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I've written articles before about how to save money on college textbooks. But this blog isn't just for curlies in college, but for curlies who need to save a buck as well lol.
I know al ot of people are turned off by the idea of natural hair because they feel it is too expensive and taking care of straighter hair is just less work/time/effort/money. But curly veterans know that this simply isn't true. Please don't fall for the sites that tell you that individuals with natural hair can only use the most expensive products. Natural hair can be just as happy and healthy with these simple tips.
1. Buy the cheapie products.
I know different naturals like different things. Some like super thick conditioners others don't care. Some only want sulfate free shampoos while others prefer to co-wash. Whatever your preference I'm sure you can find a cheap product that will float your boat. Here is a list of some curly favorites for cheap shampoos/conditioners that get the job done:
2. Another tip on how to stretch a dollar is to stretch your amount of product. You can always add natural oils or honey to your conditioners in order to make them last a little longer. These items also give your products an extra boost so that although cheap, they'll still work great. Just be sure to use oils that will actually penetrate your hair shaft. Some examples of these are:
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Coconut Oil
Grapeseed Oil
Jojoba Oil
3. My third and final tip is to DIY. Do it yourself. I know plenty of women in the african american community who spend hundreds of dollars on their hair. I understand that juggling jobs, children, and alone time can be taxing and some people do not posses the skill needed to deal with their own hair. It just seems so much easier to have somebody else do it. But it never hurts to try. Try doing something new or different to your hair. You might surprise yourself with what you can actually accomplish on your own.
I also know some people worry about 'messing their hair up'. But I've found that doing your own hair allows you to figure out what your hair likes, which in turn will even help you communicate with your hairdresser better about what you need.
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