Coconut milk + conditioner = soft, healthy hair

[Divine Inspiration]

Hey ladies,

I've been using coconut milk in my DCs the past month or so, and my hair has changed for the better. It's much softer and smoother, and it seems healthier in general. I've noticed less breakage, and my ends are in great shape.

I know some ladies add coconut milk into their henna mixes, but it also works well mixed into conditioners.

Just wanted to share my experience and hear others.

{DI}

 

[Str8~Curly]

I’m almost ashamed to say this but I tried to use this as a leave-in . Not good. I am going to try this when I DC b/c I always have some in the house to cook my rice and peas.

Hey ladies,

I've been using coconut milk in my DCs the past month or so, and my hair has changed for the better. It's much softer and smoother, and it seems healthier in general. I've noticed less breakage, and my ends are in great shape.

I know some ladies add coconut milk into their henna mixes, but it also works well mixed into conditioners.

Just wanted to share my experience and hear others.

{DI}

 

[WhipEffectz1]

Can you purchase coconut milk at Walmart????

 

[Divine Inspiration]

I’m almost ashamed to say this but I tried to use this as a leave-in . Not good. I am going to try this when I DC b/c I always have some in the house to cook my rice and peas.

Yeah, it doesn't seem like it'd work as well as a leave-in.

 

[B_Phlyy]

This is good to know, I just picked up some coconut milk to mix with my deep conditioners. How often are you using the mixture and how much do you mix?

 

[Str8~Curly]

Can you purchase coconut milk at Walmart????

yup, I bought some there before.

 

[e$h]

Where'd you purchase your coconut milk from? How exactly are you using it with your conditioner? Are you pouring it into the conditioner bottle?

 

[WhipEffectz1]

yup, I bought some there before.

Where is it located???? In the spices/sugar section??

 

[Divine Inspiration]

Can you purchase coconut milk at Walmart????

I don't know because I don't shop at Wal-Mart; I would imagine that the Supercenter would carry it though. I get it from the 99 cent store or the Dollar Tree. I've also seen it in Whole Foods Market.

How often are you using the mixture and how much do you mix?

Just a little. The majority of the mix is conditioner...then I add a little castor oil and a little coconut milk (maybe 1/4 of a can...my hair is past BSL). I've also added Porosity Control to this mix, and all of the ingredients worked well together...my hair was super soft and shiny, and the slip was absolutely wonderful.

 

[hOnii]

I find mine in the ethnic foods isle..

 

[Divine Inspiration]

Where'd you purchase your coconut milk from? How exactly are you using it with your conditioner? Are you pouring it into the conditioner bottle?

See my other post re: location.

No, I don't pour it into my bottle. I mix my DCs in a coloring bowl (purchased from Sally's, but any bowl will do).

 

[Kimberly]

Where is it located???? In the spices/sugar section??

I've seen it there...I'm thinking the International Foods aisle...but I could be mistaken.

 

[WhipEffectz1]

Thanks ladies!!!!!

 

[Str8~Curly]

If I remember correctly it is in the ethic food section

Where is it located???? In the spices/sugar section??

 

[Proudpiscean]

:scratchch.....I'm going to give this a try. Thanks for the idea DI

 

[B_Phlyy]

How often do you use it? I heard that coconut milk can spoil, so I don't want to waste it, but I don't want to overuse it either in a rush to save it.

 

[Str8~Curly]

I only use and refrigerate it for a few days. Some of my family members freeze it after opening until the next use.

How often do you use it? I heard that coconut milk can spoil, so I don't want to waste it, but I don't want to overuse it either in a rush to save it.

 

[Divine Inspiration]

:scratchch.....I'm going to give this a try. Thanks for the idea DI

You're welcome.

How often do you use it? I heard that coconut milk can spoil, so I don't want to waste it, but I don't want to overuse it either in a rush to save it.

Well, I get it for about .45/can so I don't feel terrible throwing it away, but most of the time, I'll refrigerate what's left and use it next go 'round. The can says refrigerate after opening...I"m not sure how long it will stay fresh in there. The maximum time I left some in the fridge was about 11 days, and I used it with no problems.

 

[MochaSilk]

Can you purchase coconut milk at Walmart????

I found it in the asian foods section and mexican foods section. Depending on which Walmart I go to, it's between $0.89 and $1.19.

 

[la flaca]

Is coconut milk a protein? just to make sure I don't mix it with more protein

 

[thiccknlong]

What a coincidence. I just saw a can of coconut milk in walmart today while looking at the canned red beans.

I was like, this is what the girls talk about on LHCF. So I grabbed a can. I'm going to use it after my aphogee (hard kind) conditioner to see if it will soften it up afterwards.

Wish me blessings !

 

[PinkPeony]

Is coconut milk a protein? just to make sure I don't mix it with more protein

Yes inquiring minds would like to know

BTW- LaFlaca you look gorgeous in your siggy and THAT hair

 

[RubyWoo]

Thank you for sharing! I'm going to have to try this. I'm experiment with using this as a prepoo and this will also be included in my henna mix!

 

[atrinibeauty]

Ita W/ Di Coconut Milk Is The Truth! I Use It In My Conditioner W/ Every Wash And I It!

 

[Tee]

hmmmm, looks like I will pick up the coconut milk at my next store visit! Thanks

 

[alundra]

Bumped for La Flaca and Ella who would like to know if this is a protein!
And me too, darned PJ-ness!

 

[Divine Inspiration]

Re: protein, the protein the coconut milk is VERY mild...I mix it with a moisturizing conditioner (Nexxus Humectin). I find it moisturizing and enriching...my cuticles are smoother, and my hair is more manageable with the addition of coconut mik.

 

[gymfreak336]

Thanks for the tip. I will have to give this a try especially being 6 weeks post.

 

[Str8~Curly]

It has some protein, check out this link for the nutritional analysis.

http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts-C00001-01c20oE.html

Bumped for La Flaca and Ella who would like to know if this is a protein!
And me too, darned PJ-ness!

 

[adw425]

I've been doing this for several months now and coconut oil is one of the very best things I have done for my hair. At one point I was using it in my CO washes three or four times a week. I use it in my conditioner, sometimes alone and I also add to my bath water from time to time. It makes my skin very soft. It is the very best detangler there is in my opinion and leaves my hair very soft and strong. Thai Kitchen is the best; it is very thick and great for when you want to use it straight because you can scoop it right out the can. However, Publix carried three different kinds, so sometimes I just go there and get the cheaper brand for 89 cents. It is considered a mild protein.