What is the LOC method for hair?

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The L.O.C. method is the hair care world's secret weapon against dry hair tips. The three letters stand for the three steps: liquid, oil, moisturise.

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Liquid: add Moisture

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Option 1: Moisturising conditioners

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Option 2: Aloe Vera gel

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Oil: lock the moisture in

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CREAM: SEAL THE OIL IN

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Simple homemade hair cream

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What is the LOC method for hair?

The L.O.C. method is the hair care world's secret weapon against dry hair tips. The three letters stand for the three steps: liquid, oil, moisturise.

Liquid: add Moisture

You could simply wet your hair with water. Or you could products to moisturise your hair.

Option 1: Moisturising conditioners

Option 2: Aloe Vera gel

Oil: lock the moisture in

CREAM: SEAL THE OIL IN

Simple homemade hair cream

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More in-depth info about the LOC method

Cutting split ends & hair growth

Curly girl approved products