Over the years, my wash day routine has changed and so have my shampoo products. In years 1-3 I used the sisterlock starter shampoo religiously. In year 4-5 I started exploring different shampoo products to find the best ones that work on my color treated sisterlocks and my itchy scalp. Today I’m sharing my fave shampoo products that I am using on my sisterlocks.
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I am at 5 years loc’d in my sisterlock journey and my locs are fully matured. Currently, I’m using a combination of Carol’s Daughter Design Essentials, Carol’s Daughter and Giovanni shampoo products as part of my wash day routine. I will either use these shampoo products to wash my own hair at home or I will bring them with me to my retightening appointments for my sisterlocktician to wash my hair.
My Wash Day Regimen for Mature Colored Locs
My current wash day regimen for my mature, colored sisterlocks includes four steps. I follow these steps with these products specifically for my sisterlocks. If you have new sisterlocks, this regimen is not meant for your locs.
1. Wash With a Clarifying Shampoo
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Design Essentials Oat Protein & Henna Deep Cleansing Shampoo
- Deeply cleanses the hair
- Removes buildup and residue from the scalp
- Hydrates and strengthens the hair
Carol's Daughter Wash Day Delight With Aloe/Rose Water
This shampoo has a similar texture as the sisterlock starter shampoo but it lathers much better. This is an awesome alternative if your hair cannot tolerate the sisterlock starter shampoo. It gets your hair clean without stripping it.
- Helps remove build up
- Cleanses the hair fast
2. Wash With a Moisturizing Shampoo
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Design Essentials Honey Creme Moisturizing Shampoo
- Restores moisture to dry hair
- Helps with moisture retention
- Cleanses and hydrates the hair
- Keeps the hair soft.
Giovanni Smoothing Castor Oil Shampoo
- Cleanses and hydrates the hair
- Helps reduce frizz
- Leaves hair shiny
3. Apply a Leave-In Treatment or Conditioner
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Infusium23 Pro Leave-In Treatment Original
- Adds Vitamin B5 to the hair
- Strengthens the hair
- Helps repair damaged hair
- Excellent for color treated locs
Giovanni Castor Oil Conditioner
- Restores the hair
- Hydrates hair
- Helps reduce frizz
4. Apply an Oil Spray to the Scalp
Well's Oil Jamaican Black Castor Oil - Rosemary
Mix this with water to create a water-oil mixture. Apply it by opening up your grid and spray directly on the scalp.
- Helps relieve an itchy, dry scalp
- Increases hair growth
- Helps prevent hair dryness
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Final Thoughts
I had no idea that when your locs change (mature, color, etc.) your hair regimen should change too. I was one of those people who thought I should be using the sisterlock starter shampoo throughout my entire sisterlock journey. I found out, way later than I should have, that I did not need to continue using the sisterlock starter shampoo.
Since then, I’ve educated myself and asked lots of questions from my sisterlock mentors. I found out about what shampoo products and hair care products I needed to use for my mature, colored sisterlocks to thrive. As my hair continues to change in years 5-10 I’m sure I’ll be updating and tweaking my hair regimen some more.
Has your sisterlock regimen changed from the beginning of your install? What shampoo products are you using for your sisterlock journey?
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