Method
Empty the coconut milk into a saucepan add the extra virgin olive oil* and whisk until well blended.
Coconut milk varies in consistency by brand so depending on how thin the mixture in the saucepan is, add 2-3 tablespoons in a separate bowl and mix this with the lime juice until the mixture is lump free then add to the coconut* milk & olive oil* mixture.
Put the saucepan over a medium heat whisking constantly. The purpose is not to cook the mixture but to activate the cornstarch which will thicken the mixture to a ‘conditioner’ type consistency.
This should take a couple of minutes. If you find the mixture is still too thin then add a bit more cornstarch or if you get a brand of coconut* milk that that is very thick to begin with, you may omit the corn starch altogether.
Apply the mixture to your hair in sections to ensure it is evenly covered. Cover with a plastic cap then under a steam cap for ½ hour to an hour.
If you don’t have a steam cap but you have a hooded dryer*, read this article on how to give your hair a steam treatment without a steam cap.
Depending on the length and thickness of you hair, the mixture will be enough for 1-2 applications. Place any remaining treatment into a plastic jar/container and freeze until you require it next.
Proceed to shampoo the mixture out of your hair thoroughly then proceed to deep condition as usual with an ultra moisturizing conditioner*. Remember, the final rinse should be done with cold/lukewarm water to close the hair cuticles and seal in the moisture.
Roller set your hair with only a glycerin containing product like S Curl along with some heat protectant* for the softest results. Sit under a dryer for up to 90 minutes or until the hair is thoroughly dry. To complete the look flat iron* the hair in sections with one swipe on a medium heat (you will not need much heat to get your hair straight). Style as desired.
Tensia says
I will try this and let you know if it really works. I like the fact that the products needed, can be obtained from your neighborhood grocery store.
cwoods says
Is this safe to use on relaxed hair with substantial new growth? I'm pregnant and stopped getting relaxers in January. It's been almost five months. After the baby's born I'll probably resume relaxer treatments. The article only mentions the effects on natural hair.
Tootie says
For the question about using the coconut treatment on permed hair, go on youtube girls talk about using it on permed hair and relaxed hair. Girls with relaxed hair use it to make their relaxer stretch , and those with natural hair use it to soften their hair and enhance the curl pattern. They also have different variations of the treatment, you can type in coconut relaxer and different links will pop up. Most links will also show you how to apply it and the results.
Sincerely,
tootie
Synoun Hong says
My grandma used it all the time, but I never thought to use it on my kids hair since there mixed, it work great on us
Ressa Motivated says
im trying to love my natural hair… not looking to make it something its not… luv my kinky curls
lovely lady says
It’s this temporary? Will my hair eventually return back to its natural curl pattern?
Jamie Lee says
I need to try this asap. I gave myself a protein treatment because i was having a lot of breakage…..OMG…now my coils are even stronger and tighter. They need to relax and chill.
Bebe Stclaire says
Yes
Georgiana Gray says
I clicked the link and printed it. I’ll try it later, and let you know how it works.
Dania Sanon says
Thank you!
Dwinese Marise Aird says
I tried this a couple of years back, I didn’t like it. It didn’t work for me, it was clumpy and very messy and hard to get out of my hair. Probably user mistakes but I never tried again
Mrsladiee Jai says
2 bad I’m allergic 2 coconut!!!!! That shit fire!!!!
Rhonda M Lawson says
LOL!
Selma Olds says
Coconut oil and milk does wonders for the skin as well.
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KJ says
How many onces are in a tin? At the grocery store where I shop, coconut milk is sold in 16 oz. cans or one quart boxes, which is how I buy it.
Devera Smith Robinson says
Do you drink it or apply it to your hair ??? Ijs with the martini glass and all….
Kudz says
I recently tried this out. My hair has 2 different curl patterns and the hair at the back is kinkier and knots up very easily. I applied the mixture to the back of my hair and its made a huge difference!!! the hair is noticeably softer and retains more moisture. Its also a lot easier to manipulate. two thumbs up from me 🙂
Crystal Thomas says
You put the lime in the coconut and drink it all up
Shamar Q Huntley says
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Portia Beard says
Has anyone tried this?
Donna Myre says
I might try it if I can ever read the post… It’s not loading !
Adrienne Leonard says
I don’t know, but I know the cornstarch in the recipe provided is basically sugar, and will burn the heck out of your hair if not rinsed well, which negates the purpose of adding it. Think about the brown build up on your clothing iron– starch. Y’all be careful.
Tyshanique Glover says
I’m so tempted Tiffany Reneé Faith Hope Charity
Tiffany Reneé says
Tyshanique Glover -_- *drake voice* Dont do it, please don’t do it
Kourtnie Joi Sanders says
Tried it, it softened my hair bcuz it increased the moisture in my hair but it definitely didnt straighten my hair
Schyler Craig says
Evon DeliverusfromEva Landers maybe you should try this.
Nefeteria Moore says
Don’t do this mess
Yolanda Mchenry-Murckson says
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