Hey Curlies,
There is currently a blizzard outside and I just came home from shopping. When I got inside, I had tons of snow in my hair. This isn’t the first time this is going to happen, its the winter time. This time of year is one that is most important for those with natural hair. It is all about maintaining moisture levels to keep hair from become dry and brittle.
No matter what style my hair is in, every morning and night, I moisturize and seal my hair. It is just one of the basic rules in caring for natural hair. In order to complete this process, some who have natural hair use the LOC method. The LOC method consist of:
L- applying a liquid to hair (ex: Jane Carter’s Solution leave-in conditioner)
O- applying an oil to hair (ex: Vitamin E oil)
C- applying a cream to hair (ex: Shea Moisture’s Curl Enhancing Smoothie)
This is a very popular method used by lots, but my method is slightly different. My process only consist of either a liquid/cream and and oil. I never apply all three at once. Not to say that anything is wrong with the LOC method, its just that applying all three tends to weigh my hair down.
So what are some great oils to seal in your moisture?
- Coconut oil
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil (yes, the one you cook with)
- Shea Butter
- Argan Oil
- Tea Tree Oil
- Jojoba Oil
- Castor Oil
- Vitamin E Oil
- Avocado Oil
LaKeda,
Try finding products that are in spray bottles. Leave in conditioners and oils. This way you can lightly mist your hair and you won't have much or any shrinkage.
I have a question. I wear lots of 2 strand twistouts and have a mix of 4b/c hair; so naturally very course, dry, with a tight curl pattern. What is the best way to LOC when adding water will revert my style, for those time when I dont retwist at night?
I've been doing the LOC method, and I have to say it's been working pretty well for me.