Natural hair has gotten a pretty bad reputation for being unmanageable, ugly and taboo. Even some of women who are wearing their natural hair have been guilty of adding to natural hairs bad wrap. On the contrary, I believe natural hair is unique and beautiful and when treated properly can be easier to manage and maintain than any style involving chemicals. The key is to learn how to properly care for your natural hair.
Natural hair has two main requirements in order to be happy, healthy, growing hair. One requirement is moisture and the second is conditioning. If you keep your natural hair fully moisturized and conditioned on a regular basis your natural hair will amaze you. You may eventually find yourself wondering why you ever thought otherwise. When properly cared for, you may notice your natural hair behaves better than your hair ever did with chemicals.
Shea butter is one of the all natural products that is known for providing these two key elements to your natural hair. Shea butter, which is a product of Africa, is known as a multi-functional moisturizer. When applied to natural hair it will not only moisturize your hair but it will condition and soften it as well.
Shea butter can be used for many different areas of your natural hair care regimen. From a pre-conditioning treatment, to setting, to sealing your ends when braiding, Shea butter is a multifunctional product which will become your natural hairs best friend.
Because Shea Butter is a natural conditioner, when used regularly your hair will begin to soften and shine in a way that only natural hair that is fully nourished can. Shea butter will add sheen, vibrancy and life to your natural hair. Those tight curls and kinks will get the moisture they need to be more manageable.
Shea Butter is also known for protecting natural hair from the harmful rays of the sun and from other harsh weather conditions. So not only will your natural hair receive its much needed moisture and conditioning properties, it will also be protected from inclement weather. From the moment you apply Shea Butter to your natural hair, it will reap the benefits that will undoubtedly make your hair sing its praises.
Pure, raw, unrefined Shea butter that is yellow is the best Shea Butter to use on natural hair. In this raw and unaltered state the Shea butter will be chock full of moisturizing, conditioning and protective properties. In its raw form it can also be mixed with other natural ingredients to make many different treatments for natural hair. One of my personal favorites for de-tangling, softening and promoting growth is the mixture of Shea butter oil with Rosemary essential oil.
Shea butter can be melted down and used as an oil for your natural hair and when used heated it can serve as a hot oil treatment. You can also whip pure, raw Shea butter to achieve a creamy texture for smooth and easy application.
Natural hair does not have to be hard to manage nor does maintaining natural hair need to be expensive. Shea butter is natural hairs best friend in that it will provide your natural hair what it needs to be healthy and soft. It will protect your hair from harsh weather conditions such as the sun and it will not break the bank.
There are many vendors who sell Shea butter on the internet for very reasonable prices. The price you would pay for a separate natural hair moisturizer, conditioner, hot oil treatments etc are much steeper than the price of one container of Shea butter which serves multiple functions in natural hair care.
If you opt to use Shea Butter as a staple in your natural hair care routine you will learn new ways for using it that extend beyond your hair, thus becoming a product you turn to for all of your moisturizing needs. And in contrast to commercial hair products, if you find yourself not completely in love with Shea butter in your natural hair you can always benefit from the other gifts Shea butter has to offer. Thus still getting your moneys worth instead of discarding it like other hair care products you have disliked in the past.
Shea butter can help heal dry cracked skin and lips, prevent and reduce the appearance of stretch marks. It is an anti-aging cream and will help maintain the resilience and youth of your skin. It is a natural sunscreen. The list goes on and on. No matter what you decide to use Shea butter for, you will find it to be a great value and a staple in your home supplying many of your natural hair and skin care needs.
Unlike commercial moisturizers, with all natural Shea butter you know exactly what you are putting on your natural hair and skin. Shea butter in its pure and raw form has no irritants, fragrances or chemicals which can irritate the skin. Also, unlike products that add Shea butter as an ingredient, pure, raw Shea butter gives you all of its beneficial moisture without being stripped or diluted. And is safe from alcohol and other harmful ingredients found in natural hair care products, skin care and moisturizers.
Shea butter is so gentle it can be used on all skin types without causing irritation.Before trying any other products try Shea butter. Your natural hair will love it and in turn you will learn to love your natural hair.
sunshine abuwi a natural hair wearer and natural products user loves to share knowledge on natural hair and its maintenance. visit her natural hair blog at http://naturalhairnaturalproducts.blogspot.com and for shea butter visit http://peaceloveandsunshine.etsy.com
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