Great buys for $5 and under

[God's Anointed]

Ok ladies, i know that times are hard for a lot of us in this hair journey and some of us are doing more and more for our hair at home. So, for those of us who are cutting back financially because of hard times, i was thinking that maybe the ladies on this site can help us find some cheapie goodies for our hair. The limit is $5 so anything we can buy for $5 and under is greatly appreciated. Tell us the name of the product, how much it costs and where we can buy it. I will also add some cheapies overtime. Deep conditioners are greatly appreciated, esp for the winter that's coming up.

Lekair Cholesterol Conditioner...$2...Walmart
Lutrasilk Mango Butter Cholesterol... ~$2...Dollar General
Hollywood Beauty Carrot Creme...$3...Walgreens
Ultra Sheen Duo Tex Protein Conditioner...$5...BSS
BB Oil Moisturizer hair lotion...$2.50...Walmart
Cantu Break Cure Strengthening Treatment...$4...Walmart
Cantu Grow Strong Strengthening Treatment...$4...Walmart
Cantu Leace in Conditioning Repair Cream...$5...Walmart
Proclaim Cream Cholesterol...$2+...Sally's Beauty Supply
Proclaim Aloe Shampoo...$4...Sally's
Proclaim Aloe Conditioner...$4...Sally's
Proclaim Natural 7 Oil...$4...Sally's
Silk Elements Shampoo...$3...Sally's
Silk Elements Conditioner...$3...Sally's

and almost any Africa's Best Product you can think of...sold at most Walmarts and Walgreens

What else can you guys think of?

 

[preciousfa02]

Trader joes nourish spa poo & condish $2.99
Elasta qp intense recovery $2.99

 

[LisaLisa1908]

Suave Moisturizing Conditioners for cowashes - usually 99 cents, sometimes cheaper
ORS pack - usually about $2.00, sometimes less

 

[Platinum]

VO5 Conditioner (great for cowashing)-$1 at Family Dollar
Ayurvedic powders (i.e. Brahmi, Amla, Shikakai)-$2.99 to $3.99 at most Indian shops
Olive oil- $2.50 at Family Dollar

 

[Barbie83]

ORS Pak-$1.29-$1.59 Walgreens, Kroger, Wal-mart, etc.
Motions Moistureplus condish- $3 - Walgreens, CVS, Walmart
Organix line - $4.99 (only this week at CVS-usually about $7)

Great thread!

 

[varaneka]

Caramocal Joy $2-$5 natural products and free shipping on $20+ orders

 

[Diva_Esq]

Herbal Essence Hello Hydration Line $2.99 sometimes on sale
Garnier Fructis Length & Strength Line $2.99 sometimes on sale
Farnier Fructis Brilliantine Water-Based Wax...BOMB!
Motions Conditioning Shampoo

 

[darlingdiva]

V05 Kiwi Lime Squeeze Clarifying Shampoo-$1.19-$1.49 (it can be found at dollar stores, BSS's, and pharmacies like Rite Aid, Duane Reade, etc.)

Regular Castor Oil-$1.99 (it can be found at BSS's and pharmacies like Rite Aid, Duane Reade, etc.)

Apple Cider Vinegar-$2.59 (it can be found at the supermarket)

 

[Chaosbutterfly]

Hollywood Beauty Olive Cholesterol - $3
Vatika Oil - $3 (very well spent, might I add)

Great thread, OP!

 

[charmtreese]

Mane and tail detangler $4.99 or less!!!!

 

[lovelynights]

Sunsilk Captivating Curls about $3.50 in store or 2for$6 on Walmart.com. It was something I just picked up one day. I love it for my braidouts
Almond Rain Oil Mist by Dark & Lovely-less than $5

I know you said $5 but just wanted you ladies to know walmart has the big bottles of Herbal Essences, Dove, Pantene and several other brands for dirt cheap conpared to what they usually are in the store.

 

[missbritt1986]

Softee Signature Growth Oil @ Dollar General. Really moisturizing, natural, & smells heavenly. 2 formulas. $2 each

 

[sholly6]

Thanks I needed one

Susan

 

[naturalpride]

HE Hello Hydration $2.49-Walmart

 

[Arian]

Elasta QP Creme Conditioning Poo-$2.99 Sally's
Elasta QP Recovery- $2.89--Sally's
Profectiv Healthy Ends--$4.99--Wmart, Sally's, etc.

 

[MizzBrit]

this should be easy
everything ibuy is under 5 bucks unless its in bulk...

suave tropical coconut:$1
herbal essences hello hydration-ranges from $3-4
eco styling gel-$4
africa's best herbal oil-$2
shea butter-can be as low as $2/lb when bought in bulk
coconut milk/honey/evoo/baking soda-all at grocery under $5

 

[MrsTimberlake]

NTM Daily Deep Conditioner...4.99 @ Target
HE LTR Leave-In...2.99 @ Target

 

[prettybrowneyescutie]

organics hair mayo 3.99 walgreens
glycerin 3.99 cvs
shea butter oil .99 bss
grape seep oil .99 bss
aloe vera gel 2.99 walmart
eco styler gel 3.99 sally's
africa's best herbal oil 1.99 family dollar
hask placenta henna pack 1.99 walgreens
infusium 23 4.99 walgreens
motions leave-in 3.59 walgreen
pantene conditioner 4.99 walgreens
queen helene hair cholestrol 2.99 walgreens
smooth 'n shine pack 1.99 walgreens
tresseme condtioner 3.99 walgreen
white rain 1.00 dollar tree
herbal essences codntioner 3.49 walgreen
dove 4.79 walgreen
granier fructis conditioner 3.59 walgreen
aussie moist conditioner 3.79 walgreen
baking soda .50 family dollar

 

[ladybuddafly]

Not adding anything right now, but wanted to say loving this thread. Thank you!

 

[empressri]

I know if you buy the big bottles they can cost more than $5 but the garnier fructis conditioners are the bomb! I'm not one for drugstore conditioners cause I hate how they make my hair feel but I've been having some nice results lately! I have the length and strength, sleek and shine and triple nutrition conditioners and deep conditioners. Bought some of the styling products to play with too. Ecostyler is also nice!

 

[Nayeli]

This is a great thread idea! I'm re-iterating some things that have been said

BB Oil Moisturizer - this thing is under-rated. I bought it and just left it in a basket under my sink. Had to pull it out when my Kids Organics was done. I added some water and BAM - less breakage, less shedding. The best!

Suave Tropical Coconut Con - Just bought another bottle today. There isn't anything better under $2 for co-washes or for a doctored DC (I add EVOO)

Glycerin - just makes everything work better lol.

 

[Barbara]

These are my budget products:

Shampoos: Cream of Nature (detangling/moisturizing formula) still sold in Los Angeles, Elasta QP Cream Conditioning Shampoo, and Proclaim Olive Glossing Shampoo

Conditioners: Silk Elements – 3 versions, Motions Moisture Plus, Suave Humectant/Biolage, Mane N Tail, VO 5 Smoothies & Moisture Milk, Suave Milk and Honey and Coconut, ORS Replenishing Pak, Proclaim Olive Glossing Conditioner, and Le Kair Cholesterol Plus, Aussie 3 Minute Miracle

Leave In Treatment: Infusium 23

Pomades: Softee Indian Hemp, TCB Naturals, Africa’s Best Super Gro, Wondergro Shea Butter Pomade, Vaseline mixed with oils and butters

Oils: Hairobics, Africa’s Best Herbal Oil, Olive Oil, Vegetable Oil, Hot 6

 

[maxineshaw]

Softee Signature Growth Oil @ Dollar General. Really moisturizing, natural, & smells heavenly. 2 formulas. $2 each

There are actually 3 different formulas. I have been meaning to find them so I can try them out, but only after I finish what I have.


Thanks to the OP and everyone who has commented. I am on a mission to keep it under $5, and this is really helpful.