BEST AND WORST SHAMPOOS for LOCS

Hey Royals! In today's video I share with you 8 shampoos I've used on my locs and rating them from worst to best! What's your fave shampoo for locs?
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[@blackfrugalchic6745]

I've been locked for 14 years; Dr. Bonners Peppermint soap has been my staple. I will definitely look for the Suave shampoo for the quality and cost alone makes it a great buy. Thanks😊

[@claudialusk116]

I've been loc'd 7.5 years and my favorite shampoos are Design Essentials' Oat Protein and Henna shampoo for clarifying and Moisture Retention Honey Creme shampoo for moisturizing. I do use conditioner and I have since day one of my loc journey. It's the Rosemary and Mint conditioner also by Design Essentials. It's water soluble and I haven't had any issues with it. My skin doesn't like most oils, so conditioner is a necessary step to help my locs retain moisture in between washes.

[@JOSETTEBIANCA]

The Design Essentials shampoo sounds good! And as long as the conditioner is not causing buildup that’s all that matters.

[@broadcasttv7778]

But it has sulfates in it...isn't that Bad ?

[@TolowDolo]

Same conditioner I use absolutely no build up! Locs light and fluffy

[@MissRenee_X]

I am new on my journey and I do not like oils so far. I also don’t like shampoos that strip my hair of their natural oils as that also creates dryness and itchiness so that doesn’t make sense to me. And I hate that everything smells like eucalyptus, peppermint tea tree oil I just want something mild and that smells good

[@pauletteclemons7487]

I agree, I have been using all 3 regiments for the last 4 years. Designer Essentials is outstanding that focus on moisturizing your locs. Love it

[@NaturalNikkiDST]

I have been locked with my sisterlocks 11 years on 1/23/23. I still to this day do not use any conditioner. My sisterlocks are still shiny, bouncy, lightweight, so you don’t need to get conditioner in your locs. I am excited to continue to listen to the rest of your video. I’m currently 3 mins in.

[@allthingzjazzy]

What do you use?

[@mimig1000]

What shampoo do you recommend?

[@rozchristopherson648]

Personally, I believe that African peoples of the diaspora should be supporting black-owned hair care companies. Clairol, Pantene, Suave, etc. are not dependent on black people to stay in business But black companies need the support of black people to stay in business. Also, one reason Herbal Essences shampoo irritated your scalp is due to the presence of palm oil. I have seen some petitions against the product since forests are endangered by companies that cut down forests to extract palm oil.

[@kellyclark7517]

Well said! I’m not black but I wear locs n would support u n urs n knot all of these garbage ass hair products mentioned……………………

[@rozchristopherson648]

@@kellyclark7517 Thank you for your reply and support. Best wishes to you. 🧡

[@JOSETTEBIANCA]

The CEO’s of Carol’s Daughter and Shea Moisture are black women. I would love some suggestions for some other black owned hair companies.

[@prestoncarla81]

Eden body works has a really good peppermint clarifying shampoo. You can find it at Sally’s beauty supply.

[@TheObserver77777]

​@JOSETTEBIANCA Carol's Daughter is owned by L'Oreal and Shea Moisture is owned by Unilever. Its been awhile since both were black owned.

[@sharongarvin-shuler3337]

Thank you so much!!! I was ready to throw the towel in with these sisterlocks just shy of 3 months. I was given Paul Mitchell clarifying shampoo and my scalp from the front to the middle was white. When I moved around I thought it was snowing.😂 I went to KZbin and viewed your video and you saved my locks. I purchased the Sauve shampoo and immediately saw the difference. My scalp is clean minus that awful buildup. Again, thank you so much.

[@youtube.comybvv]

I've been using Sauve from before I had locs mainly for the $ and especially before the loc community started talking about it. It's my go to #1 shampoo

[@CinemaDoll137]

same, i've using it as a loose natural for years once a month. now, that i'm loc'd, i'll continue to use it especially since i got my moisturizing routine down.

[@everythingislovelee3400]

I love the suave clarifying shampoo I’m 9 months loc’d and it definitely cleans up the oil and buildup

[@rocknthefro]

I have tried to use the sauve clarifying shampoo and it just dries out my locs to much, I am currently using the Design Essential Oat and Protein shampoo and a spray leave in conditioner by Design Essential and they have been working well, I am 2 years into this 2nd journey. I have been following you since your 1st loc journey and this set looks so much healthier. Congratulations to you and Hubby on the new edition coming to your family

[@JOSETTEBIANCA]

Yeah I think once my locs are fully mature I’ll find a more gentle clarifying shampoo and use the suave once a month for a deep clean. But for now I’m loving the suave. Yes it’s much healthier for sure. And thank you ☺️

[@lillian7228]

Trader Joe's Tea Tree Tingle! My favorite shampoo ever and it's like $4 a bottle. If they ever discontinue it i will cry

[@JOSETTEBIANCA]

I wish I had access to it where I live. It’s not available in Canada😞

[@lillian7228]

​@@JOSETTEBIANCA aw man, well you're winning out with the $2 suave anyway and your locs look gorgeous!

[@loriluv127]

I've heard about that brand simple, inexpensive & works for building up. Starting my location journey next week excited but scared took me some time to get here. I'm so ready for change so I'm doing tons of research. 👸🏿

[@jqfowler6200]

Suave clarifying shampoo has been my go to for a good clean for my loc’s, I’ve tried others, but they don’t come close for cleaning, I follow up with a moisturizing shampoo. I’ve had my loc’s for 8yrs.

[@JahleeyahKalonji]

I hate that suave isn't in Canada anymore. I use a neutralizing shampoo that I get cheap at Sally's. It's under $3.00 CAD. I also use the neutrogena anti-residue and the Live clean acv clarifying shampoo. I learned the hard way not to use conditioners in locs. I use henna and indigo and have to use conditioner after, so I dilute the conditioner with water or aloe vera juice. For scalp issues, itching etc...I use aloe vera juice/gel, the type you can ingest. I get it at wally world or the health food store. If you're not allergic, try it. It's the best moisturizer that I've found and it doesn't build up. If you're allergic, try distilled rose water, I would add silk protein powder to increase the moisturizing I will pass along what I learned about essential oils and storage. Do not store any EO mixtures in plastic unless it's in a HDPE or PET bottle as it can cause the plastic to leach. This is why essential oils are usually in glass or aluminum. I learned this from soap making sites. So I don't use plastic for storage, I use glass. I use glass vinegar bottles for applying oils to the scalp. I just add it to a cup of hot water and you have yourself a quick hot oil treatment. I prefer warm oil on the scalp, especially JBC. So save those brown bottles and re-use.

[@SkyeID]

I don't wanna use conditioner because I don't want my baby locs to unravel. I didn't think about the build-up problem in terms of conditioner. I only thought about the build-up that can come from too much gel, butters, or wax.

[@scribevibes]

Always used suave. Glad to know it works for locs as well! Thank you!

[@Bella7bella]

I have interlocked 4point to 2 point rotation. Locks from 8 to 12". Type 3c to 4a pretty much kinky straight hair with pretty fine straight hair on the perimeter. My locs are less than 6 monts and except for the perimeter they are locking up nicely. I tried quite a few shampoos ( i dont condition or use leave in conditioner) the two products that i like the best on my new baby locs are Carol's daughter goddess strength fortifying shampoo for weak hair and i only use the Moroccan treatment light oil for fine hair alcohol free. The shampoo does not strip my hair yet it leathers, hydrate and cleam my hair so well. I have so far no buildup, no dry hair and its silky but not coming loose. This is a winning combination for fine new locs.

[@YellowStarrx3]

Dr Bonners even dilutted leaves residue on my hair 🥲

[@niknakb7135]

Same here!!

[@crazygookgirl.j4784]

I feel you 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@toya60901]

Same 😩

[@bunnyfart6831]

It only works in soft water, in hard water it reacts to the minerals in the water and creates that residue 😩

[@MakaelaCGood]

I love the Suave daily clarifying shampoo and the Shea Moisture JBCO I just locked my hair up for a second time and will be using them on my locs like I did for my loose hair 😊

[@JOSETTEBIANCA]

It's so good!

[@paulinebaylock8740]

Re: build up, if you’re thoroughly washing your hair on a regular basis, (for me that’s once a week) how much buildup could someone possibly have? The other thing is cream conditioners will naturally leave build up, water based leave-in was suggested by a beautician on another channel En Toi, o know everyone’s hair is different, but that’s working for me... leave-in conditioner on my locs was a game changer & I still was weekly, and I wash the shaft of my locs as well...

[@shernaa8737]

Which leave in conditioner do you use?

[@kamkam3457]

I wash my hair every 4 weeks so if i were to use products on a consistent basis i would have lots of build up. I don’t use any product besides oil and water (my locs are also very thick so it’s all different for everyone

[@xapitec]

I've been asking about conditioners for so long!!! Thank you! ❤❤

[@michellemybell4606]

I'm looking at your locs in this video, and I can tell in another 6 to 8 months, your locs are gonna be luscious asf (excuse my language)! Whoever started your locs did a fantastic job

[@JOSETTEBIANCA]

Thank you! My mom started them ☺️

[@paulinebaylock8740]

Believe it or not I use creme of nature shampoo and leave in conditioner, works wonders for me... my other favorite, Suave, has always been a great shampoo for me over the years, with great scents, but I haven’t used it with my locks as yet...

[@marissalhscott]

Great video! ☺️. I’m going on 7 years loc’d & my all-time favorite shampoo is the Sienna Naturals HAPI Shampoo. It’s a great balance between cleansing & moisturizer without stripping hair but still clarifies and cleanses the scalp. Prior to finding that, Kinky Curly Come Clean was my favorite staple shampoo. I’ve never used conditioners in my hair & early in my journey I dabbled with lightweight leave-in moisturizers but never found one that was worth keeping around. Be blessed! 🥰🙏🏾

[@JOSETTEBIANCA]

Thanks for watching! That sounds like the perfect shampoo. There are so many more shampoo options on the US - I’m jealous lol

[@Mykie222]

I was literally was looking at Sienna Naturals! Maybe I'll try it soon!

[@user-rg5lj4md5j]

I also use the sauve clarifying shampoo! For dandruff, I recommend good ol dandruff shampoo cant go wrong with the stuff

[@krystingrant6292]

I use black owned Barry Fletcher cool shampoo

[@charmc2609]

Love suave , my new loctician recommended it about a year ago and o love it smells great and takes away all the build up . I used conditioner because I love to color my locks so they tend to get dry. Suave has a clarifying conditioner that is great , but I can’t find it in sores lately.

[@rh176]

Suave really dries me out but I just learn to put extra moisture back

[@kidnextdxxr]

I love the she moisture jbco. Been growing my locs for 4 years now and I love it and I use the conditioner as well and it works great for me. I do have sum baby locs on my sides since I freeform and I’ll b jus using the shampo prolly for another half a year to a year before I use sum conditioner again jus to see if it helps. But I love jbco as well as the peppermint oil great for hair growth and density

[@royzellhenderson-ty6my]

No conditioner the shampoo I use is knotty Dread shampoo I mix with Jamaica Black castor shampoo

[@lizalittle825]

Your reviews of these shampoos are good. Your locks are beautiful ur skin is glowing..very 😊

[@JOSETTEBIANCA]

Thank you !

[@user-og7gz1lt8x]

SUAVE IS THEE BEST SMELLS AMAZE AND CLEANS ON FIRST WASH PLUS DOESNT LEAVE U STRIPPED. I am floored at the cost $1.97 Walmart and they better not dare change the chemistry. Im loced for 8 yrs now and there is no better cleaner detoxer

[@JurneeMikayla]

Trader Joe's has a great Tea tree shampoo!

[@jahsexistence8723]

Yes Maam

[@JOSETTEBIANCA]

Yes, I've heard! I'll have to try that in the future

[@peterfrancis1435]

(MANE AND TAIL THE HORSE SHAMPOO THE BIG BOTTLE MANE AND TAIL SHAMPOO.

[@peterfrancis1435]

A THE BEST SHAMPOO FOR LOCKS IS GENTLE ANYTHING THAT'S GENTLE NOTHING THAT'S REALLY STRONG GENTLE ALMOST TO THE POINT THAT IT'S NATURAL SHAMPOO THAT'S THE BEST ANYTHING THAT'S GENTLE YOU DON'T WANT THAT STRONG SHAMPOO

[@royzellhenderson-ty6my]

I use the shampoo called knotty Dread shampoo

[@Shanaecarter]

Hey girl hey! I use Dr. Bronners soap on my locs. I didnt know Suave was a good option for naturals like us. They are pretty good as far as price point so ima have to try some Suave soon. -Shanae

[@rozchristopherson648]

Support black-owned hair and beauty products.

[@Flustered_Potato]

I use Suave Hemp & Tea Tree Oil shampoo. I’ve tried to deviate & try other shampoos but they just initiated my scalp.

[@epiphany5653]

@@rozchristopherson648 I personally don’t buy products simply based on the color of the person who owns it, I buy products based on what works for my hair.

[@THAT1827CHIC]

​@@epiphany5653 I find that products made by people with hair textures similar to mine tend to work best for me.

[@Livewellaly]

This was really helpful. Do you have any content on botanical products and locs? Like humectants that pull water (moisture) to the hair?

[@JOSETTEBIANCA]

Not yet

[@generatingdoll]

You look beautiful! I’m currently 2 years loc’d & looking for the best shampoo to remove lint & dandruff 😭 I have used carol daughter & even tho I love it, still leaves build up! Im going to try the sauve & use carols daughter as a 2nd shampoo

[@JOSETTEBIANCA]

Thank you! I hope it works for you

[@aesinam]

I'll be 10 years locked in November this year. My fav shampoo at the moment is Cantu for natural hair Creamy shampoo

[@carlaflowers988]

Thank you for sharing this. My go to is Dr Bronners peppermint. It does the job for me. I do have the Suave clarifying shampoo too. Only used that before I go my locks installed.

[@abena8339]

I think the suave is discontinued. I tried to find this specific one on Amazon, but no luck 😢

[@dbis8313]

I just bought it from Walmart. Maybe you can find it there too.

[@saywhatseidu]

Try again it’s there 😊

[@christinamclean]

You don't fine the suave to be to drying on your hair. I used that when I was first loced but my scalp hated it

[@JOSETTEBIANCA]

No, not for me. I forgot to mention that I dilute the shampoo with water. Also adding the essential oil makes it more soothing on my scalp.

[@kidnextdxxr]

Hmm the suave one sounds nice but sum I would maybe use once every month or two cuz of the ingredients in it like sulfate. I try to use more natural ingredients. The only shampoo I’ve used wit sulfates is this one, ORS Olive Oil Moisture Restore Creamy Aloe Shampoo. Used it for two years worked great for me💯

[@JOSETTEBIANCA]

Yes I had to adjust the shampoos I use and how I often I use them as my locs matured. I’ll be doing an updated video this year. Never heard of the ORD shampoo, but it sounds like a good alternative to using conditioner for people who don’t want to do that step.

[@busymommat]

Was the suave shampoo recalled for cancer causing products in it? Does anyone know?

[@JOSETTEBIANCA]

I know that a Suave airspray deodorant was recalled, but I definitely haven't heard anything about the Suave Clarifying Shampoo

[@Xycopixie]

It was not recalled but it does have a California cancer warning on it. I almost tried it but put it back because of the warning.

[@ShaunieFree]

@@Xycopixie wow thanks. I only used it once and will not reuse. Thank God it was not expensive

[@jpbjpbmarchand]

I'll look the one you mentioned up

[@MindFullNicole]

I use that aloe vera carol's daughter shampoo

[@jeanettawilliams6454]

I love suave I used it daily on first loc journey”freeform locs” it did help dry my locs n make them lock faster I just bought it today for my instant locs

[@chiazoreziakor9228]

Thanks for the value you bring. I use suave clarifying shampoo for my 18 months sisterlocks, and follow it up with sisterlocs dandruff shampoo. Do u still dilute the suave clarifying shampoo

[@JOSETTEBIANCA]

I appreciate your comment! Yes I still dilute the shampoo☺️

[@jpbjpbmarchand]

Do you recommend a dandruff shampoo. I'm 13 moths locd

[@Tamarrind97]

Would you wash SLs without braiding in bunches first?

[@PRETTILOCSROC5119]

Great Video! ♥️

[@paulinebaylock8740]

Suave🔥🔥🔥

[@malikstrickland3561]

That’s why made my hair dry

[@AJ-ex7iz]

I agree with the shea shampoo. I am loc for 11 years it was heavy on my locs