Afrohaircandy Ingredients

Base & Carrier Oils

The vehicles that deliver active botanicals into the hair shaft and skin. Every oil chosen for its specific penetration profile and fatty acid composition.

Afrohaircandy Ingredients

CAvocado Oil

DRC Congo
Rich in Vitamins A, D and E. One of the few oils that penetrates the hair shaft. Stimulates collagen production. Deeply nourishing for both hair and skin.
Co-Wash · Deep Conditioning · Moisture Spray · Leave-In · Protect & Restore Serum · Replenish & Repair Mist · Hair Food Treatment

Coconut Oil

Ghana · Nigeria · Gambia
Rich in lauric acid — a medium-chain fatty acid documented to penetrate the hair shaft and significantly reduce protein loss. One of the few oils proven to go inside the hair fibre rather than coating the surface.
Throughout hair care and skincare range

Jojoba Oil

Various
Technically a wax ester with a molecular structure almost identical to human sebum. Balances scalp sebum production. Deeply penetrating. Does not clog pores or follicles.
Co-Wash · Deep Conditioning · Chebe Butter · Leave-In · Moisture Spray · Hair Food Treatment

Macadamia Oil

Various
Exceptionally rich in palmitoleic acid — a fatty acid that mimics the skin's natural sebum and is one of the highest found in any plant oil. Highly absorbent. Reduces trans-epidermal water loss.
Co-Wash · Deep Conditioning · Chebe Butter · Moisture Spray

Papaya Oil

DRC Congo · Mali
Rich in Vitamin C and Vitamin E. Contains papain — a proteolytic enzyme that gently exfoliates dead skin cells and protein build-up from the scalp and hair shaft. Brightening and regenerating.
Co-Wash · Deep Conditioning · Chebe Butter · Leave-In · Moisture Spray

Apricot Oil

Various
Rich in oleic and linoleic acid. Lightweight. Absorbs quickly without leaving residue. Softens and conditions the hair shaft. Suitable for all hair types including fine hair.
Co-Wash · Chebe Butter

Grapeseed Oil

Various
High in linoleic acid — essential for skin and scalp barrier function. Lightweight. Antibacterial. Tightens and tones skin. Effective at treating blemishes without clogging pores.
Chebe Serum · Replenish & Repair Mist · Skincare range

Olive Oil

Morocco / North Africa
Rich in squalene and oleic acid. Deeply moisturising. Antioxidant protection. Supports the scalp microbiome. Used as the base in the Hair Gel formulation.
Hair Gel & Edge Control

Palm Oil

DRC Congo · Ghana · Cameroon · Nigeria
Unrefined red Palm Oil retains full beta-carotene content — giving it its distinctive colour. Rich in Vitamin E and antioxidants. Highly nourishing and conditioning.
Throughout hair care and skincare range

Rice Bran Oil

Various
Rich in gamma-oryzanol — a powerful antioxidant with UV-absorbing properties. Ferulic acid content protects skin and hair from environmental damage. Lightweight and quickly absorbed.
Hair Food Leave-In Treatment

Rosehip Oil

South Africa / Various
One of the richest plant sources of Vitamin A and essential fatty acids. Regenerates skin cells. Reduces scarring and hyperpigmentation. Supports collagen production.
Protect & Restore Scalp Serum · Skincare range

Sandalwood Oil

Various
Natural anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Deeply soothing for inflamed skin. Supports cell regeneration. Natural astringent that tightens and tones skin tissue.
Hair Food Leave-In Treatment · Skincare range