I’ve grown my hair from my shoulders down past my boobs – the Caribbean conditioner I use is ‘magic in a jar’
A BEAUTY guru has revealed how a budget-friendly Caribbean product helped to grow her hair.
She raved about having gained a new appreciation for her natural hair after developing a routine that keeps it healthy.
The now-deleted Reddit user posted a photo of herself on the Curly Hair forum alongside the hacks that gave her “optimal” growth.
She said wearing her hair in protective styles has been the “best thing.”
Rather than frequently dying and straightening, she has worn wigs for almost four years.
The beauty enthusiast revealed she’s also been using a home treatment to improve her locks.
“Crece Pelo… one of the BEST conditioners I’ve used in my life,” she said.
“I leave it in my hair for about an hour with a plastic bag.
“It’s magic in a jar. But when I don’t have that, I just make my own DIY conditioner
“This may be gross but… I’ve noticed that I have very naturally dry hair so with that being said, I used the SMALLEST amount of shampoo and wayyyy more conditioner.
“I don’t really wash my hair frequently and for some reason my hair loves it.
“When I do shampoo my hair, I only shampoo my scalp.
“I never use hot water in my hair.”
“Don’t constantly obsess and manipulate your hair. Just let it do its thing!” she continued.
“I’ve been growing my hair out for about 6 years (since my last perm/cut).
“It’s went from above my shoulders to past my boobs now! coming from a girl who used to HATE having kinky hair (so so much…) I’m finally appreciating it.”
A stream of responses to the post thanked her for the advice and said they were eager to try the conditioner mentioned.
“Jaw-droppingly gorgeous, both you and your hair,” one person wrote. “Great job maintaining your beautiful mane!”
Tips for styling thinning hair
Rachael E. D Sey is a certified trichologist with almost 15,000 Instagram followers.
She revealed to The U.S. Sun how to protect hair from further loss.
Hairstyles
Sey recommended opting for a top knot or loosely braided ponytail over styles that tension strands.
She also advised to limit the use of heat tools such as a hair dryer or straightener.
Those who have afro hair, should avoid braids or consider larger braids.
DIY treatments
The trichologist said hair should be washed regularly and trimmed every six weeks.
She recommended using hair oils to help “improve scalp circulation and follicles.”
“You are stunning and I’m so jelly of your curls also I need to look up that Crece pelo for my son, he has similar curls,” another said.
“You and your hair are gorgeous!” a third commented. “The routine you’re doing with it is definitely working because it looks great!”
BOE Crece Pelo Shampoo + Rinse 12 oz combo set costs $9.99 on Amazon.
According to the manufacturer, it promotes hair growth, adds shine, and controls frizz.
Delighted customers have given the product a 4.5-star rating.
One reviewer said it stopped their hair from shedding, while another raved about its smell.
Best results are achieved by applying the conditioner to “freshly washed” wet hair, says the Dominican Hair Alliance.
It should be massaged into the scalp and root area before being worked into strands section by section.
Crece Pelo is suitable for high to medium-porosity hair.