Keracare Foam-Wrap Set Lotion Works Wonders

So today I finally decided that it was time to apply my relaxer( believe me, its been too long already!) So of course, I used Africa's Best Organics Relaxer, Creme of Nature Detangling Shampoo, and Aphogee 2-minute. I had just picked up a very pricey bottle of Keracare wrap/setting lotion for $16 bucks! My mom's hair stylist swears by this stuff, so I forked over the cash...I immediately applied the foam to my entire hair and begin to roll(medium sized rollers) and sat underneath the dryer for about an hour and a half, if that long. I was really impressed with my results! My hair has never been this bouncy and curls so well-defined using other setting lotions. I see what all of the fuss is about!

Pros: Can  be used easily to wrap an roller set hair, leaves hair very soft, no flaking, no build up of product on the hair, curls well defined.

Cons: The price is steep...$16.99 at my local beauty supply store.

Co-wash with Suave Coconut Conditioner

Co-washing is a new word in my vocabulary. I didn't even realize that some women use conditioner to wash their hair! I got all of this great information, by the way from http://www.hairliciousinc.com. The co-washing method of washing one's hair is suppose to not strip the hair of its natural oils as when using shampoos. I used a really cheap brand: Suave Coconut Conditioner, mixed with a bit of Lustrasilk Cholesterol. Some people co-wash 2-3 times per week. I will probably co-wash weekly...and its easy to do!



Simple steps:

• I lathered my hair with the conditioner as if I was using shampoo while in the shower
• Added a small amount of Lustrasilk conditioner
• Put a plastic cap on my hair while I showered
• 5-10 minutes later, I washed it out...DONE!

Afterward, I used castor oil (lightly) through my entire hair, used Lustrasilk Olive Oil Hair Lotion, and I let it air dry over night while I slept. The next morning, my hair felt wonderfully soft. I used my regular curling iron to straighten the rest out and here are my results:  I'm 10 weeks post relaxer by the way!