Co Washing and Castor Oil

[sweetkita4]

I like to co wash every day and I am having trouble finding something to hold in the moisture that I get from doing so. I heard of putting castor oil on sopping wet hair when you get out of the shower and I was wondering if any of you guys do this? Do you experience buildup? Do you have to clarify more often? Thanks in Advance!

 

[whitneysimone]

castor oil is a pretty thick/heavy oil.
I think if you used it everday, even with cowashes, there would be buildup and you may have clarify more frequently. I used a CAPFUL of castor oil in my DC and could FEEL the oil on my hair when I rinsed the dc oil. it is definitly too heavy an oil for my hair.

but my suggestion would be to at least try and see if it works for you. If you find that you like it but would benefit more from a lighter oil you could try EVOO or Coconut oil and if those are still too thick/heavy for your hair, i would try jojoba oil.

whatever you end up trying, just remember with the oils a little goes a loooooong way to try and decrease buildup on your hair.

to hold in moisture tho I would get a very moisturizing leave-in and then follow up with one of the oils above to seal everything in.

 

[sweetkita4]

castor oil is a pretty thick/heavy oil.
I think if you used it everday, even with cowashes, there would be buildup and you may have clarify more frequently. I used a CAPFUL of castor oil in my DC and could FEEL the oil on my hair when I rinsed the dc oil. it is definitly too heavy an oil for my hair.

but my suggestion would be to at least try and see if it works for you. If you find that you like it but would benefit more from a lighter oil you could try EVOO or Coconut oil and if those are still too thick/heavy for your hair, i would try jojoba oil.

whatever you end up trying, just remember with the oils a little goes a loooooong way to try and decrease buildup on your hair.

to hold in moisture tho I would get a very moisturizing leave-in and then follow up with one of the oils above to seal everything in.

Thanks for your reply! Where would I be able to find those other oils?

 

[whitneysimone]

Castor oil & EVOO can be found at any grocery store or wal-mart.
Coconut oil can be found at a lot of ethnic specific markets, like Indian & Asian Markets, and also at health food stores like Gelsons, Whole Foods ect. Vitamine Shoppe may carry it also.
Jojoba oil can be found at heath food stores and stores like vitamin shoppe & gnc.

I've seen a lot of other ladies use a combination of these oils or other oils all together, so hopefully others can give you advice too and then from there you can come up with something that will work best for YOUR hair

 

[sweetkita4]

Castor oil & EVOO can be found at any grocery store or wal-mart.
Coconut oil can be found at a lot of ethnic specific markets, like Indian & Asian Markets, and also at health food stores like Gelsons, Whole Foods ect. Vitamine Shoppe may carry it also.
Jojoba oil can be found at heath food stores and stores like vitamin shoppe & gnc.

I've seen a lot of other ladies use a combination of these oils or other oils all together, so hopefully others can give you advice too and then from there you can come up with something that will work best for YOUR hair

Lol, well not too many people will probably respond but I'm grateful for you response its been a huge help! Quick question, what does EVOO stand for?

ps: you have REALLY gorgeous hair. What's your regimen?

 

[alexstin]

I like to co wash every day and I am having trouble finding something to hold in the moisture that I get from doing so. I heard of putting castor oil on sopping wet hair when you get out of the shower and I was wondering if any of you guys do this? Do you experience buildup? Do you have to clarify more often? Thanks in Advance!

I love castor oil. The trick is not to use too much. Also, since it's so thick I like to mix it with a dab of something else to make it spread easier.

 

[Lissa0821]

I use a small of amount of castor oil with my conditioners too. Another good product to add as well is honey for more moisture.

 

[miss Congeniality]

If you live in a humid area I would suggest that you use glycerin. But if you live somewhere with dry climate avoid it and products that use it, because it could take moisture from your hair.

 

[Priss Pot]

Actually, I tried that this morning, except I didn't co-wash. I shampooed and conditioned. When I got out the shower, I applied Giovanni Direct Leave-in and then applied a layer of castor oil over it. My hair is veryyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy soft right now. The only gripe I have with using it on wet hair is that it's thick and sticky and it doesn't just "smooth" on.

 

[sweetkita4]

If you live in a humid area I would suggest that you use glycerin. But if you live somewhere with dry climate avoid it and products that use it, because it could take moisture from your hair.

Glycerin as in a product or alone? Where could I get glycerin by itself? I live in eastern North Carolina where EVERYDAY is humid, lol

 

[sweetkita4]

Actually, I tried that this morning, except I didn't co-wash. I shampooed and conditioned. When I got out the shower, I applied Giovanni Direct Leave-in and then applied a layer of castor oil over it. My hair is veryyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy soft right now. The only gripe I have with using it on wet hair is that it's thick and sticky and it doesn't just "smooth" on.

That was one of my concerns, do you add anything to make it less thick?

OT: After you wash your hair, are you able to keep your curls if you apply leave in after a wash? When I do that, I'm so worried about getting moisturizer from root to tip that I "disturb" them I guess and it comes out looking fluffy

 

[sweetkita4]

I love castor oil. The trick is not to use too much. Also, since it's so thick I like to mix it with a dab of something else to make it spread easier.

What do you mix yours with?

 

[GeorginaSparks]

I use my castor oil straight up. A little goes a long way. by the time your hair is dry, It will look fine

 

[miss Congeniality]

Glycerin as in a product or alone? Where could I get glycerin by itself? I live in eastern North Carolina where EVERYDAY is humid, lol

Oh, I live in NC too, you should be find. You can buy glycerin from a drug store. You can add it to you conditioners, spritz, etc.

 

[alexstin]

What do you mix yours with?

I squirt a little of this in my hand to mix with a drop or two of castor oil. http://www.walgreens.com/store/prod...520&skuid=sku308520&navAction=push&navCount=1

You can use any thinner oil though.

 

[lizjoseph]

Lol, well not too many people will probably respond but I'm grateful for you response its been a huge help! Quick question, what does EVOO stand for?

ps: you have REALLY gorgeous hair. What's your regimen?

EVOO= Extra Virgin Olive Oil

 

[chayil0427]

I love castor oil. The trick is not to use too much. Also, since it's so thick I like to mix it with a dab of something else to make it spread easier.

Yep..what she said. I use castor oil straight on wet hair and also on dry hair. Right now I'm putting shea butter on wet hair and then I dry. Then I coat my hair with castor oil and cover it with a satin bonnet. It soaks in over night and I wake up with really soft moist hair.

Chayil

 

[Lady Esquire]

Quick question, what does EVOO stand for?

EVOO stands for Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

Also, it is all trial and error. Try Jojoba, Coconut, Avocado, and there are tons more. The girls on this board rave about Amla oil and Dabur Vitaka oil, which are indian oils. I have heard good review on hemp oil. Adding glycerin and some other stuff to products, adds moisture to hair. Make concoctions and have fun with experimenting. There is too many to mention. Go to www.motowngirl.com. She has compiled a great amount of info regarding essential and carrier oils, and she explains the benefits and uses for each. Also, another great tip is to carry a small spritz bottle with water mixed with your favorite oil(s), and spritz during the day when you feel you hair getting dry. When I was natural, I did this, especially in the warm months. Your best bet would be to find a moisturizer, and use a light oil to seal the moisturizer in. But again, there is a learning curve to all of this. Good luck.