My hair in Zanzibar has been mildly out of control. Usually straight and manageable, on the island it usually leaves the room 5 minutes before I do because it has so much body. Also, the salt water and sun have left it a bit crisp, so I've been looking for some deep conditioner and yesterday I was in luck.
It's called 'Nice and Lovely Avocado Oil' and the first ingredient is avocado oil and then there are about 5 other oils proceeding. Of course I got all excited knowing that avocados are great for your hair and couldn't wait to get home to try it out. Even Kim and Nini applied some before dinner, claiming they would just rinse before bed. I thought I'd go the whole nine yards and just sleep with it in there to benefit from the full effects.
Taking a nice big glop, I followed the directions to the tee. Massage thoroughly. I rubbed it in and combed it through every inch to make sure that each piece of hair turned out nice and lovely. Two hours later it looked like I had put my head in a Vaseline bottle so I hopped in the shower and washed it, TWICE. No difference. This morning I woke up and ran to the mirror and bursted out laughing; it's still not better. I washed it twice again and my hair is still sticky and it looks like I haven't washed it in weeks. Kim, Nini and I have been laughing all morning as we have company coming into town tomorrow and we aren't sure if our hair will every go back to normal, even before we leave the island.
I think may may have bought a deep conditioner for a black person.
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You three are having so much fun and it sounds like your dos will be protected for life. my hairdresser, kari, told me that any oil especially sesame and jojoba are a great coating for the hair before going into salt water especially if you have any color on your hair. she said even baby oil if you are unable to get to the store. i, too, would have been keen on trying the avocado oil product. it must have alot of petroleum or wax product in it. you might have to get your haircut buzzed before the co. comes:):) perhaps Halima will have a beauty tip for you muzungus. luv.mum
ReplyDeleteI can just see your hair and would be laughing heartily with everyone else. If all fails you might try a little paint thinner to cut the grease, but hopefully Halima will have a solution. Love dad
ReplyDeleteJust keep thinking how shinny and healthy your hair will be by the time you get home. I love your pictures - how about one with you in it. Sherry
ReplyDeleteHi Love bug,
ReplyDeleteSounds like our self facials at Breitenbush! Love it. I am so thrilled for your Gretel. I miss you terribly and cant wait to hear your voice. Much love, Kate