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Bring out your favorite winter hats! It is time to protect our scalps and ends from the cold, crisp air of fall and winter. Wearing hats can help you retain moisture in your hair. For curlies it can be a challenge to wear hats because of our big and voluminous hair, but it no longer has to be a challenge. Check out these hairstyles to wear with your winter hats. Trust me, they will make you stand out.

Braid Out, Twists, and Tucked Away

 

Braid outs and twist outs are styles that are very easy to achieve. While styling your hair, make sure that you apply a generous amount of leave-in conditioner and an oil or butter to keep your hair moisturized. It will also help you achieve a defined twist out that can last for days. If you are concerned about your hair rubbing against the material of your hat, then sew or clip a satin cap in your hat. Do not want to take your twists out? Wear them out or tuck them away! Naptural85 shows us how to wear your hair loose, twisted, and tucked away with some neat tricks in this video.  

Tuck and Pin, Pompadour, and Low Bun

You can still style your hair in updos with your hats. The tuck and pin and bun are great options. You can also add a pompadour to spice it up! As always, if you tuck your hair away, make sure your ends are properly moisturized. For these styles you will need a lot of bobby pins. SimplYounique shows us how these hairstyles with her twists. You can still achieve these styles without the twists.  

Fishtail Braid or Simple Braid

A braid is simple and super fast. You can also try the trendy fishtail braid if you would like a challenge. Melissa Denise shows a detailed tutorial of how to create this trendy look on her straightened curls. After you complete your braid, put on your favorite winter hat. This is a great option if you also heat style your hair. You can put your hair into a braid until washday. Do you have side bangs? A side swept bang can also make this look stand out. If you decide to wear your side bang, it may be easy if you use a bobby pin to keep your bang in place.

These are just a few of the styles that you can create with hats. Do not be afraid to mix or match. Experiment to see what works best with your hair and the style of your hat. What are your favorite hairstyles when you wear your winter hats? What new styles are you going to try this year?

How do you wear your hair under hats?

Tucuma butter comes from the fruit of a tucuma tree and has similar properties as murumuru butter. The butter can provide the hair with shine and seal moisture. Since the cold weather is here, you may want to try a new butter. There are many ways that you can incorporate this butter in your regimen. If you are a DIYer, you can try the tucuma butter alone or create your own whipped butters. Make sure you add a few of your favorite carrier oils and an essential oil if you would like to create a scented butter. DIY is not your thing? You can also try products that already contain tucuma butter like the ones listed here!

Treating your dandruff in the winter is a bit different than treating it in the warmer months. Your scalp is more likely to be exposed to cold air, which can cause increased dryness and irritation. We have to not only constantly moisturize our hair, but also keep our scalps clean to avoid buildup. Before we talk about treatments, this next tip is essential to the treatment process.

First, you should make sure that you have dandruff and not a dry scalp. I suggest scheduling an appointment with a dermatologist or trichologist to confirm whether it is dandruff and if you need a special medicated shampoo or oil. Although dandruff cannot be cured, it can be controlled. After your doctor visit, you will have a better idea of your scalp condition and how to approach your treatment, so definitely follow the recommendations of your doctor. For those who like at-home scalp treatments and maintenance here are some helpful remedies:

ACV

ACV (apply cider vinegar”> rinses are definitely worth a try. A rinse can help balance your pH.

Dandruff Shampoo 

If your doctor did not prescribe a medicated shampoo, try one of these Top 10 Dandruff Shampoos. Look for ingredients such as tea tree oil or peppermint oil. It will help relieve the itch and also kill bacteria from your scalp. While shampooing your scalp, let the shampoo sit for five minutes to allow the shampoo to work its magic. It is also best if you shampoo your hair once a week or twice if you regularly exercise. It is important to keep the scalp clean.

Scalp Massage

Scalp massages can also help control your dandruff. Coconut oil, peppermint oil, and tea tree oil are great options for a massage. Try scheduling a scalp massage twice a week to keep it moisturized. It will also help you relax.

Watch Your Products

Try not to use too many different products and brands at once. Different brands use different ingredients and they can react to the other products in your regimen.  Stick to one or two brands so you can monitor your flakes and see what causes them to worsen.

Hydrate

Make sure that you keep your body hydrated. Drink at least eight glasses of water each day. It will help flush your system. Remember, you scalp is skin too! What you put in your body will show by the way your hair and skin looks. You will be surprised how something simple as drinking water can help your skin.

Take Note

I recommend keeping a journal to write down all of your observations while you are treating your scalp. It is a great reference to review, especially when you want to know if a regimen is working. If you need to schedule a visit to the doctor, your journal is a great way to share your observations with your doctor.

What are your favorite tips for controlling dandruff? Is there a certain product that helps control your flakes?

Grab your favorite oils and get ready to treat your curls, tis’ the season for a hot oil treatment. It is smart to change your regimen to suit your climate, and cold weather calls for hot oil. Whether you are well-acquainted with this method or hot oil is new to you, these tips will give you the most out of your next treatment.

Why do a hot oil treatment?

Hot oil treatments can improve the health of your hair by adding softness, which leads to easier to maintenance and styling. Hot oil treatments can also help treat scalp conditions, when used regularly. We have to take extra care of our curls because they are more fragile during this time of year, as the cold air causes dryness with our hair and skin. 

How to choose your oil

Before you select an oil, you should ask yourself why you are giving your hair a hot oil treatment. Are your curls dry and dull? Are you experiencing breakage and want to prevent split ends? Answering these questions will help determine the best oil for your needs. If you are looking for an oil that will help your curls better retain moisture, then argan oil and olive oil are great options. If you are looking to strengthen your hair, coconut oil can help treat your hair. You can also select oil based on your curl pattern. If you have wavy or Type 2 hair, you should want to try a lightweight oil to prevent your hair from weighing down. If your curls are tighter, you might want to try a heavier oil. Tighter curl patterns are more prone to dryness, as the hair shaft tends to be more open in comparison with looser textures or straight hair.

How to heat the oil

There are various ways to heat the oil, with one option being the microwave. You can pour the desired amount of oil in a microwavable bowl and warm the oil for about 30 seconds. Still not hot enough for you? Try 10-second intervals and check the temperature.

Remember that your scalp is more sensitive than your fingers, so do test drops by applying a small amount on your fingers and placing it on your scalp. Is your oil already in a bottle? You can also heat water in a double boiler pot on the stove and place the bottle in the water. It should not take long for the oil to warm up. If both of these options are not for you, you can apply the oil to your hair and sit under a hooded dryer for 15 min. If you do not have a hooded dryer, you can use a plastic cap covered by a thermal heat wrap.

Watch how Jenell B. Stewart does her hot oil treatments.

What do you use for hot oil treatments?

It is essential that we keep our hair moisturized during the winter months because curly hair is more prone to dryness and breakage. This means that we have to take the extra time to properly moisturize our hair from the roots to the ends. Many curlies use the LOC Method to properly moisturize their curls. This method can be adjusted based on your personal preference, but each step is intended to seal moisture. Since the winter months are approaching, some curlies have to change their regimen and hair products. A thick hair oil enhances to a curly’s winter regimen because it will provide more protection due to the colder weather. The oil can help seal the moisture from the leave-in conditioner or butter/cream that is applied to your hair. Thick oil can also protect your ends by preventing breakage and lessening split ends, especially from rubbing against your favorite winter sweaters and scarves. In addition, thick oil will give your hair long-lasting moisture where you will not have to moisturize your hair as often. If you are looking for a new thick oil to add to your regimen, try these five oils.

Shea butter is a popular butter that is used to seal our hair and skin with moisture. Using a shampoo with shea butter can help keep the hair hydrated, shiny, and healthy. You can easily find a shampoo with shea butter without breaking the bank. Here are our top twelve shampoos with shea butter.

The natural hair community is known for following strict hair regimens. This includes daily deep conditioning, no heat, and staying away from permanent hair colors. All of these rules can be overwhelming and leave you limited to self-expression and experimenting if you allow them to. You do not have to follow these rules. Yes, some of these rules are the basics and will actually improve the health of your hair, but just know that it is ok to take risks. Experiment with the silicone conditioner that you have had your eye on at the drug store for weeks. It is ok if you want to straighten your hair for the first time. That bold hair color that you saw in the magazine and have been craving to try, go for it! 

Need a little inspiration? Naptural85 has recently experimented with a new cut and hair color! If you have been a follower of Naptural85, you know that she has a simple hair routine and her dark coils made us fall in love. She wanted to experiment with hair color and she went for it! It looks awesome on her and she shares her salon preparation tips, balayage color + stylist on her channel. Natural Chica also experienced a recent natural hair transformation with her new cut and color. She decided to big chop her hair for the second time and chose to donate her locks. 

So are you feeling inspired and ready for change? Here are some steps that can help along the way.

Research

Take the time to research what you want to change. If you want to straighten your hair, research products and the best practices to help minimize the potential for heat damage. Want to change your hair color? Research some salons in your city for an awesome colorist and bring a lot of photos of your desired look! Do not rush the research stage. It gives you a chance to weigh the pros and cons of your decision.

Take a risk

Once you feel comfortable enough, take the risk! If you feel that you received the information that you need during the research stage, proceed forward and do not look back. Book your next appointment with your stylist to get that desired look and buy those products that you have been waiting for.

Live and learn

Take this as a learning experience. You will either love it or hate it. Regardless, you have learned from the experience and you will know whether you see yourself doing it again or not. Try not to have any regrets. Remember, this is a natural hair journey. A journey has valleys and peaks. You have to make the best of each experience. 

What desired look have you been dreaming of? What is holding you back from your favorite look?

Low porosity hair may require a different regimen than other hair types. Since low porosity hair has a tightly bound cuticle, it can be a challenge to find products to input and retain moisture. Lightweight oils are a great addition to the regimen and are easy to find. Including lightweight oils to your moisturizing routine (try the LOC method“> can help keep your hair soft and moisturized. Check out these oils that can be added to your regimen.

If you are looking for temporary color treatments, do not think you are limited. Whether you want something bright and bold or something natural, you have many options that are friendly to your curls and pockets. When it comes to color rinses, demi-permanent dyes, and semi-permanent dyes they can only deposit color, not lift, so unless you want a hue that is darker than your current or natural hair color, do not expect a temporary hair color to lighten your hair. If you do not know the difference between demi-permanent and semi-permanent hair dyes you can learn more at The Scoop on Semi, Demi, and Temporary Hair Color. For brighter color try a hair spray or chalk would be a better route to lighten your hair without lifting or permanent hair dye. Check out these Top 20 Temporary Hair Color Products:

Top 20 Temporary Hair Colors

Growing out your gray hair can be a huge, daunting decision. You may be afraid of how your curls, coils, waves, and locs will look with gray strands. You may be afraid of looking “older” and standing out from the crowd. Gray hair is definitely a personal preference, but it does not have to be as frightening as it seems.  

Where to Start

To start, really take the time and ask yourself why you would like to grow out your gray hair. Are you ready to accept your gray strands? Do you love the way your gray strands look? Do they make you feel proud and confident? Are you tired of scheduling appointments with your stylist for your color treatments? Asking these questions can really help you get to the root of the problem about why growing your gray hair is intimidating for you.

The Benefits of Going Gray

There are many benefits to growing your gray hair out. It can save money since you would not have to visit the salon for color treatments. Taking care of color is costly and also time consuming, which leads me to the next benefit, it saves time. Your appointments at the salon will be shorter since you would not be coloring your hair. This also applies to DIYers since you would not have to spend the time touching your color up with boxed hair color treatments. In addition, gray hair will make you stand out. The color is bold and will make a statement. A lot of people will stop and stare, but for a good reason. It is time for you and your silver crown and glory to shine. Lastly, these gray strands are you. They reflect the experiences that helped you grow and become the strong person that you are. Those gorgeous gray locks can be a great reminder of those experiences.

Get Inspired

There are many photos of women who are embracing their gray strands on social media, like these 8 gracefully gray curlies. Notice how they style their hair and how the gray hair flatters their face. It is time to get your social media on! Create a board on Pinterest and post pins for inspiration. Observe their confidence and how they embrace their strands. This can help you with your process. Need more inspiration? Make it a group effort with your friends. Challenge your friends and go through the process together. The love and support of your friends and family can definitely make it easier. Document your progress with photos to capture the experience. 

Silver is Trending

Not sold yet? Look around you, silver hair has become a trend. Silver highlights and full hair colors have hit the streets and a lot of people are participating. But we all know that gray/silver hair has and will always in vogue.

What are some ways that helped you grow your gray hair out? What are some encouraging words to those that are unsure?

Cupuacu butter, also known as Theobroma grandiflorum, comes from a tropical rainforest tree. This butter has extremely intense moisturizing benefits that can help maintain healthy curls. With the colder months coming up, this is a great butter that can be added to your regimen, especially if you would like to try something new. Here at the top 14 hair products with cupuacu butter.

Summer is slowly coming to an end and fall will soon be here. Since the weather will be cooler that means that we have to get our curls moisturized and add extra steps in our regimens to retain moisture. Are your curls dry? Are you seeking hair growth and length? Are you interested in adding a new oil to your regimen? There may be an oil that will spark your interest. Marula oil is extracted from seeds of a marula tree. Marula oil contains many antioxidants and fatty acids. The oil is a great source of vitamin C, is lightweight, and has a subtle scent.

2 Ways to Use Marula Oil

Sealant

Marula oil can be used to seal moisture in your curls. Combine this oil with your leave-in conditioner and butter (e.g. shea butter”> to define your curls. This can give you the shine and definition that you have been seeking for your twist outs. In addition, this great marula cocktail can help your wash and go’s last longer. To refresh your hair in the morning, lightly spritz your hair with water, add a few drop of oil on your hand, and apply to your hair. 

Scalp oil

Marula oil can also be used to aid in scalp issues such as dry scalp, dandruff, and psoriasis. Try massaging your scalp with marula oil every other night or as a pre-poo to your wash day. Massaging your scalp circulates the blood flow to stimulate hair growth, which can aid to a healthy scalp. Incorporating marula oil in these ways can help achieve bouncy and shiny curls. 

Marula oil is a great lightweight oil to incorporate into your regimen, but please do not undermine a holistic approach for healthy hair.  A healthy diet is the foundation to bouncy and shiny curls. Drink plenty of water throughout the day and indulge in a hefty serving of fruits and vegetables. Also, try to engage in physical activity daily, it doesn’t have to be for long. All of these things can contribute to shiny and bouncy curls and marula oil is the cherry on top.

When the curly community can’t find what it needs in a product, we tend to take matters into our own hands. We’ve been blown away by women concocting their own gel out of flaxseeds and creating whole product lines right from their kitchen. But, if you’re new to curly mixology (yes, it’s a thing”> we know flaxseeds can be a little daunting, so we’re sharing our favorite curly cocktails for beginners. As you’ve probably figured out by now, there’s no such thing as one-size fits all when it comes to curly hair, so here are three different cocktails specific to wavy, curly, and coily hair.

Wavy Coco Aloe Spritz

Wavy hair is prone to frizz, so this moisturizing cocktail provides light hold that won’t weigh down looser curls or fine hair.

What you’ll need:

• Trader Joe’s Tea Tree Tingle Conditioner (or your favorite rinse-out conditioner”>
• Aloe vera juice or gel
• Coconut oil
• Spray bottle 
• Water

Trader Joe’s Tea Tree Tingle Conditioner is an ideal detangler because it has plenty of slip and absorbs easily into hair. The tea tree oil smells refreshing and stimulates the scalp, which can promote hair growth. Aloe vera gel provides light hold and definition as well as natural, moisturizing benefits. Coconut oil is highly effective at penetrating the hair shaft to give it moisture, but it is also light enough to apply to wavy hair.

Instructions

1. Pour Trader Joe’s Tea Tree Tingle Conditioner into your spray bottle and dilute the conditioner with water. The measurements are based on your preferences; however, it’s best to have a liquid consistency since this mixture is your leave-in conditioner.

2. Add a teaspoon of aloe vera juice or gel to the mixture. Then, add a teaspoon of coconut oil.

3. Shake your spray bottle, and play your favorite song so you can dance like no one is watching.

4. Spray mixture in your hair.

5. Use a quarter-size amount of aloe vera gel and coconut oil, and apply to your waves for curl definition.

Curly Argan Shea Leave-In

This product cocktail is formulated to give curls shine, moisture, and definition without sacrificing their natural bounce and shape. It will prevent crunchy curls, because that’s not typically a desired look.

What you’ll need:

• Karen’s Body Beautiful Sweet Ambrosia leave-in conditioner
• Argan oil 
• Shea butter
• Small bowl
• Spoon

The Sweet Ambrosia conditioner is lightweight and includes jojoba, avocado, and coconut oils, making it gentle enough for daily use. The extra moisture from the argan oil will help to tame frizz and provide shine. The shea butter brings even more moisture and even a little extra weight to the hair, which is helpful if you want to reduce shrinkage.

Instructions

1. Place 3 tablespoons of the leave-in conditioner in the bowl. Don’t be afraid to add more if you have longer hair.

2. Add a tablespoon each of shea butter and argan oil to the mixture.

3. Mix thoroughly, and apply to hair. It may be best if you use both hands to smooth the mixture into your hair rather than raking it through with your fingers.

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Coily Shea Butter Curling Custard

The oils and butter in this cocktail will help reduce shrinkage and keep hair moisturized, without feeling heavy on your locks.

What you’ll need:

• Kinky Curly curling custard
• Olive oil
• Shea butter
• Small bowl 
• Spoon

Kinky Curly’s curling custard is seen as the holy grail of products among many coily-haired women. It’s a moisturizing gel, and a little goes a long way. Since olive oil and shea butter are both extremely moisturizing, the combination of the two can be a godsend to hair that’s feeling dry or damaged.

Instructions

1. Add 3 tablespoons of Kinky Curly curling custard into the bowl. Feel free to add more if you have longer coils.

2. Add a tablespoon of olive oil followed by a teaspoon of shea butter.

3. Mix thoroughly, and apply mixture by smoothing it over the hair rather than raking it through with your fingers. This will help define the curls.

Remember to experiment with the ratios in these hair cocktails. What works for one curly-haired girl may not be perfect for you. Once you get comfortable mixing and matching various hair products, you’ll wonder why you ever relied on any bottled formula as is.

Even though our schedules are hectic, we still have to squeeze in a work out. Whether if we enjoy running on a trail or taking a Zumba class at your local gym, physical activity is great to maintain a healthy body and can also help with healthy curls. It can be tough to manage your hair while working out, however, these sweat proof hairstyles can help you focus more on your workout and less on your hair.

Whether you are contemplating starting your natural hair journey or you are in the middle of the ride, it’s a great idea to start documenting your hair journey. It’s never too early or late! You don’t have to be a photographer or the best writer to document your journey through videos, photos, and writing. Here are the six reasons why you should document your hair journey.

Observe your growth

One reason that curlies decide to wear their hair natural is to obtain healthy, long hair. Documenting your hair growth can show how much your hair grows at a point in time. Ways to document your hair growth is to take photos and videos. A lot of curlies do length checks to measure how much their tresses have grown. How do you perform a length check? Easy, extend a cluster of strands against your body. Measure your hair and write the measurement in a journal. Make sure that you measure a variety of areas, including your crown and nape. This will also help you observe whether you are experiencing breakage.

Remember which products & hairstyles work

This is a great way to see what products work for your hair. When you try a product, you shouldn’t decide whether you like it or not based on your first experience. Try the product for at least a month and write down your experience in a journal at each use. If that product is making your hair look healthy and shiny, take photos for documentation. This gives you a chance to know which products work best so you can keep getting the results that you want. If a hair product doesn’t work, write down your experience. You may revisit it in the future and it will give you a chance to compare experiences. Also, document hairstyles and techniques in your journal. If will help you along the way to achieve the perfect twist out!

Not sure how to reuse a product after a bad first impression? Check out Oh I’m Gonna Make This Product Work! 

Monitor your health

If you keep a journal of all the products and practices that you have indulged in during your journey, it gives you a resource to fall back on. You may experience health issues such as skin/scalp problems, allergic reactions, or more serious conditions. You can look back at your journal to see what products you have used or hair supplements that you have ingested. This can lead to solving a health issue which could then lead to note what products or practices you should avoid.

Observe emotional growth

When you make the decision to wear your hair natural, you should feel confident. You have decided to wear your hair in its natural state and a lot of people are not comfortable with doing that. Document all of your emotions during your journey. You may have felt insecure during the beginning when you decided to transition or big chop. The awkward stage after your big chop could have made you unsure. Once you share all of these emotions in your journal, you will see your emotional growth once you become more confident and comfortable with your hair. It will make you feel proud! Also, include snap shots of your great hair days! Look at those photos during the times where you are not so happy with your hair. It will make you smile.

Monitor your budget

Having natural hair is not expensive, your spending habits are. Although being a product junkie affords you the opportunity to try various products, keeping up with bandwagons or scratching every itch to try every new product on the market can cause you to disregard your budget. By nature, most (not all”> hair products with higher quality of ingredients tend to be more expensive, regardless of the intended consumer (e.g. relaxed, natural”>. Documenting how often you purchase products will help you determine if you should purchase larger quantities or try another brand.

For memories

You can treat your journal like a scrapbook and document your natural hair journey for memories. This should be a happy experience for you. You’re supposed to have fun with your hair. It’s great to document when you decide to straighten your hair, change your hair color, or get that sassy cut that you always wanted. Your journal will also be there to revisit those memories.

Grab your favorite journal and start writing. You have a long journey ahead of you. Don’t be nervous! Your journal, pen, and camera are there for the ride!

Does having a physical journal seem to cumbersome? Want to be eco-friendly? Check out the Luv Naturals hairLuv Diary to document all of your progress online.

Do you document your hair journey? How has it helped?

Curls come in a different shapes and sizes. Some curls are loose, defined, or wavy. Some curls are brown, red, or indigo. Some curlies can acheive a lot of definition while others are prone to frizz. This doesn’t make you any less of a curly girl. Frizz doesn’t make you less beautiful.

I understand that it can be disappointing. Some curlies have a particular vision when they decide to wear their hair in its natural state. When magazines and ads do feature women with textured hair, they tend to primarily use women with curl definition. Much of the natural hair YouTube content is focused around attaining curl definition (hints why every company has a gel, custard, and pudding marketing to that desire”>. However, there is no need for hair envy. It can take some time to come to terms and accept the natural texture and behavior of your hair. Embrace your frizz and accept that defined curls don’t make your natural hair journey.

You took the big step to wear your hair in its natural. This is huge curl friend! You decided to accept the hair texture that you were born with. That is a step that everyone isn’t ready for. Give yourself a hug right now! Now it’s time to think about why your hair texture is frustrating you. Is the frizz overwhelming you? Did your wash and go not turn out as expected? You have to be honest with yourself about the real reasons why it’s frustrating you.

Now that we accepted our texture and our frustration, it’s time for a or the solution. Embrace your frizz! Rock your ‘fro that doesn’t have pronounced curls! The thing that makes us curly girls stand out is that everyone’s hair is different. You may not look like the next curly girl that you see down the street, on YouTube, or in ads. And that’s ok! This is what makes us unique and make them stare in awe of how you achieved that fabulous volume!

There is no need to go on an anti-definition campaign. No need to put down someone else’s aesthetic to celebrate yours. I’m just saying that it’s not the end of the world.

There are ways to achieve hairstyles with definition. Braid outs and twists out are great options. As the days go by, your hair will become bigger and less defined. In order to keep the definition, it’s best to apply product and re-twist every night or two. Roller sets, rod sets, and straw sets are also other ways to achieve defined curls. These styles take a little longer to create, but you will obtain defined curls that will last. For maintenance, simply put on a satin cap at night. In the morning, fluff and apply light oil for sheen. Curlformers are also a way to create defined curls. Curlformers are very similar to rod sets and a lot of curlies achieve great results from them! For reviews you can peruse some YouTube tutorials or even visit our CurlTalk forums to research more information.

Regardless of if you decide to wear your hair in defined curly styles or your big frizzy hair, you are still beautiful. The curls don’t make the curly girl, the curly girl makes the curls. Accept your texture and let your confidence glow.

Do you find it challenging to embrace your frizz?

Hair can face many types of stress that affect the overall health of our hair. One of those stresses can be the type of water we expose to. Some curlies are moving to different areas that have a different type of water that their hair, skin, and body are not accustomed to. Some curlies have or currently deal with having hard water, which can cause residue and exposure to rust and minerals. Hard water can cause the hair to be dull, dry, and damaged. Now that we’re in the summer months, people enjoy being outdoors. Constant sun exposure can lead to dry hair and change your hair color to a few hues lighter. If you enjoy swimming in a pool, you have to consider the effects of chlorine. Constant exposure to chlorine without proper hair care can cause breakage and an irritable scalp. It can also cause your hair to turn a greenish color.

There are different solutions to help improve these issues. Some have tried a variety of deep conditioners, rocking hats, and wearing swim caps to limit exposure of environmental impurities. Is there another way that you can try to improve these environmental impurities? There may be an answer for you that can help improve the look and health of your hair.

The Malibu Treatment

The Malibu treatment removes environmental impurities from hair, which improves the, look, feel, and overall health of the hair. The treatment can also brighten and improve the color of the hair. How does this treatment work? The Malibu Hair Treatment contains vitamins that assist with extracting impurities from the hair. The relatively inexpensive hair treatment is available at hair salons and can also be purchased at Walgreens to complete at home. It is recommended for a hairstylist to perform this treatment, however, if you decide to treat your hair at home, make sure to follow the directions on the package. 

The process is easy to do:

1. Shampoo and rinse your hair 
2. Pour the desired Malibu treatment into your palm and rub your hands together while adding water to the product. The mixture should be a paste-like consistency.
3. Apply it throughout your hair and leave the product on for the amount of time stated on the product package
4. Rinse and shampoo your hair again
5. Apply your favorite conditioner afterwards

DIY Treatment

If you’re not interested in purchasing the Malibu hair treatment, you can try some DIY treatments for the same result.

1. Mix instant lemonade together with conditioner.
2. Apply the paste-like mixture throughout the hair.
3. Rinse the treatment and follow up with a deep conditioner.

This DIY treatment is more affordable, easily accessible, and smells like yummy lemons.

Have you tried the Malibu Hair Treatment? How was your experience?