Products and Tools

*Tip: If you have a wiggly toddler to contend with, distractions should be on deck before you begin handling their hair. Snacks, favorite toys, cell phones and tablets can all work wonders at keeping “the crankies” away during hair time.

*Tip: As an alternative to a harsh store bought deep conditioner you may opt to create your own deep conditioning treatments for your little one until they get a little older. Bananas and honey are the ingredients some fantastic deep conditioning treatments, so have some of these on hand.

*Tip: Applicator bottles are perfect for applying homemade conditioners, oil mixtures, or other cleansing products.

*Tip: Little to no heat is best when it comes to taking care of your little one’s natural hair; but when you’re doing a conditioning treatment on your little one’s hair, a hooded dryer can be your best friend. Use heat during conditioning to help product penetrate the hair shaft.

*Tip: Regular bath towels have the potential to pull and break hair strands and create frizzies. Purchasing a microfiber towel is a great investment when it comes to drying your little one’s hair.

*Tip: Used in tandem with the edge brushes, an herbal gel will help to make protective styles look neat and tidy and can ultimately make the style last a little longer.

*Tip: You may be surprised to find these on the list; but the reality is that rubber bands are perfectly okay to use if used properly. They should not be wound too tightly, and when it’s time to remove them cut them out carefully with nail clippers or child safety scissors.

*Tip: In order to reduce friction from bed clothes, maintain moisture, and extend the wear of a protective style, a satin scarf or hair bonnet is a necessity.