It's December 2, 2011 and gosh does time fly! I realized that I've neglected this blog but a lot has happened. So with that being said this is my current permanent hair regimen. It took a lot of trial and error but i've found what works for ME and i'm sticking to it.
Deep Conditioner
Aubrey Organic GPB Glycogen Protein Balancing Conditioner.
I apply this to dry hair unless I have a lot of build up which in that case I wash and then deep condition. 9 times out of 10 I use the Huetiful Hair Steamer for 20 minutes. If i'm traveling or too busy to sit under the steamer I put a shower cap on and go about my business until I have time to wash later.
LINK: http://www.aubrey-organics.com/ProductInfo/516.aspx
Shampoo
Miss Jessie's Super Slip Sudsy Shampoo.
WARNING!! If you're a sulfate free nazi this is NOT for you. Personally I have tried several sulfate free shampoos. They leave my hair dry and they make it harder to minipulate my hair (which in my opinion can cause damage) This shampoo allows me to easily wash my hair and it doesn't feel dry. A little goes a long way and I only wash once and in one direction.
LINK: http://www.missjessies.com/shop/cleansers
Herbal Essences Color Me Happy Conditioner.
Having color treated hair I like to use a conditioner geared toward my colored hair needs. This one leaves my hair soft and shiny. I have dry hair and use a lot of conditioner so another good point on this conditioner is that it affordable at under $3 a bottle. They also sell a larger size. Don't have colored hair? I recommend the Hello Hydration Conditioner.
LINK: http://www.herbalessences.com/en-US/hair-products/color-treated-hair
If I need to wash before one week I will usually opt to co-wash and I will do so with on of the Herbal Essence conditioners - Color Me Happy, Hello Hydration or Tousle Me Softly.
Other things i'll do to my tresses:
I do my own at home "oil infusion" I use a mixture of olive oil and pure argan oil and apply it to my hair then I apply conditioner on top of that and sit up under my hooded dryer and wash as usual.
I do protien treatments AS NEEDED. You hair will tell you what it needs. I use the Aphogee 2 step protien treatment and also I use the minute reconstructor from time to time as I see fit.
That's it and that's all folks!
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Hey everyone! :) After much research I can to a decision on what I think would work best for ME. For every product listed below you'll find people who love it and also people who hate it. It's all about figuring out what is going to work best for you and your hair. Will this be my holy grail regime? I can't say. What I do know is you have to stick with things in order for them to work. You won't see full result after one use. That being said I am going to use this regime for 2 months and re-evaluate at that time. The best advice I can give at this time is to really look into the products you put on you hair and in your body. So I will be reviewing this regime on June 16th, 2011 to let you know how I feel about it after 2 months of use. Hang in there! --- We can all have the hair we want!
Hair Regime As Of April 16th, 2011
Step One:
Deep condition for 45 minutes (with heat or longer with out)
Mixed with Avocado, Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Coconut Oil.
Step Two:
Wash Hair Using
Shea Moisture Raw Shea Butter Moisture Retention Shampoo
Step Three:
Condition With
Lavender Mint Moisturizing Shampoo - Paul Mitchell
Step Four:
Rub small amount through hair.
Shea Moisture Coconut & Hisbicus Curl Enhancing Smoothie
Step Five:
Apply Kimble Bounce Back Curl Revitalizer
Step Six:
Spray Lightly
Shea Moisture Raw Shea Butter Strengthening Elixir
So this is my story and I'm sticking to it for a few months to see how it works!! :)
I'll report back with a full review after I've used them for a while.
WASH #1 - 4/16/11 : After everything was said and done my hair felt 120% better. It's was so soft and manageable. I didn't know what I was missing!! We are off to a fabulous start!!
