BASIC HAIR CARE NEEDS FOR TRANSITIONING HAIR
Hey all! We get many questions about what products we used during our transition from relaxed to natural. We used many, but these are the staple products that we actually re-purchased time and time again. We believe these products can work for many different hair types, as we used it on all 3 different coil patterns--and found success! If you already have a hair regimen with some good, trusty products in your drawer, then make sure to stick with it! If you are looking for a particular product to add to your regimen, we hope this "arsenal" of products can help you as much as it helped us.
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| Silk Elements Megasilk Conditioner |
OUR DEEP CONDITIONING TREATMENT.
I can't explain how this particular conditioner (Silk Elements Megasilk Conditioner) helped us with our transitioning hair. Both relaxed and natural textures appreciated this product! HOW WE USED IT: We used this as a deep conditioner. Slathered it on, bunned or twisted sections (approximately 6), and put a plastic cap for some heat. At times we would go under the dryer with the plastic cap for some extra heat penetration. Afterwards, our hair felt soft, easily detangled, and moisturized. It can be used as a regular conditioner as well (I believe that's what it actually is). For sure this was a transitioning hair staple. |
| Kinky Curly Knot Today Leave In Moisturizer |
When oils were added to this, our hair became soft, kept moisture well, and could give a nice definition to twist outs, braid outs, etc. Since Jojoba oil is not easily found on popular store shelves, we order ours online.OUR CLEANSER: Washing transitioning hair can become a nightmare if the right products and techniques are not used. This Shampoo by Shea Moisture (Organic Coconut & Hibiscus Curl Control Shampoo) is a creamy cleanser that satisfies the cleansing portion of your hair care regimen without causing dryness and making your hair feel "stripped". A little goes a long way, so use sparingly. We loved that it didn't cause our hair to tangle and knot as some shampoos tend to do.
OUR GEL: The Taliah Waajid "Lock It Up" Gel was great for Dimples and I during our transition! Our coils are tighter than T's, so we needed the jelly hold that this gave. I used it on my natural roots to give a nice hold or "set" for my two strand twists. It has a jelly like consistency. It provides a nice hold without crunch or flakes
WHEN WE FLAT IRON: We used this light oil substance on blow dried hair to add sheen and protect our
ends from breaking or splitting. This product is perfect for flat ironing or
applying any kind of heat to hair. It doesn’t cause greasy-ness and keeps away
frizz producing longer lasting straightness. It has a great coconut scent that’s
not too strong & has natural healthy ingredients. Using this product when
straightening hair leaves it feeling silky and smooth. This product can also be
used on curly hair, by applying after a wash and go to keep hair from frizzing.Below, I link other items that we had in our stash during our transition (and continue to use to present day! They were especially important during our transitioning period in order to create 1 consistent texture for styling. Congratulations on your Transition & Don't forget to Have Fun!
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Thanks for this post. Very helpful. I've been transitioning for about 8 mnths now and I wanted to find some products that would be useful for mine and my mother's hair. Also LOVE your YouTube videos! ;)
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ReplyDeleteI started transitioning in July of this year and so far I got micros and I really been watching alot of your youtube videos, which they have been very helpful as well as this website. Very helpful! Just looking for some good products to use.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your transitioning. I loved to play with braided extensions when I was transitioning! Remember to moisturize (I had 2 learn that the hard way LOL). Thanks for the message Love!
DeleteThank you so much for the information. I finally get to start my journey right now I'm going on one month without an relaxer. I don't want to do the big chop so I'm going to cut the perm ends every 2 months. I have now only one question. What styles do you do when transitioning ? Is their any vitamins or any oils I can use to make my hair longer, stronger and thicker. Right now my hair is damaged and i made a promise to myself I'm going along with this journey. I started this for a year and started to cry and permed my hair. I regretted it.
ReplyDeleteHey Doll! Thanks for the love. We appreciate it lots. Congratulations on your transitioning! Have fun with it! My favorite texture while transitioning was to braid my natural hair, and then put perm rod rollers on the relaxed hair. This texture lasted for at least 5-7 days, and I was able to style it easily (ponytails, buns, wear it down, whatever. When I was 1-4 months into my transition, I will admit to flat ironing at first. BUT later found out that I could easily moisturize my new growth (by doing deep conditioning, also re-moisturizing with water and sealing with leave in/and oils). Lay the hairline down at nights with a satin scarf (in the morning the hairline was nice and smooth). You can do this. You will do it. Keep watching videos (so many people helped me out on YT). Holla if you have any more questions. Thanks Chica!
DeleteOne thing I can totally appreciate about your channel and blog is that you make EVERYONE feel comfortable. I have seen so many natural hair blogs/youtube channels that spew so much hatred regarding relaxers (and people who relax) that it turned me off to even supporting them. I recently decided that I wanted to transition to natural hair out of curiousity about what my natural texture looks like (I have been relaxed almost all my life) and I am kind of excited (never thought I would be). I am currently WL with texlaxed hair and am kinda scared that maybe my transition will be harder due to the thickness and length of my hair. I have no desire to BC because I love my length, I just hope I will be able to retain SOME length through my trasition (not in a HUGE hurry to be fully natural, so I don't mind a long transition). I just wanted to thank you for the positive and welcoming vibe you have for EVERYONE whether relaxed, natural, or in-between.
ReplyDeleteThanks Babes! We don't need any more divide LOL! Hair is Hair--that's my take on it. It does get wild even within the "natural" hair world. That group can be divided even further! Congratulations on checking out your hair texture! It was exciting to me because I had never seen mine in all of my life (I've seen toddler pictures of myself LOL). Have fun with it. I like that you're not in a hurry, you'll get to enjoy each stage. Month 4, and 5 is a bit tricky (mostly if you're not used to relaxing later than 12 weeks). The hair that you'll see may be rough--but THAT WILL PASS. Give it time--don't skip a weekly deep condition! Thanks so much for your message, we appreciate you ATL
DeleteI will give it time and I hope to enjoy each stage (although I am SURE there will be some rough hair days ahead)! Thanks sis and keep up the good work!
Deleteim really trying to get this curl off to naturalcan somebody please help
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ReplyDeleteHi I am so inspired by your posts and transition that I have made up my mind to go for it. So far 2 or 3 monthsperm free. Honestly not wanting to go to salon for touch up. ..ugggh... Anyway I think ima go for it, my only problem is im not very good at all doing my hair in a natural state. I cant braid or plat to make a decent presentation so I throw it in a pony tail. My fear is im damaging it in this style. Its a chore to part and comb as its shoulder length. I see the products use suggest; but can you advise the 1st 2 to 3 to start out with including shampoo conditioner and/or moisturizer? Where you purchased?
ReplyDeleteHi, Thank you so much for this post!very much appreciated. I am 11months post relaxer and I was always disappointed when my twists dint turn out as lovely as the ones I see on youtube videos...after reading this; am sure my hair will look waaay better..
ReplyDeleteU have inspired me to go natural with my daughter she is 6yrs b old and has no chemicals. I'm learning to take care of her hair. I figured why not grow out my perm. I'm not willing to cut my hair all off so how do I do this
ReplyDeleteHavent had a perm in three months and it is very hard when i walk in a store and seem them.So i am going to do this style and see how it goes cause it was really cute....plus my hair is dry alot and when i detangle it breaks alittle
ReplyDeleteYou can do it! Keep it moisturized for sure--will help avoid the breakage. If you can get past month 7--then everything gets much easier.
DeleteDealing with curly hair my whole life has been quite the hassle! I see all these women with exquisite hair and wish I could get mine to look like that. I will try these tips and begin my journey from a nappy natural nuisance to luscious locks.
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