You’ve heard it time and time again, “silicones are bad for natural hair and you should stay away from them“. As a 4c hair specialist myself, I don’t agree with this statement 100% because silicones actually serve an important role in your hair care routine. One of the benefits of silicones in hair products is that it closes the cuticles to provide a smooth surface, which then reduces tangles, knots and breakage. However, a long term use of silicone-based hair products can end up doing the opposite, thus causing dryness and breakage.
That is why in this blog post, I will be recommending 10 hair conditioners that are silicone-free and more friendly to your hair.
Are silicones bad for natural hair?
Silicones are not necessarily bad for your hair because they act as a protective barrier to protect your hair against damages such as heat damage. The only reason why women with 4c hair steer clear of silicones is that it can dry out the hair overtime if used excessively. Because silicones seals the hair cuticles, it means that it prevents further moisture from absorbing into the hair. And if you have high porosity hair that dries out very quickly, it will be in your best interest to opt for silicone-free hair products.
Do silicones dry out natural hair?
Yes it can dry out your hair if you excessively use products with silicones. You see, natural hair need to be moisturized frequently in order to retain moisture. But if you are using a lot of hair products with silicone in it, it can block your hair follicles to prevent additional moisture from absorbing deep into the cortex. As a result, you may start to feel your hair drying out soon after applying hair products.
How do you remove silicone from the hair?
To remove excessive silicone from your hair, you will need to use a clarifying shampoo such as the ones recommended in this blog post.
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1. Uniqurl Dragon Fruit & Kiwi 5-Minute Moisture Conditioner
Product Claim: Get maximum hydration and slip in half the time of a deep conditioner. This moisture packed conditioner glides onto your strands like butter and infuses your cuticles to nourish your hair from inside out. This advanced formula will provide your hair with the elasticity it needs to withstand any style!
5 Star Review: “I LOVE the texture of this conditioner!!! i even use it as a leave in.”
2. The Mane Choice Ancient Egyptian Anti-Breakage & Repair Antidote Conditioner
Product Claim: This anti-breakage and repair conditioner counteracts dryness, protects and repairs the hair. Gentle enough for daily use and powerful enough to repair and restore your tresses. Add this conditioner to your healthy hair regimen and watch your hair become stronger, shinier and healthier.
5 Star Review: “This conditioner is very moisturizing. It smells wonderful, and it makes my hair smell so good. It makes my hair so soft, and I can run my fingers through it.”
3. Curl Junkie Curl Assurance Smoothing Conditioner (12 Oz.)
Product Claim: Encourage your ringlets to shine every day with this moisture-filled daily conditioner!
5 Star Review: “This conditioner made all my tangles melt like butta. The slip is out of this world and my hair is wonderfully moisturized.”
4. CURLS Coconut Sublime Moisturizing Conditioner (14 Oz.)
Product Claim: This moisturizing, instant conditioner softens, hydrates and detangles in a snap!
5 Star Review: “Great conditioner, I can detangle my very porous and dry hair easily and gives a nice shine to my hair.”
5. Jessicurl Aloeba Daily Conditioner – No Fragrance (8 Oz.)
Product Claim: This conditioner uses coconut, jojoba and avocado oils to moisturize the hair without being too heavy.
5 Star Review:“Great as a conditioner after gentle shampoo or co-wash day. Hair is soft not frizzy.”
6. Oyin Handmade Honey Hemp Conditioner (8.4 Oz.)
Product Claim: Honey-Hemp Conditioner is a light, penetrating, silky blend enriched with aloe-vera gel, hemp oil, honey, and hydrolyzed silk protein. It’s got nice detangling slip and serious moisturizing power.
5 Star Review: “One of my favorite conditioners so far. It was easy to apply and immediately moisturized my hair. I was able to just comb through the my hair with ease.”
7. Shea Moisture Raw Shea Butter Restorative Conditioner (13 Oz.)
Product Claim: Heal, grow & strengthen. Argan oil restores shine while helping promote hair elasticity. Shea butter deeply moisturizes while conditioning hair and scalp.
5 Star Review: “It smells nice and leaves my curls defined and frizz-free.”
8. OBIA Naturals Babassu Deep Conditioner (8 oz.)
Product Claim: Strand-strengthening Babassu Oil will nourish, repair elasticity, soften, and add shine to your hair.
5 Star Review: “My curls were so hydrated and healthy feeling.”
9. Koils by Nature Ultra-Moisturizing Coco-Aloe Deep Conditioner
Product Claim: Excellent for retaining moisture, preventing breakage and is a natural conditioning agent that provides a protective barrier that will add luster, body, & manageability provide extra moisture so that the hair feels soft and smooth.
5 Star Review: “This deep conditioner has great slip and it leaves your hair feeling moisturize.”
10. Jane Carter Solution Nutrient Replenishing Conditioner (8 oz.)
Product Claim: This product truly replenishes. It works especially well when used with heat, leaving your hair in better condition than ever before. There is nothing better than soft, shiny, healthy hair.
5 Star Review: “This made my hair so soft! I love it!”
What silicone free conditioners have you tried? Which one will you be trying? Let us know in the comments section.
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