From daily straightening to accepting my curls
Although the recent confinement has been an unprecedented and difficult experience for most of us, it has nonetheless encouraged me to take more time to look after myself and my hair.
Complexed by my curls from an early age, I straightened my hair for many years. Since being different was difficult to accept in adolescence, I paid a lot of attention to the way others looked at me.
Today, with a little more maturity, I've decided to accept my hair type and myself, because hair is an integral part of us, an extension of our personality. At the same time, there's this general move on the part of society and brands in terms of inclusivity, body positivism and therefore acceptance of our uniqueness as individuals.
All this movement, both internal and external, helps and supports me in this process of acceptance and sublimation of my hair nature.
Towards a more natural beauty routine for curly hair
As I thought about it, I realized that with curly hair, we use a lot of products, both in terms of care and styling, to define and maintain the curl.
So I thought it would be better for me and my hair to switch to a cleaner, more natural routine in terms of composition. I'm looking to do my hair some good while maintaining the effectiveness and sensoriality that are key points in my beauty routine!
For this transition, which I was a little afraid of (we're often warned that the hair's result may not be aesthetically pleasing during the phase of adaptation to the new, healthy products used, free of silicones and therefore with a "raw" result, less trompe l'oeil, hair less glossy, sheathed, etc.), I chose to put my trust in YODI, this pretty, holistic, innovative and committed brand advocating expertise, self-care but also care for the planet.
While browsing the brand's website, I spotted the Nutritive Argan shampoo and immediately thought it had to be the product for me, as my hair is curly and therefore dry, and in need of nutrition (Argan-type oils are often recommended in this case). To be sure and to test my intuition, I carried out the online hair diagnosis, which I found very simple, intuitive and quick to do! The personalized YODI routine for my hair came out very quickly, and I didn't have to do a thing: the Douceur de lait d'amande shampoo combined with the Idéal Aloe Argan mask! So I was quite surprised at first, as I was expecting to be recommended the Nutritive Argan. But as I read the YODI explanation, I realized that the Douceur de Lait d'Amande was better suited to my fine hair in search of volume at the roots. The personalized routine that came out of the diagnosis even saved me money, as it directed me towards the shampoo + mask set, which was more attractive than the two single products I was about to choose just before.
So I ordered this lovely box which I received very quickly, in 48 hours, and I was surprised to discover my routine superbly wrapped in pretty self-paper. All in all, a very neat and aesthetic package that's a pleasure to unwrap!
So I tested this routine for several weeks: even if I was initially skeptical about the powder for shampoo galenic, which can be a little confusing, in the end it's quite simple to use and quite fun: I wet my hair well in the shower, I take a little powder in my hand (not too much because it's useless, it's the water that activates the foam!), add a little water, rub my hands together to mix: a creamy mousse forms and I apply it directly to my scalp and massage! Alternatively, I can also directly apply the appropriate amount of powder from my hand to my wet scalp and massage: the effect is the same, there's even a little more lather that way I think! I find this moment very sensorial: Yodi offers us a pleasant interlude in the shower thanks to the light coconut fragrance, natural and delicious! Next, I rinse off the shampoo and spin out my hair before applying the Ideal Aloe mask. I take a generous dab of the product and apply it to my lengths and ends. I leave it on for at least 5 minutes while I continue my shower. I then proceed to detangle my hair with an appropriate brush, separating my hair into 2 sections to make the task easier (as I have curly hair and only detangle it when I wash it, i.e. twice a week, I get a lot of tangles!) The creamy texture (reminiscent of yoghurt!) of the mask makes detangling easier, thanks to its rich, slippery texture. I rinse and then wring out my hair. Finally, I gently dry my hair upside down, scrunching it up and down with a microfiber towel or cotton T-shirt to avoid breaking the curls or drying out the lengths.
The result is indisputable: my hair is supple, soft and shiny. I really feel that my scalp is healthy and my hair is well nourished and moisturized, giving me lovely, plump, sheathed curls.
My Haircare beauty tips
Use the mask in a variety of ways - it's multi-purpose! It can be used as a classic mask to leave on after washing; as a co-wash to gently cleanse, rehydrate the scalp and redefine curls; mixed with water in a spray bottle to rewet and reactivate curl hydration in the morning; leave on in a bun all day the day before shampooing when hair is "dirty"; in the composition of the DIY homemade scrub (1 tablespoon baking soda, 1 tablespoon fine salt, 3 tablespoons Ideal Aloé Argan mask and mix).
In short: taking care of your hair with Yodi also means taking care of your health.
Even though I know that many of us find it hard to live with our curls on a daily basis - and I was the first to dream of Brazilian straightening - I strongly advise against modifying or trying to go against the nature of your hair on a daily basis.
Several studies have alerted us to the dangers of hair straightening, particularly Brazilian straightening. Most of the latter contain numerous chemicals, including formaldehyde (formaldehyde), which could contribute to an increased risk of various cancers.
Moreover, the Brazilian Health Safety Agency (ANVISA) confirms these hypotheses, pointing out that the risks associated with the use of formalin, in particular, can range from skin allergy to respiratory disorders, as well as an increased risk of throat cancer in those exposed.
So you see, choosing natural, safe, healthy cosmetics that are free from endocrine disruptors is PRIMORAL for the health of us all. This is exactly what YODI offers, combining naturalness, efficacy, sensoriality and safety!
So don't wait any longer... go for it!
Here are the YODI products I recommend for curly hair at its best:
- Douceur de lait d'Amande powder and prebiotic shampoo for fine, dry, dull hair in search of volume at the roots.
- Nutritive Argan powder and prebiotic shampoo for very dry and/or color-treated hair in need of nutrition, suppleness and softness.
- Ideal Aloe Argan Mask for all types of curls, which are by nature thirsty and need to be nourished.
- Muesli & Pure Vanilla precious oil on the ends for intense, long-lasting nourishment and a divine fragrance.
Radio-Canada (2022) Les Produits de défrisage capillaire augmentent Le risque de cancer de l'utérus, Radio. Radio-Canada (consulted on October 24, 2022).
Brazilian straightening: What are the risks for hair? (2021) (Accessed October 24, 2022).