase 2 Pack, Pink, 20x26
Great addition to your bed
Kitsch x Hello Kitty Satin Pillowcase, Queen
There’s different options to make your aesthetic!
YIYEA Bamboo Satin Pillow Cases Set of 2
Love these - this is the only thing that I know will stay on my head through the night. I do cut the end to make a pineapple with my hair instead of keep it closed in
Beauty Town Unisex Stretchable Night Cap Black
If you’re in between retwist, this hair sleeve is a perfect way to look pretty and hide that new growth!
Hairweave Sleeve – Chocolate Brown – Lightweight, Semi-Sheer & Breathable Mesh for Small to Medium Locs & Braids – Durable, Fashionable Design - TikTok Shop
Using the correct towels for your hair is essential. No need to use a regular towel, use this microfiber towel to help reduce breakage. I love it
Umisleep XL Microfiber Hair Towel for Women
LOC STYLING - CURLS, TWISTS, ROLLERS, ETC.
Curls a make ha dance ! Love a good braid out style. These products will her you accomplish the perfect twist, braid out, or even roller set
Can't go wrong with anything from Design Essentials
Design Essentials Hair Mousse 10 oz. - JCPenney
Another good setting lotion - also black owned!
The Doux Bee Girl Collection: Crazy Sexy Curl Honey Setting Foam Hair Mousse - JCPenney
Flexi rods can get you a nice curl - easy to use!
Syhood 30 Pcs 7'' Flexible Foam Hair Rollers
Small curl rods to give you that small gorgeous curls - also easy to use - sleep in them or dry them using a hair dryer. If not dry, the curl will not curl
20 Pcs Small Plastic Perm Rods Blue 0.35"
Larger perm rods - give you a different size curl pattern. Grab some foam/or water to spray your hair!
20pcs Women's Perm Rods Set for Natural Hair
Yea, these can be used on locs - they will be big loose curls
Obeoby Hair Rollers 4 Sizes with Clips Pink
SCALP CARE
Our scalp needs attention to! When it starts to itch, it can mean, that it's dirty and it's time for a wash or it's dry and it needs moisture. I found the most simple and easy formula for my scalp.
Use either distilled/filtered water or aloe vera juice/gel, add in vegetable glycerin into the applicator bottle and there you have it. A simple scalp serum to ease the dryness.
Dry scalp? Mixed with distilled or filtered water/aloe vera juice or gel - use an applicator bottle and anytime your scalp is itching (wash your hair first, it may also be itching because it's dirty) however if this isn't the case, use this mixture a...
Seven Minerals Organic Vegetable Glycerin 32oz
Distilled water is a better alternative to use when making your own moisturizer
Parent's Choice Distilled Water, 1 Gallon
Aloe Vera has many purposes, and one is that it can moisturize your hair. Add to a spray bottle or applicator bottle
Fruit of the Earth Health & Wellness Aloe Vera Drink, 128 fluid ounces
Smaller option for aloe vera juice - dilute and add to your spray or applicator bottle and there you have your own moisturizing spray or scalp serum
Lily Of The Desert Aloe Vera Juice, 16oz
Can add oil or make your DIY serum for your scalp
Aurnoet 6 OZ Root Comb Applicator Bottles, 2 Pack
Use these applicator bottles to make your scalp serum or put your favorite oil
Bar5F Applicator Bottle 8.5oz, Pack of 3