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Finding the Right Products for your Loc Journey

OMG… I am so excited that Spring is finally in full swing now. Although, I am a little late with getting this out I think this is the best time to share with you all. It is the perfect time to revisit my favorite products for locs! Over the years my knowledge has vastly changed on many facets. The natural hair world can be daunting to say the least. Just take a look at YouTube, there are so many beautiful content creators sharing their stories, their favorite products, styles, etc. Whether loose, natural or locs it can be overwhelming to say the least.

Trust me I can definitely relate. So, I want to make this process a little easier for my fellow loc heads.

First off, let’s debunk 2 major myths within the loc community.

1. The Dirty Truth: Washing your Locs.

All too often we hear people pushing the notion that you should avoid washing your locs because dirty hair or locs grow faster. This is not only very unhygienic, but also completely false. One of the “magical” features of kinky/coily hair is water transforms those beautiful kinks & coils into the incredible and enchanting coiffure of locs. Always remember those moments of detangling all those intricate mass knots on wash day. Water is that God given solution that brings life to locs.

1. To use Conditioner or To Not use Conditioner - That is the Question

Again, another idea that is highly misconstrued is using conditioner on locs. Although, conditioner can lead to build-up in locs. The reality is that this has more to do with the use of the wrong type of conditioner. When selecting the right conditioner, you want to be mindful to choose a product that is water soluble. Just as you would with loose, natural curls, conditioning is key in fostering healthy & hydrated locs.

So, now that you have read my thoughts on 2 of these myths, let’s get into my personal products choices to maintain & grow healthy locs.

*Note: this post does contain some affiliate links to make your shopping experience easier. Yes, you can get the products I use personally the same way I do.

Shampoos

• Dr. Bronners Pure Castile Liquid Soap

• Tresemme Pro Pure Damage Recovery Sulfate-Free Shampoo for Damaged Hair

• Taliah Waajid Black Earth Stimulating Herbal Shampoo

• Garnier Fructis Curl Nourish Shampoo

• Herbal Essence Hello Hydration Shampoo

• Renpure Biotin & Collagen Shampoo

Conditioners

• Aphogee Pro-Vitamin Leave-in Conditioner Spray

• Renpure Biotin & Collagen Leave-in Conditioning Spray

• Herbal Essence Hello Hydration Conditioner

• Renpure Biotin & Collagen Conditioner

Product Sets

• Tresemme Shampoo and Conditioner Set, Color Revitalize

• Taliah Waajid Scalp Care Follicle Therapy

Oils

• Pompeian USDA Organic Smooth Extra Virgin Olive Oil

• Pompeian 100% Grapeseed Oil

• Avohass Mexico USDA Organic Certified Extra Virgin Avocado Oil

• Smell Good African Shea Butter

• Dabur Amla Hair Oil

Although there is a plethora of products that would be a perfect addition to any loc journey, these are my favorite go to products at home and at the salon. All are vegan, not tested on animals, sulfate free, and best of all they are all water soluble.

***Bonus: Here are a few more products & tools I have available at home for my own personal loc journey. Check these out to see if they would be beneficial for you too.

Vitamins & Supplements

*Please check with your doctor before taking a new supplement - I am not a healthcare professional.

• Spring Valley Adult Gummy Hair, Skin, & Nails w/2500 mcg of Biotin

• Nature's Bounty Vitamin C Chewable

• Nature's Bounty Hair, Skin, & Nail Vitamins

Tools

• Satin Bonnet

• Satin Lined Hats

• Misting Spray Water Bottle

• Stocking Caps - Great for new loc washing.

• Narrow Tip Applicator Bottle

Overall, although locs are not maintenance free, there is beauty in the simplicity for caring for them.

If you try any of these products leave a comment below. I would love to hear your thoughts or if you have a favorite product feel free to share it below.