Hair Update: June 2012

Hey guys!
Um, yeah . . . so this post has been long overdue.  I haven't talked about my hair in quite some time and I have some serious explaining to do.  As you all have noticed in my vacation post, I have revisited braids as a protective style for the summer.  Yeah I know.  Given my last go around, I didn't think I'd be trying them again but I thought better of it and decided to give them one more shot.

I had the braids put in a week before leaving to Puerto Rico, so they look a bit weathered here.  I'm due to have them touched up during the week.  My experience, so far, has been pretty good and I plan to keep them in for the entire summer.  They make life soooo much easier :-)

As far as maintenance, I'm washing my hair weekly and have been co-washing in between. 

I've also been dabbling in some Oyin Handmade products to maintain my hair.  I'll post more detailed reviews later, but here's a look at my current regimen.

1. Wash weekly with SheaMoisture Moisture Retention Shampoo

2. Deep Condition with Aussie Moist Conditioner mixed with Castor Oil, Olive Oil & Aloe Vera Juice

3. Dry hair with a cotton T-Shirt

4. Spray on Oyin's Juices & Berries Leave In

5. Seal moisture with Sweet Almond Oil

6. Apply Oyin's Shine & Define

7. Braid hair into 4 large braids and let dry overnight

8. Undo the 4 braids and style as desired.

What are you guys doing with your lovely locs for the summer?