Despite gender, we all deal with an occasional stubborn pimple or two or even more stubborn acne. Do you give much thought to your hair and scalp? If so, does your scalp itch, is it irritated and is it dry? Since the weather is getting colder, have you been taking care of your skin?
After all, it is the largest organ in the human body. If your answers didn’t sound like “yeah I take care of my skin, hair and scalp” then here are a couple suggestions that will help you and your problem areas this winter!
We all know of the infamous coconut oil works well, but here are many other solutions that may even better than just coconut oil.
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Apple Cider Vinegar “with the mother”
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Apple Cider Vinegar (AVC) “with the mother” is a great way to cleanse your skin by unclogging your pores and gets rid of the dirt and grim from your scalp. The term “with the mother” means that it is classified as good bacteria that is responsible for healing cuts, pimples, residue left on your scalp from hair products, clearing dandruff, balancing your pH levels, as well as clearing up yeast infections. Regular ACV does not have the capabilities that ACV “with the mother” has.
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Price range: $6.00 and up (Walmart)
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Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO)
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Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) is a lighter version of coconut oil, yet has all the moisturizing benefits of coconut oil if not more. Use it on your hair, EVOO should be bought with the label “cold pressed” or “first pressed” is to ensure the product has all the moisturizing nutrients without being over processed. You’re also looking for an expiration date and where the oil came from to ensure the oil is of high quality.
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Price range: $5.00 and up (Walmart)
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100% African Shea Butter
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100% African Shea Butter is another great moisturizer for your skin, scalp and cuticles. It’s loaded with lots of fatty acids that reduce fine lines and leaves your skin hydrated without that oily feeling. It is a great alternative for lotion, but be careful not to overdose on it because a little goes a long way.
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Price Range: $3.00 and up (Beauty Supply Store)
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Raw African Black Soap
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Raw African Black Soap is awesome for diminishing dark marks from acne scars and creating a smooth and even skin tone. This type of soap isn’t supposed to actually be black, it’s supposed to be brown due to the natural ingredients infuse in it. You can use this soap once or twice a day, just keep in mind not to keep this soap on for too long because it can irritate your skin.
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Price Range: $3.00 and up (Beauty Supply Store)
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Jamaican Black Castor Oil
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Jamaican Black Castor Oil is an excellent oil that promotes hair growth, seals in moisture in your hair and skin, relieves dry skin and scalp, as well as protects hair from split ends. This oil is popular due to its fast acting ingredients and the many health benefits it contains.
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Price Range: $7.00 and up (Beauty Supply Store)