The subject of whether to oil or not is controversial in African hair care. You’ll have to decide for yourself. My experience has been that oil is good for my hair. The right oil though is of vital importance. I only use all natural oils, mostly plant oils. I try to avoid mineral oil and petroleum based products. The one notable exception to the plant oil rule is emu oil (an animal oil). I love emu oil! This is one of those places where you’ll really have to experiment. To apply the product, I put a little of the product in the palm of my hand (and melt it, if it’s a solid product). I then rub it on the hair and massage into the scalp. I will not use anything that doesn't melt at body temperature. Some of my favorite oils are:- Shea Butter Oil- has the wonderful properties of Shea Butter, but in a much lighter, liquid form. It’s still a key ingredient in many hair and skin care products.
- Emu Oil- unbelievably good for scalp health. Improves circulation, reduces inflammation and has natural antiseptic properties. All help promote hair growth.
- Jojoba Oil- the closest thing to natural sebum itself. Jojoba oil is technically a wax, not oil. It can actually make oily skin less oily and dry skin more oily, In other words, it helps bring skin into balance.
- Castor Oil- nice all natural plant oil that helps humectify (draw moisture to) the hair and scalp.
- SheaMoisture Shea Butter Leave-In Conditioner
- Treasured Locks Hair & Scalp Elixir
- Treasured Locks Conditioning Balm
- Treasured Locks H2G Hair Growth Serum- with Emu Oil. My favorite.
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