Natural Hair Regimen

(updated December 18th 2015)
CLICK HERE For most updated Wash Routine, follow my WASH DAY DIARY
(My regimen while transitioning: Month 9-12)
Big Chop November 17, 2012 after 1 year transitioning
 

Once a week
  • Section hair into four parts
  • Spritz each section with water and apply Extra Virgin Coconut Oil  and then apply a rinse out conditioner and twist
Click here or watch below to see how to detangle




  • When all sections are done, cover hair with plastic cap and thick knitted cap overnight.

Cleansing
  • Check my scalp: If I notice any dandruff or excessive dryness, purify my scalp with Shea Moisture Purification Masque or Trader Joe's Tea Tree Tingle Shampoo

  • Co-wash: Wash with a moisturizing conditioner or a co-wash cleansing conditioner
  • Deep condition hair for 30 minutes using Thermal Hair Care Hot Head cap
  • Finish with a cold water rinse or rice water rinse and spritz with Water and Aloe Vera Juice

Post-Wash Routine
  • Apply Leave In Conditioner
  • Apply Oil Mix, and Moisturizer Cream (LOC Method).



    Light Protein Treatment
  • Apply Aubrey Organics GBP Conditioner for 15 mins to dry hair
  • Detangle hair using a mixture of conditioner, water, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
  • Rinse off
Cleansing
  • Wash hair with a sulfate free shampoo
  • Apply a rinse out conditioner for 5 mins
     
Deep Conditioner
  • Apply a moisturizing deep conditioner
  • Cover hair with plastic cap and a thick knitted hat for at least 30 mins
  • Apply a rinse out conditioner for 2 mins
  • Finish with a cold water rinse and spritz with Water and Aloe Vera Juice
Post-Wash Routine
  • Apply Leave In Conditioner
  • Apply Oil Mix, and Moisturizer Cream (LOC Method).
  • Seal ends of hair with Whipped Shea Butter

My hair texture

 

Hot Oil Treatment/ Oil Rinsing
  • Apply mixture of oils (depending on the condition of hair) to hair. Make sure oil is heated

Cleansing
  • Wash hair with a clarifying shampoo or do Bentonite Clay Treatment
  • Apply a rinse out conditioner for 5 mins

    Deep Conditioner
    • Apply deep conditioner
    • Cover hair with plastic cap and a thick knitted hat for at least 30 mins
    • Apply a rinse out conditioner for 2 mins
    • Finish with a cold water rinse and spritz with Water and Aloe Vera Juice

ALTERNATIVE: When I do not have time to make my mix
I use Naturalicious Rhassoul 5-in-1 Clay Mix.

    Post-Wash Routine
    • Apply Leave In Conditioner
    • Apply Oil Mix, and Moisturizer Cream (LOC Method).
    • Seal ends of hair with Whipped Shea Butter

If during the week, I need to wash my hair, I will only Co-Wash and follow up with the Post Wash Routine


 Cleansing



Deep Conditioning


Post Wash

Check out my Hair Gallery for all the styles I have ever worn.
Night Routine
  • Always wear a satin bonnet or scarf, and use satin pillowcase

Comments

  1. Olub20September 12, 2012 at 10:59 PM

    Great Information. NappyFu is doing a sheamoisture giveaway on YouTube. check it out if you like. www.facebook.com/nappyfu.

    Keep posting buddy we are definitely reading. Oh by the way I came across your page via alicia james.

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    1. DiscoveringNaturalSeptember 13, 2012 at 5:15 AM

      Thanks, I will definitely check out NappyFu. I love Alicia James' blog and channel. She is very talented in so many ways.

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  2. ahutton61December 31, 2013 at 1:40 PM

    Hey thanks I didn't know they had a new line. Iv'e just started a blog also and would like you to check it out http://iamlove1961.blogspot.com. Please check it out and tell me what you think. I except all criticism and appreciate anything you can help me with.

    Thanks and Happy New Year.

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    1. DiscoveringNaturalJanuary 8, 2014 at 3:41 PM

      Thanks and Happy New Year. I will check out your blog.

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  3. MarySeptember 26, 2014 at 1:45 PM

    Awesome! Thank you for sharing your hair regimen. Will try them soon. Have a great day!

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    1. DiscoveringNaturalSeptember 26, 2014 at 2:12 PM

      Thanks for reading and commenting, Mary. For more weekly up to date hair care, read my Wash Day Dairy. http://discoveringnatural.blogspot.com/search/label/Wash%20Day%20Diary

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  4. UnknownOctober 1, 2014 at 11:56 AM

    my edges have fallen out my hair is dry can you please tell me how to get my edges back and keep my hair moist

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    1. DiscoveringNaturalOctober 2, 2014 at 12:45 PM

      Here are some tips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-x_jiQDBNkU&list=PL225896DC8B2C76C3&index=47

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  5. UnknownDecember 19, 2014 at 2:48 PM

    I love this blog...keep up the good work!

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  6. DiscoveringNaturalDecember 24, 2014 at 5:55 AM

    Thanks for finding our channel.
    To answer #1. I wash and deep condition weekly. If during the week, I feel that I need more moisture, I cowash.

    The answer to #2 is yes. When using protein treatment, I make sure to do a moisture deep conditioning.

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  7. UnknownMay 24, 2016 at 9:02 AM

    Natural Hair Treatment - Send gray away and reverse White hair causes with our amazing treatment! If color and other remedies haven't worked, don't cover the hairs - we have a cure!

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  8. UnknownSeptember 2, 2018 at 12:56 PM

    Do you know of any regiment for alopecia from chemical damage. I'd been told that I have no hair follicles so my hair won't grow is that true.

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