almond eyes
Well-Known Member
I tried this method twice this week (not using the cherry lola, baking soda, or ACV for my rinses) and I liked it, but I'm not a wash n go person, especially now that winter is coming. I've only used water on my hair in the morning to freshen it up and my hair feels soft and nice. I still have definition at the very ends of each clump and if I stick my fingers into my hair I can feel the definition at the roots as well.
I think that for me the key to seeing the curls all the way to my roots was separating the hair (i.e. the manipulation) for the clay phase. I've been doing clay washes regularly for the past few years and so I did already have some clumping.
I'm wondering if I have been able to retain the moisture from sealing my hair with oil instead of gel and also regular wetting (not just misting) like @almond eyes suggested.
I don't know if oil will work best because it may just sit on top of your hair because oil is not a moisturiser but a sealant though oil is great for medium and longer natural hair because it is the ends that benefit. The roots usually have enough sebum. Try and see if something with a bit of aloe, water, oil and glycerin may help. And also try the leave in humectant coming straight out of a shower or serious sink wetting session not just misting.
Best,
Almond Eyes