kolamilan:
where can i get the original type cos there are so many fake ones out there.

Mprex:

buy from the local sellers. Theirs' is darker in colour. The yellow packaged type has been refined and most of the ingredients isnt there anymore

Starx:


Shea butter does not "spoil" in the general sense but, the longer it's left unused, the more its potency reduces. Try to use up your Shea butter within 6 months after purchase. Also, asking your seller about when he/she made a purchase of his/her stock would be a great idea.
However, don't rush up the use of your Shea butter if 6 months has nearly elapsed. Little goes a long way for facial care. Your hair can always benefit from any remaining Shea butter in store.
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iamord:

I had a hair growth cream, I can't remember the name. Cos I threw it away after weeks with no result. Now I use pure shear butter only . but my hair still grows slow.. Am open to any idea thatt could b of help

queenlabisi:
dnt use shea butter on ur face if u hv got oily skin, talking from experience

pretydiva:
@starx, u said smtin abt oat,pls is it quake n oat?

Starx:


Yes, Quaker oats is a brand of oats that is great. Any brand of oats would be great too.

Starx:


When I say "hair regimen", I mean how do you care for you hair? Your wash routine, styling and products you use.
Shea butter is a great sealant. It helps seal moisture in your hair, thereby making it less brittle and less prone to breakage. But, it does not cause your scalp to produce more hair than usual.
One major oil for hair growth is CASTOR OIL. Products that claim to promote hair growth usually contain castor oil. Castor oil is anti fungal and promotes blood circulation in the scalp, which in turn allows the scalp to produce hair as it sh,,,ould.
Castor oil can be bought at any pharmacy.
It also goes without saying that a healthy diet with lots of protein aids hair growth, as hair is basically protein strands.
I still need to know what your current care regimen for your hair looks like.
Hope this was helpful

expozey:
Great job @ OP. Good to know there are many people out there who prefer natural remedies to chemicals.

Would like to get to know you more as I am also in the beauty line. Thanks

iamord:


Okay I get. Well I have a hair shampoo I use on my hair two times a week. I also relax my hair once in a month. And braid it. I use only the ori as my hair cream. I just want my hair to grow longer . Of which it is a bit long and full for a guy. But the growth process has been slow and I have been having breakage, but I will give the castor oil a try ..people have recommended the same product. Thanks

pretydiva:
fnks dear,rily do appreciate ur effort

Starx:


Great, this is what I was hoping for.
First, what kind of shampoo do you use for your hair? Does it contain sulphate? Sulphate is quite common in shampoos which is unfortunate in that it isn't great for your hair. It strips the hair too much of its natural oils and the resulting brittleness can lead to breakage. I would? a cheap conditioner for washing your hair. I use Hair fruits, it is quite cheap and smells great. This method is called cowashing (which basically means conditioner washing). Alternatively, black soap is also great for hair wash. It contains great natural ingredients that are nourishing to your hair.
Secondly, as regards retouching your perm. Only your new growth needs to be permed. The use of relaxer on the already permed part of your hair weakens it so much that it would thin and break easily. I would recommend waiting for a minimum of 3 months between perms. This would ensure that you have enough new growth to relax and the already relaxed part doesn't get damaged.
Thirdly, massaging your scalp with castor oil every couple of days would lead to a noticeable increase in hair growth. I am currently using castor oil to grow my edges and I'm realizing great results.
Deep conditioning treatments are also a great way to fortify your hair and ensure healthy hair.
Shea butter (ori) is great as a hair cream. You may also need to add olive oil/coconut oil or both (I use both) to make a great hair mix.
Great to hear from you

pls can normal castor oil also be used for hair edges revival,,,,,, couldnt find the jamican one at all,,,,,

bequicollinz:
waoh! i followed ur post about d shea butter therapy. i tried it and it worked for me. i'm dry skinned so i dont hv issues wit pimples but i notice some patches dat looked like rashes and burn on my face but i hv bin using all manner of anti fungal creams which suppress it nd after it will cum bk again. i wanted to carry out a skin test to knw wat is responsible (i work in a lab) my said it looked like fungi infection which takes a long period wit expensive drugs to treat. then i came across ur post nd decided to try it. i bought shea frm a yoruba woman who sells black soap cos dts what i use. she recommended d ghana type. i was consistently steamin my face after i hv my bath every evenin den i apply shea butter as my cream at nyt den vaseline during d day. i stopped usin any makeup not even powder to be sure. my dear it took 2wks of consistency but it worked my face is radiant now, my skin feels smooth now wit an even tone. i was worth it.Thanks to ur therapy nd to God who made it work

Sircomeference:




pls can normal castor oil also be used for hair edges revival,,,,,, couldnt find the jamican one at all,,,,,

Starx:


Yes, definitely. You can use the regular castor oil to achieve the same effects. It has essentially the same helpful properties. My current bottle of castor oil was bought from a pharmacy. I've heard a lot about Jamaica Black Castor Oil too but I've never used it. Maybe I'll try it at some point in the future but the regular Castor oil works fine for now.
You sound flustered. Sorry about that. Keep me posted on your progress.

Sircomeference:


ok tnx. i started using it on friday, i use it in the morning and night (just few drops around the edges and little on the scalp).

i am planning on using it everyday,,,,,, pls am i on the right path?

and for how long should i expect changes?

thanks in advance

Starx:


You're very welcome
Yes, you are using it as you should, although using it every other day will work out the same results and help your castor oil last longer.
You may also try to massage your edges after applying your castor oil to encourage better blood circulation, which would ultimately help your pores breathe better and grow hair better as well. Massaging with the tips of your fingers for about 2-3 minutes is adequate. Another added benefit of the massage is that it helps to relieve light headaches and make you feel relaxed. So, double score
You should notice remarkable growth in a few months (about 2-3). Consistency will ensure that your results are truly remarkable. To better notice the difference, take a picture now and another in a few months to compare. Keep your fingers crossed..:-)

I'm interested in knowing what brand of castor oil you purchased and for how much. A picture would be great. Thank you in advance

Adaobi12:
pls what's the local name for this Shea butter in Benin. no one seems to know what it is.

mysteriouxx:


ori oyo