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Co-Washing 101: Cleansing Your Hair With Conditioner-Only
Co-washing has been around for quite some time, especially in the natural hair community but it has recently become mainstream and is finally getting the credit that it deserves. Simply put, co-washing is a fancy word for washing your hair with a conditioner. In other words, you are replacing your traditional shampoo with a conditioner that can both cleanse and moisturize your hair.
Traditionally, shampoo consists of sulfates (i.e. what causes your shampoo to create suds) that can often strip your hair of its natural oils. Washing your hair with a conditioner eliminates that factor and nourishes your hair while it cleans. Read on to learn more about co-washing and why cleansing your hair with conditioner-only should absolutely be the wave.
Who Should Co-Wash:
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Co-washing works best for those with dry, curly, kinky-curly, and/or coarse hair. It works best for these hair types because it's more difficult for the natural oils produced in your scalp to reach curly and kinky-curly strands by pure design. Oils have a much harder time traveling down the hair shaft of a curl than it does the hair shaft of straight hair. Co-washing also works well for those with color-treated hair, as color-treated hair tends to be on the drier side. The last thing that dry hair needs is to be made even more dry by a shampoo with sulfates. If you have very fine, straight, or oily hair, you may want to steer clear from co-washing as it can tend to weigh your hair down.
How Do I Co-Wash:
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The number of times you co-wash your hair is very similar to how you wash your hair with a traditional shampoo. What some people like to do is limit their hair to a thorough cleanse with shampoo once every 4-6 weeks, while co-washing on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. The consistency varies depending on how often you experience buildup from the products you place in your hair during everyday styling or based on your hair routine.
When it comes to how to co-wash your hair, it is also recommended that you check the instructions on the product for any product-specific instructions but below is a general guideline:
What Products Should I Use:
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Co-washing has come a long way since I went natural over 10 years ago. Back then, we were slathering any old conditioner on our hair and calling it a day. However, nowadays many companies have jumped on the co-washing bandwagon and have incorporated actual co-washing products into their product lines. These products are specifically formulated to cleanse your scalp and hair better than a traditional conditioner can.
It's important to add that most people that co-wash their hair still occasionally use a clarifying shampoo to be sure that they have thoroughly cleansed their scalps to avoid product buildup.
To assist you in your co-washing endeavors, I've gathered five co-washes that have received great reviews for you to try.
Check them out below:
- Pantene Pro V Gold Series Deep Hydrating Co-WashAvailable at Target
- As I Am Coconut CoWash Cleansing Cream ConditionerAvailable at Target
- Shea Moisture Coconut & Hibiscus Co-Wash Conditioning CleanserAvailable at Target
- Ouidad Curl Immersion No Lather Coconut Cream Cleansing ConditionerAvailable at Ulta
- Mielle Organics Detangling Co-WashAvailable at Sally Beauty
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Erica Green is a Clinical Research Associate, blogger, and a sneakerhead. She has a love for all things women and she's pretty sure that women are God's greatest creation. Connect with her on Instagram @ erica_britt_ or www.lovethegspot.com
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UnPrisonedhas returned for its highly anticipated second season, delving deeper into the complex dynamics of the Alexander family.
The series premiere comes a year after its debut season garnered rave reviews from fans and critics and earned record-breaking ratings for Hulu's Onyx Collective brand. UnPrisoned's success can be attributed to its raw, relatable themes and comedic appeal.
Inspired by creator Tracy McMillan's life, the show follows Paige (Kerry Washington), a therapist and single mother whose life takes an unexpected turn when her father, Edwin (Delroy Lindo) --who was released from prison-- moves in with her and her teenage son, Finn (Faly Rakotohavana).
Throughout UnPrisoned's first season, viewers witnessed how Edwin's incarceration deeply affected Paige's life and relationships. In the series, Paige unpacks her trauma through interactions with her inner child and her online followers. Meanwhile, Edwin is overcoming specific struggles with his own past that led to his life of crime, including a dysfunctional upbringing and his mother's arrest. As the Alexanders attempt to reconcile, new challenges arise.
This new season promises to further explore their unconventional family dynamic. Here are several compelling reasons why season two of UnPrisoned should be on everyone's watchlist.
The Alexander Family Life Is Still In Shambles
UnPrisoned's second season resumes where the series left off, with Paige grappling with the fallout from her troubled therapy practice and Edwin navigating life independently after moving out. Meanwhile, Finn faces his own challenges. The teenager is battling anxiety and seeking information about his father—a topic Paige avoids discussing.
The Alexander Family Are Attending Therapy To Resolve Their Underlying Issues
Amid the chaos in their lives, the Alexander family decides to mend their bond by confronting their past traumas. They seek professional help and attend therapy sessions with a “family radical healing coach,” played by John Stamos, a new cast member. This collective effort aims to unravel the complexities of their shared history and strengthen their relationships.
The process of unraveling each character's internal conflicts and their potential impact on future relationships may clash with Paige's textbook therapy approach. While Paige is used to being in the therapist's seat in both career and family, this forces her into the unfamiliar role of a patient during therapy sessions. This shift would compel her to look in the mirror and try a radically different approach.
The Alexander Family Learned A Big Lesson During A Therapy Session
In therapy, the Alexanders are tasked with addressing their individual traumas to salvage their remaining relationships. One of the family therapist’s eccentric suggestions was an exercise involving a family wrestling match. During this session, Paige faces tough questions about her refusal to share information about Finn's father.
While it's unclear whether this scene is reality or fantasy, the image of the family duking it out in the ring certainly makes for hilarious yet compelling television.
Paige Tries Dating Again Following Failed Relationships
Amid her life's chaos, Paige decides to step back into the dating field. However, her many attempts have left her with mixed results. The dating apps have turned out to be a fail, and an outing with her ex Mal (Marque Richardson), who is also her father's parole officer, doesn’t go quite as expected after he brings an unexpected guest – his new girlfriend.
The situation takes an awkward turn when Mal's new partner learns why the former couple split, partly due to Paige's self-sabotage.
UnPrisoned Is A Perfect Balance Of Comedy And Drama
As a dramedy, UnPrisoned takes a comedic approach to its heavy subjects. The show takes us on a ride with Paige's dating misadventures and navigating a friendship with her ex.
Other lighthearted moments include Edwin's attempts at CPR based on online videos and, of course, the antics of the Alexander family's unconventional new healing coach.
The second season of UnPrisoned is now available on Hulu.
UnPrisoned | Season 2 Trailer | Hulu
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Tubi has been gaining popularity due to its free sign-up and a vast selection of series and films. According to Deadline, the FAST (free ad-streaming television) service has seen a 14.7% growth from May and now has similar numbers to Disney+. So while many people have joked about Tubi having low-budget movies, the numbers don't lie.
In fact, I was one of those people who didn't get the appeal of Tubi, but the more I watched it, the more I enjoyed the content. They have some of our favorite TV series, such as Scandal and Star, as well as big films like the Fast and Furious franchise and cult classic Love & Basketball.
Tubi even has its own original movies and series that are just as entertaining. But while Tubi is on the come up, some of the low-budget movies and hood movies are still a must-watch. From Tubi originals to the hood movies, we've put together a list of shows and movies to add to your watchlist.
Cinnamon
Cinnamon is an original Tubi movie that stars Hailey Kilgore (Juke from Power Book III: Raising Kanan), Damon Wayans, and Pam Grier. It's a love story gone awry after a robbery turns deadly, and a young couple faces many challenges to make it out alive.
The Dirty D
The Dirty D is one of the first things I watched on Tubi, as many people highly recommended it. It's a series set in a Detroit club, and it has all the drama you can think of. Murder, drug dealing, cheating, greed, and more.
Black Men Don't Cheat
In this film, a young woman grapples with the death of her husband while also discovering his secret life, which puts her in danger.
Mother May I
This movie fully captivates the overbearing mother. However, the ending will shock you as she goes a little too far.
The Stepdaughter
When a young girl moves in with her dad and his new wife, a series of unfortunate events occurs. This Tubi original will keep your attention with every turn.
These Men For Everybody
These Men For Everybody is a film that highlights the tangled web of friendships and relationships and how you can't trust anybody.
Best Friend
What happens when your best friend is obsessed with you? This movie, which stars Serayah and Marques Houston, answers this very question and takes us on a ride in the process.
What's Done After Dark
What's Done After Dark shows us that everything isn't always what it seems. The twist at the end is a real doozy.
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