Naturally Curly Hair Routine & Regimen 101 for Newly Naturals
NatrulyMe
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Greetings,
Curlies. I noticed that most of the OG (old school) naturally curlies in this thread does not respond to newly naturals. Well, not quite often. Especially, those whom have type 4 or mixed 3c/4a patterns, unless it is from another hair pattern individuals (e.g. 2-3c hair types). In any case, I see no problems with any person with a different hair pattern trying to help. I guess there are not many newly natural curlies (or old naturally curlies) that are not making any new threads (or posting on a regular) that may help bring encouragement while others are at the beginning of their journey, in it or transitioning? Therefore, I felt the liberty to post images and information to help those who are confused on how to build a regimen or routine for themselves. Or, what products to use? For starters, If you do not know your porosity, density, texture & width as well as elasticity. Please follow up on this thread.
For Starters, Watch This Video:
Youtube Video By GreenBeauty-- 6 steps for starting a successful natural hair journey:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDURE8Ce13s&t=319s
Curlies. I noticed that most of the OG (old school) naturally curlies in this thread does not respond to newly naturals. Well, not quite often. Especially, those whom have type 4 or mixed 3c/4a patterns, unless it is from another hair pattern individuals (e.g. 2-3c hair types). In any case, I see no problems with any person with a different hair pattern trying to help. I guess there are not many newly natural curlies (or old naturally curlies) that are not making any new threads (or posting on a regular) that may help bring encouragement while others are at the beginning of their journey, in it or transitioning? Therefore, I felt the liberty to post images and information to help those who are confused on how to build a regimen or routine for themselves. Or, what products to use? For starters, If you do not know your porosity, density, texture & width as well as elasticity. Please follow up on this thread.
For Starters, Watch This Video:
Youtube Video By GreenBeauty-- 6 steps for starting a successful natural hair journey:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDURE8Ce13s&t=319s
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
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Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
Why Does Hair Porosity & Density Matter?
https://www.naturallycurly.com/curlreading/curly-hair-care-methods/why-hair-porosity-density-matter/
Everything You Need to Know About Hair Porosity:
https://www.naturallycurly.com/curlreading/curly-hair-care-methods/the-411-on-hair-porosity/#!slide6
You still do not know your hair porosity? click link Below:
https://www.naturallycurly.com/curlreading/home/you-still-dont-know-your-hairs-porosity/
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
Low:
Incorporate ingredients that are of a more alkaline nature. Adding a little bentonite clay (pH of 8.3) to you conditioner is a great trick.
Applying heat while deep conditioning is extremely helpful. Tools such as heat caps or steamers are great ways to help lift the cuticle and better infuse moisture into the hair.
When applying product, make sure the hair is wet or damp, then seal in the moisture with butter or oil.
Medium:
Healthy ingredients, regular deep conditions, moisturizing, and little to no heat will help keep normal porosity hair at it’s best.
High:
Use thick butters and products with oils because they can serve as a protective layer and help seal the cuticle. Henna and Protein Treatments are great for temporarily filling the gaps or holes in highly porous hair. Apple Cider Vinegar rinses are also helpful in closing the cuticle. Minimize and (or) abstain from using heat and chemical processes if you can.
INTRO OF WHAT IS HAIR DENSITY?
The density of your hair is simply how thin or thick it is as a whole by counting the number of hair follicles, or the number of hairs, in that 1-inch section. In which, will be difficult to do. A simple way to test your hair is using your vision and touch. You can smooth out your hair as much as possible using a comb or your fingers, then tie hair in a ponytail (if you can). Measure the circumference of your ponytail. Or...
** You can determine your curl density, look at your dry hair hung loose in its natural shape, from different angles and up close. If your scalp is easily visible, you have low curl density. If your scalp is somewhat visible, you have medium curl density. And if your scalp is barely visible, you have high hair density.
Low-density hair :will be less than two inches.
Medium-density:hair will be two to three inches.
High-density :thick hair will be four or more inches.
Once you’ve determined your hair porosity and hair density, you can make better decisions as to how to care for your curls.
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
Like the image says, "Because Your Curls Are More Than A Number". It is very important to know your porosity, density & width. Knowing your pattern isn't very important!! This being said, it is nothing wrong with wanting to know...
What is hair width & density?
Width is not how the hair feels, but describes the thickness of each individual strand of hair. The comparison is typically to a piece of thread. If your hair is fine, it's thinner than the thread, medium hair is usually the same width and thick or coarse strands are thicker than the piece of thread.
Density Hair width measures the width of an individual strands of hair. Also how closely those strands are packed together on your head. Your hair's density can also be affected by your hair texture, porosity and width. Knowing your hair density, along with your porosity, width and curl pattern will help you choose the right products, styles and cuts to maintain the volume of your hair.
** You can determine your curl density, look at your dry hair hung loose in its natural shape, from different angles and up close. If your scalp is easily visible, you have low curl density. If your scalp is somewhat visible, you have medium curl density. And if your scalp is barely visible, you have high hair density.
Youtube video by Halfrican Beaute
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9VGXoZtunU
More Info Here:
Understanding Your Hair Texture: Width and Pattern | CurlyNikki | Natural Hair Care
https://www.naturallycurly.com/texture-typing/hair-density
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
Naturally, we need to balance moisture and protein treatments in order to have healthy hair.
Here's a link with more info:
https://www.naturallycurly.com/curlreading/learn/there-is-such-a-thing-as-over-moisturizing-your-hair/
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
Sorry about the blemish, I tried to make it readable as much as possible.
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
More ingredients to avoid are here:
https://www.naturallycurly.com/curlreading/curl-products/ingredients-i-avoid-in-my-natural-hair-products/
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
Info on things you cannot do on low porosity hair:
https://www.naturallycurly.com/curlreading/learn/6-things-you-cant-do-when-you-have-low-porosity-hair-bi/
Do's & Dont's For Low Porosity hair Youtube Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r7T5KQiMxa0&t=62s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XV9NxL4xxQA
Info on things you cannot do with high porosity hair:
https://www.naturallycurly.com/curlreading/learn/6-things-you-cant-do-when-you-have-high-porosity-hair-bi/
Do's & Dont's For High Porosity hair Youtube Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bP7BO7FCwhE&t=3s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2V4PXu6TrMo
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
Here's a Youtube video about the L.O.C. & L.C.O. Methods by GreenBeauty:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w376dvTM7Ow
Info explaining the L.O.C. & L.C.O. Methods on a website:
https://happycurlhappygirl.wordpress.com/tag/lco-method-vs-loc-method/
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
Co-washing is short for “conditioner-only washing.” It means skipping shampoo and relying solely on conditioner, whether you're a daily or a weekly washer. The result is something between squeaky-clean and second-day hair—that is, smoother, softer, and easier to manage.
Pre-Pooing Is a treatment done BEFORE shampooing your hair. pre-pooing helps aid against a shampoos tendency to strip your hair of its natural oils and moisture. Most apply their oil of choice, DIY conditioners, (DIY=Do It Yourself) regular conditioners and honey as well as hair masks.
Five reasons you should pre-poo?
https://www.naturallycurly.com/curlreading/kinky-hair-type-4a/5-reasons-you-should-pre-poo/
Benefits of Co-washing:
The Benefits Of Co-Washing Natural Hair - Happily Ever Natural
Co-washing isn't for everyone, but it wouldn't hurt to try it--just to see if your hair likes it!
Notice: If you have eczema, psoriasis, dandruff or any other scalp condition, then co-washing can be a big waste of your time. You can co-wash if you just want to refresh your hair and boost the moisture level, but know that it will not be effective at cleaning your scalp.
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
Top Five Oils For The Best Hot Oil Treatment:
https://www.naturallycurly.com/curlreading/home/top-5-oils-for-the-best-hot-oil-treatment-hi/
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
I used the Beautiful Textures Curl Control Defining Pudding & Curl Definer Styling Custard.
What Is A Dry Wash N Go?
https://blackhairinformation.com/general-articles/hairstyles-general-articles/3-reasons-try-dry-wash-n-go/
How To Do A Dry Wash N Go (Youtube Videos)?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4bOEvlgjq8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L3zyQNy7T0Q
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
More Info Here:
https://www.naturallycurly.com/curlreading/kinky-hair-type-4a/silicones-good-bad-the-ugly/
Videos on how Silicones are good for Porous hair (High porosity)
By Afro Khadisiac:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvBwkf9iisI&t=103s
By DiscoveringNatural:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iuOtf8hNHuk&t=382s
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
MOISTURIZE, MOISTURIZE, MOISTURIZE, MOISTURIZE MOISTURIZE &...MOISTURIZE!!
Seriously. Color-treated hair needs extra TLC, so a deep conditioner treatment is a must (weekly). Also, invest in a small spray bottle, then add some water, leave in conditioner, and oil. Spritz it in your hair every day, or whenever you feel like your hair needs added moisture. In addition, learn to do the L.O.C. & L.C.O. Methods. See which one is best for you...
Helpful links:
How to Maintain Bleached Natural Hair - Talk Tresses
Keep Color Treated Natural Hair Healthy
The Secret to Maintaining Bleached and Colored Hair | CurlyNikki | Natural Hair Care
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
NATURAL HAIR 101 (What You Need To Know) // Natural Hair Help EP. 1 Youtube video by Halfrican Beaute
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGFtnH6S2-A
Info on when to big chop:
https://curlyhairlounge.com/4-tips-on-when-to-big-chop-transitioning-natural-hair
4 Signs It’s Time To Chop Your Transitioning Natural Hair | Black Girl with Long Hair
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
More Info Here:
https://napturallycurly.com/trim-natural-hair/
3 Stylist Recommended Ways To Trim Your Hair at Home | Natural Hair Rules!!!
What Is A Big Chop & How to do it?
Big Chop or 'BC' is when a person cuts their hair to obtain its 'natural' state. The person cuts out the hair dye, chemical perm, or relaxer from their hair.
How to "Big Chop" Link Is Here:
Big Chop Tutorial: Use This Step by Step Guide to Get Started Immediately
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
PRODUCTS Under $10
Olive Oil ORS Creamy Aloe Shampoo & Replenishing Conditioner
Mane 'n Tail Deep Moisturizing Shampoo & Conditioner
Creme of Nature Argan Oil Moisture & Shine Shampoo and Intensive Conditioning Treatment
Creme of Nature Mango & Shea Butter Ultra-Moisturizing Shampoo
Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Moist
Garnier Fructis Damage Eraser Strength Butter Repairing Rinse-Out
ORS HAIRestore Hair Mayonnaise
Herbal Essences Hello Hydration Moisturizing Conditioner
Garnier Fructis Damage Eraser Fortifying Conditioner
Herbal Essences Honey, I'm Strong Strengthening Conditioner
Aussie Mega Moist Conditioner
Suave Professionals Almond + Shea Butter Conditioner
2Chic Avocado & Olive Oil Ultra-Moist Conditioner
Creme of Nature Argan Oil Perfect 7 7-in-1 Leave-In Treatment
Creme of Nature Mango & Shea Butter Ultra-Moisturizing Leave-In Conditioner
Neutrogena Triple Moisture Silk Touch Leave-In Cream
Neutrogena Triple Moisture Deep Recovery Hair Mask
Cantu Shea Butter Leave-In Conditioning Repair Cream
Fantasia IC Hair Polisher Styling Gel (the clear one with the white top!)
Unrefined, Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Cold Pressed)
Unrefined, Organic Coconut Oil (Cold Pressed)
Conditioners
Key:
C= available at Curlmart
~= modified CG (water soluble cones, amodimethicone, BIS aminopropyl dimethicone)
/=protein
»=can be used as a rinse out also
H=available at a health food store
Activate Hydrating *
Alagio Silk Obsession Silk Smoothing Leave-In Detangler »
Aubrey Organics Honeysuckle Rose H
Aussie Aussome Volume Conditioner ~
Aussie Catch The Wave Conditioner ~
Aussie Cleanse & Mend ~
Aussie Hair Insurance Conditioner ~
Aussie Moist ~
Aussie Three Minute Miracle Original ~ (has simethicone at the bottom of ingredient list)
Aussie Sun Touched Shine Conditioner ~
Aussie Sydney Smooth Conditioner ~
Back To Basics Pommegranate **
Burt's Bees More Moisture Raspberry & Brazil Nut Conditioner / H
Burt's Bees Avocado Butter Hair Treatment H
Burt's Bees Super Shiny Grapefruit & Sugar Beet Conditioner H
Burt's Bees Very Volumizing Pomegranate & Soy Conditioner / H
Burt's Bees Color Keeper Green Tea & Fennel Seed Conditioner H
Burt's Bees Hair Repair Shea & Grapefruit Deep Conditioner H
Charles Worthington Nourish Rebalancing Conditioner /
Charles Worthington Moisture Seal Super Conditioner
Desert Essence Organics Italian Red Grape Conditioner H
Desert Essence Shea Butter Conditioner / H
Elucence Moisture Balancing / C
Freeman Papaya & Awapuhi High Tide Volume Conditioner
Freeman Papaya & Lime Overboard Shine Conditioner
Garnier Fructis Fortifying Conditioner (for Fine Hair)
Garnier Fructis Sleek and Shine Leave-in Conditioning Cream »
Garnier Fructis Curl and Shine Leave-in Conditioning Cream »
Giovanni 50/50 Remoisturizer / H
Giovanni Smooth as Silk / H
Giovanni Direct Leave-in Conditioner » / H
Giovanni Tea Tree Tripple Treat Conditioner H
LaCoupe Shine & Smooth Silky Smoothing Conditioner / ~
LaCoupe Color Rescue Color Quench Conditioner / ~
L'oreal Vive Pro Nutri gloss for medium to long hair that's wavy/curly /
L'Oreal Vive Pro Nutri Gloss Conditioning Treatment /
L'Oreal Vive Pro Nutri Gloss Conditioner for Medium-Long Hair that's Damaged / ~
Nature's Gate Organics Grapefruit & Wild Ginger / H
Nature's Gate Organics Persimmon Rose Geranium / H
Nature's Gate Organics Mandarin Orange Patchouli / H
Nature's Gate Organics Asian Pear & Red Tea / H
Nature's Gate Organics Lemongrass & Clary Sage H
Nature's Gate Organics Chamomile and Lemon Verbenda / H
Nature's Gate Organics Tea Tree & Blue Cypress / H
Nature's Gate Organics Lavender & Aloe / H
Nature's Gate Chamomile / H
Nature's Gate Jojoba Conditioner / H
Nature's Gate Herbal Original H
Nature's Gate Hemp / H
Nature's Gate Awapuhi H
Nature's Gate Tea Tree Oil H
Nature's Gate Aloe Vera H
Oyin Honey Hemp Conditioner C
Regis Olive Oil Conditioner
Suave Naturals Waterfall Mist
Suave Naturals Lavender Lilac
Suave Naturals Ocean Breeze
Suave Naturals Juicy Green Apple
Suave Naturals Fresh Mountain Strawberry
Suave Naturals Aloe & Waterlilly
Suave Naturals Citrus Smoothie /
Suave Naturals Cucumber Melon
Suave Naturals Daily Clarifying
Suave Naturals Fresh Berry /
Suave Naturals Toasted Vanilla & Sugar
Suave Naturals Coconut /
Trader Joe's Nourish Spa
Trader Joe's Refresh
Trader Joe's Essential Herbal
VO5 Sun Kissed Raspberry
VO5 Tangerine Tickle
VO5 Tea Therapy Calming
VO5 Vanilla Mint
VO5 Tea Therapy Healthful Green Tea
VO5 Passion Fruit Smoothie /
VO5 Strawberries and Cream /
VO5 Honeydew Smoothie /
VO5 Vitaburst Grapefruit Mandarin Splash
VO5 Vitaburst Nectarine Orange Surge
VO5 Free Me Freesia
VO5 Creamy Peaches
VO5 Champange Kiss
VO5 Lavender Luster
VO5 Kiwi and Lime Squeeze
White Rain Extra Body
White Rain Lavender
White Rain Energizing Citrus
White Rain Tropical Coconut
White Rain Ocean Mist
White Rain Apple Blossom
White Rain Fruit Fortifying ~
Zerran Moisture Pak
Best Brand:
Devacurl, Jessicurl and Kinky-Curly
Best Cleanser:
Devacurl No-Poo, Jessicurl Hair Cleansing Cream, Wen Sweet Almond Mint Cleansing Conditioner
Best Second-Day Hair Product:
Jessicurl Awe Inspiraling Spray, Kinky-Curly Curling Custard and Devacurl Mist-er Right.
Best Daily Conditioner:
Jessicurl Too Shea!, Devacurl One Condition and Suave Naturals Tropical Coconut Conditioner
Best Leave-In Conditioner:
Kinky-Curly Knot Today, Karen's Body Beautiful Hair Milk and Giovanni Direct Leave-in Weightless Moisture Conditioner
Best Deep Conditioner:
Aubrey Organics Honeysuckle Rose Moisturizing Conditioner, Ouidad Deep Treatment Intensive Conditioner and Jessicurl Weekly Deep Conditioning Treatment
Best Styling Mousse:
Herbal Essences Totally Twisted Curl Boosting Mousse, Paul Mitchell Sculpting Foam and Joico JoiWhip
Best Styling Gel:
Devacurl AnGell, Kinky-Curly Curling Custard, Eco Styler Gel and Jessicurl Rockin' Ringlets
Best Anti-Frizz:
Kinky-Curly Curling Custard, Curly Hair Solutions Curl Keeper and Jessicurl Confident Coils
Best Pomade:
Aveda Brilliant Humectant Pomade, Oyin Burnt Sugar and Jane Carter Nourish and Shine
Best Styling Cream/Pudding:
Miss Jessie's Curly Pudding, Kinky-Curly Curling Custard, AG re:coil
Best Product for Braids & Twists:
Oyin Whipped Pudding, Miss Jessie's Curly Pudding and Karen's Body Beautiful Hair Milk
Best Natural/Organic Line:
Amourai Organique, Kinky-Curly and Aubrey Organics
Here are some helpful links:
Here is a link to help out with abbreviations that people on this site use.
Here is a link to start out CG on a budget.
Here is a link to the “best of the best” products available!
Here is a ink to some useful curly links.
Here is a link to great summer vs. winter seasonal changes.
Here is a link to a lot of great curly blogs!
Here is a link to the Spritz and Condish Method!
Here is a link to an article about dew points - veryyy important when it comes to styling!
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
Top 8 Protein Treatments for Natural Hair
https://www.naturallycurly.com/curlreading/home/top-8-protein-treatments-for-natural-hair-hi/
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
Mizani Moisturefuse
Mizani Thermasmooth
Mizani Fulfyl Conditioning Treatment (moisture/protein balance)
Biolage Hydrating and Ultra Hydrating Conditioning Balm
Biolage Fortetherapie Cera-Repair Treatment (both at-home and prof’l-moisture/protein balance)
Biolage Hydratherapie Cera-Repair treatment (both at-home and prof’l-moisture/protein balance)
Nioxin Intensive Therapy Weightless Reconstructive Masque (mild to moderate protein)
Nioxin Scalp Therapy #3 for fine chemically enhanced hair (mild to moderate protein)
Aubrey Organic Honeysuckle Rose Conditioner
Aubrey Organics White Camellia Conditioner
Keracare Humecto (in the tub – great for stretching relaxers)
Lustrasilk Shea Butter Cholesterol Plus Mango
Organics Hair Mayonnaise Treatment for Damaged Hair (mild protein)
Alter Ego Garlic Treatment Oil Conditioner (great for sheddding)
Aphogee Keratin 2 Minute Reconstructor (mild protein)
Queen Helene Cholesterol
Loreal Nature’s Therapy Mega Moisture Conditioner
Creme Of Nature Nourishing Conditioner
Pantene Relaxed & Natural Breakage Defense Hair Conditioning Mask
Affirm 5 in 1 Reconstructor (mild protein)
Kenra Moisturizing Conditioner
Nature’s Gate Biotin Strengthening Conditioner (mild protein)
Elucence Moisture Balancing Conditioner – doubles as a delicious leave-in.
Elucence Extended Moisture Repair Treatment (moisture/protein balance)
Creme Of Nature Conditioning Reconstructor (mild protein)
Nexxus Humectress Ultimate Moisturizing Conditioner
Organic Root Stimulator Hair Mayaonnaise (mild protein)
Aubrey Organics GPB Balancing Conditioner (mild protein)
Ultra Sheen Duo Tex Protein Conditioner
Neutragena Triple Moisture Mask
Joico K Pak Deep Penetrating Reconstructor (protein)
Joico K Pak Intensive Hydrator Conditioner
Joico Moisture Recovery Treatment Balm
Hairveda Sitrinillah Deep Conditioning Mask
Organic Root Stimulator Replenishing Pak (mild protein/moisturizing)
Alter Ego Nourishing Rebalancing Conditioner
Ojon Ultra Hydrating Conditioner
Phytojojoba Mask
Mizani Microfusion Conditioner
Redken All Soft Heavy Cream
LeKair Cholesterol (mild protien)
ICON Inner Home Moisture Mask
Aubrey Organics Green Algae Hair Rescue Conditioning Mask (protein)
Aubrey Organis Isand naturals Conditioner
Rene Furtere Karite Intense Nourishing Mask (mild protein)
Federic Fekai Hair Mask with Shea Butter
NuNaat Keratin Conditioner (protein)
Aveda Sap Moss Conditioning detangler
Tresemme Natural Conditioner
Silk Elements Megasilk Moisturizing Treatment
Pantene Restoratives Time Renewal Replenishing Mask
Kenra Platinum Shea Butter Reconstructor (protein)
Nexxus Emergencee (mild to moderate protein)
Carols Daughter Black Vanilla Smoothie
Silicon Mix Conditioner
Jessicurl Weekly Deep Treatment
Hebal Essences Hello Hydration Conditioner
Aussie Moist Conditioner
Aussie Moist 3 Minute Miracle
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
Here's a list of products I am experimenting with:
Eco Style Black Castor & Flaxseed Oil (gel)
Eco Styler Olive Oil (gel)
Beautiful Textures Curl Definer Styling Custard (curl styling custard--contains no sulfates or parabens)
Eden BodyWorks Natural Curl Defining Creme (curl defining cream)
Cantu Shea Butter Coconut Curling Cream ( curl defining cream)
Beautiful Textures Curl Control Defining Pudding (curl defining cream--contains no sulfates or parabens)
Health & Beauty Secret Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay (bentonite clay)
Renpure Originals Argan Oil Luxurious Shampoo (shampoo--contains no sulfates, parabens, dyes, gluten, phthalates & propylene glycol)
Renpure Originals Argan Oil Luxurious Conditioner(conditioner--contains no sulfates, parabens, dyes, gluten, phthalates & propylene glycol)
Aussie Moist (conditioner--I use when detangling my hair before shampooing--It DOES has Sulfate, but has amazing slips)
Aussie Moist (shampoo-- I use when needed to clarify and it DOES has sulfate)
Alberto VO5 Moisture Milks Strawberries & Cream + Soy Milk Protein (conditioner--I use when detangling my hair before shampooing and when doing a protein treatment. It has amazing slips).
Kinky- Curly Knot Today Leave-In & Detangler (leave-in conditioner or detangler. I used before and or after I shampoo my hair).
Cantu Shea Butter Hydrating Leave-In Conditioning Mist (leave-in conditioner)
Cantu Shea Butter Leave-In Conditioning Repair Cream(leave-in conditioner)
Lily of The Desert Aloe Vera Gel (I use with water & oil inside an applicator bottle). I spritz my hair daily.
Spectrum Organic Virgin Coconut Oil (oil)
Piping Rock Castor Oil 100% Pure (oil--It is expeller pressed & contains no hexane)
GEM Extra Virgin Olive Oil (oil)
Ibera Sunflower & Avocado Oil (oil)
Jamaican Mango & Lime Pure Jamaican Black Castor Oil
(oil)
GreenBeauty Products Real Protein Treatment (HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN)
Bragg Organic Apple Cider Vinegar (I use this with my bentonite clay and when I want to clarify my hair (or stop itchy scalp) with water in an applicator bottle. Then, rinse it out in cold water (warm if using the clay mask).
I know this is a lot of products that I have but like I said, I am experimenting and I like to stock up on products for a while... lol My future goal is reaching BSL (Bra Strap Length). For now, I am trying to reach shoulder length for my wash n go. I have two-three more inches to reach goal.
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)
The torsion of kinky hair is basically the strand twisting around itself. The simplest analogy would be the wringing of a cloth where you turn one side clockwise and the other anticlockwise.
Now kinky hair can be curly and have the same spiral turns in addition to the torsion twist. This creates the dominant type of hair seen among people of African origin - the kinky curly hair. Going by the first analogy on a large scale think of it like wringing a sheet and then winding it around a large rod to form the curl.
SOURCE:
Images modelled on SEM images in (PhD Thesis by Jutta Maria Quadflieg)
Definition of a coil: a series of connected spirals or concentric rings formed by gathering or winding: a coil of rope; long coils of hair.
Definition of curl: : to form (as the hair) into coils or ringlets
**Kinky and coily are sometimes used interchangeably and are indicative of a tiny curl. All kinky & coily hair is curly, but not all curly hair is kinky& coily.
Pattern: 3C/4A
Characteristics: (Spongy/Coarse/Curly Kinky)
Porosity: High
Density: Medium
Hair Width: Medium Sized Strands
Elasticity: Medium Elasticity
SL - APL - BSL - MBL - WL - TBL
My hair is armpit length when silk pressed (so close to BSL).
Natural state: awkward stage; shoulder length (front is above chin length and back is almost shoulder length).
Goal: MBL
10-28-15 (BC Date)