At ODARA, we believe your hair care ritual should be rooted in understanding, not complexity. Here’s how to build a simple yet effective routine that keeps your hair strong, soft, healthy from root to end.

Step 1: Wash with Care

A clean scalp is the foundation of healthy hair. Aim to wash your hair every 1–3 weeks, depending on your hair type, lifestyle, and product use. How often you wash is less about the calendar and more about how your scalp feels.

ODARA Tip: Alternate between clarifying and moisturising shampoos to keep your hair balanced, refreshed, and hydrated.

Here’s how to know which one to reach for:

• Use a Clarifying Shampoo when your hair feels heavy and coated. Clarifying shampoos deeply cleanse to remove product buildup, oils, and residue from styling products. They’re best used once every 3–4 weeks or as needed, not on every wash day, as they can be drying with frequent use.

• Use a Moisturising Shampoo for your regular wash days every 1–2 weeks. These formulas gently cleanse while infusing hydration, leaving your strands soft, manageable, and ready for conditioning.

Why balance matters: Not washing enough can lead to buildup and scalp irritation, while over washing, especially with strong shampoos can cause dryness and breakage.

ODARA Recommends:

• Clarifying: As I Am Curl Clarity Shampoo — purifies without stripping, perfect for product heavy routines or protective styles.

• Moisturising: Mielle Pomegranate & Honey Moisturising & Detangling Shampoo, creamy, gentle, and ideal for regular washes that leave hair silky and smooth.

Step 2: Condition Deeply

After cleansing, follow with a rinse out conditioner to restore softness and manageability. For extra nourishment, use gentle heat, a warm towel or hooded dryer helps the conditioner penetrate more effectively.

• Leave on for 10–30 minutes, then rinse thoroughly.

• Detangle only after rinsing to avoid breakage.

ODARA Reminder: Deep conditioners are made to nourish, not to stay in. Always rinse before applying your detangler or leave-in.

ODARA recommends:

• SheaMoisture Manuka Honey & Yogurt Hydrate + Repair Conditioner, strengthens and repairs damaged strands.

• Camille Rose Algae Renew Deep Conditioner, rich in vitamins and blue-green algae for elasticity and shine.

Step 3: Detangle Gently

Detangling is a moment of care, not combat. Work in sections and start from root to end, using your fingers or a wide tooth comb. Apply a leave-in conditioner or detangling cream for slip and protection.

ODARA Tip: Use tools with widely spaced, coated bristles to minimise snagging. Patience and gentle handling preserve your curl pattern and prevent breakage.

ODARA Recommends:

• Aunt Jackie’s Knot On My Watch Detangler, provides instant slip for easy comb through.

• KeraCare Curlessence Moisturizing Leave in Conditioner, deeply hydrates and defines curls.

Step 4: Moisturise Between Wash Days

Moisture is everything. Refresh your hair between washes with your favourite lotions, creams, or oils to maintain hydration and softness.

Try the LOC or LCO method (Liquid–Oil–Cream or Liquid–Cream–Oil) to seal in moisture and maintain elasticity.

ODARA tip: Mist your hair with water or a light leave-in spray before applying your moisturiser, hydration starts with H₂O.

ODARA Recommends:

• TGIN Butter Cream Daily Moisturizer creamy hydration for dry curls and coils.

• Jamaican Black Castor Oil, locks in moisture and supports scalp health.

• As I Am Rice Water Spray, provides lightweight definition without buildup.

Step 5: Protect While You Sleep

Night time friction can undo your daytime care. Protect your hair before bed by loosely plaiting or twisting it and covering it with a satin or silk cap or scarf.

Prefer sleeping free? Opt for a satin or silk pillowcase to minimise frizz, tangles, and moisture loss.

ODARA Recommends:

• ODARA Satin Pillowcase, smooth protection that keeps your hair hydrated overnight.

Healthy hair doesn’t need an elaborate 10 step routine, just the right balance of cleansing, conditioning and care.