LOC & LCO ROUTINES
Where does shea butter fit in LOC or LCO? After hydration.
LOC and LCO are names for layering routines people use on textured hair. Whichever order you prefer, the useful principle is simple: begin with hydration, then use a small amount of Sienna as the richer layer that helps seal it in.
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A SIMPLE ROUTINE
Start small and listen to your hair.
Sienna is a rich cosmetic hair butter. Use it after hydration, begin with a little, and adjust for your hair length, density and routine.
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Begin with water or hydration
Use freshly washed or lightly misted hair, or begin with the leave-in product that works in your existing routine. Butter is not a substitute for the hydrating step.
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Choose the order your hair prefers
Some people use liquid, oil, cream; others use liquid, cream, oil. There is no need to force one method if a simple version of another already feels good for your hair.
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Use Sienna as the richer sealing layer
Warm a small amount between your palms and apply it mainly to the mid-lengths and ends after hydration. Add more only where it is needed.
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Keep the routine easy to repeat
A routine that feels comfortable and manageable is more valuable than a complicated sequence. If hair feels coated, use less butter on the next wash day.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Practical answers for everyday care.
Is shea butter the oil or cream step in LOC?
Sienna is a thick butter blend rather than a light oil or traditional cream. Think of it as a richer layer used after hydration, then adjust the amount for your own hair.
Do I need both LOC and LCO products?
No. These are optional routine frameworks, not rules. A simple hydration step followed by a small amount of butter can be enough for many everyday routines.
What if the routine leaves my hair feeling coated?
Use less butter next time, focus it on the ends, and make sure the hair has been hydrated first. Build-up concerns can also be discussed with a hair-care professional.