Alberto VO5 works as good as salon brands that claim to be sulfate-free.
Wen is a revolutionary product created by Los Angeles hair stylist, Chaz Dean. His Wen cleansing conditioners contain no sulfates, parabens and detergents, which strip the moisture and color from curly/ethnic hair types. However, co-washing isn’t a new technique, nor is it one created by Chaz Dean. There are cheaper alternatives to co-washing your hair.
Wen cleansing conditioners typically cost between $30 and $170. Instead, use V05 to co-wash your hair. That’s right, a drugstore brand can give you the same results as a salon brand! Every other day, wash your hair with a V05 brand conditioner. A bottle of the Repair & Protect Strengthing Conditioner only costs $1.49 at DrugStore.com.
Wet your hair for 60 seconds in the shower, with tepid water. Apply the conditioner to the midshaft and ends with your hands. Next, comb the conditioner through your hair for maximum coverage. Leave it in for 5 minutes while you do the rest of your shower duties. Rinse it out completely until the water runs clear. You may want to use the conditioner to “cleanse” then “condition” if you prefer.
Is your hair still thirsty? Use the Alberto VO5 hot oil weekly intense conditioning treatment, which only costs $3.99 at DrugStore.com. Use it during a steamy shower, or leave it on overnight. If you want to protect your strands from heat damage, use the Conditioning Hairdressing as part of your regiment. This also only costs $3.99 at DrugStore.com.
You shouldn’t give up shampoo completely. At least wash your hair once a week with shampoo. This helps level the pH balance in your hair. Plus, shampoo cleans out any dirt or product that your conditioner left behind. If you want to more information on the how and why of co-washing, visit AfroniquelyYou.com.
