On a lesser traveled path...

Once again I am considering going natural. I’ve only intentionally tried once to go natural but that failed miserably after I ran out and got a perm when summer was around the corner. The other few times, well I was just too broke to get my hair done.

This time though, I am purposely contemplating. My last perm was about 2 months ago and since then I have just been doing my own thing. I used Dr. Miracle’s grow 2 in 1 shampoo & conditioner, anti-breakage strengthening crème and gro oil (product review coming soon). After being too lazy to constantly oil my hair like 8 times a day per product, I switched to various other companies like Herbal Essence.

I have been pleasantly surprised at my results. My hair does seem to have grown slightly but I feel that is just because styling at home always provides more TLC than a busy stylist. The months of using a hot comb versus a touch up have got me thinking again, should I take that leap? I love my hair semi-natural from my curly fro to textured ponytail. I just hate the effort.

After spending a boring Sunday searching the internet (and partially without electricity because I did not pay the bill) I stumbled upon a really great concept, Co-washing and co-rinsing.

 

The “co” is short for conditioner. My first reaction when I read “wash your hair with conditioner only” was a stank face that had been saved for special stank occasions. After getting over the initial yuck factor, I actually continued to read. Apparently, they make conditioners that strip or cleanse the hair but retaining moisture versus solely conditioning. In the summer these natural sistas suggested “co-washing” weekly or more to keep in the moisture. With all of the working out I do in the summer heat I will definitely give it a try. Who knows, maybe this will lead me back on my natural path.

If anyone co-washes or wants to give it a try with me, let me know. I’d love to hear your method and how it worked out for you. I’m trying to get silky soft hair for everyone!