My friend and former classmate Nigeria asked me to do a few posts on natural hair care, I was supposed to do this post a little ago, but I am now getting to it (sorry). Although my hair is not natural (I considered going through the transition) I did my research and compiled a list of basics and essentials for women with natural (chemical free) hair styles.
Essentials
- Sulfate free shampoo
- Silicone free instant and deep conditioner
- Daily moisturizer or grease with no mineral oil or petrolatum
- Daily leave in conditioner
- Good natural oils
- Silicone based heat protectants.
Reading the ingredients listed for products at the local beauty supply store or drugstore and watching product reviews from other women will help determine which products have helpful ingredients as opposed to harmful.
Basics
- Plastic wide tooth comb
- Denman brush or boar bristle brush (some would advise no brushes of any kind)
- Hair clips that are hair stress free
- Metal free elastic bands
- Satin or silk scarf, pillow cover, or bonnet
Here are some great sites for natural hair
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