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Clean Beauty Brands -An Ultimate List to Get You Started!

Clean Beauty Brands

Did you know? Forget the dark web; there are beauty brands out there with QUITE the dark side! Such as lead in lipstick as well as TOXIC heavy metals such as mercury in skin creams. No lie. An FDA investigation found that some skin creams contained toxic levels of mercury in them. Showing just how important clean beauty brands are!

It is estimated that on average a woman may use 12 personal care products every day; thus exposing herself to 12 or more chemicals. That’s not even the worst part. Those very chemicals in your products oftentimes are absorbed into your body!

Therefore, if you are using a product with toxic ingredients. Every day your body is taking in those very toxins. So then, you can only imagine what type of problems that can eventually lead to for down the road. BEYOND scary.

As a result, it is time to start thinking about cleaning out all of those “bad” products and replacing them with items that ONLY use ingredients that will not leave you worst off. Since you should not be punished just because you wish to beautify yourself.

Furthermore, for this reason we decided to help you guys out by providing you with a list of awesome clean beauty brands. From makeup to skincare the following lists will help you in your journey of ridding your makeup bags; and beauty routines of harmful products!

Clean Beauty Brands -An Ultimate List to Get You Started

Clean Beauty Brands

Let’s start with makeup shall we? Since let’s face it… it’s WAY more fun to play with! Below is our beauty cheat sheet of clean beauty makeup labels. Enjoy!

  • PYT
    Crop
    VAPOUR
    Gressa
    Antonym
    RMS Beauty
    W3ll People
    Alima Pure
    Y. Beaute
    Lily Lolo
    Plume

Now the above list DOES NOT include every clean makeup brand currently on the market. There are plenty of other clean brands out there doing good; and working hard to provide their customers with products that will not harm the skin or body.

Nevertheless, our list is still a really good start to helping you shop around for the best brand that will work for you. Keep in mind though that the range on some  clean beauty labels is not that large. However, many are continuing to expand and other more tones; to fit more people, as they gain more popularity.

Our BEAUTY Editor, Alicia Suggs, states, “I am actually still shocked by how many darker colors and shades there are available for women of color. Since making the switch to using nothing but clean beauty products; I will admit I was scared of not being able to be matched properly.

But let me tell you, DO NOT BE SCARED. I have also tested and gone through most clean makeup brands and there is a lot of selection available. I personally found my perfect foundation match with a brand called, Vapour. So I highly recommend.”

Clean Brands – An Ultimate List to Get You Started

Therefore, be sure to show your beauty support so that the clean beauty realm may keep gaining momentum! Now with that being said let’s switch gears. Time for some skincare baby!

We currently utilize a lot of products from the following brands because they work SO WELL. One of FAVORITES is Tata Harper. Great products that we humbly work better than the non-clean beauty brands. Nevertheless, here is our skincare cheat sheet:

  • Tata Harper
    Josh Rosebrook
    Susanne Kaufman
    Oilixia
    Juice Beauty
    Alpyn Beauty
    Peer Rivko
    27 Rosiers
    Wildling
    RANAVAT
    Mother Dirt
    Vered
    Trilogy
    Violets Are Blue
    Province Apothecary
    Acura
    Indie Lee
    Sahajan
    Aurelia Probiotic Skincare
    Lilfox
    One Love Organics
    KYOTOS
    Osea
    Marie Veronique
    Goldfaden M.D.
    January Labs
    Skin Owl
    Aqua Reveal
    Kahina

Clean Hair Care Brands -They ARE Out There

We can’t leave hair out. It’s THAT important. Once again there are way more clean hair companies out there, but below are some popular customer favorites.

  • Beautycounter
  • Aromatica
  • Avalon Organics
  • ATTITUDE
  • Kavella
    Reverie
  • Ursa Major
    La Tierra Sagrada
    INNERSENSW

Clean Body Care Brands and YEP Even Deodorant

The skin is the largest organ on our bodies. Therefore, it is important to treat it well. Below are a few clean Body Care brands to help keep your skin squeaky clean and healthy.

  • Vertly
    YUNI
    KANVA
    KHUS+KHUS
    The Sleep Detox
    B. Breathe Your Mask
    BASD

Since we are on the topic of body care you may feel we are leaving something out. Want about deodorant? No worries, we got you covered! Here are some clean deodorant brands to try out.

  • The Takesumi Detox
    Type A
    AER
    Routine
    LoveFresh
    Ursa Major

Whew! That’s a lot of brands! However, all these lists should make you feel way better about the amount of clean beauty brands that are actually out there. Furthermore, we hope that our lists will help you start finding cleaner brands to take care all of your beauty, skincare, hair and body care needs!

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Loza Tam
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Loza Tam -Your Luxury Stop for Satin-Lined Hair Accessories!

Loza Tam

Naturals, and black hair enthusiasts… Meet Loza Tam! A new, black-owned brand of luxury; satin-lined hair accessories in everyday-wear-meets-hair-care. That are ALL guaranteed to protect and restore your summer tresses – in style!

Don’t think hair protection is a big deal? Uhm… think again! Failure to protect strands from such elements as the sun, weather or even our pillow cases; can lead to damage. Damage means less growth, breakage and even dull, lifeless strands.

Don’t become a hair victim. Start protecting your hair as much as you can and with the help of LT products and accessories; you can do so in style! Read on to learn more about their super chic and glam hair items.

Loza Tam -Your Luxury Stop for Satin-Lined Hair Accessories

Who is this brand and what can you expect from them? We got the details and hair skinny from this amazing hair label themselves. In regards, to their fab hair garb Loza Tam reveals,

“Inspired by the time-tested tradition of hair wrapping, Loza Tam’s new collection offers a gorgeous array of pre-knotted turbans, head wraps, bonnets and signature elasticized headbands for various hair types – all handmade to nourish hair. You can easily add some flair to your curl-care with Loza’s Insta-worthy hues, electric metallics and tropical prints, or pair it with your favorite sunnies, shouldered users or vintage gems.

Made out of 100% Dutch wax cotton, these multi-functional hair accessories also provide style and comfort while traveling (especially for textured hair types). Plus, the ultra soft, satin-lining cocoons the hair to protect against breakage and harmful sun rays, while naturally locking in moisture for low-porosity, and combating dryness. The chic and gentle design is great for makeup application and can even help maintain your ‘do overnight, so you can wake up to frizz-free locks – thanks to Loza Tam.

Our products are sure to give women the extra boost to their hair routine, or make the easy transition from day to play – either way, it’s the ultimate style saver this season!”

Want to give this brand a try? You can purchase their products directly from their online store. Their online addy is: www.lozatam.com. Happy shopping loves!

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Amika Soulfood Nourishing Mask
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Amika Soulfood Nourishing Mask -A MAJOR Wash Day Essential

Amika Soulfood Nourishing Mask

Bring the salon to your bathroom! The Amika Soulfood Nourishing Mask is your answer to dry, lifeless, unhealthy and rough looking strands. It has the ability to feed your tresses with powerful nutrients WITHOUT any harmful ingredients in the mix. Giving you salon-like results right in the comfort of your own home.

How is this possible? Well, it’s all in the formulation babes. The Amika brand is quite forthcoming with Soulfood’s hair qualifications. In regards to their product Amika reveals,

“Soulfood: [is] a vegan + cruelty free mask that’s formulated without sulfates, parabens, phthalates; gluten, mineral oil, petrochemicals and artificial colors. Only filled with what your hair needs to stay soft and healthy. For that ‘just visited the salon’ look and feel, but at home.

Soulfood is a wash day essential for curly girls to help improve softness, shine and elasticity. The formula is thick, but not heavy so you never have to worry about your curls being weighed down.

Deeply condition, hydrate and restore dry hair to its natural vibrancy and health with this replenishing treatment. Pro-tip: use in place of your everyday conditioner to restore damaged hair.”

Amika Soulfood Nourishing Mask -A MAJOR Wash Day Essential

So how does Soulfood hold up in the real world? Below are 5 REAL testimonials in order to give you a good idea of what exactly this haircare product can do for your hair.

“I have never bleached my hair before, after doing it twice in a two week frame; you can imagine my ends were fried. After only two uses of this product I legit don’t need a trim. My ends are so smooth it’s like it never happened. I’d recommend this.”

“Dear diary, I haven’t washed my hair in 3 days but it’s still soft.”

“Soulfood, what I used to achieve this bomb wash and go; is a nourishing mask you leave in for 5-7 minutes and rinse out. Result: leaves your hair feeling super soft and smelling amazing!”

“I’m loving the Amika Soulfood mask. It’s nourishing and rich, so easy to use, smells incredible, and leaves my hair feeling so smooth.

“This mask leaves my hair so baby soft that it nearly moves me to tears. You know that feeling after you just got back from the salon; and your hair is soft and bouncy like a chubby baby? THIS gives me that feeling, except its every day.”

Want to buy Amika’s Soulfood Nourishing Mask? You can get it at your local Sephora as well as at Salon Centric and Birchbox. Plus, if all else fails there’s always the Amika website who’s online addy is: www.loveamika.com. Each hair mask currently retails for $28.

Amika Soulfood Nourishing Mask

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Quai Haircare Rose Hair and Body Oil – Head-to-toe Hydration

Quai Haircare Rose Hair and Body Oil

This is honestly a lazy beauty girl’s as well as a lover of the skin glow dream! One product. Several benefits. With all over body beauty compatibility. The Quai Haircare Rose Hair and Body Oil will help you shine bright in all your head-to-toe glory!

Quai Haircare Rose Hair and Body Oil – Head-to-toe Hydration

Quai Haircare Rose Hair and Body Oil

So why give into a two in one type skincare/haircare product? Well, one you will save a ton of time. Instead of switching from product to product; you can just utilize one with ease. Furthermore, this also leads to less money being spent; and an easier beauty maintenance routine.

Nevertheless, Quai Haircare also offered up a few more benefits. Regarding their hair and body oil, the brand states,

“Never a dull moment. Rose Hair and Body Oil gives you shinier strands while hydrating and smoothing all over. Thanks to a blend of Rosehip, Shea and Absinthium oils.

[It is] a head to toe hydrator that doubles as a perfume. Time to get you an Oil that can do both. Smoothing hair oil, hydrating moisturizer; intoxicating fragrance,  our resident multi-hyphenate gets you glossy from head-to-toe.

Quai Haircare Rose Hair and Body Oil

A fusion of Absinthium, Shea and Rosehip Oils works to nourish and protect strands; lock in moisture and impart a radiant glow on your skin and hair. Our signature blend of Rose, Bergamot, Lychee and White Musk; prompts strangers to sidle up close and say, “You smell amazing!”

Quai Haircare Rose Hair and Body Oil – Head-to-toe Hydration (Continued)

Quai Haircare Rose Hair and Body Oil

While complete strangers coming up like that is a different type of flex (LOL); we still understand and rock with this product’s vibe. Therefore, give your hair and skin a dazzling boost! Quai Haircare’s Rose Hair and Body Oil is already Award-winning; picking up a honor at CEW’s Beauty Awards 2018.

Moreover, it is also free of parabens and silicones. So then, want one? Quai Haircare Rose Hair and Body Oil is available for purchase now. Get a bottle on the Quai website at www.thequai.com. Each bottle currently retails for just $16.

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Curlformers Kits-Tutorial for Salon Quality Curls at Home!

Curlformers

Regardless of your hair texture you can get glossy, smooth curls without EVER stepping foot in a salon! How? Well, hair brand company Curlformers has developed an advanced “roller” system that can create barrel curls with absolutely no heat! Their Curlformers Kits are easy to use and can even be utilized to style wigs and extensions.

So then, put down those harmful curling irons! Save your tresses from unnecessary damage; because these curl-forming kits allow you to create stylish clockwise curls; as well as anti-clockwise curls. Furthermore, you can play with different sizes and Curlformer styles in order to design any curl look of your dreams. There’s extensive kits for all over curls, or small, tiny kits when you may want to “roll” a few curls here or there to top off your hairstyle. Either way you can not go wrong with these damage-free kits.

Curlformers Kits-Tutorial for Salon Quality Curls at Home

Curlformers

In regards to what their curling kits can help you to achieve, Curlformers states,

“Everything you need to easily create glossy, smooth, defined, healthy curls every time. Perfect for all ages and all hair types, wigs and weaves. Best of all, Curlformers will never cause heat damage — we guarantee it. Take Curlformers anywhere to create salon quality curls on-the-go.”

Curlformers

There’s different types of Curlformers kits that you can purchase. For instance there is the Deluxe Pro Spiral Curls Super Long Styling kit that retails for $74.95; that is recommended for hair up to 29″ or 75 cm.

Curlformers

Also, there is the Pro Corkscrew Curls Extra Long Styling Kit that can costs $69.95. This one is recommend if you are aiming to create gorgeous corkscrew style curls on hair up to 22″ or 55cm.

Curlformers

Or you may like the Pro-Glam Up Kit. This kit which costs $35.95 is perfect for creating party-ready barrel curls for every occasion that will certainly last all night.

Each kit comes with:

  • Set of Curlformers (ranging on 16-40, depending on kit)
  • A luxury, satin vanity bag (to store the Curlformers)
  • Styling Hook(s)
  • Application Instructions

Hair blogger Arielle had posted her results from using a Curlformers kit. Her results are from mixing two kits together. Larger formers on top, with more smaller, narrow ones on the bottom. Nevertheless, beautiful curls were created. See for yourself below!

CurlformersCurlformers

Curlformers Kits-Tutorial for Salon Quality Curls at Home (Continued)

In order to design your curls the process is pretty simple. On natural, straight, curly or blow dried strands; you take the provided styling hook and latch on a former, section by section. Once your entire head or desired area is covered let the Curlformer do it’s thing.

Curlformers

If your hair was not completely dry you can let your curls take shape by allowing your hair to completely dry overnight. Or you can use a blow dryer or hooded dryer to speed up the process. Even using styling tools you do not need to worry about frizzy curls! Your curls will come out professional and smooth!

Want to see it all happen in action? Here are several tutorials to show you the way!

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Curls Blueberry Bliss Curl Control Paste -Give Curls and Edges a Boost!

Curls Blueberry Bliss Curl Control Paste

Are your edges looking a little scarce these days? Can’t seem to make your curls submit and stay in line? Wishing upon a star there was a natural hair product that offered more control? Well, wish no more ladies because there is a hair product that can handle ALL of these issues and more! The Curls Blueberry Bliss Curl Control Paste can not only define, enhance and hold your curls; but it can do so while adding luxurious shine and slicking down those unruly edges.

It is a dream come true for any curl enthusiast who could use a little more curl power. Additional benefits include encouraged hair growth thanks to this product’s amazing blend of mango, shea butter and argan oil ingredients.

Curls Blueberry Bliss Curl Control Paste -Give Curls and Edges a Boost

Curls Blueberry Bliss Curl Control Paste

Sounds cool cool, however, what else helps to separate this product from all the rest on the market? CURLS stepped forward to provide an answer by stating,

“The secret’s out! Blueberries are the BEST thing for hair repair and hair growth. Apply CURLs Blueberry Bliss Curl Control Paste directly onto your edges to refresh, repair, restore and GROW your hair line!

It’s all in the details! Our Blueberry Bliss Collection [which includes our Blueberry Bliss Curl Control Paste]; is formulated with certified organic extract. [Also with] aloe leaf juice and chamomile extract clinically proven to protect, repair and restore your curls.

Curls Blueberry Bliss Curl Control Paste

Have you tried our Blueberry Bliss Curl Control Paste? It works wonders for laying those edges all the way down. And keeping them down without leaving a greasy streak, flaking or messing up your foundation!

[Furthermore] it’s Autumn. Time for buns, puffs or twists; to name a few styles. [So then] slay those edges with our Blueberry Bliss Curl Control Paste. Not only does it smell very yummy; but it has a smooth and easy application. Get yours at www.curls.biz, and CVS stores.

Ready to incorporate a little blueberry hair benefits into your hair routine? As mentioned, get your Curl Past online and in-store. Besides the places named by the brand; you can also get this product at your local Target, Rite Aid, Walgreens and Walmart. The cost? Currently, this awesome hair item is retailing for $12.

Curls Blueberry Bliss Curl Control Paste

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Glitter Spritzer Sparkle Spray-Get Strands That Shine Bright Like a Diamond!

Glitter Spritzer Sparkle Spray

Two of our favorite brands have come together for one of the most epic product collabs of the year! Part hair spray, part glitter bomb and all fabulousness! The Glitter Spritzer Sparkle Spray is what dance team and cheerleader hair dreams are made of. Furthermore, it’s also basically for the unicorn in all of us.

Glitter Spritzer Sparkle Spray-Get Strands That Shine Bright Like a Diamond

Glitter Spritzer Sparkle Spray

Too Faced as well as The Drybar are extremely proud of what their collaboration has produced. Both brands took a moment to share a few thoughts on their awesome product. Here is what they are telling their consumer masses and fans about their glittery, little number!

“Say it three times fast – Glitter Spritzer Sparkle Spray is here! As part of our Too Faced Cheers to 20 Years Collection, we partnered with bestie Drybar for the Glitter Spritzer. A hairspray base with a little bit of hold and a whole LOT of glitter!! Online on drybar.com and Sephora.com, [also] in Drybar shops and Sephora stores.”

-Too Faced

Glitter Spritzer Sparkle Spray

“When Too Faced and the Drybar have a baby. Glitter Spritzer Sparkle Spray is available on drybar.com and Sephora.com for a limited time! Never choose between gold and silver ever again.

Our Drybar x Too Faced Glitter Spritzer Sparkle Spray is now available. It includes specks of both gold and silver glitter, making it easily visible on all hair colors!”

-The Drybar

Glitter Spritzer Sparkle Spray

Some other cool things you should know about this item is that it also comes with a light and airy scent. It contains notes of coconut, vanilla as well as amber. Plus, you will not have to worry about it being harmful to your strands. This is due to it being:

  • Parabens Free
  • Sulfate Free
  • No Phthalates

Glitter Spritzer Sparkle Spray

So then, are you ready to get glittery with it? As you can see from this post this sparkly product works on all hair types so get in on all the fun! Too Faced first co-branded product retails for $20.

Glitter Spritzer Sparkle Spray

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Bald Edges Treatment: Get Them Back! Curl Game Moisture Lock Growth Oil

Bald Edges Treatment

Gazing into the mirror one day and seeing that your edges have all but disappeared; can be a frightening and emotional roller coaster. Since hair is described as a crown of glory, most of us would like to have a head full of hair WITH a “normal” hairline. Nonetheless, if you find yourself in this situation there is definitely hope; especially, if you implement a haircare product specially formulated to encourage growth. This article will tell you all about a bald edges treatment that will revitalize, hydrate and of course, bring back those edges!

Bald Edges Treatment: Get Them Back! Curl Game Moisture Lock Growth Oil

Bald Edges Treatment

What are the keys to healthy natural hair growth? Moisture and essential nutrients. Furthermore, if you can find a product that supplies such elements in a natural way then hang on to it! An edge oil that is receiving rave reviews is the Curl Game Moisture Lock Growth Oil. One bottle is said to get those bald areas growing in less than a month!

If you lost hair or edges than most likely it was due to some sort of damage. Maybe an incorrect extension install, too tight braids, friction from not sleeping with a satin scarf; or perhaps even lace front glue that clogged the scalp. Regardless, of what took the hair out, the point is that much repair needs to be done in order to see a real healthy difference in your edges.

Bald Edges Treatment: Get Them Back! Curl Game Moisture Lock Growth Oil (Continued)

Bald Edges Treatment

This is where the Curl Game Moisture Lock Growth Oil really shines. Not only is it great for growth, but it also contains ingredients that will help to repair any underlying issues, such as damage. This is what the Curl Game brand shared about their bald edges treatment:

“Need your edges back? Apply our Moisture Lock Growth Oil to your edges every day and start to see your hair growing back in just 2 weeks! Add this oil to your ends to seal in moisture for days.

[Does it hydrate well?] Our Moisturizing sealing oil does just that! Adds moisture to the hair with avocado and sweet almond oil, and seals in the moisture with jojoba oil! This oil fives you instant shine and softness to your hair as well as promoting healthy hair growth. Shop now at curlgameproducts.com.”

Want to give this product a try? Since we wrote this feature it looks as though the website has changed. Get your oil by going to curlgame.com. It retails for $23.99.

Bald Edges Treatment

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Mielle Organics Edge Gel – Control and Grow Your Edges!

Mielle Organics Edge Gel

A few months back, we featured Mielle Organics Edge Gel because, well, it’s the tick tick bomb. Also, because of it’s ability to whip baby hairs into serious submission! However, this product can do more than just provide control.

Want longer hair? Un huh, we thought that might get your attention! Read on to learn how this amazing edge control gel can also promote hair growth!

Mielle Organics Edge Gel – Control and Grow Your Edges

Mielle Organics Edge Gel

Say what?! The rumors are true, an edge control gel that can not only help reduce breakage; but, stimulate your strands in order to experience more length. How?

The magic is all in the Mielle Organics Edge Gel formula. The Mielle Organics brand briefly shared all the details by stating,

“Have you tried our Honey [and Ginger] Edge Gel? It’s the slick edge slayer! Ginger has potent antimicrobial and nourishing properties that will tackle hair fall and stimulate hair growth. Honey is an emollient so it helps to seal in moisture to keep your edges moisturized. It also reduces breakage, which  is often a cause for slower hair growth. [Our product is] available at Target.”

Mielle Organics Edge Gel

Pretty awesome right? Furthermore, as any hair professional will tell you, growing hair requires a few keys. You need to keep tresses moisturized, you must maintain length (meaning no breakage) and encourage growth. As one can see, Mielle’s gel product can accomplish all three. In review it’s unique formula possesses:

  • Honey– An emollient that helps seal in moisture in order to keep edges hydrated. Also, reduces breakage, which is often a cause for slower hair growth.
  • Ginger– A potent antimicrobial which also contains nourishing properties that can tackle hair fall as well as stimulate growth.

Mielle Organics Edge Gel

Got it? Great! So then, be sure to add this all natural product to your hair care arsenal. It retails for $13.

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Coffee for Hair- Say Hello to More Growth and Healthier Looking Hair!

Coffee for Hair

Make that cup of Joe pay major hair dividends! Think more shine, more growth and even more strength! If any of those are what you are striving towards, have you ever considered adding coffee to your hair care routine? At first, using coffee for hair techniques and treatments can initially seem a little strange. However, the numerous benefits will easily have you rethinking your stance. So then, allow us to briefly introduce you to the exciting world of coffee hair care!

Coffee for Hair- Why Use It?

For one thing, it’s all natural baby! Hair products that incorporate harsh ingredients eventually lead to strands having harsh looks. For instance, just a few of the ingredients to watch out for in popular hair care items include:

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate– Has been connected to causing skin rashes, eye damage, depression and even cancer.
Potassium Sorbate– This ingredient has been linked to inducing skin as well as organ system toxicity.
Dimethicone– This form of silicone can cause the skin and scalp to be not only drier, but become irritated.
Triclosan– Is known for irritating the eyes, skin and lungs. In some cases has also been the cause of organ disruption.
Polysorbates, Cocamidopropyl Betaine and Phenoxyethanol– These ingredients have the ability to cause irritation of the skin, eyes or lungs.

See the importance of using natural hair care items? While of course, everyone is different and various ingredients may have an affect on some and not on others. It is always safer to utilize products with ingredients that will do the most good instead of the most harm.

Coffee for Hair- Additional Benefits

Coffee for Hair

Besides, being more delicate on your strands and body, coffee comes with a host of other amazing benefits! Let’s quickly discuss a few of them. You may be shocked!

When it comes to hair the number one searched hair issue is usually how to grow more hair. As a result, coffee is like a superhero to the hair strand. This is because caffeine helps to stimulate the follicle’s ability to produce hair.

Furthermore, this little benefit is extremely important since the quality as well as length of one’s hair greatly depends on the health of the hair follicles. To help in this area, coffee stimulates the roots thus improving not only their structure, but their growth. Due to this coffee can do much to prevent hair loss and restore hair growth.

Another wonderful benefit is that coffee is very rich in phytosterols. What can these do for you? Phytosterols awesomely promote moisture retention and absorption! Moisture is not just important for healthy hair in general, but can help prevent dryness, damage, breakage or lack of hair growth.

Coffee for Hair- Invest in Coffee Oil

 

Coffee for Hair

Ever heard of Coffee hair oil? Some have, some have not. However, if luxurious looking tresses is your aim, purchasing this natural hair product will help you achieve that very result. Coffee hair oil has been credited with the ability to increase blood circulation to the scalp and stimulation of hair roots. Remember, a healthy scalp equals healthy hair growth. If want something more traditional, but just as good try Obsessed Hair Oil. Celebrities swear by this oil!

Earlier we mentioned how coffee is not among the widely known top 12 harmful hair care product ingredients. Which is also why many healthy hair consumers love just how coffee hair oil is made. It is derived directly from coffee grounds.

Oftentimes coffee grounds are just easily and simply dried and then infused into an oil to be used on the hair. While coffee hair oil can be purchased already bottled and ready for use. Some choose to make the oil at home themselves. This ensures that there’s been no funny business with the inclusion of extra unnecessary ingredients that may be bad for the hair.

Coffee for Hair- How to Make Coffee Hair Oil

Coffee for Hair

Want to know how to make coffee hair oil? We thought you might! We asked several hair professionals to give us a simple DIY (do it yourself) recipe. Here’s what they recommend:

DIY Recipe #1

1. Combine 1 cup of Olive Oil with 3/4 cup of ground coffee and place the mixture into a jar.

2. Put the lid on the jar securely then give the jar a good shake. Make sure that you shake the jar well.

3. Keep the jar in a dry place from 1 week up to a month.

4. Strain the oil from the mixture using a cheesecloth. Enjoy using your oil!

**Quick Notes: What is a cheesecloth? A cheesecloth is a loose-woven, gauze-like cloth made out of cotton that’s used in cooking or making cheese. They can be bought in store or online. For instance, Target as well as Walmart sells these cloths for less than $3.

DIY Recipe #2

1. Pour 8 tablespoons of Coconut or Olive oil into a pan and add in 4 tablespoons of ground coffee beans.

2. Heat the mixture over low heat for half an hour or up to a couple hours. Stir occasionally.

3. Strain out the oil using a coffee filter or cheesecloth. Once again, enjoy!

**BEAUTY BONUS! Time to think outside of the strand! Besides being used as an oil for the hair, did you know you could also use this as a body or face oil? Use it to help tighten skin, prevent wrinkles and reduce the appearance of cellulite. This bit of beauty news can be summed up in one word… Amazing!

Coffee for Hair – Our Final Thoughts

As one can see, coffee is not just great in a cup. It can be used to give new life to strands as well as the skin. Therefore, try out these coffee for hair treatment ideas and experience their extensive benefits. You may just find they are just the right temperature (wink, wink).

Coffee for Hair

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