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Healthy Hair Products | Routine
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items I've had long hair for most of my life and taking care of it seems like a full-time job...but I love it. I enjoy the process, as well as styling it. My hair is on the thicker side, length is past my lower back, low porosity with 2c curls. I usually f...
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1 step: Figuring out your hair type
Washing & conditioning
Additional SOS
Hair Styling Items
1 step: Figuring out your hair type
Low porosity? High porosity? Medium porosity…2c, 3c curls?! What language is this?! The article below does a great job at breaking it down and what to do to figure it out!
First things first, know what type of hair you have to effectively care for it. This site does a good job explaining.
Hair Porosity Test: What's Your Hair Porosity? | AFAM
Figuring out your curl type is important so you can care for them appropriately. Applying heavy products on light curls/finer or thin hair will weigh it down. Applying light products on a a tighter curl and more thick or coarse hair will no be enough...
This Is the Simplest Way to Figure Out Your Curl Type
Washing & conditioning
Once you know how your hair absorbs and retains moisture/products- it'll be easier to purchase products that best suit you and how to properly apply them. You'll find some of the products I've used so far and have not failed!
CURRENT shampoo & conditioner: leaves my hair pillowy soft and my curls bouncy! This is my go to washing product and the accompanying conditioner.
Moisture rich shampoo – EWG VERIFIED
I absolutely love this line of hair care! It's leaves my hair feeling soft, light and not stringy.
Hair Care - Shampoo
I've been using it for about 2 weeks now (hair, brows & lashes). My lashes and brows are thankful! They look darker, healthier and shinier! Waiting to see full results on my hair & so looking forward to it. So far, I've noticed a bouncier cur...
Sky Organics Castor Oil - Volumizing Hair Oil 8oz
Giving my hair some extra TLC with a hair mask every other week.
ATTITUDE Repairing Hair Mask with Oils, 5 Fl Oz
This product is advertised for kids...BUT it most definitely works for my hair too. Additionally, it smells so good! No need to wash it out after detangling.
Honest Company Conditioning Hair Detangler 4oz
All natural ingredient moisturizing hair mask! Leaves your hair very soft and helps you detangle after shampooing.
Majestic Pure Avocado & Coconut Hair Mask 16oz
Additional SOS
Washing, conditioning and oil/scalp treatments are just part of my hair care. Below are some products I use as part of my routine.
DIY Aloe vera hair mask! I've done this once a month before. Definitely make sure you are not allergic by testing a small area first. If you have low porosity hair, make sure you steam your hair first to maximize absorption and effectiveness.
Aloe Vera Hair Mask: Benefits, Uses & 4 DIY Recipes - Luxy® Hair
TRIM! I trim my hair every 3-4 months to keep my ends from being dull as well as promote hair growth.
YUQGAOP Professional Stainless Hair Scissors Set
I use the the larger size to accommodate my long hair. I use it every night to protect my hair from friction against my sheets/pillowcase (I move a lot).
Silk Hair Bonnets For Sleeping
I have this pillowcase in the beige leopard print. It has a very soft and silky feel.
Satin Pillowcase in Ivory
These scalp massagers are helpful in stimulating the roots & removing any buildup on your scalp. If you are applying an oil or treatment on your scalp, using the massager will be more effective when applying the product.
Fiora Naturals Silicone Scalp Massager Brush
Applying a lightweight oil after styling your hair or while letting it air dry, will help keep it shiny, keep the fly-aways down and retain its shape.
Moroccanoil Treatment Light
Make sure to use a snug fitting shower cap when you leave in your conditioner or hair treatment.
Years Calm Reusable Waterproof Shower Cap, Pink
Using satin scrunchies decreases hair damage and breakage.
scunci Classic Comfort Mini Satin Scrunchies - Pinks/Tans - All Hair - 5pcs
Inexpensive small steamer to help open up hair cuticle. You could always use the steam by running hot water also 😉
BLACK+DECKER Compact Handheld Steamer HGS012P
Makes life easier when styling my curly hair!
Kitsch Continuous Spray Bottle for Hair, 5 oz
LASHES/BROWS: Keep these handy for your eyelashes and eyebrows for applying castor oil.
Sinen 3pcs 10ml Empty Mascara Tubes w/ Inserts
Hair Styling Items
Sometimes my hair needs a nudge in the right direction when trying sleek and chic hairstyles. Below are a few items I use from time to time.
I try not to use a lot of gel or hair spray- but sometimes a girl's gotta do what she's gotta do! Postpartum has my baby hairs going in all sorts of direction except staying down! Using clean ingredients is extremely important to me and this line off...
INNERSENSE Organic Beauty Natural Hold Gel 2oz
When using these, make sure your hair is slightly damp (more dry than wet) in order for your hair to retain the shape better. You can add a light hold gel/cream as well to enhance the curls.
Kitsch Satin Heatless Curling Rod 6pcs
I use these (like all the time!) when I'm seeking volume! Because why not?!
Kitsch Ceramic Thermal Hair Rollers - 8pcs Black
This wooden brush really does the trick when you blow out your hair. If I'm running out of time, I use this brush along with my Conair Ceramic plate hair straightener. Achieves a blowout look!
BESTOOL 2.8" Boar Bristle Round Hair Brush
When my original one stopped working, I was devastated! I had it for well over 8 years, so she did her job and then some. I keep straightening to a minimum due to the friction and heat on my hair, but if you routinely maintain your hair, you should b...
CONAIR INFINITIPRO Tourmaline Ceramic Flat Iron 2"
Clips are absolutely necessary when you're trimming (to avoid any accidental cuts) and styling your hair.
HH&LL Wide Teeth Double-Hinged Hair Clips
I use these at the roots of my hair when I want to keep some volume in my curl/wave. Place them close to the root, lifting it up and securing in place- leave to the last moment possible, and voila…VOLUME!
YIERSO 8 Pcs No Bend No Crease Hair Clips
Another way to create curls/waves in your hair is by using these alligator clips. If you use it with semi damp hair, spritz some hair spray along the section of hair, roll into a curl and clip. Likewise, if using a curling wand, once the curl is set,...
Alligator Hair Clips 210 PCS Silver Metal