"I'm Helena and have been a Lockenbox customer since January 2021. I would like to introduce you to my favorite products and how I use them:
1) Shampoo: Les Secrets de Loly | Perfect clean
It simply "cleans" the scalp nicely but doesn't have any nasty ingredients :D I prefer using it with a scalp brush such as the Rainbow Curls Scalp Massaging Brush .
2) Conditioner
- With proteins - Curl Girl Nordic | Protein Mask
I like to leave it on for about 10-15 minutes and then rinse it out upside down under the water with a lot of scrunching (kneading).
- Without/little protein - Curl Flo | Lemongrass & Avocado Conditioner
My wash day favorite, it's a must! I leave it on for a few minutes and then rinse it out with warm (more lukewarm) water, kneading my hair from bottom to top.
3) Deep Conditioner: Rawkyn | Silkening Protein Mask
When my hair has suffered a lot from weather conditions & blow-drying etc. I like to use this, leave it on for about 30 minutes and then rinse it out well.
4) Leave in
- With Proteins - Curls | Blueberry Bliss Leave-In Conditioner
I put a small amount into soaking wet hair. I love using it in the summer because it has such a fresh scent and a very light consistency for me. I usually use it with a light gel or mousse - my absolute favorite!
- Low in Protein - Curl Girl Nordic | Leave-In Conditioner Spray
I also like to spray it into dry hair to add moisture and care, it's great for preventing frizz. Otherwise I often use it in the winter because it's really nourishing and gives the hair a lovely shine. The scent is also just melt-in-your-mouth!
5) Mousse - Fix My Curls | Weightless Whip Volumizing Foam
Great in spring/summer, light hold but great volume! If you have heavier hair, I recommend using it with a light gel. I work it into my hair upside down, usually starting at the roots and then working my way down.
If you have somewhat stubborn curls, I recommend kneading the section again from bottom to top and holding it at the roots for a few seconds, this way you get even more volume than the mousse already provides :)
6) Gel - Bounce Curl | Light Hold Cream Gel
For me it's an absolute must-have in spring and summer. It keeps the curls in check all day and also gives great definition.
I take about a hazelnut-sized amount of it in my hand, spread it in the palms of my hands and knead it into my hair in sections, always holding it at the top of my head for a few seconds to get more definition.
For winter I recommend this gel:
7) Ecoslay | Jello Shot
It is a somewhat heavy gel but is perfect for autumn/winter weather, it withstands all weather conditions, even in the rain I don't get any frizz.
I use a very small amount of it because it is very effective and I knead it into my wet hair upside down from bottom to top.
A bit much text but unfortunately these are all my favorites :D
Very best regards
Helena"
