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**Must Haves*** for Bleached Type 4 Natural Hair
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items I went through the trial and errors so you would not have to. I bleached my hair myself a year ago because was bored with my hair. I struggled with keeping my hair moisturized. **Enters ChatGPT** So I asked the chat box to help me curate a routine an...
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Washing Process
Hair maintenance
Hair tools
Washing Process
Tips: Because my hair was dyed pink the rec was not shampoo every week unless your scalp really needs it. Also to, replace the moisturizing mask with a light protein or bond-repair treatment since your ends were bleached. This helps maintain strength...
This was a game changer for me, I use it in replace of a conditioner and this has really helped prevent breakage during my wash days.
Shea Moisture Intensive Hydration Hair Masque
This is another option of an intensive conditioner to restore that moisture in your hair shaft.
Mielle Organics Babassu & Mint Deep Conditioner
This was the first recommendation and noted as the BEST CHOICE. Extremely moisturizing, Great for dry, color-treated 4C hair Leaves hair soft without weighing it down, and doesn't strip semi-permanent color
Honey Miracle Hair Mask - Thank God It's Natural
Why it's a good fit ✅ It's sulfate-free, so it's much less likely to strip your pink color than a traditional shampoo. ✅ It's gentle but effective, meaning it removes buildup without leaving your hair feeling squeaky or dry. ✅ It contains castor oil,...
Sweet Ginger Cleansing Rinse Shampoo
Hair maintenance
Reminders: Follow up your wash with a leave-in-conditioner. Apply a cream to lock in moisture. Seal with an oil. Sleep with a satin bonnet or satin pillowcase.
The slip in this product is amazing and it keeps your hair very moisturized.
Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil Leave-In Conditioner
I have been using this product for 3 decades! Whew! Needless to say this is a holy grail for me.
Bronner Bros Hair Lotion 12oz w/ 10000mg Castor Oil
Hair oil is needed to seal the products applied after washing your hair.
Best Hair Oil for Growth, Dry & Curly Hair 2026
Another product that creates very well slip and great for keeping styles refreshed.
Creme of Nature Argan Oil Strength & Shine Leave-in Conditioner
Hair tools
Core things you may need include: Detangling brush, conditioning cap, sectioning clips, and most importantly a satin bonnet.
Its flexible bristles are especially useful for dense/coil hair, and it has been specifically recommended for 4C hair. Use it on wet, conditioner-saturated hair, working from ends upward.
Detangling Hair Brush: UNbrush - Cherry Blossom Pink
Get 6–8 sturdy alligator clips. Washing, conditioning and detangling your hair in 4–8 sections should make a noticeable difference in tangling.
Hair Sectioning Clips
Particularly useful for keeping your ends protected and reducing friction overnight.
Satin Bonnet
This would be a worthwhile purchase because you can use gentle heat to deep condition.
Heat Cap For Deep Conditioning