What is LCO method?

The LCO method, as you may have guessed (if you're already familiar with the LOC method), stands for liquid or leave-in conditioner, cream, and oil. Similar to the LOC method, this technique is all about keeping your hair moisturized for as long as possible.

Is LCO or LOC method better for low porosity hair?

The Bottom Line

In general, low porosity naturals will find better results from the LCO method, while high porosity naturals will find better results from the LOC method. Remember: it's important to experiment with a routine for at least a few weeks to see if your hair responds to it.

What is the LCO method for low porosity hair?

The LCO method is a technique used in the natural hair community that consists of adding a liquid, such as a revitalizing mist or water, followed by your cream of choice, then finishing up the process with your favorite oil.

How often should you do LCO method?

Frequency. You can do the LOC method every time you attempt your wash-and-go. This can range between every few days or a week or more. You shouldn't have your hair-washing sessions exceed more than two weeks, however, or you risk severe product buildup.

What goes first hair oil or leave-in conditioner?

It's best to apply hair oil after your other styling products, including leave-in conditioner, because hair oil forms a barrier that can prevent other products from being absorbed into your hair.

What is the LOC/LCO Method?

Does oil lock in moisture for hair?

Sealing oils. Oils that can penetrate the hair are called moisturizing oils. They have the property of retaining water in the hair and thus prevent and treat dry and frizzy hair. Small side note; oil is not hydrating by itself, but can retain moisture.

What cream should I use for LCO method?

While there are plenty of hair creams to try, it's essential to use a product formulated with nourishing and moisturizing ingredients—sans the heavy feel. We like the L'Oréal Paris EverCurl Sculpt & Hold Cream-Gel, which is formulated with coconut oil.

Can I do LCO method everyday?

Can You Do the LOC Method Every Day? Yes, you technically can, but chances are you aren't washing your hair daily, and applying three layers of product every day is likely to cause buildup and weighed down curls. The LOC method is most ideally done on wash day when you're starting with a freshly washed head.

How does low porosity hair look like?

Hair that floats to the top for a while before sinking toward the bottom of the glass likely has low porosity. Hair that floats somewhere near the middle of the glass likely has medium porosity. Hair that sinks to the bottom of the glass fairly quickly is typically more porous.

Should I pre poo low porosity hair?

Pre-pooing your hair is especially important to those with low porosity hair because it gives time for the cuticles to open up and absorb the nutrients that it needs from the oils. As you already know by now the cuticles of low porosity hair are tightly knit together making it difficult for moisture to penetrate.

Is 4c high or low porosity?

The big reason behind this cloud: 4c's extremely low porosity. Since water cannot easily penetrate or stick to the hair, it's harder for strands to arrange themselves into bundles when wet. Those bundles or clumps are how curl definition happens.

Is rice water good for low porosity hair?

Rice water is good for low porosity hair as long as it's used in moderation to avoid protein overload. Low Porosity hair has cuticles that are tightly packed and overlap each other making it harder for water and other elements such as the rice protein to penetrate the hair shaft.

Is LCO good for high porosity hair?

The LCO method can be used in high porosity hair that is not as dense, thick or dry and for those who live in very dry climates. For the LOC & LCO method we recommend our med/high porosity Hair Dew Leave In Conditioner, a half a pump of Re-Do Prepoo, followed by our Mega Mangrow Moisture Milk.

Is Loc or LCO better for 4c hair?

There is a general consensus that the LOC method works best on type 4 hair (4a,4b,4c) and and the LCO method on type 3 hair (3a/b/c) and those with low porosity hair.

Does low porosity hair shrink more?

Because thin hair will naturally dry much faster than thick hair, especially if it's short. If your hair dries quickly, you have low porosity hair. Because low porosity naturally repels water, it dries faster. Often drying so quickly, you can see it shrinking and drying in just a few minutes.

Should you put oil or cream in your hair first?

Oil Helps the Hair Hold on to Water Molecules

And if you aren't using oils that penetrate the hair its best to use your cream before your oil or LCO Method. But certain natural oils have the ability to penetrate the hair shaft and bind with the hair internal structure or protein.

Can I use shea butter in LOC method?

For high porosity, heavier oils such as coconut oil, shea butter, or olive oil work wonders. This step is all about sealing in moisture and protecting the hair from the elements. You can use a styling cream or a leave-in, and for extremely dry, brittle hair a moisturizing hair butter works as an effective sealant.

Is aloe vera gel good for low porosity hair?

Aloe vera has a pH scale of 6, which is a slightly acidic value. Low porosity hair has cuticles that are always lowered and can only be lifted by warm moist heat and alkaline products. Aloe vera's acidity shuts the cuticles and prevents them from receiving moisture.

What type of oil is best for low porosity hair?

If you have low porosity hair, you will notice that most hair products will rest on your hair but do not get absorbed. Certain oils like jojoba oil, grapeseed oil, argan oil, sweet almond oil, sesame oil, and baobab oil are the best oils for low porosity hair.

Can I use honey on low porosity hair?

Honey will help your low porosity hair with moisture retention, and when paired with other natural ingredients such as Babassu oil and citrus extracts, it will leave your strands feeling ultra-soft and shiny.

Is olive oil good for low porosity natural hair?

oils such as olive oil and coconut oil are a no go for naturals with low porosity hair because they will undoubtedly sit on top of the hair instead of absorbing into them.

Which oils can penetrate hair?

Is castor oil a sealant or moisturizer?

1.As a Sealant

Because of it's texture, castor oil works well with carrier oils like coconut, olive, or any other light oil. To use castor oil as a sealant, you must first condition and moisturize your hair, then finish off by applying a dime-size drop of castor oil to entire shaft.

Which oil is best for hair growth and thickness?