Update on my "Retaining Moisture" Regimen
Hey guys,
Just wanted to give you a quick update on how I've been retaining moisture in these cooler months.
One really important thing I've learned is that using vegetable glycerin in the cooler months (lower moisture content in the air) is NOT a good idea! Because glycerin is a humectant (meaning it draws moisture away from its surroundings), AND there is hardly any moisture in the air in the winter months...guess where it's drawing away this moisture from now?? Yep, you guessed it.. YOUR HAIR (NOT a good look!).
So I've revamped my regimen and this is what I do now, which has left my hair feeling softer than ever before!
So my regimen consists of a coconut oil scalp massage, an oil-based spritz and a cream (both HOMEMADE)
1. Coconut Oil Scalp Massage
So immediately after washing, I give my scalp a good massage with organic coconut oil. This is a very light oil, and actually is absorbed by your scalp.
2. Oil-based Spritz
This is a mixture (and no measuring here) of sweet almond oil, extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), castor oil and a hint of lemon oil (for fragrance). You can really play around with what oils you use too. I've switched around, using jojoba oil, avocado oil, and safflower oil. EVOO and castor oil are definitely two of my favorites though. Castor oil has a slightly thicker consistency, and really coats my hair strands well.
3. Hair Cream
I've definitely played around with the proportions of this as well, but the main ingredients are unrefined raw shea butter, coconut oil and cocoa butter. Cocoa butter is a new FAVE of mine for both my hair and my face. It has such a creamy texture when mixed with coconut oil, and the scent is divine! I usually add some drops of jojoba oil, peppermint oil, sweet almond oil and EVOO to allow for more a creamy consistency of the overall blend.
*Sidenote: I've been making some of my own hair products because I haven't really found something commercial yet that does what I want for my hair (or is in my price range). So until then...I'll keep mixing away! : )
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Hey guys,
Just wanted to give you a quick update on how I've been retaining moisture in these cooler months.
One really important thing I've learned is that using vegetable glycerin in the cooler months (lower moisture content in the air) is NOT a good idea! Because glycerin is a humectant (meaning it draws moisture away from its surroundings), AND there is hardly any moisture in the air in the winter months...guess where it's drawing away this moisture from now?? Yep, you guessed it.. YOUR HAIR (NOT a good look!).
So I've revamped my regimen and this is what I do now, which has left my hair feeling softer than ever before!
So my regimen consists of a coconut oil scalp massage, an oil-based spritz and a cream (both HOMEMADE)
1. Coconut Oil Scalp Massage
So immediately after washing, I give my scalp a good massage with organic coconut oil. This is a very light oil, and actually is absorbed by your scalp.
2. Oil-based Spritz
This is a mixture (and no measuring here) of sweet almond oil, extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), castor oil and a hint of lemon oil (for fragrance). You can really play around with what oils you use too. I've switched around, using jojoba oil, avocado oil, and safflower oil. EVOO and castor oil are definitely two of my favorites though. Castor oil has a slightly thicker consistency, and really coats my hair strands well.
3. Hair Cream
I've definitely played around with the proportions of this as well, but the main ingredients are unrefined raw shea butter, coconut oil and cocoa butter. Cocoa butter is a new FAVE of mine for both my hair and my face. It has such a creamy texture when mixed with coconut oil, and the scent is divine! I usually add some drops of jojoba oil, peppermint oil, sweet almond oil and EVOO to allow for more a creamy consistency of the overall blend.
*Sidenote: I've been making some of my own hair products because I haven't really found something commercial yet that does what I want for my hair (or is in my price range). So until then...I'll keep mixing away! : )
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