In Dec 2021 I went to a Loctician to get starter Locs. After each appointment my scalp would become so inflamed, red and itchy that sores started to develop. By March 2022 It got so bad I cut of two years of growth to tend to my scalp care. In Oct 2022 after 7 months of regrowth I decided to try Locs again and the scalp problem started all over again. I saw this video and decided to give it a try and I haven't had one single scalp issue since. The problem was oils! This works for me. Thank you 👍🏽
I think it depends on the oil. I spray my locs with rose water and apply a dime-sized amount of jojoba oil. I wash every two months. My locs are thriving. No dandruff, no stink etc. I do keep mines tied up most times though. We don't have to overthink this one.
@@michaelako3755 My hair is very dry. So I spray with rosewater daily (morning & night). I apply the oil as needed. I use a very tiny amount on my ends to avoid buildup. Pro-tip: Steam is great for locs. Spray them (and face) afterward with the rose water.
I stopped using oils 2 months ago and I love it! 3-4 months ago (Feb / March) I had to wean myself off using them instead of stopping completely bc my hair wasn’t used to it. After doing that, I was able to stop completely in April😊🎉 Our locs don’t need oils to thrive. In fact, the same way that products attract lint, oils attract them too (especially if you’re also heavy handed with it). Pros of using no oils: 1. lint has nothing to hold onto once it touches your hair so it falls out easily🥳 2. Your locs dry faster after they have been wet / damp bc there’s no oil barrier preventing the water from leaving your locs 3. No oils from your locs will touch your face and create breakouts 4. You can touch your hair whenever you’d like without the fear of having oil on your hands (my personal fave since I play in my hair a lot!) The list of pros goes on & on. Being able to go on an oil free loc journey really starts with your choice of shampoo. Believe it or not, there are clarifying shampoos out here that won’t leave your locs feeling crispy / crunchy but will still have your hair clean. Once you find the one for you, it’ll be easier to use no oils since you won’t feel like you need to replenish the “moisture.” I use Avalon Organics Clarifying Lemon shampoo & it’s great for me (it’s also Vegan🎊) I do also incorporate rose water. Nowadays, I only use it as a deodorizer. For example, if I’ve done a lot of sweating but it’s not time for me to wash yet, then I’ll use rosewater. My hair already feels soft once it’s dry, but when I add rosewater, it does get a bit softer. Thanks for sharing! Congratss on 3k🎉🎉🎉
@@LakeiaCreates-2010 Since I started completely using no oil (March / April), I haven’t done a retwist. I don’t see much of a point in retwisting my locs now that they’ve gotten thicker (I’m 2yrs in). They loc very close to the root so I don’t have much new growth to retwist anyway. But, whenever I plan to do a retwist, I’ll only be using rosewater. In all honesty, water holds a retwist just fine. Retwists aren’t meant to last anyway. I’ve been doing a lot of braidouts in place of a retwist tho & for that I either use plain (bottled) water or I use water & rosewater.
@@Mdee17 Yes I love this!! And now that I think about it, I can actually get the neatness that I’m looking for just using water as well. And like you said…retwist are not meant to last. Thank you sooo much for your response on this. I’m going to start this method ASAP.
It’s all about finding balance. There are oils that actually will penetrate the hair shaft thus adding in hydration. On the flip side knowing your hairs porosity is also key. Some people’s cuticles are closed tighter than others. That’s why it’s important to build a routine around your hairs porosity level bc that what determines how you hydrate your hair.
if you can't or don't want to let oils go, sure find your balance! luckily i've been able to do away with them completely and my hair is in a way better state.
I tried this after seeing it on the TL and my hair has never felt so soft. I never understood why my hair would feel so stif and dry. As a loose natural i NEVER had an itchy scalp, but I did after almost 2 years loc’d. Now I just spray my hair with water in the morning and go. Game changer
@@Yelijah17 So far, johoba, sweet almond, pumkin seed and advocado. I mix a lil in some aloe vera or some kind of mucilage for long lasting moisture retention. Not all together I use one oil at a time with my mucilage and so far my favorite is pumkin seed oil because even with no mucilage it still holds water like the others.
I agree! And people also aren’t aware of the fact that in order for most oil to actually penetrate, there needs to be a carrier oil. Carrier oils include jojoba, argan, and almond oil. Then you can mix your other oils with that to ensure everything is penetrating and not sitting on top of the hair. My mixture for my locs is : argan, jojoba, rosehip seed oil, macadamia nut oil, and pumpkin seed oil. It literally immediately seeps into my hair and there is no residue at all, my locs just end up shiny. And I only add it to my scalp, not directly to the locs. But at the end of the day, everyone’s hair is different.
@@heymsparker2816 DEADASS. And you know most people dont realize that water will still pass thru or into the hair and scalp, with certain oils. We could also use our own sebum if we are willing to work with it.
The key is finding what works for your hair dasit.... I can't just put water in my hair because it'll feel brittle once it dry and my scalp gets flaky. On the flip side I can't just put oil in my hair cuz it attracts dirt so I have to find the right balance. Right now it's Water with a lil tea tree with carrot oil and peppermint oil in a bottle. I already retwist with aloe vera so I'll try it in my daily hair moisture routine since I did put it in my hair after I washed it the other day. Happy journey vybes and Stay Hydrated. 🖤💯
This has been my method for the last two years. When I was using oils, I felt like my hair was not growing. I stopped using oils, I hydrate with water using a misting water bottle like yours and follow up with the leave in water based conditioner. Thats its!!! My hair is down my back. No lie. I have before and after pictures of the progress. This is the best and healthiest way to care for your locs.
@@vjjunlimited rose water actually dries my hair out fast . I hate rose water . Oyin handmade leave in spray conditioner is best for my hair or distilled water and aloe Vera juice
The gag is this works wonders for loose hair as well. Corporations and influencers who want to get paid by corporations have us believing we cant grow our hair without fifty-leven different products and "magic hair growth oils". I stopped using oils 4 months ago and tell me why this is the softest my hair has ever been in my entire natural life??
@@nusi4043 Were your questions for me? If so, I have 3C-4A texture. I mist my locs with a mixture of Aloe Vera juice and water daily. I apply a quarter size amount of argan oil on the shafts of my hair once per week - it’s lightweight and leaves a little shine. But I don’t apply oil to my scalp. I’ve found that oil makes my scalp itchy. I massage (after misting) multiple times per week to promote the natural oil production and stimulate growth. I also shampoo biweekly because I workout and sweat a lot.
This video is a little old, but I wanted to share my thoughts. I only started applying oils to my scalp when people kept hyping up that grease isn’t ok and oils are better. I tried applying oils to my scalp and it has been a struggle to maintain. I noticed I get dandruff 2 days later after I have washed my hair. I realize what caused it and it was because the oils I have been using on my scalp which clogs pores and causes dandruff. I did tons of research as to why my scalp kept getting itchy and flaky with dandruff every time I put oils in it and I found that my scalp creates its own natural sebum oils so there’s no need to apply oils in it. Applying oils to the scalp can be good for some people, but my scalp can’t handle it. I get bumps and redness every time I apply any oil to my scalp. I will definitely try your method and see how things go. Thanks for sharing 💕
I stopped using my home made vitamin e oil and rosewater concoction a week ago and started using ORS olive oil sheen nourishing spray daily. My hair no longer feels heavy, dry, crispy or brittle and doesn't look a dull anymore. Its such a relief to finally find something that works for me.
I have 1yr old locs and girl!!!! My hair went through every oil on the market...l drenched my poor hair with oil thinking this is what it needed. No matter how much oil l used, my hair was always dry. Coming across your video changed the whole game. I was sceptical but decided to try...after a week l could already see a huge difference. I am in my 3rd week now and my locs are no longer dry. They feel so soft and the growth is thicker. Thank you so much.😊😊
Definitely will get the spray on conditioner , but I suggest you use Rose water for your hair instead for the first step, promotes hair growth reduce oiliness and dandruff ,anti-inflammatory properties for scalp conditions like psoriasis and eczema , just regular water can be drying sometimes and rose water absorbs into your hair.
This IS interesting. My question would be in five years when there’s a new movement, will we all be told something totally different…again?? Every few years there’s a new trend in the natural hair community that takes us all by storm. Everyone raves about how wonderful their hair feels and then in a few years, everything is flipped again. How does a new natural even know what to do these days!!
That's a good point. I think as we continue to receive new information and better understandings of natural hair, our methods will continue to evolve. I can see how the constant influx of new info is frustrating, but I also appreciate having the knowledge/insight and being able to choose whether I utilize it or not. This is why it's so important to do your own research and decide what works best for you.
Do what works best for you... you tubers are giving their experiences with their hair... if your routine doesn’t or isn’t working for you then switch✌🏾
Yeah but this is about what you're being told. You can literally do this yourself and see how it works for a few weeks. You're acting like what you're told is what you would do.. This is simply a suggestion try it if it works go with it. I'm approaching my 2-year mark for locks and haven't used oils in a year and a half.. spritz my hair daily with water and a few drops of tea tree oil in my 360 sprayer. No.... essential oil is not oil!! Plus it's literally three drops in 16 oz of water.. No more itchy scalp and I wash my hair every nine days.
I found that keeping it simple is best. Keep the scalp clean (I work out a lot so sometimes I have to clean my scalp more than once a week), leave in “conditioning” spray for moisture, oil scalp if absolutely necessary. Retie every 2-3 months
for people with locked hair heavy products causes build up and makes the hair "sticky" and attracts lint and other debris. i have a mist bottle with a single drop of peppermint oil for the smell and i mist my hair in the morning and ive never had issues with dry scalp or hair however when i had braids as a teenager my scalp and hair would dry from all the extra crap i was putting into it. if you arent stripping your hair in the first place you shouldnt need to work so hard to replenish it.
I have had locs for 3 years now and all I do for daily moisture is water or rose water and Hawaiian Silky 14 in 1 (scalp only) and my locs are lightweight, soft, and fluffy feeling. No stiff, crunchy, crispy locs for me lol. Not putting a layer of deep penetrating moisture before sealing your hair in oil, will lead to you sealing in nothing but dryness. I don't believe in using oil regularly, but I'll use a lightweight oil maybe once every 2-3 weeks. Hot Take: I love putting diluted conditioner in my locs after shampooing.
I'm in my 5th year of set 2. Had the 1st set 7 years and have taken care of my partners for 13 years... you do not need oil and really want to stay away from them. They build up over time and make your hair dirtier than it needs to be. Best thing I've found is keeping the routine super simple with regular washings using raw acv, twisting with crochet hook, spray water as needed and massaging the scalp every couple of days to release the natural oils in the scalp. This will keep the scalp moisturized and keep build up low. From my experience, less is best with locs. Beautiful set sistren !! (I have a video on my page showing my loc routine!)
I have been Loc'd since 2005. Started with a shaved head, then moved to twist that I allowed to loc. My hair is past my bum. No that being said hair does require moisture. But YOU need to know WHAT & HOW much product to use. Another thing moisturizing your hair at night is a GREAT WAY to create MOLD and ROT. One should moisture their hair in the morning before your shower. The covered hair and steam from the shower locks in moisture. Going outside and allowing the AIR & Sun to dry your hair is a wonderful way to nourish your hair.
I’ve been doing this my whole loc journey this time. Oils block new moisture from getting in if it seals. I don’t use oils except for essential oils mixed with water. That’s on a rare basis. My locs have been healthier not using anything in it
Yessss!!! I love to see it. I’m almost a year into my loc journey and haven’t used any oils the whole time. I was never a fan of oil as a loose natural. Always spritzed my hair daily with my aloe vera/water mix(loose and loc’d). I also use a water based moisturizing spray. I’ve thought abt giving in to the oils (because it’s seems like law in the loc community), but I just cannot! I’m a hands in hair type of gal and I def don’t wanna break out with any oil residue. In my earlier attempts to start my loc journey I did try the oils and my scalp was on fire! Never been able to follow all the “rules” in my hair journey, but they do work for some folks.
I stopped using oils about 3 months ago. Not on purpose, just in a hurry or lazy or whatever. Anyway.... have not noticed Any difference in my locs which tells me I didn't need them. I drink lots of water and keep it moving.
I thought it was weird hearing of using only water…no oils to moisturize your locs. So I put it in the search bar and so many videos of RUclipsrs sharing their experiences with no oils being used in their Locs. I just got my first re-twist after having my second set of locs installed about seven or eight weeks ago. And I’m here for this. I cut And then combed out my five-year set of locs and I was devastated to have to do so, but I had so much lint buildup I had gotten obsessed with taking the tweezers and attempting to get the lint out of each loc, but my locs were literally completely infused with lint. I am waiting on a bottle of lemon grass oil… Because I love the smell and some rosemary oil. But I don’t think I’m going to use it. I used to put so many oils in my locs. My favorite was black castor oil with coconut oil. I’ve learned that it’s a very heavy based essential oil and that of course it would attract lint. I’m going to try this method. I already use the exact same leave in conditioner mist. But I certainly do not want to make the same mistakes of using all of those essential oils in my locks and on my locs, down the shaft of my locs. I would just squeeze in the oil. I’m sad but I’m happy to have ran across these videos. Definitely going to give it a try with this new set. Thank you.
My locs will be 6 years old next month, and have NEVER used oils. Not one time. Oil and conditioners help manage hair, our hair is locd it’s completely unnecessary. Oily sweat, extra heat, and buildup…I’ll pass. I like being able to hold glasses on the top of my head without worrying about them getting greasy, I have no noticeable lint because my hair isn’t oily. Ask the frying pan what that heat & oil do lol. Nah sun.
can you tell me what you do to maintain or what you use to wash? i’m a loose natural rn & plan to start my loc journey afferent i finish getting enough info
I stopped using oil and a leave-in in my and my hair loss stopped in two days. I am using mild sulfates and my hair and scalp are thriving! Thanks for suggesting Camille's site. I'll check it out.
I’m definitely going to try this. It seems no matter what I put in my hair my scalp be dry and even if it’s not dry it’s so itchy. Body wise I can’t use things with fragrance so maybe my scalp is the same way. Thanks sis!
So I tried for maybe a month. Maybe it wasn’t enough time for my scalp to transition, but I still had an itchy scalp, probably more so than I did with using oils. And I am still to this day dealing with an itchy scalp. Idk what else to try. I do encourage you to try it though cause everyone is different, it may work out well for you. Let me know!
I think it’s best to see what works for you . Just using oil and not water (rose water preferably) will dry your hair out . Not knowing the difference between moisturizing oils and sealing oils will also dry your hair out . I’ve seen so many people with locs and I even have them those two things alone are extremely important and can change your journey tremendously. That’s just what I’ve seen around me and I only had build up and lint for when I didn’t regularly hydrate and moisturize my locs .
I stopped using oils almost a year ago and no more itchy scalp,sticky locs and build up of debri.My hair dry faster after washing and my locs are so light. 🥰
ION KNOW ION KNOW SIS!! IM SCURRRRED lol. My hair is dyed and love oil and water, my hair also has and always seemed to flourish with light oil and water when loose natural and I've done the same since locd for 1 year this July. Ive never experienced buildup nor lint. I would have tried this before I dyed it but now it requires more moisture. Ugh I'm torn!!! But ill try to do oil only once a week instead and see what happens.
Girl! If you haven’t had any issues with using oils, then keep using them! This method is not a one size fit all, everyone’s hair is different. And I’m not saying oils are inherently bad, my hair just flourishes better without them. Do what’s best for your hair!
Great video! And drinking water is essential too! The aloe vera is great because it’s a humectant, and helps the hair absorb water from the atmosphere. 💖
After being loc’d for nearly 20 months, I’m moving away from adding oils directly to my locs, but still seal in moisture (💧) with oil on my scalp. I checked out CJ’s Instagram and love what she’s doing and her whole mission…but…no one’s talking about the importance of choosing quality ingredients. I used to sell natural products and currently formulate my own as a herbalist. I’m bothered by the fact that no one differentiates between NATURAL oils and SYNTHETIC/processed oils. They get lumped in the same category but they both behave very differently. The problem with oils/butters is what this video shows they act as a sealant/protectant. Which means they sit ON the hair shaft. A problem that prevents moisture, buildup etc. However, there are oils and butters that are SUPER emollients. They don’t sit on the hair shaft, but rather, are absorbed. These are the oils that should/can be used. Example: macadamia nut, avocado oil, Argan. They should be cold-pressed, Virgin oils which can be expensive and hard to find because they are typically processed for shelf life stability. I’m still using my super emollient oils on my scalp and will do so depending on what my hair needs. Good thought provoking video!👍🏽
That’s basically what I do and it’s been working for me. I gathered my tips from Yannie and Queen Po. Spray water and essential oils, clean up the diet, and drink a gallon of water a day. What I also do (Queen Po) is after I wash my hands, I partly dry them by sticking them in my hair.
Yannie promotes the regimen of rosewater mixed with vitamin e oil. Ive seen her oil the scalp & hair of clients. She says not to spray plain ol water on locs cuz the water will just evaporate and the locs will feel dry again
I've stopped oils and creams n my loose natural hair back in feb. I love how my hair feels. And oils made my scalp itch. The method so simple. I was thinking of locs and only see ppl with locs always use oils...this is refreshing 2 see
Thank you so much!! I’m restarting my loc journey again and I’m going to try this. I have dermatitis on my scalp and oils have been breaking my scalp out. I’m going to try this.
Since my install day my loctician was very specific: No oils ma’am! I spray rose water and sometimes Mane n tail just because, my hair is soft and thriving. I wash every 1-2 weeks with the shea moisture coconut shampoo. My locs smell delicious
1st I thought it was weird not use oils but I'm in my 3rd loc journey and I started paying attention more to how my scalp reacts to oil. It makes my scalp more itchy so I've 🛑. Know my scalp doesn't itch. Thanks for sharing
Yeah I use rose water or distilled water instead of tap. I oil my scalp not the length . I have fluffy locs so I brush occasionally to limit lint and debris from the elements. I only use my leave in spray or a tea rinse on wash day
For me I don't have to moisturize my Locs after a retwist. I can go up to a month without feeling the need to spray my hair. But I love the feel of my Locs with the combination of oil and water. I learned spraying my hair right after a retwist defeats the whole purpose of the retwist besides the hair wash lol
Thank you booski! This retwist I've only used rosewater and it's helped tremendously with my frizz and 2 weeks in and my retwist is still holding on strong ! 11 months in and I'm mad I didn't see this earlier.
I stopped using oil a month ago after watching this. Now I use water, aloe Vera juice, and As I Am’s repair and refresh spray every morning. My locs are soft and no longer oily. So glad I came across this video
Yes I love the idea of using water an a leave in conditioner on my hair along with water washing my hair every other week or so. I am going to try this method. One thing we all need to keep in mind is the water we use can also cause our hair to be dry. Maybe distilled water? Any suggestions on a good leave in conditioner.
I’ll say conditioner, butters, creams, and wax will result in product build up in locs. I’m a strong proponent of using only oil and water on my locs. Some oils, i.e. caster and coconut oil will dry out your hair, while others oils are moisturizing. Different oils service different purposes.
It all depends on the oil. What I use have been working for me for many years. My hair is thriving with my routine. I live in Florida & unfortunately the water hair is horrible, it also dries my hair out believe it or not. I prefer to make a concoction of different moisturizers to hydrate my hair. I use water to wash my hair of course, but to spray it on my hair daily just isn’t for me. Aloe, & other liquid conditioners are great for my hair.
So glad I found this video! I’ve been using so many products to the point my scalp was irritated. I think it was one of the oils. I’ll be trying this for 7 days and then reevaluating my hair. Thanks for sharing!
When my hair is dry, usually after it’s wet, it gets dry and start breaking off. But yo body gone tell ya what ya hair need. Do what works for you ❤️ Had to edit: new RUclipsr/subscriber ☺️ Congratulations on 3k 💃🏽
I love this video I use aloe Vera juice on my kids as well as my hair. I saw a big difference in there hair growth and how they’re keeping moisture in there hair.
I’m going to try this method! And I just washed and put oil in my hair. But next week when I wash again I’ll start. I’ve been locked for almost 4 years next January. I’ve been very bored with my locs they stay very dry and brittle. I have not routine so it want hurt to give this a go.
I pretty much do this. Shampoo 1x a month, no conditioner, oils, butters or anything else. I notice anytime I have tried oils it just makes my scalp itch
Ok so I'm intrigued and can't wait to hear how it continues to go for you. I've been loc'd for over 15 years and I enjoy hearing/learning new things. Especially if it promotes minimal products. I'm going to think about giving this a try. Think I'll do this after a detox to start fresh and see how it goes for me. I already use only a quarter size amount of oil anyway so this doesn't feel like a massive change for me.
@@tyrathethird I'm about 8 weeks in and I love the results! I had only been using a quarter sized amount of oil a couple times a week, so it wasn't a huge stretch to try this. I haven't decided no oils in my locs. I may test using that small amount of oils again and see how my hair feels. But I can see myself deciding to cut them out completely. We'll see!
Water on locs can actually be a bit drying , water that’s infused with something preferably rose water is better for locs because it actually absorbs into the hair keeping it moisturized.
Yes, You're right! I don't mind using products infused with oils as long as they're water based, I just won't be applying oil directly to my locs anymore. Thank you for watching and for leaving a comment! 💕💕💕
@@tyrathethird glad you said water based product's mixed with oil. Peppermint oil is also cleansing and very light weight. I'm gonna give Aloe Vera a try as well. Do u use peppermint oil? Idk why I thought u said that. 🤔. Let me know please
I stopped with oils and every other product i had like that green spray from ORS and since stopped i have no smelly hair or that heating up feeling anymore. - I workout a lot so in the summer it was the most hard time for me because of the oil and sweating if you train intense the oil was really not letting the scalp breathe at least i can admit that i made mistakes and it broke my hair because of my hair getting too wet and loose. - Since i stopped in august my hair is actually normal again no itching or that fizz heating up feeling sometimes i forgot that when i was a teenager i never used oils and my hair did fine i think like many i got caught up with "believing things" when it came to hair health. - My barber actually got me on using oil i think everybody's scalp is different but i don't need it and i don't believe "we" as a community need oils at all in february i'm on 5 years before this i had locs for 7 years.
I know this video is old lol but I have to comment. I have seborrheic dermatitis. Normally I would start getting irritation within a week. I would wash my hair weekly. I started eating better and losing weight so I didn’t get the flare ups nearly as bad as before. However, I knew once I got locs I didn’t want the flaking and have to wash my hair weekly. So, I started experimenting with my routine. As a loose natural we’re told to seal in moisture with oils so I never thought to change this back then. However, with locs I felt it was okay to take this away. I opted for rosewater with glycerine. Since glycerine attracts water, I figured my hair would be moisturized. SO GLAD I DID!!!!! Omggg oils really do irritate your scalp when you have scalp conditions. A lot of oils have acids in them that are irritating. Like Lauric acid in coconut oil. I’m currently about to go into my 3rd week with no flare ups!!!! So happy and I advise anyone to experiment with their routine as well. I spray my starter locs /scalp everyday with rosewater and glycerine.
Omg I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you so much for sharing this. I’ve had a few people with skin/scalp conditions ask me if this would work for them and I honestly couldn’t say. But I’m so glad to hear it’s working out for you! ✨
I don’t believe you have to completely get rid of using oils. I do💯believe it just depends on your hair, hair texture and just really knowing your hair and how your hair responds to products. I also believe it depends on how often you’re doing it and the oils you’re using. However, everyone’s hair and scalp is different. I am starting my love journey and recently learned I am allergic to a lot of ingredients in hair products therefore for me I cannot use a lot of oils or shampoos and conditioners or leave conditioners so water is usually my base but I have found that grape seed oil does pretty good for me. I don’t use it every day maybe 2x a week. It is probably one of the lightest oils I could find that will relieve my scalp itch and dryness. But yes you have to do what works for you. There is no right or wrong answer. If your responds well then keep doing it.
Super awesome video, and very informative! I have super high porosity hair so I think oils actually benefit me. But I don’t use anything else besides water. Just started my locs a few weeks ago so we’ll see🙏🏿! Thank you for sharing your experience ❤️!
I’ve been hesitant (and against tbh) this method for a hot minute now, but now I’m willing to give it a try instead of being hard headed 😅😂 I only oil my scalp for the most part, so what every oil is on my fingers from a scalp massage, is what gets on the shaft of my locs. I’ll be out of my oils soon so I just won’t buy anymore and see what happens!!
I’m just now seeing this… It makes sense… I’ve been doing oils every 2-3 days but it feels so dry like minutes later… I just started my locs a little over a month ago. I have problems trying to moisturize my hair even with conditioner. I’m going to try just water but not from the sink because I know my water is strong
I just use olive, lavender, tea tree, jojaba, castor, and vitamin e oil mixed together. Havent had any problems for the 6 years I have been growing my hair. I wash every two weeks and retwist every month or month and half.
Hi I just started my journey on my 3 weeks so how long should I wait to get my hair retwisted and I have been putting water n oil n my hair like every other day so I need to stop doing this
I’ve been doing this’d for months, I do put jojoba oil on my scalp because it’s the closest to our own natural sebum. But nothing but rose water, and distilled water and essential oils sometimes
@@tyrathethird Yes i think it contributes greatly to my hydration and i shampoo with all natural peppermint castile soap and use a hemp oil i make on my scalp, no itching, no flakes and no dry brittle hair with using shea butter. I will also note that I put oils in after each wash. I have semi free form locs so i have the freedom to wash 3 times a week.
I stopped using oils on my loose natural hair in March and my curls were the best they ever looked in my entire life! I am locked now (2 months on the 30th) and I use ONE oil.. sparingly. I focus more on hydrating with water based products and my locs are thrivingggggg.
I simply replaced my cold oil treatments with hot that i include in my rinse water for rinsing out the conditioner & it's worked their soft & I hardly ever have problems with dandruff
Okay ladies!!! Ima take y’all word! I been 6 months locked! I wash and use a leave and conditioner! From there it’s just water and oil! But I’m done wit the oil and only using water and water based conditioner!! 😵💫😵💫😍 I’m excited 😆
Great video! Everything in moderation and I'm speaking for myself. The lady is so true though, water is key. Water alone hydrates. You're right though we are so used to using products but oils seems to be the more natural choice than the products we used to use but we shouldn't over do it . Your locs are very nice!!
Everything your saying is right, only one thing. Yes oil repels water but it's suppose to be used to seal in the moisture not to use before washing. That's why with locs we don't wash our hair too often and only put your oils on your scalp. But that works for me. I allow my hair to dry and soak up as much water as possible and right before it's too dry apply the oil. Can't go wrong with aloe Vera though.
@@tyrathethird I feel you. There's too many nuances when it come to everyone's regiment. I like to experiment tho. At one point I almost gave up on oils until I got it right
Wow I was like this girl is tripping at first ! After watching I can definitely see how this works. In my personal experience I would use oil or even see others use oil when **not moisturizing every day . In addition to that also washing consistently as oil is* in fact a barrier. Thank you so much this was very insightful and challenged my old way of thinking !
okay so I got a question. I noticed that she said oil deflects moisture, so what does that mean for our roots? Because our scalps produces its own natural oil called Sebum*. So does that mean our roots are deflecting moisture? Or is the Sebum* enough?
@@JaiHow2011 lmaooooo!! yes!! OMG, my bad, im so embarrassed, but that's what i meant. I just knew it was an oil that our scalp creates on its own. Thank you so much cause girl I was loud and wrong just now! LOL!
@@tyrathethird okay cool. I was asking because in the videos she stated that oils deflect moisture so i figured that included sebum*** Thank you so much for replying!!
I shampoo my hair but I don’t use conditioner what I noticed is oils and my scalp do not get along. I mist my hair with aloe vera juice/rose water and add macadamia nut healing oil to my locs maybe 2 times a week that’s it. My hair feels soooooo soft with the oils being on my scalp in the past they caused so much build up.
I'm dying at the public rage demonstration 3:44! LOL. I'm a loose natural (with an eye on starting locs soon) and I've virtually cut oil out too. Can't get enough of water! I use a water based moisturiser, something OLD SKOOL that my curly permed Mum would use...nothing fancy, once a week, only water and rosewater spritz's daily and a good massage. So low maintenance it's a joke, and that leaves my hair soft, no build up (little fatty product use) and no issues with scalp. If I use oil, it's to pre-poo. Great video - content and the lol's :)
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In Dec 2021 I went to a Loctician to get starter Locs. After each appointment my scalp would become so inflamed, red and itchy that sores started to develop. By March 2022 It got so bad I cut of two years of growth to tend to my scalp care. In Oct 2022 after 7 months of regrowth I decided to try Locs again and the scalp problem started all over again. I saw this video and decided to give it a try and I haven't had one single scalp issue since. The problem was oils! This works for me. Thank you 👍🏽
I think it depends on the oil. I spray my locs with rose water and apply a dime-sized amount of jojoba oil. I wash every two months. My locs are thriving. No dandruff, no stink etc. I do keep mines tied up most times though. We don't have to overthink this one.
How often do you spray and apply the oil?
@@michaelako3755 My hair is very dry. So I spray with rosewater daily (morning & night). I apply the oil as needed. I use a very tiny amount on my ends to avoid buildup. Pro-tip: Steam is great for locs. Spray them (and face) afterward with the rose water.
I wish. My scalp is super dry always no matter what oils or sprays I use. I literally have to wash my retwist out a week after getting it done
"We dont have to overthink this one". I feel that. The beauty of locs.
@@PI1901 i know im kinda late but where did you buy ur rosewater from?
I stopped using oils 2 months ago and I love it!
3-4 months ago (Feb / March) I had to wean myself off using them instead of stopping completely bc my hair wasn’t used to it. After doing that, I was able to stop completely in April😊🎉
Our locs don’t need oils to thrive. In fact, the same way that products attract lint, oils attract them too (especially if you’re also heavy handed with it).
Pros of using no oils: 1. lint has nothing to hold onto once it touches your hair so it falls out easily🥳
2. Your locs dry faster after they have been wet / damp bc there’s no oil barrier preventing the water from leaving your locs
3. No oils from your locs will touch your face and create breakouts
4. You can touch your hair whenever you’d like without the fear of having oil on your hands (my personal fave since I play in my hair a lot!)
The list of pros goes on & on.
Being able to go on an oil free loc journey really starts with your choice of shampoo. Believe it or not, there are clarifying shampoos out here that won’t leave your locs feeling crispy / crunchy but will still have your hair clean. Once you find the one for you, it’ll be easier to use no oils since you won’t feel like you need to replenish the “moisture.” I use Avalon Organics Clarifying Lemon shampoo & it’s great for me (it’s also Vegan🎊)
I do also incorporate rose water. Nowadays, I only use it as a deodorizer. For example, if I’ve done a lot of sweating but it’s not time for me to wash yet, then I’ll use rosewater. My hair already feels soft once it’s dry, but when I add rosewater, it does get a bit softer.
Thanks for sharing! Congratss on 3k🎉🎉🎉
Yessss, so many pros, I love it! This is so insightful, thank you for sharing! I'll be trying out that shampoo!
Very good information, thank you for sharing.
What do you use for retwist?
@@LakeiaCreates-2010 Since I started completely using no oil (March / April), I haven’t done a retwist. I don’t see much of a point in retwisting my locs now that they’ve gotten thicker (I’m 2yrs in). They loc very close to the root so I don’t have much new growth to retwist anyway. But, whenever I plan to do a retwist, I’ll only be using rosewater. In all honesty, water holds a retwist just fine. Retwists aren’t meant to last anyway. I’ve been doing a lot of braidouts in place of a retwist tho & for that I either use plain (bottled) water or I use water & rosewater.
@@Mdee17 Yes I love this!! And now that I think about it, I can actually get the neatness that I’m looking for just using water as well. And like you said…retwist are not meant to last. Thank you sooo much for your response on this. I’m going to start this method ASAP.
It’s all about finding balance. There are oils that actually will penetrate the hair shaft thus adding in hydration. On the flip side knowing your hairs porosity is also key. Some people’s cuticles are closed tighter than others. That’s why it’s important to build a routine around your hairs porosity level bc that what determines how you hydrate your hair.
if you can't or don't want to let oils go, sure find your balance! luckily i've been able to do away with them completely and my hair is in a way better state.
Per science, Oil can not hydrate your hair. Oil is a lubricant.
I tried this after seeing it on the TL and my hair has never felt so soft. I never understood why my hair would feel so stif and dry. As a loose natural i NEVER had an itchy scalp, but I did after almost 2 years loc’d. Now I just spray my hair with water in the morning and go. Game changer
I have found it depends on the oil. While some oils clog the hair and follicles other oils allow water to penetrate thru.
Which oils do you use?
@@Yelijah17 So far, johoba, sweet almond, pumkin seed and advocado. I mix a lil in some aloe vera or some kind of mucilage for long lasting moisture retention. Not all together I use one oil at a time with my mucilage and so far my favorite is pumkin seed oil because even with no mucilage it still holds water like the others.
I agree! And people also aren’t aware of the fact that in order for most oil to actually penetrate, there needs to be a carrier oil. Carrier oils include jojoba, argan, and almond oil. Then you can mix your other oils with that to ensure everything is penetrating and not sitting on top of the hair.
My mixture for my locs is : argan, jojoba, rosehip seed oil, macadamia nut oil, and pumpkin seed oil. It literally immediately seeps into my hair and there is no residue at all, my locs just end up shiny. And I only add it to my scalp, not directly to the locs.
But at the end of the day, everyone’s hair is different.
@@heymsparker2816 DEADASS. And you know most people dont realize that water will still pass thru or into the hair and scalp, with certain oils. We could also use our own sebum if we are willing to work with it.
@@BrownmahfunMy sebum is the only oil I have in my hair.
The key is finding what works for your hair dasit.... I can't just put water in my hair because it'll feel brittle once it dry and my scalp gets flaky. On the flip side I can't just put oil in my hair cuz it attracts dirt so I have to find the right balance. Right now it's Water with a lil tea tree with carrot oil and peppermint oil in a bottle. I already retwist with aloe vera so I'll try it in my daily hair moisture routine since I did put it in my hair after I washed it the other day. Happy journey vybes and Stay Hydrated. 🖤💯
Let me know how it goes!
Are you using distilled water? Cause tap water makes my hair rough. But distilled doesn't.
@@nowannabeonthis8522 yep, I use tap to wash my hair and only distilled water in my loc maintenance routine(s)
This has been my method for the last two years. When I was using oils, I felt like my hair was not growing. I stopped using oils, I hydrate with water using a misting water bottle like yours and follow up with the leave in water based conditioner. Thats its!!! My hair is down my back. No lie. I have before and after pictures of the progress. This is the best and healthiest way to care for your locs.
That's awesome, thanks for sharing!! I swear since I started using this method my hair has been growing so rapidly too!
Water actually dries it out. Rose water is best.
@@vjjunlimited Thats why I follow up with a water based leave in conditioner. Leaves my hair soft and it smells great😊
What leave in do you use ?
@@vjjunlimited rose water actually dries my hair out fast . I hate rose water . Oyin handmade leave in spray conditioner is best for my hair or distilled water and aloe Vera juice
The gag is this works wonders for loose hair as well. Corporations and influencers who want to get paid by corporations have us believing we cant grow our hair without fifty-leven different products and "magic hair growth oils". I stopped using oils 4 months ago and tell me why this is the softest my hair has ever been in my entire natural life??
Lol not fifty-leven 😆😆😆 I agree with you 1000%! My hair has never felt better!
Factsss
They really had us spending unnecessary coins for yearssssss. Meanwhile water is free 99. And Aloe Vera juice is available for the low. #disrespectful
what hair type do you have and what products do you use?
@@nusi4043 Were your questions for me? If so, I have 3C-4A texture. I mist my locs with a mixture of Aloe Vera juice and water daily. I apply a quarter size amount of argan oil on the shafts of my hair once per week - it’s lightweight and leaves a little shine. But I don’t apply oil to my scalp. I’ve found that oil makes my scalp itchy. I massage (after misting) multiple times per week to promote the natural oil production and stimulate growth. I also shampoo biweekly because I workout and sweat a lot.
This video is a little old, but I wanted to share my thoughts. I only started applying oils to my scalp when people kept hyping up that grease isn’t ok and oils are better. I tried applying oils to my scalp and it has been a struggle to maintain. I noticed I get dandruff 2 days later after I have washed my hair. I realize what caused it and it was because the oils I have been using on my scalp which clogs pores and causes dandruff. I did tons of research as to why my scalp kept getting itchy and flaky with dandruff every time I put oils in it and I found that my scalp creates its own natural sebum oils so there’s no need to apply oils in it. Applying oils to the scalp can be good for some people, but my scalp can’t handle it. I get bumps and redness every time I apply any oil to my scalp. I will definitely try your method and see how things go. Thanks for sharing 💕
Thank you for sharing this!! I hope it goes well for you!
I stopped using my home made vitamin e oil and rosewater concoction a week ago and started using ORS olive oil sheen nourishing spray daily. My hair no longer feels heavy, dry, crispy or brittle and doesn't look a dull anymore. Its such a relief to finally find something that works for me.
Thanks for sharing!! That's wonderful!
Do you have locs? I’m looking for something.
I have 1yr old locs and girl!!!! My hair went through every oil on the market...l drenched my poor hair with oil thinking this is what it needed. No matter how much oil l used, my hair was always dry. Coming across your video changed the whole game. I was sceptical but decided to try...after a week l could already see a huge difference. I am in my 3rd week now and my locs are no longer dry. They feel so soft and the growth is thicker. Thank you so much.😊😊
Word! I went through every oil too and couldn't figure out what I was doing wrong! The method is a life saver!
Do you do the moisture routine every day?
Definitely will get the spray on conditioner , but I suggest you use Rose water for your hair instead for the first step, promotes hair growth reduce oiliness and dandruff ,anti-inflammatory properties for scalp conditions like psoriasis and eczema , just regular water can be drying sometimes and rose water absorbs into your hair.
This IS interesting. My question would be in five years when there’s a new movement, will we all be told something totally different…again?? Every few years there’s a new trend in the natural hair community that takes us all by storm. Everyone raves about how wonderful their hair feels and then in a few years, everything is flipped again. How does a new natural even know what to do these days!!
That's a good point. I think as we continue to receive new information and better understandings of natural hair, our methods will continue to evolve. I can see how the constant influx of new info is frustrating, but I also appreciate having the knowledge/insight and being able to choose whether I utilize it or not. This is why it's so important to do your own research and decide what works best for you.
Do what works best for you... you tubers are giving their experiences with their hair... if your routine doesn’t or isn’t working for you then switch✌🏾
YOu’re speaking Truth. Hopefully people realize what you’re saying.
Yeah but this is about what you're being told. You can literally do this yourself and see how it works for a few weeks. You're acting like what you're told is what you would do.. This is simply a suggestion try it if it works go with it. I'm approaching my 2-year mark for locks and haven't used oils in a year and a half.. spritz my hair daily with water and a few drops of tea tree oil in my 360 sprayer. No.... essential oil is not oil!! Plus it's literally three drops in 16 oz of water.. No more itchy scalp and I wash my hair every nine days.
I found that keeping it simple is best. Keep the scalp clean (I work out a lot so sometimes I have to clean my scalp more than once a week), leave in “conditioning” spray for moisture, oil scalp if absolutely necessary. Retie every 2-3 months
Thanks for sharing!!
for people with locked hair heavy products causes build up and makes the hair "sticky" and attracts lint and other debris. i have a mist bottle with a single drop of peppermint oil for the smell and i mist my hair in the morning and ive never had issues with dry scalp or hair however when i had braids as a teenager my scalp and hair would dry from all the extra crap i was putting into it. if you arent stripping your hair in the first place you shouldnt need to work so hard to replenish it.
agreed!
I have had locs for 3 years now and all I do for daily moisture is water or rose water and Hawaiian Silky 14 in 1 (scalp only) and my locs are lightweight, soft, and fluffy feeling. No stiff, crunchy, crispy locs for me lol. Not putting a layer of deep penetrating moisture before sealing your hair in oil, will lead to you sealing in nothing but dryness. I don't believe in using oil regularly, but I'll use a lightweight oil maybe once every 2-3 weeks.
Hot Take: I love putting diluted conditioner in my locs after shampooing.
I'm in my 5th year of set 2. Had the 1st set 7 years and have taken care of my partners for 13 years... you do not need oil and really want to stay away from them. They build up over time and make your hair dirtier than it needs to be. Best thing I've found is keeping the routine super simple with regular washings using raw acv, twisting with crochet hook, spray water as needed and massaging the scalp every couple of days to release the natural oils in the scalp. This will keep the scalp moisturized and keep build up low. From my experience, less is best with locs. Beautiful set sistren !! (I have a video on my page showing my loc routine!)
Thank you! I agree 100% ✨
@@tyrathethird you're welcome! Cheering for you sistren
Makes sense as to why so much oil is on my pillowcases haha. I started putting good ole grease in my hair again and I saw a difference in days
I have been Loc'd since 2005. Started with a shaved head, then moved to twist that I allowed to loc. My hair is past my bum. No that being said hair does require moisture. But YOU need to know WHAT & HOW much product to use. Another thing moisturizing your hair at night is a GREAT WAY to create MOLD and ROT. One should moisture their hair in the morning before your shower. The covered hair and steam from the shower locks in moisture. Going outside and allowing the AIR & Sun to dry your hair is a wonderful way to nourish your hair.
I’ve been doing this my whole loc journey this time. Oils block new moisture from getting in if it seals. I don’t use oils except for essential oils mixed with water. That’s on a rare basis. My locs have been healthier not using anything in it
Yessss, agree 100 percent!
What essential oils do you use?
What do you use
I’m cracking upppppp at the gray screen melt down Lmfaooooo 🤣🤣😩😩😩😩
Yessss!!! I love to see it. I’m almost a year into my loc journey and haven’t used any oils the whole time. I was never a fan of oil as a loose natural. Always spritzed my hair daily with my aloe vera/water mix(loose and loc’d). I also use a water based moisturizing spray. I’ve thought abt giving in to the oils (because it’s seems like law in the loc community), but I just cannot! I’m a hands in hair type of gal and I def don’t wanna break out with any oil residue.
In my earlier attempts to start my loc journey I did try the oils and my scalp was on fire!
Never been able to follow all the “rules”
in my hair journey, but they do work for some folks.
Yessss! Thank you for sharing!
I stopped using oils about 3 months ago. Not on purpose, just in a hurry or lazy or whatever. Anyway.... have not noticed Any difference in my locs which tells me I didn't need them. I drink lots of water and keep it moving.
Same. I rarely use oils...maybe once every 2 weeks after a wash
I thought it was weird hearing of using only water…no oils to moisturize your locs. So I put it in the search bar and so many videos of RUclipsrs sharing their experiences with no oils being used in their Locs. I just got my first re-twist after having my second set of locs installed about seven or eight weeks ago. And I’m here for this. I cut And then combed out my five-year set of locs and I was devastated to have to do so, but I had so much lint buildup I had gotten obsessed with taking the tweezers and attempting to get the lint out of each loc, but my locs were literally completely infused with lint. I am waiting on a bottle of lemon grass oil… Because I love the smell and some rosemary oil. But I don’t think I’m going to use it. I used to put so many oils in my locs. My favorite was black castor oil with coconut oil. I’ve learned that it’s a very heavy based essential oil and that of course it would attract lint. I’m going to try this method. I already use the exact same leave in conditioner mist. But I certainly do not want to make the same mistakes of using all of those essential oils in my locks and on my locs, down the shaft of my locs. I would just squeeze in the oil. I’m sad but I’m happy to have ran across these videos. Definitely going to give it a try with this new set. Thank you.
How did that workout for you're hair?
My locs will be 6 years old next month, and have NEVER used oils. Not one time.
Oil and conditioners help manage hair, our hair is locd it’s completely unnecessary. Oily sweat, extra heat, and buildup…I’ll pass.
I like being able to hold glasses on the top of my head without worrying about them getting greasy, I have no noticeable lint because my hair isn’t oily. Ask the frying pan what that heat & oil do lol. Nah sun.
Thanks for sharing!
can you tell me what you do to maintain or what you use to wash? i’m a loose natural rn & plan to start my loc journey afferent i finish getting enough info
You're fine asf omg
@@pointnexter03 who me🤔
What now? We getting married or nah?
@@Sapioso yes you!!! We’re definitely getting married… let’s set the date
I stopped using oil and a leave-in in my and my hair loss stopped in two days. I am using mild sulfates and my hair and scalp are thriving! Thanks for suggesting Camille's site. I'll check it out.
I’m definitely going to try this. It seems no matter what I put in my hair my scalp be dry and even if it’s not dry it’s so itchy. Body wise I can’t use things with fragrance so maybe my scalp is the same way. Thanks sis!
You're so welcome! Let me know how it goes for you!
Hey sis! How is it going? I am thinking about stopping
So I tried for maybe a month. Maybe it wasn’t enough time for my scalp to transition, but I still had an itchy scalp, probably more so than I did with using oils. And I am still to this day dealing with an itchy scalp. Idk what else to try. I do encourage you to try it though cause everyone is different, it may work out well for you. Let me know!
@@makingasanford9140 have you tried head and shoulders clinical shampoo it works wonders for itchy scalp
@@s9sonet400 I haven’t, I always thought head and shoulders was for white people. But I’ll definitely try it! Thanks!!
I think it’s best to see what works for you . Just using oil and not water (rose water preferably) will dry your hair out . Not knowing the difference between moisturizing oils and sealing oils will also dry your hair out . I’ve seen so many people with locs and I even have them those two things alone are extremely important and can change your journey tremendously. That’s just what I’ve seen around me and I only had build up and lint for when I didn’t regularly hydrate and moisturize my locs .
What products do you use?
I’m coming up on six months locked and I have stopped using oils. My hair feels so heavy when I use the oils. Ima go cop that spray now 💪🏾
Yup, same here! And yes ma'am this spray is the GOAT! 🙌
I stopped using oils almost a year ago and no more itchy scalp,sticky locs and build up of debri.My hair dry faster after washing and my locs are so light. 🥰
Yasssss, love to hear that!
@Punkie Junkie I use clear clarifying shampoo,no conditioners,rose water and once a month an aloe treatment. Just bought a steamer can't wait to use.
ION KNOW ION KNOW SIS!! IM SCURRRRED lol. My hair is dyed and love oil and water, my hair also has and always seemed to flourish with light oil and water when loose natural and I've done the same since locd for 1 year this July. Ive never experienced buildup nor lint. I would have tried this before I dyed it but now it requires more moisture.
Ugh I'm torn!!! But ill try to do oil only once a week instead and see what happens.
Girl! If you haven’t had any issues with using oils, then keep using them! This method is not a one size fit all, everyone’s hair is different. And I’m not saying oils are inherently bad, my hair just flourishes better without them. Do what’s best for your hair!
Great video! And drinking water is essential too! The aloe vera is great because it’s a humectant, and helps the hair absorb water from the atmosphere. 💖
Very insightful, thanks for sharing!! 💖
I just got microlocs two months ago. I have not use oil, just rose water as needed. My hair is thriving and I have no buildup or scalp issues
After being loc’d for nearly 20 months, I’m moving away from adding oils directly to my locs, but still seal in moisture (💧) with oil on my scalp.
I checked out CJ’s Instagram and love what she’s doing and her whole mission…but…no one’s talking about the importance of choosing quality ingredients.
I used to sell natural products and currently formulate my own as a herbalist. I’m bothered by the fact that no one differentiates between NATURAL oils and SYNTHETIC/processed oils. They get lumped in the same category but they both behave very differently.
The problem with oils/butters is what this video shows they act as a sealant/protectant. Which means they sit ON the hair shaft. A problem that prevents moisture, buildup etc.
However, there are oils and butters that are SUPER emollients. They don’t sit on the hair shaft, but rather, are absorbed.
These are the oils that should/can be used.
Example: macadamia nut, avocado oil, Argan. They should be cold-pressed, Virgin oils which can be expensive and hard to find because they are typically processed for shelf life stability.
I’m still using my super emollient oils on my scalp and will do so depending on what my hair needs.
Good thought provoking video!👍🏽
That’s basically what I do and it’s been working for me. I gathered my tips from Yannie and Queen Po. Spray water and essential oils, clean up the diet, and drink a gallon of water a day. What I also do (Queen Po) is after I wash my hands, I partly dry them by sticking them in my hair.
Those are great tips, thanks for sharing!
Yannie promotes the regimen of rosewater mixed with vitamin e oil. Ive seen her oil the scalp & hair of clients.
She says not to spray plain ol water on locs cuz the water will just evaporate and the locs will feel dry again
I've stopped oils and creams n my loose natural hair back in feb. I love how my hair feels. And oils made my scalp itch. The method so simple. I was thinking of locs and only see ppl with locs always use oils...this is refreshing 2 see
Thank you so much!! I’m restarting my loc journey again and I’m going to try this. I have dermatitis on my scalp and oils have been breaking my scalp out. I’m going to try this.
Since my install day my loctician was very specific: No oils ma’am! I spray rose water and sometimes Mane n tail just because, my hair is soft and thriving. I wash every 1-2 weeks with the shea moisture coconut shampoo. My locs smell delicious
Your loctician is golden!
1st I thought it was weird not use oils but I'm in my 3rd loc journey and I started paying attention more to how my scalp reacts to oil. It makes my scalp more itchy so I've 🛑. Know my scalp doesn't itch. Thanks for sharing
Yeah I use rose water or distilled water instead of tap. I oil my scalp not the length . I have fluffy locs so I brush occasionally to limit lint and debris from the elements. I only use my leave in spray or a tea rinse on wash day
For me I don't have to moisturize my Locs after a retwist. I can go up to a month without feeling the need to spray my hair. But I love the feel of my Locs with the combination of oil and water. I learned spraying my hair right after a retwist defeats the whole purpose of the retwist besides the hair wash lol
Thank you booski! This retwist I've only used rosewater and it's helped tremendously with my frizz and 2 weeks in and my retwist is still holding on strong ! 11 months in and I'm mad I didn't see this earlier.
I stopped using oil a month ago after watching this. Now I use water, aloe Vera juice, and As I Am’s repair and refresh spray every morning. My locs are soft and no longer oily. So glad I came across this video
Thanks for sharing!! So happy to hear that!
Yes I love the idea of using water an a leave in conditioner on my hair along with water washing my hair every other week or so. I am going to try this method. One thing we all need to keep in mind is the water we use can also cause our hair to be dry.
Maybe distilled water?
Any suggestions on a good leave in conditioner.
Tgin leave in conditioner
I’ll say conditioner, butters, creams, and wax will result in product build up in locs. I’m a strong proponent of using only oil and water on my locs. Some oils, i.e. caster and coconut oil will dry out your hair, while others oils are moisturizing. Different oils service different purposes.
See I’ve been told to use only castor oil (the clear one). I have dry hair & im thinking of trying this.
It all depends on the oil. What I use have been working for me for many years. My hair is thriving with my routine. I live in Florida & unfortunately the water hair is horrible, it also dries my hair out believe it or not. I prefer to make a concoction of different moisturizers to hydrate my hair. I use water to wash my hair of course, but to spray it on my hair daily just isn’t for me. Aloe, & other liquid conditioners are great for my hair.
where you live definitely and water quality plays a huge role in this as well, great point!
So glad I found this video! I’ve been using so many products to the point my scalp was irritated. I think it was one of the oils. I’ll be trying this for 7 days and then reevaluating my hair. Thanks for sharing!
When my hair is dry, usually after it’s wet, it gets dry and start breaking off. But yo body gone tell ya what ya hair need. Do what works for you ❤️
Had to edit: new RUclipsr/subscriber ☺️ Congratulations on 3k 💃🏽
Thank you!!! And that's so true, listening to your body is key! 💕 I'll check you out!
However it may be dry after you wet it because its not properly cleansed. So the water has not actually been able to hydrate your hair.
@@eems6859 maybe we not using a good shampoo 🤔 but I can wash me and my kids hair and if it’s not moisturized it’s breaking off. I hate it 😩
I love this video I use aloe Vera juice on my kids as well as my hair. I saw a big difference in there hair growth and how they’re keeping moisture in there hair.
I agree that you do not need oils. I also wanted to add that if water isn't penetrating easily you could also have low porosity hair.
Great point!
Girllll I don’t use oils and my hair is so soft, and it doesn’t feel as dry and crispy lol.
Right that's what I'm saying!! Mine is the same way!
Locs Shouldn’t Be Soft Soft Unless It’s The Texture Of Your Hair
@@Kashfrmdaway well I personally think locs shouldn’t be dry that they feel like hairs will break off
@@aishaamichellee Just Gotta Find Some Type Of Balance
@@aishaamichellee What do you use
I am 2 yes and 6 months Loc’d and I started semi free forming only use rose water vitamin E oil mix and a leave in conditioner
I saw that tiktok too and I’ve been wondering if this works for locs too (especially low porosity hair). Thanks for sharing!
No problem! It's been working great for me!
Thank you, just started my loc journey and every bit of information is essential in the proper upkeep of my locs. 👍😁
You're so welcome!
Same ✨❤️!
I still might use my oils here and there but I will give this a try.
Nothing wrong with that, let me know how it goes! 💘
I’m going to try this method! And I just washed and put oil in my hair. But next week when I wash again I’ll start. I’ve been locked for almost 4 years next January. I’ve been very bored with my locs they stay very dry and brittle. I have not routine so it want hurt to give this a go.
I'm back again lol 😆 I needed a reminder. Alot of good tips and advice are in this video.
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I pretty much do this. Shampoo 1x a month, no conditioner, oils, butters or anything else. I notice anytime I have tried oils it just makes my scalp itch
That happens to me too my scalp itches like crazy
This 1🔥
Ok so I'm intrigued and can't wait to hear how it continues to go for you.
I've been loc'd for over 15 years and I enjoy hearing/learning new things. Especially if it promotes minimal products. I'm going to think about giving this a try. Think I'll do this after a detox to start fresh and see how it goes for me. I already use only a quarter size amount of oil anyway so this doesn't feel like a massive change for me.
Yes! Try it out and see how you like it! Can't hurt to see!
@@tyrathethird I'm about 8 weeks in and I love the results! I had only been using a quarter sized amount of oil a couple times a week, so it wasn't a huge stretch to try this.
I haven't decided no oils in my locs. I may test using that small amount of oils again and see how my hair feels. But I can see myself deciding to cut them out completely. We'll see!
Yes!! Oils and water is all I used in my hair and it’s super crusty now especially my scalp
I’d like to see follow ups of this method. Also, what is being used when retwisting?
I go to a professional for all of my retwists, I'll have to ask!
Water.
I use rose water and vit e.. it keeps my locs soft. I wash my hair once month or twice depends
I going to try this because I didn't use oil as a loose natural. I'm almost a year into my loc journey and my hair is dra-rye and oily.
Yea give it a shot!
I use oil, but I will say washing once a week keeps my hair hydrated
OMG!! Girl you made me laugh so hard at 3:44. HILARIOUS!!!
😂😂😂❤️
I use water and then coconut oil but I might try this method 🤔
Water on locs can actually be a bit drying , water that’s infused with something preferably rose water is better for locs because it actually absorbs into the hair keeping it moisturized.
insightful, thanks for sharing! I've been using plain old tap water but it can't hurt to fix your water however you'd like lol.
There are oils in the leave-in spray that you are now using - just FYI. Love your locs! 🥰
Yes, You're right! I don't mind using products infused with oils as long as they're water based, I just won't be applying oil directly to my locs anymore. Thank you for watching and for leaving a comment! 💕💕💕
@@tyrathethird glad you said water based product's mixed with oil. Peppermint oil is also cleansing and very light weight. I'm gonna give Aloe Vera a try as well.
Do u use peppermint oil? Idk why I thought u said that. 🤔. Let me know please
@@shamaraboonemua121 I def used to use peppermint oil, not anymore since I started this method!
😍😍😍 I love the growth spurt!! And congratulations on the 3k baby!!!
I stopped with oils and every other product i had like that green spray from ORS and since stopped i have no smelly hair or that heating up feeling anymore.
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I workout a lot so in the summer it was the most hard time for me because of the oil and sweating if you train intense the oil was really not letting the scalp breathe at least i can admit that i made mistakes and it broke my hair because of my hair getting too wet and loose.
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Since i stopped in august my hair is actually normal again no itching or that fizz heating up feeling sometimes i forgot that when i was a teenager i never used oils and my hair did fine i think like many i got caught up with "believing things" when it came to hair health.
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My barber actually got me on using oil i think everybody's scalp is different but i don't need it and i don't believe "we" as a community need oils at all in february i'm on 5 years before this i had locs for 7 years.
This was very insightful, thank you for sharing! 💖
I know this video is old lol but I have to comment. I have seborrheic dermatitis. Normally I would start getting irritation within a week. I would wash my hair weekly. I started eating better and losing weight so I didn’t get the flare ups nearly as bad as before. However, I knew once I got locs I didn’t want the flaking and have to wash my hair weekly. So, I started experimenting with my routine. As a loose natural we’re told to seal in moisture with oils so I never thought to change this back then. However, with locs I felt it was okay to take this away. I opted for rosewater with glycerine. Since glycerine attracts water, I figured my hair would be moisturized. SO GLAD I DID!!!!! Omggg oils really do irritate your scalp when you have scalp conditions. A lot of oils have acids in them that are irritating. Like Lauric acid in coconut oil. I’m currently about to go into my 3rd week with no flare ups!!!! So happy and I advise anyone to experiment with their routine as well. I spray my starter locs /scalp everyday with rosewater and glycerine.
Omg I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you so much for sharing this. I’ve had a few people with skin/scalp conditions ask me if this would work for them and I honestly couldn’t say. But I’m so glad to hear it’s working out for you! ✨
YOU ARE GORGEOUS SIS‼️✨🖤😍
Thank you!! 🥺💘💘
Makes so much sense, what shampoo & conditioner do you use? Ty
To each it’s own, I’ll try not to put oil directly on my hair but I’m still going to oil my scalp.
Different strokes for different folks, nothing wrong with that 🙌🏼
Same
I was introduced to this method a few years ago when I went to get a Diva Cut.
I don’t believe you have to completely get rid of using oils. I do💯believe it just depends on your hair, hair texture and just really knowing your hair and how your hair responds to products. I also believe it depends on how often you’re doing it and the oils you’re using. However, everyone’s hair and scalp is different. I am starting my love journey and recently learned I am allergic to a lot of ingredients in hair products therefore for me I cannot use a lot of oils or shampoos and conditioners or leave conditioners so water is usually my base but I have found that grape seed oil does pretty good for me. I don’t use it every day maybe 2x a week. It is probably one of the lightest oils I could find that will relieve my scalp itch and dryness. But yes you have to do what works for you. There is no right or wrong answer. If your responds well then keep doing it.
Agreed!
Super awesome video, and very informative! I have super high porosity hair so I think oils actually benefit me. But I don’t use anything else besides water. Just started my locs a few weeks ago so we’ll see🙏🏿! Thank you for sharing your experience ❤️!
Thank you for sharing your experience as well!
@@tyrathethird You’re welcome ✨❤️!
I’ve been hesitant (and against tbh) this method for a hot minute now, but now I’m willing to give it a try instead of being hard headed 😅😂 I only oil my scalp for the most part, so what every oil is on my fingers from a scalp massage, is what gets on the shaft of my locs. I’ll be out of my oils soon so I just won’t buy anymore and see what happens!!
Give it a try and see!
I’m just now seeing this… It makes sense… I’ve been doing oils every 2-3 days but it feels so dry like minutes later… I just started my locs a little over a month ago. I have problems trying to moisturize my hair even with conditioner. I’m going to try just water but not from the sink because I know my water is strong
Thank you for this great video. I have stopped using oils on my locs also. They are growing striving more (my 3rd set).
You are so welcome!
I just use olive, lavender, tea tree, jojaba, castor, and vitamin e oil mixed together. Havent had any problems for the 6 years I have been growing my hair. I wash every two weeks and retwist every month or month and half.
Glad you found what works for you!
Just discovered your channel-- had to subscibe! Loved the intro, and your energy is so calming! Feels like a conversation.
Yay! Thanks for subbing!
Hi I just started my journey on my 3 weeks so how long should I wait to get my hair retwisted and I have been putting water n oil n my hair like every other day so I need to stop doing this
I’ve been doing this’d for months, I do put jojoba oil on my scalp because it’s the closest to our own natural sebum. But nothing but rose water, and distilled water and essential oils sometimes
I use hemp oil and shea butter on my locs I also wash my hair three times a week and my locs are Never dry.
Wow! Three times a week!?
@@tyrathethird Yes i think it contributes greatly to my hydration and i shampoo with all natural peppermint castile soap and use a hemp oil i make on my scalp, no itching, no flakes and no dry brittle hair with using shea butter. I will also note that I put oils in after each wash. I have semi free form locs so i have the freedom to wash 3 times a week.
Oh wow that’s something to think about. I’m nervous about my locs drying out
Give it a try and see! It may work for you!
I stopped using oils on my loose natural hair in March and my curls were the best they ever looked in my entire life! I am locked now (2 months on the 30th) and I use ONE oil.. sparingly. I focus more on hydrating with water based products and my locs are thrivingggggg.
Yassss, Happy to hear that!
As soon as my hair get wet, it curls up. When I have an updo, it makes my hair look like a fro. Do you have any suggestions for that?
Congrats on 3k sis! So proud, my seester RUclips famous 😄😄
I simply replaced my cold oil treatments with hot that i include in my rinse water for rinsing out the conditioner & it's worked their soft & I hardly ever have problems with dandruff
Okay ladies!!! Ima take y’all word! I been 6 months locked! I wash and use a leave and conditioner! From there it’s just water and oil! But I’m done wit the oil and only using water and water based conditioner!! 😵💫😵💫😍 I’m excited 😆
I'm excited for you!
Great video! Everything in moderation and I'm speaking for myself. The lady is so true though, water is key. Water alone hydrates. You're right though we are so used to using products but oils seems to be the more natural choice than the products we used to use but we shouldn't over do it . Your locs are very nice!!
Well said! And thank you! 💓
Everything your saying is right, only one thing. Yes oil repels water but it's suppose to be used to seal in the moisture not to use before washing. That's why with locs we don't wash our hair too often and only put your oils on your scalp. But that works for me. I allow my hair to dry and soak up as much water as possible and right before it's too dry apply the oil.
Can't go wrong with aloe Vera though.
I tried that and it didn’t work for me unfortunately but if it works for you, awesome!
@@tyrathethird I feel you. There's too many nuances when it come to everyone's regiment. I like to experiment tho. At one point I almost gave up on oils until I got it right
It's funny how we do so much to our hair. Water and herbal tea (rosemary & neem) 🍵 works for me. Shampoo with black soap once a while.
Wow I was like this girl is tripping at first ! After watching I can definitely see how this works. In my personal experience I would use oil or even see others use oil when **not moisturizing every day . In addition to that also washing consistently as oil is* in fact a barrier. Thank you so much this was very insightful and challenged my old way of thinking !
& the lil Wayne carter comment had me WHEEEZING !
not this girl is tripping LMAO! thank you for sharing!
okay so I got a question. I noticed that she said oil deflects moisture, so what does that mean for our roots? Because our scalps produces its own natural oil called Sebum*. So does that mean our roots are deflecting moisture? Or is the Sebum* enough?
Sebum sweetie ❤ the cerebrum is a part of the brain. Sebum is the oil that our sebaceous glands naturally secretes.
I haven't found anything that states the natural oils in our scalp can deflect moisture.
@@JaiHow2011 lmaooooo!! yes!! OMG, my bad, im so embarrassed, but that's what i meant. I just knew it was an oil that our scalp creates on its own. Thank you so much cause girl I was loud and wrong just now! LOL!
@@tyrathethird okay cool. I was asking because in the videos she stated that oils deflect moisture so i figured that included sebum*** Thank you so much for replying!!
@@ambercunningham1291 we all mess up from time to time... no worries ❤ I get brain fog a lot... so I know the feeling all too well. Be blessed sis 💕
I shampoo my hair but I don’t use conditioner what I noticed is oils and my scalp do not get along. I mist my hair with aloe vera juice/rose water and add macadamia nut healing oil to my locs maybe 2 times a week that’s it. My hair feels soooooo soft with the oils being on my scalp in the past they caused so much build up.
I'm dying at the public rage demonstration 3:44! LOL. I'm a loose natural (with an eye on starting locs soon) and I've virtually cut oil out too. Can't get enough of water! I use a water based moisturiser, something OLD SKOOL that my curly permed Mum would use...nothing fancy, once a week, only water and rosewater spritz's daily and a good massage. So low maintenance it's a joke, and that leaves my hair soft, no build up (little fatty product use) and no issues with scalp. If I use oil, it's to pre-poo. Great video - content and the lol's :)