Today I’m steaming my relaxed hair for maximum hydration. Steaming my hair really helps with retaining hydration especially throughout the Fall and Winter months. I’m also sharing my Top 5 Winter Hair Care Tips for Healthier Hair. Don’t miss out! 

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In today’s video I’m sharing my wash day HOLY GRAIL moisture deep conditioning routine for my relaxed hair. I swear by these oils for stronger, thicker, healthier hair. It’s perfect for both RELAXED and NATURAL hair.

Ever since I introduced Avocado, Coconut and Olive oil into my healthy hair journey, my hair improved so much! These oils are packed with amazing benefits that maximize healthy hair growth, reduce breakage, increase elasticity and shine and of course fuller healthier hair. 
PRODUCTS/ITEMS MENTIONED OR SHOWN:

Keracare Humecto Creme Conditioner - https://amzn.to/3nfjVep
Avocado Oil - https://amzn.to/3eumRAd
Virgin Coconut Oil - https://amzn.to/3sH3OaU
Extra Virgin Olive Oil - https://amzn.to/3vfKqn8
Magic Star Wide Tooth Comb - https://amzn.to/3aA1Hzj
Scarf for Air Drying - https://amzn.to/3xlBxKj
Science of Black Hair - https://amzn.to/3gu422B
Hooded Dryer (mine is 11 years old - found a better one) - https://amzn.to/3sLDcW9
Taliah Waajid Protective Mist Bodifier Leave-in Conditioner - https://amzn.to/3xhpr54

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Here is the scarf I use:

What exactly is the Scarf Method?

The Scarf Method is a process that involves gently combing your damp hair (setting it the way you want it to dry - with or without a part) and then applying a satin/silk scarf around your hairline after wash day is complete.  Once your hair is completely dry, remove the satin/silk scarf and the end result leaves you with smooth edges and hair! What more could you ask for?!

If you haven't incorporated this method into your wash day regimen, you're truly missing out!

Scarf Method on Air Dried Hair

Here are 3 Reasons Why You Need the Scarf Method When You Air Dry!

1. Gives your hair structure while drying!

We all know that air drying is the safest and easiest way to dry your hair. However, air drying can cause the hair to dry with an undesirable 'puffy' look if not properly and carefully prepped beforehand. The purpose of applying a scarf on the hairline, while the hair is damp, is that it forces the hair to dry straight. The hair is smoothed into place, with the help of the scarf, aiming to help flatten your edges and roots. The hair maintains this straight shape until it's time to wash again. Without structure, textured hair can dry with bends and curves in the hair shaft causing tangles and breakage. 

2. Lays your hairline and new growth flat! 

Less manipulation the next day is what I'm all about! This is so essential especially when stretching your relaxers. It really slows the urge to relax before the 10-12 week mark. Using this method, my hair is set for the next day and super manageable. I can easily wear my hair down if I choose, or throw it into a low sleek bun without the use of heavy gels or excessive manipulation. Just a little edge control and I'm good to go! This shaping support when the hair is damp provides guidance for easy styling the following day preventing tangles, breakage and over-manipulation. 

3. Heat free and healthier for the hair!

Heat free? Yes please! Achieving smooth hair without heat exposure is a win/win. This effortless method of achieving straight hair is a game changer! Using direct heat with each wash day can weaken the hair strands and cause damage. Opting for heat-free techniques to flatten and smooth the hair cuticle, is the healthier way to go and your hair will thank you for it in the long run.

*Bonus Air Drying Tip #1 - Prevent Poofy/Frizzy Hair:  

Moisturize and seal with an oil of your choice prior to your hair drying - right before you do the Scarf Method. It's best to apply products while your hair is damp. The products will help smooth the cuticle into a flat orientation to prevent frizz.  

*Bonus Air Drying Tip #2 - Smooth Hair: 

Periodically smoothing the hair with your fingers, as your hair is drying, gives your hair and ends structure to dry straight and smooth. Smoothing the cuticle while your hair is damp prevents your hair from getting overly puffy. 

Air Dried Results After Using The Scarf Method

Scarf Method 4 Step Process:

1. After wash day process, apply leave-in conditioner and oil (optional) to damp hair

2. Comb thoroughly and set your hair the way you want it to dry

3. Apply & firmly tie the satin/silk scarf to your hairline

4. Remove scarf once hair is completely dry

The Scarf Method works because the hair is smoothed into place while the hair is wet/damp. This is key! During this state, the hair is most elastic and manageable. Tying the scarf to 'set the hair' in this condition, provides a great environment and foundation for your edges, nape and hair to dry flat without excessive manipulation. 

I get this question all the time: 

"How does your hair dry so straight? My hair dries so poofy?"

The simple answer to that is, I do all the techniques mentioned above. I implemented these steps very early in my hair care journey and never looked back! I swear by it and use it at the end of every wash day whether freshly relaxed or stretching my relaxer. It certainly makes my wash day process effortless with predictable results. 

Xoxo

Hey Luvs♡

I had a few questions regarding my mid-week routine. So, I’m sharing with you my co-washing routine and the products I use. This process keeps my hair soft and helps me retain moisture throughout the week. I co-wash once a week - typically in the middle of the week to give my hair a boost in moisture. Too, it’s a great way to help retain length.



Products Mentioned:

1. Aussie Miracle Moist - https://amzn.to/35jym8g

2. As I Am So Much Moisture Hair Lotion - https://amzn.to/3f2hLKM

3. Satin Scarf - https://amzn.to/2yXbOOA

4. Hercules Magic Star Wide Tooth Comb - https://amzn.to/2YtzmFy


As always, thanks for watching! Oh, and don't forget to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE :)

xoxo

Hey guys!

I'm approximately 9/10 weeks post relaxer. Wash day was such a breeze using the NEW Creme of Nature PLEX Breakage Defense 3 Step Strengthening System. What's so cool about this system is that its unique salon technology protects hair bonds and reduces breakage for stronger hair. Too, this system is designed for Relaxed, Colour treated, Natural and Transitioning hair types.

Check out the full video below for my final results!

If you aren't familiar with Olaplex No. 3, let me tell you that this product is NOT a conditioner or protein treatment.  It's a bond rebuilder. It possesses a patented active ingredient that works on a molecular level to seek out broken bonds in the hair that are caused by chemical (relaxer, colour etc.), thermal (blow drying, flat ironing etc.), and mechanical damage (severe manipulation i.e. weaves, braids, excessive brushing etc.). Olaplex No. 3 works to restore compromised hair promising the ultimate breakage insurance.


Now you're probably wondering, how does this work for Relaxed Hair? Well, we all know that relaxers breakdown and manipulate the internal protein bonds in the hair by chemically altering the curl pattern and texture to become straight. Due to the disulfide bonds being broken in the hair through relaxer services,  Olaplex No. 3 was created as a take home treatment to rebuild those broken bonds, build the integrity of the hair while improving strength and softness. Now on to my experience & thoughts...

Olaplex Directions: 

1. Apply a generous amount from roots to ends on unwashed towel-dried hair. Comb through once. Leave on for a minimum of 10 minutes or more. For damaged hair, repeat without rising.
2. Rinse from hair, shampoo, and condition.

How I applied Olaplex No. 3 to my Relaxed Hair:
The first time I tried Olaplex, I did as the directions asked which indicated that I must apply the product to "towel dried" hair BUT unwashed! I was a little confused by that. So, I decided to rinse my hair with water under the shower, t-shirt dry for 10-15 mins and then apply Olaplex in 4 sections from root to tip. Basically using it as a pre-poo!

Once complete, I covered my hair with a plastic cap and left the product on my hair for 30 mins (no heat). I then rinsed, shampooed with a sulfate-free shampoo and deep conditioned with a moisture deep conditioner for 30 mins with heat.


My Experience:
1st application:

After having Olaplex No. 3 on my hair for 30 mins, I removed the plastic cap and my hair felt very saturated as though the product really penetrated my strands . When I rinsed out the product, prior to shampooing, my hair felt noticeably smoother and softer to the touch. I shampooed twice and as I was rinsing, my hair still felt pretty good. Fast forward to deep conditioning, navigating through my hair and new growth to apply my deep conditioner was easier than normal. My hair felt more manageable and slippy. Rinsing out my deep conditioner was my favourite part!! Oh my goodness, you guys I literally said "WOW" aloud in the shower as I was running my fingers through my hair under running water. I wasn't expecting that to happen! My hair felt ridiculously soft and smoother than normal - my cuticles were sooo flat. The silkiness and softness was something I haven't experienced in a longggg time. While I was air drying (without my leave-in conditioner - yes, my hair felt that good!), I noticed that my hair remained very smooth yet stronger and reinforced!! I was pretty impressed.

2nd application (1 week later):

This time around I didn't go in the shower first, I just spritzed my hair with water from my spray bottle to the point where it "felt" damp/towel dried. I followed the EXACT SAME steps as above, however, my results were pretty mediocre in comparison to my first experience. Don't get me wrong, my hair felt fortified and smoother than usual but the softness wasn't really there. Looking back, I honestly feel as though not wetting my hair enough, i.e. in the shower, was the cause for my results to be a bit average.

Overall:

With just two (2) applications, I'm half way done the bottle. I'm still in the "testing phase" so I'll finish the entire bottle before I write my full review (so approximately 2 more applications). So far, the results have been better than I anticipated and my hair feels great during and after each use. Full review coming soon - stay tuned!

Hey guys! I'm back with another video detailing my mid-week wash day routine which is strictly moisture based! Doing protein and moisture treatments on a weekly basis have really helped to keep my relaxed hair strong and healthy. 

I complete this process typically on Thursdays (once a week, every week). I always apply my moisture treatments on dry hair (for better absorption) with heat, co-wash and then add my leave-in conditioner. I always do the scarf method - while air drying - until completely dry. Then I moisturize and seal. That's it!! 

From time-to-time I like to substitute my conditioners and try other things but the routine always remains the same!

Items/Products Mentioned:

Step 1: Add 3 Penetrating Oils (Coconut oil, Avocado Oil and Extra Virgin Olive Oil) to Creme of Nature Moisture Extreme Conditioner

Step 2: Go Under Steamer for 30 minutes

Step 3: Co-wash with Herbal Essences Hello Hydration

Step 4: Creme of Nature Argan Buttermilk Hair Milk Leave-in Conditioner and Sweet Almond Oil

Step 5: Scarf Method with Satin Scarf

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xoxo

As always, thanks for watching! 

Finally it's h e r e!!

My wash day routine is L I V E on my YouTube Channel! This highly requested video will show my entire step by step process. I did a poll on my Instagram Stories and 92% stated that they would like to see my wash day routine, so here it is.

I've been following this wash day process for the past 7-8 years without fail.  I complete this process on Sundays (once a week, every week). I always apply my protein treatments on dry hair (for better absorption) with heat, shampoo it out, follow up with a moisturizing deep conditioner (mixed with oils) and then my leave-in conditioner. I do the scarf method - while air drying - until completely dry.

This routine has been working for me and my relaxed hair. I swear by all of the products that I use. On a few occasions I will substitute my conditioners and swap them out with other protein and moisturizing deep conditioners just to experiment :)

Products used in video:

Step 1: Aphogee 2 Minute Reconstructor and Virgin Coconut Oil (2 tsp)

Step 2: Keracare Sulfate Free Shampoo with Scalp Invigorator (Be sure to get yours for 50% off using discount code: HAIRLISTA5)

Step 3: Keracare Humecto Creme Conditioner mixed with Avocado Oil (1tsp), Coconut Oil (1tsp) and Olive Oil (1tsp)

Step 4: Creme of Nature Argan Buttermilk Hair Milk Leave-in Conditioner and Jojoba Oil

Step 5: Satin Scarf

That's it - Enjoy!




Thanks for watching :)

Wash day (Sunday) has come and gone but my hair remains soft and smooth - thanks to Luster's Pink Shea Butter and Coconut Oil line!

I've been using these products for months now and I have definitely found my favs! My hair really likes the Sulfate Free Shampoo, Moisturizing & Silkening Conditioner and the Silkening Leave-in Conditioner. What I love most is the caulk full of quality ingredients mixed with the fresh coconut scent that is present in every product within the line.

When using the shampoo on my relaxed hair, my felt extremely moist and soft during and after lathering - despite there being protein in the ingredients. The low lathering shampoo didn't strip my hair of its natural oils. It did aid in the detangling process - which is always a bonus. The shampoo rinsed out easily and left no residue behind.

I t-shirt dried my hair and proceeded to whip up my moisturizing conditioner mix i.e. Moisturizing & Silkening Conditioner + Luster's Pink Castor oil, Jojoba and Grapeseed Oil to the DC for extra conditioning. I went under the dryer for 25-30 mins to allow the conditioner to penetrate deep into my strands

Upon rising out the DC, my hair felt soft to the touch and smooth. Though the conditioner is light in consistency, as I ran my fingers through my hair, I knew the conditioner penetrated. I t-shirt dried for a total of 15 mins to allow the t-shirt to absorb all of the excess water. I then applied a quarter size amount of the leave-in conditioner to various sections of my hair, especially my new growth.

I've used this leave-in conditioner on both dry and damp hair, several times, and I can say that it wins hands down on wet/damp hair. With its "lotion-like" consistency, the leave-in is sooooo slippy its incredible! Detangling is a breeze. The mixture of Panthenol, Glycerin and Marshmellow root extract is just on point. I always find myself reaching for the leave-in and using it on wash day, whether or not I use the entire product line. The leave-in conditioner is also a new growth tamer!

As a final step, I began to style my hair using the curl and twist pudding along with some perm rods for a twist-out. I let it air dry overnight and removed the rods in the morning! Loving my shine!!


Overall, the Luster's Pink Shea Butter and Coconut Oil line truly surprised me! We all know Pink lotion had a "negative" representation in the healthy hair care world due to its "no-no" ingredients i.e. mineral oil, petrolatum etc. But its evident that the team over at Luster's Pink have truly been attentive in including all the right combinations of great ingredients to enhance the product experience and improve hair health. From the revamped packaging to the inclusion of natural hair oils and butters, Luster's Pink hit a home run with the Shea Butter and Coconut Oil product line!

the Ingredients, if your curious to know....

Luster's Pink Shea Butter Coconut Oil Sulfate Free Shampoo Ingredients
Deionized Water, Disodium Cocoamphodipropionate, Trideceth-7, Carboxylic Acid, Cocamide MEA, Polyquaternium-10, Acrylates Copolymer, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Shea Butter, Olive oil, Coconut Oil, Argan Oil PEG-8 Esters, Jojoba oil, Wheat germ oil, Panthenol, Vitamin E, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Sodium Cocoyl Collagen Amino Acids, Linolenic Acids, Cocoyl Sarcosine, Wheat Germ Acid, Acetamide MEA, Sorbital, Propylene Glycol, Sulfur, Polysorbate 80, Oleth-10, Glycol Stearate, PEG-150 Distearate, Polyquaternium-47, Citrus Acid, Disodium EDTA, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisthiazolinone, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Fragrance, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool.

Luster's Pink Shea Butter Coconut Oil Moisturizing & Silkening Conditioner Ingredients
Deionized Water, Glycerin, Soybean oil, Polyquaterium 37, Cetearyl Alcohol, Olive oil, Shea Butter, Coconut oil, Sunflower Seed Oil, Argan oil, Vitamin E, Propylene Glycol, Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, PPG-1 Trideceth-6, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Bisamino PEG/PPG-41/3 Aminoethyl PG-Propyl Dimethicone, Centrimonium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance, Linalool.

Luster's Pink Shea Butter Coconut Oil Silkening Leave -in Conditioner Ingredients
Deionized Water, Glycerin, Shea Butter, Cetyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Polyquaterium 37 Coconut oil, Marshmallow root extract, Sunflower Seed Oil, Castor Seed oil, Panthenol, Vitamin E, Sodium PCA, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, PPG-1 Trideceth-6, Acrylamidopropyltrimonium Chloride/Acrylamide Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance, Benzyl Salicylate, Linalool, Limonene, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Citronellol, Coumarin, Hexyl Cinnamal.
Bisamino PEG/PPG-41/3 Aminoethyl PG-Propyl Dimethicone, Centrimonium Chloride,

1. Parted my hair in two sections, starting from one ear to the other. I didn't mind that my part wasn't too neat. The higher the part (above ear-to-ear), the better.
2. I secured each section (2) with a ponytail holder.
3. Did a two-strand twist in each section.
4. Brought the twist from section one down to section two - pin it
5. Brought the twist up from section two to section one - pin it
6. Fluffed each twist, if necessary.

1. Shampooed with Creme of Nature Argan Oil Sulfate Free Shampoo
2. Deep conditioned with Creme of Nature Straight from Eden Nourishing Conditioner under heat for 30mins. 
3. Used S-Curl No Drip Activator as my leave-in conditioner
4. Air dried with the scarf method and the rest of my hair hanging down. 
5. Once my hair was fully air dried, I moisturized and sealed with S-Curl No Drip and Jojoba Oil. 
6. Used some ORS Smooth N Hold Pudding to smooth the front of my hair.

1. Deep Conditioned: Applied Keracare Humecto (mixed with Olive Oil, Coconut Oil and Avocado Oil) to dry hair for 30 minutes under heat.
2. Cowashed: Cowashed with Aussie Miraculously Smooth under running water focusing on roots/scalp.
3. Air dried: No product used while air drying. Detangling was a breeze!
4. Moisturized: Applied As I Am Twisting Defining Cream section by section from root to tip!
5. Styling Product: Applied a tiny layer of Creme of Nature Argan Oil Foaming Mousse in sections for extra hold.
6. Perm Rods: Finger parted my hair and began to wrap each section around the Perm rods (I refused to make defined parts due to lack of time so I basically placed the perm rods all over). 
7. Take Down: Carefully separated each curl with a bit of Argan oil to prevent frizz. 

Until next wash day...

#hairlista #birthdaygirl🎈

A photo posted by Sunshyne☀️ (@hairlicious) on Mar 31, 2015 at 8:38am PDT

My Wash Day Run-Down:

Pre-poo: I applied Extra Virgin Coconut Oil to my hair while dry. I left my pre-poo on for 20-30 minutes with a plastic cap.

Co-wash: Rinsed out the EVCO and grabbed my lovely Aussie Smooth conditioner to co-wash my roots/hair. Love this stuff - it's truly moisturizing and detangling!!!

Air dried: I t-shirt dried for 15-20 minutes until my hair was just slightly damp. I applied some Scurl No Drip Activator mixed with Creme of Nature Argan Oil Foaming Wrap Lotion to set my hair for increased definition in my braid-out. I sealed my hair with the Creme of Nature 100% Pure Argan Oil to lock in moisture. I then started to section off my hair in 5 sections and began to braid. I added perm rods to the ends of each braid. I air dried my hair overnight and removed my braids in the morning with a little bit of CON Pure Argan oil on my finger tips to prevent frizz.

Style: Since I'm freshly relaxed, braid-outs don't always come out looking 100% because I have no new growth. It can be a hit/miss. I opted for the half up top knot for a more chic trendy look, plus I was celebrating my birthday so I wanted something fun and cute :) 

I gently used a boar bristle brush on my hairline and edges for smoothness. I secured the section with a ponytail holder and began to two-strand twist the remaining hair - wrapped it around & pinned it down! My hair felt so soft and smooth - just the perfect combination for a braid out :)

Results: My Birthday hair :)... out and about!

Until next wash day....

Late night🌙 deep conditioning!! What did you do to your hair today? #hairlista #hairlistacastoroilchallenge #healthyhaircare

A photo posted by Sunshyne☀️ (@hairlicious) on Mar 19, 2015 at 7:46pm PDT

If you follow me on Instagram (@hairlicious) then you already know what my wash day consisted of in terms of products. I brought out my trusty ol' Keracare humecto to maximize the hydration in my 12 week post new growth! It was heaven!!

Lets break it down:

Deep conditioner: Keracare Humecto Cream Conditioner
Oils: Extra virgin olive oil (1tsp), Jamaican Black Castor Oil (1tsp), Extra Virgin Coconut Oil (1tsp)
Co-wash conditioner: Aussie Moist Smooth
Leave-in: Scurl No Drip Activator

Lately, my new growth has been pretty much unbearable! Since I'm in the Castor Oil Challenge, my growth has been noticeably thicker, and stronger! It literally takes me longer to style my hair and my hair is drinking up my products like no other!!

I decided to apply my deep conditioner to dry hair (saturated from root to tip), leave it on with heat for 30 minutes then co-wash it out. I t-shirt dried for approximately 15-20 minutes.

As I was air drying,  my new growth and relaxed ends came out buttery smooth and moisturized! This is exactly what my hair needed. I applied my leave-in on damp hair and let my hair air dry in a middle part ponytail overnight to tame my new growth. My hair was secured with a satin scarf.

This is how it turned out in the morning. No gel, no edge control. Distinct line of demarcation! LOL


Simple yet effective!

Until next wash day....

Wash day run-down:

1) Prepoo'd with Coconut oil under the steamer for 20 mins (no plastic cap)
2) Shampoo'd with Creme of Nature Sulfate Free Argan Oil Shampoo (lathered 2x)
3) Deep conditioned with Keracare Humecto mixed with 1tsp of JBCO, 1 tsp of EVOO, 1tsp of Avocado oil, 1tsp of Avocado oil. I went back under the steamer for 30 mins (no plastic cap).
4) T-shirt dried for 15-20mins
5) Applied Scurl No Drip Activator mixed with Kinky Curly Knot Today Leave-in Conditioner.
6) I left my hair to air dry using the scarf method.
7) Moisturized with Scurl No Drip and sealed with Extra virgin olive oil in sections.

I used my trusty staple products this wash day and from start to finish my hair was in heaven! I think the addition of JBCO (Jamaican Black Castor Oil) in my deep conditioner really contributed to the added softness and volume in my hair. Adding JBCO to my DC is part of the extreme levelSince I'm stretching my relaxer, I didn't have to fight with my hair at ALL - my new growth specifically! My comb was free from broken hairs; however, my hair is shedding slightly since I'm in the Castor oil challenge. This is typical hair behaviour when I'm doing the challenge - I'm not concerned.

This top knot is one of my favourite go-to styles. It's so easy to do and takes no time at all to achieve. I love it because it helps to lock in moisture plus the two-strand twist adds a cool visual effect rather than the typical donut bun.

Check out the video below on how I achieved this style:

Yesterday was wash day and boy was my hair thanking me for the deep treatment it received. I shampoo'd with Creme of Nature Argan Oil Shampoo and deep conditioned with a mixture of Kenra Moisturizing Conditioner, Silk Elements Mega Cholesterol (almost finished, had to mix another conditioner with it) and a few squirts of Roux Porosity Control Conditioner.