sunflora
Flowah Powah
I know that long, long ago, when dinosaurs roamed LHCF, many loved cheapies. Nowadays, it seems more common to spend $30 on two ounces of conditioner. I'm not knocking ladies who make that investment, but Biolage, Brigeo, Living Proof etc. are not more important than my college loans 
So, with all that silliness behind, who still loves the simple cheapies? My favs are:
V05 Clarifying Kiwi Shampoo: I realize that sulfates are a must if I'm going straight, or just when I need to degunk my scalp after a few months of sulfate-free. Oddly enough, this is less drying than my SM or my shampoo bars! Go figure
Suave Naturals Conditioners: I like the family size essentials/naturals whatever they're called. Coconut used to be my ride or die, but lately I also like Strawberry Fields. It smells super nummy, and I think it has even more slip than coconut. I can also use these as a leave in when I'm in a pinch.
Sunflower oil: Idk if this falls under cheapie, but I can get a big 16oz bottle for $10 and throw in some Rose EO and it smells soooo so good, like an expensive luxury oil, and it lasts me multiple lifetimes. I used to seal with coconut oil, and only buy the cream of the crop, unprocessed, extra extra extra virgin that was like $20. No more, fam.
Gorilla snot: This recently replaced EcoStyler since I'm late on their formula change that does nothing for my hair - I believe it is cheaper at about $2.50. I like it for slicking my hair into a bun that will stay there forever, but wouldn't wear it on loose hair. I just have to be careful not to let it run down my neck after a shower, that seems to irritate my skin, but any other skin contact doesn't do anything.
Bigen: I used this a long time ago, not sure why I'd ever stop. I tend to keep my hair black, it turns red for one reason or another. Permanent dyes will lift before they deposit, Bigen only deposits. For only 4 bucks a pop and super dark coverage, I love it. No more Feria bull crap.
Tell us yours!!
So, with all that silliness behind, who still loves the simple cheapies? My favs are:
V05 Clarifying Kiwi Shampoo: I realize that sulfates are a must if I'm going straight, or just when I need to degunk my scalp after a few months of sulfate-free. Oddly enough, this is less drying than my SM or my shampoo bars! Go figure
Suave Naturals Conditioners: I like the family size essentials/naturals whatever they're called. Coconut used to be my ride or die, but lately I also like Strawberry Fields. It smells super nummy, and I think it has even more slip than coconut. I can also use these as a leave in when I'm in a pinch.
Sunflower oil: Idk if this falls under cheapie, but I can get a big 16oz bottle for $10 and throw in some Rose EO and it smells soooo so good, like an expensive luxury oil, and it lasts me multiple lifetimes. I used to seal with coconut oil, and only buy the cream of the crop, unprocessed, extra extra extra virgin that was like $20. No more, fam.
Gorilla snot: This recently replaced EcoStyler since I'm late on their formula change that does nothing for my hair - I believe it is cheaper at about $2.50. I like it for slicking my hair into a bun that will stay there forever, but wouldn't wear it on loose hair. I just have to be careful not to let it run down my neck after a shower, that seems to irritate my skin, but any other skin contact doesn't do anything.
Bigen: I used this a long time ago, not sure why I'd ever stop. I tend to keep my hair black, it turns red for one reason or another. Permanent dyes will lift before they deposit, Bigen only deposits. For only 4 bucks a pop and super dark coverage, I love it. No more Feria bull crap.
Tell us yours!!
...it only cost $2.75-$3.50. I've been DC'ing with it my whole journey.
