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                       CURLS AND KINKS TOP 10 FAVOURITE NATURAL HAIR PRODUCTS

 

Natural Hair has been and will always be a LIFESTYLE never a ‘trend’! So rocking it with great Pride and showing it great Care is what we do best, PERIODT!
Get into our TOP 10 Favourites for your Natural Tresses.





     1. Oats & Honey by Mielle Organic Hair Products – Any and Everything from this black owned brand is DA -bomb baby. I LIVE for the entire new line “Oats & Honey” especially that soothing leave-in conditioner for sensitive scalps. The Rx Range namely the Hawaiian Ginger is just Devine.
This brand is very meticulous in the selection of the ingredients that make up their products, which is so awesome!


     2. Long & Luxe by As I Am – The “Long Luxe” Range specifically the Curl Enhancing Smoothie. Girlfriend listen this right here is the best for textures 3C-4C. Them curls and kinks will look like juicy ripen fruits, just gorgeous! For best results cocktail with other products.
Using your fingers to curl & coil or you can try using a de-tangle type brush. You can choose to heat defuse or let your hair dry naturally. Sis your wash and go would be a hit I promise!


      3. Pattern by Tracee Ellis Ross – Now I’m not a fan of celebs and their brands as I believe they are just the faces and have no clue about the products, its ingredients and it’s true use. However this chick did her THANG with this range she wholeheartedly is in this to help the natural hair community and not after a big pay day! Tracee's Leave-In conditioner is ideal for all natural textures.
Y’all see that heavy conditioner, It is truly ‘HEAVY’ on moisturising and nourishing literally every strand. I stumbled upon this product by mistake. A friend received it in a swag bag give away, She was like I think this is for your hair type. Needless to say I tried it and I loved it. I’ve been recommending this range to all my clients especially those with coily, curly and kinky textures (3A-4C).


   4. Pure Afro by Vernon Francois – Yo let me put you on game. He has this plant based hold & shine serum (very light,) this product is fire! I use it to lay my curled baby hairs after slaying a style like knot-less braids or fun stitch braids. Them fine baby hairs be swooped and girl they stay ALL day!


     5. Detangler Brush by Felicia Leatherwood – Sis this wide bristle brush ‘busin busin’ no lie. It helps to eliminate knots with its easy manageable handle. This is in heavy rotation in our natural hair studio and our clients love it.



   6. Moisture & Control Deep Treatment Hair Masque by Oribe – Looking for Luxury for your natural tresses right here MA! This masque leaves your hair feeling like a million dollars. Darling this is an excellent one off splurge that you deserve so get it. I promise you won’t regret it!


  7. Jamaican Castor Oil Strengthen Grow & Restore by Shea Moisture – When I tell you this does as it says on the jar, Ideal for 4A-C hair types. Dried and damaged hair restores like new, this works well on heat damaged hair or chemically processed hair.

 For best results after application, wrap your hair in a shower cap and sit under a hooded dryer or steamer. This helps to open the cuticle layer and pores so the product works well.



    8. Rosemary Mint Scalp & Hair Strengthening Oil by Mielle Organic Hair Products – Any oil with peppermint listed as an ingredient is sure to give your scalp a soothing, tingly feeling. Not only does this product stimulate circulation in the scalp, but the Biotin-infused oil also promotes hair growth.

 I love cocktailing this product with a deep conditioning hair masque or conditioning cream as a treatment or a moisturising layer for damaged tresses.

 

                  9. Ampro Shine and Jam by Magic Fingers Stasha Harris - This product is nothing short of amazing! A braiders secret weapon, Giving you a perfect hold for all your braiding needs. I enjoy using  this to do my clients stitch and feed-in braids. Best believe a little goes a long way once used correctly.


            10. Mouldin Gel Wax by Stylin' Dredz - This tea tree  and castor oil infused gel wax is perfect for styling your Locs. It leaves your retwist neat and smooth with a shiny fresh finish! I would highly recommend to all Natural Hairstylist and Loctician.









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by Natalie Glaud • 15 Jan, 2022
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Curls and Kinks Q &A (Hair Tips)

by Natalie Glaud (CurlsandKinks) • 30 Nov, 2020
PROTECTIVE STYLING – What am I really protecting my hair from, And what are some examples of these? CK – This method can be classified into two categories No Manipulated and Low Manipulated. No manipulated protective method is basically wearing your natural hair in styles that prevent manipulation, a classic example is a 2 strand twist which leads to the promotion of hair growth. Low manipulated styles not only are they protective but also put little tension on the hair follicle, such examples include Crochet braid style, light knot-less braid, passion twists, Senegalese twists. Long and heavy box braids or faux locs are beautiful natural looks, but such styles can put serious tension on the hair follicle if constantly manipulated and left in over long periods. I always advise my clients to chose the best extensions for their hair type, have regular hair treatments before and after they put in or take down their extensions. Allow their natural hair to breathe for a while after taking out your extensions (preferably two weeks or more before putting them in.) While your extensions are in cleanse/co-wash & moisturise your scalp using a dry shampoo/conditioner and natural oils. EXTENTIONS – Are braids or any extensions good for my natural hair i.e are they considered protective hair styles? CK – The answer to that is both YES and NO. What I have learned in 13 years as a natural hair stylist is choosing the right extensions for your hair type is key. I suggest doing LOW MANIPULATED extensions during certain times of the year or when on vacation. For e.g fall/winter is the best time to do protective styling. Protective extensions are effect during harsh weather conditions and chlorinated water.

Word in the Streets ( Todays' Hair Terminology)

by Natalie Glaud (CurlsandKinks) • 30 Nov, 2020
ACV (Apple Cider Vinegar) This ingredient is used as an anti – fungal/inflammatory treatment. An ACV detox rinse helps remove bacteria and excess product from the scalp and hair, leaving it shinier. Speak with your natural stylist about this treatment. AWS Andre Walker System. The renowned stylist to the stars Andre Walker classified hair textures into categories 1 – 4. Afro & Mixed textured hair start from 3A – 4C learning your hair type allows you to create an optimal hair care regimen specific to you. “Girl if you don’t know you betta ask somebody!” BC (Big Chop) This refers to completely cutting off chemically treated hair leaving behind only natural strands. Sometimes staring over seems daunting but that Transitioning journey is needed Sis. CO-WASH Here you cleanse the hair using conditioner rather than shampoo. DC (Deep Conditioning) To put it in simple terms DC helps put moisture back into the hair. This can be done by adding conditioner to the hair for an extended period of time also using some heat source to penetrate each hair strand. LOC or LCO With this Method we use three different products, Liquid - Oil - Conditioner or Liquid – Conditioner – Oil in that order. This method helps to seal in moisture into each hair strand. PRE-POO Basically conditioner is applied to the hair prior to cleansing with shampoo, all my NaturalistA’s know this step is vital in the de-tangling process. PROTECTIVE STYLING This method can be classified into two categories No Manipulated and Low Manipulated. No manipulated protective method is basically wearing your natural hair in styles that prevent manipulation, classic examples are 2 strand twist, comb twists and flat 2 strand twists these styles can lead to the promotion of hair growth. Low manipulated protective methods are styles that not only are protective but also put little tension on the hair follicle, such examples include basic cornrows with ones own natural hair or with extensions, crochet braid style, light knot-less braid, passion twists, Senegalese twists. Long and heavy box braids or faux locs are beautiful natural looks, but such styles can put serious tension on the hair follicle if constantly manipulated and left in over long periods of time, this can also lead to your hair locing. What I have learned in 13 years as a natural hair stylist is choosing the right extensions for your hair type is key. I suggest doing LOW MANIPULATED extensions during certain times of the year or when going on vacation. For e.g fall/winter is the best time to do protective styling. Protective extensions are beneficial during harsh weather conditions., also during the summer vacations while swimming in chlorinated water. Sis always remember to have regular hair treatments before and after you put them in or take your extensions down. Allow your natural hair to breathe for a while after taking out your extensions (preferably two weeks or more before putting them in again.) While your extensions are in CLEANSE/CO-WASH and MOISTURISE your scalp using a cleansing shampoo/conditioner and natural oils (preferably a cleanser with tea tree, witch hazel, rosemary or mint). RAKE & SHAKE This is a technique where your fingers or a rake brush is used to define small sections of your hair. The LOC or LCO method is applied to make your curls or kinks pop, diffuse or air dry then shake and go. SILK PRESS Hot combs are played out. A Silk Press is where its’ at girl! Here we use high quality flat irons and heat protectors which gives the hair the appearance of a relaxer – type look. Ask your stylist about this stlye' TWA This is what we call a teeny weeny AFRO. These can be styled in cute yet chic ways and can be SLAYED with a touch of colour. TWA's look fly on anyone, ask you stylist about this style. WnG (Wash and Go) Work is hectic, life is stressful but Sis your natural hair should be the least of your worries. Style it by first using a good moisturising shampoo and conditioner. Then applying a good moisture based product with just a lil gel fingers raking small sections or using a rake brush those CURLS and KINKS will be 'poppin'. Complete this No manipulated style with a diffuser or air – drying.
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