If you have extremely curly hair, chances are you have experienced those annoying little knots, balls, or tangles on the ends of your hair on about the second or third day of wearing your hair in natural, "free-flowing" styles [braid-outs, twist-outs, etc]. Not only can they be frustrating, but they can also cause additional tangles, knots and subsequent damage if those issues persist.
Lately I have been experimenting with different moisturizing formulas because honestly I am always searching for the next best thing. The weather has been pretty frigid as of late, and as a result, my favorite products are not as moisturizing as they once were + my ends are starting to curl up on themselves which means it is time to up the moisturizing ante. I picked up some of my favorite products and played kitchen chemist the past few weeks, and this simple recipe was definitely a winner:
Ingredients
4 ounces of Suave Almond & Shea Butter Conditioner [you can use your favorite condish]
1 vial of Fermodyl 619 [formulated for kinky, coarse hair]
2 teaspoons of Aloe Vera Juice
Enough water to make it a light, spray-able consistency
Directions:
- Add all ingredients to a spray bottle, and shake to mix well!
- Lightly spray on hair nightly and cover with a satin bonnet. This dual purpose spritz will help hydrate your hair during the harsh winter months; and eliminate the knotting dilemna's by lubricating your strands and keeping your cuticles flat which means little to no tangling and/or matting. This formula is light enough not to weigh your hair down, and is suitable for nightly use.
Benefits:
Ultra hydrating formula keeps your hair soft and shiny
Lactic acid found in Fermodyl 619 minimizes tangles, matting and knots; making it more manageable
Aloe Vera acts as a protective barrier against the harsh, cold weather
About this formulation:
- Conditioner: Helps keep hair supple, cuticles flat, and hair ultra hydrated
- Fermodyl 619: My Holy Grail in a vial; this product keeps those cuticles laying flat which means less frizz, less tangles, matting, knots and less fuss.
- Aloe Vera Juice: Aloe Juice makes an excellent additive as it nourishes your follicles, protects your hair, and offers a bit of hydration as well
- Water: One of nature's best moisturizers; if you have hard water, opt for bottled distilled water. Alternatively, you can use Rose Water for a luxurious treat [I love the moisturizing effects of Rose Water].
Ugh! I've been noticing my tresses feeling so dry lately, it's actually really cold here in SoCal.. (don't laugh ya'll!) Good info! I'm gonna get in the kitchen and play some lab master!
ReplyDeleteOMG thanks for this. I've been literally pulling knots out of my hair for the past month and I KNOW that that can't be good for my growth.
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Can't wait to try this! Where can you find fermodyl 619? Can you substitute aloe vera gel for juice?
ReplyDeletehey this sounds great and i actually have all of the ingredients! do you have to seal this moisture in? or is it ok to just spray and go?
ReplyDelete@vetty- you can find the fermodyl 619 at sally beauty supply
Vetty, fermodyl 619 can be found in a beauty supply store. she uses juice. I guess gel can be used.
ReplyDeleteI've been searching for the ingredients of Fermodyl 619....what exactly is in there....Sometimes I cowash so I'm like ingredient aware of what goes in my hair :)
ReplyDeleteI will have to try this, I've had a problem every now and then with knots and didn't know how to stop it.
ReplyDeleteGet out of my head, how did you know I had knots. Thanks for the tip I'll definitely pick up the fermodyl 619 before shampooing this weekend.
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh....thanks for posting this. That's why I don't like rockin my hair out too much and just keep it twisted. I get soooo annoyed when my hair is out that I can only stand it for about a week. Thanks!!!
ReplyDeleteLove post and thanks for the inspiration. LLP~OGC
ReplyDeletewhere could I get fermodyl 619? and that's so awesome I always wanted something like that.
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thanx allie & anonymous :)
ReplyDeleteWhich formula are you recommend please? It seems that there are several types. Thanks!
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ReplyDeleteOooh... thanks for the recipe! My hair is in constant need of moisture, so I will definitely give this a go.
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Sounds so hydrating! Can't wait to give it a try!
ReplyDeleteI wanted to know if you have ever used Nioxin and Alterna Hair products are they good.
ReplyDeleteFreakin ammaaaaazing "concoction"...I used it for the first time last night, and I think today was the first time in my 9months being natural that my hair didn't frizz by the end of the day. My chunky twistout stayed soft, defined and shiny...Thanks for the DIY post
ReplyDeleteShea butter or cocoa butter should work well used a couple times a da
ReplyDeleteShould one use an actually conditioner designated as a 'leave-in' or can any conditioner work for this recipe??? If so, what's really the difference between a conditioner that's a leave-in and one that's not?
ReplyDeleteThanks for the answer in advance.
I'm going to try this asap. I've been wearing my hair straight via roller set and I can feel little tiny knots on my ends. its driving me crazy.
ReplyDeleteI'll finally be trying this recipe this weekend. I've discovered that adding aloe vera juice to my deep conditioners also helps to moisturize my hair more in the winter. Aloe vera juice is my new best friend after water lol
ReplyDeleteI know that you said try this on your twist out but I am currently rocking two week old coils. I plan on finger combing them as a coil-out. I decided to use the formula but modified it with CURLS for Target conditioner and it was too thick. I sealed the ends with a mixture of almond,pepermit rosemary,eucalptus,lavender oils on my coils and my hair seems frizzy. What gives? Any tips? I really enjoy your site. Thanks!
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