Everyone loves SheaMoisture and Nubian Heritage products. We appreciate the fact that so many of you want to buy them from us. And, we know you would like to know when we will have the many products that we are out of stock on back in stock. We wish we could tell you. And we apologize for the inconvenience this is causing you.

We have been dealing with supply issues with SheaMoisture and Nubian Heritage since late 2007. We have spoken with many people there numerous times and cannot get a good sense of if or when the supply issue will clear up. All of the items we are out of stock on are on order with SheaMoisture and Nubian Heritage and the moment they get a shipment to us, we will provide the items to you. When we know we will not have an item within a week or two, we will remove it from sale on the website.

Many of you have asked us to notify you when we have a particular item back in stock. This is something we really wish we could do. Unfortunately, we do not have a system in place to do this. We do have a blog article that keeps a running list of what we are out of stock on. And, we can provide you with alternative products to buy in the meantime, if you are interested.

The Treasured Locks H2G Hair Growth Supplement has been given a new coating. The basic formula remains the same. But, we changed to a new coating to give the product better shelf stability. The coating is a white Titanium Dioxide coating.

We’re sorry to have to report that the Nubian Heritage Raw Shea Butter Loc Butter Balm is out of stock.  We do not know when we will be able to get it again.  We will update the blog when we have it.

Kayshay Kids Sulfate Free Baby Shampoo is a premium, all natural, vegan shampoo that is mild enough to use on your precious infant or toddler. Our shampoo contains only natural and naturally derived ingredients. The cleansers (surfactants is the technical term) are mild enough for use on the gentlest skin. We invite you to compare our ingredient list to any baby shampoo on the market, at any price, from any manufacturer. This is our first in our kids’ product like “Kayshay Kids”.

Kayshay Kids Sulfate Free Baby Shampoo is a gentle foaming gel that is sulfate free and paraben free. Producing a sulfate free shampoo costs a little more (actually a lot more). But, we think it’s worth it. Our baby shampoo is an amber gel that has a natural light scent. We use no artificial fragrances in it. Our ultra-mild formula uses distillates (water-solutions) and essential oils derived from lavender and chamomile. Jojoba oil, rosehip oil, extracts from oats, and wheat protein make this shampoo soothing and great for your baby’s hair and skin.

• Gentle
• Sulfate free
• Paraben free
• Vegan
• Naturally derived cleansers

We have sold the Micro Hair Cap for years and it’s been one of our hot selling products (pardon the pun). Hair care can be taken to a new level with the use of the Hair Therapy Wrap allowing you to get a deep, salon type conditioning treatment for your hair while moving around the house.

The Hair Therapy Wrap is a fast, easily heated treatment system. The Hair Therapy Wrap uses special gel packs that stay warm for up 30 minutes to help repair damaged hair. Helps activate treatments, hot oils or reconstructors and can also help to control dry, flaky scalp.

Treatment using the Hair Therapy Wrap can repair dry hair by using any deep conditioning product and then wearing the Hair Therapy Wrap. The patented Hair Therapy Wrap does not require electricity to operate and therefore allows the user mobility while repairing damaged hair. No more trips to the beauty shop and using bonnet dryers to repair damaged hair. You can use the Hair Therapy Wrap while bathing, relaxing, or working around the house.

• Cordless
• Available in white or taupe
• Allows complete mobility
• 100% Cotton wrap
• Come with two disposable liners

We are thrilled to announce a great new product that we know is just going to fly off the shelves. Treasured Locks has developed our own Shea Butter Nourishing Leave-In Conditioner. Treasured Locks set out to produce the best Shea Butter Leave-In Conditioner available and we did it! Our highly versatile Shea Butter Nourishing Leave-In Conditioner can be used as a conditioner after shampooing, a daily hair moisturizer and/or to detangle hair. Chock full of ingredients your hair is thirsting for, our leave-in conditioner will condition and soften your hair in one quick and easy step.

Treasured Locks Nourishing Shea Butter Leave-In Conditioner is the best conditioner available for African-American hair. But, it also suitable for other curly hair types and/or hair that needs extra moisture. Formulated using on the finest ingredients available (just like those big fancy salons use), our conditioner actually delivers on what a conditioner is supposed to do.

Spectral RS is an advanced hair loss treatment that increases hair growth and prevents hair loss without the use of Minoxidil.

Spectral RS® works by addressing multiple causes that can lead to thinning hair such as perifollicular fibrosis and internal factors such as stress, hormonal disturbances, lack of vitamins and mineral salts, and the use of certain medications. Perifollicular fibrosis is a condition that accompanies all hair loss whereby the collagen around the hair root becomes rigid and tightens, pushing the root to the surface and causing premature hair loss. Other ingredients in Spectral RS® help improve the nutrition, circulation, and metabolism of the follicle.

In addition to the great ingredients in Spectral RS, it employs a technology that allows the ingredients to get to the place where they can do their work. Nanosomes are tiny organic micro-spheres that penetrate into the lowest levels of the skin and gradually release the ingredients over a 15 hour period. By releasing the ingredients deep within the skin and over a long period of time, they become maximally effective.

All ingredients are derived from highest purity organic sources and work synergistically to deliver maximum results in the treatment of thinning hair.

Spectral DNC® is the world’s most effective topical hair loss treatment.

• Clinically proven to work faster than Rogaine®
• Works on the entire scalp, including frontal baldness
• Grows normally strong & healthy hair
• Combines the finest, research grade ingredients, including Aminexil®

Spectral DNC offers new hope to those who suffer from baldness and hair loss. Spectral DNC® is a new medication that incorporates Aminexil® a new, breakthrough compound. Aminexil is the only other topically applied molecule aside from Minoxidil that is clinically proven to re-grow hair.

In addition to the powerful combination of ingredients, a major advantage of Spectral DNC® is that the active ingredients are encapsulated in nanosomes. Nanosomes are micro-spheres that are 200 times smaller than human cells and penetrate into the deepest layers of the skin and release the active ingredients gradually over a 15 hour period. This technology dramatically boosts the effectiveness of the active ingredients since they are absorbed much deeper into the skin. Spectral DNC® is faster and more effective then Rogaine®. Spectral DNC® works both on the vertex of the head and the frontal hair line. Spectral DNC® gives the best chance of growing normally thick and healthy hair and works on people who previously did not respond to Rogaine® treatment.

Key ingredients:

• Minoxidil 5% (meets EP and USP specifications)
• Procyanidin B-2 & C-1
• Adenosine
• Aminexil SP94
• Retinol
• Nanosomes
• Copper Peptides
• Vitamin & Mineral Complex

Please read all instructions before ordering or using

Revita Hair Growth Stimulating Shampoo is the most efficient hair growth stimulating shampoo available in the market. Revita is specially formulated to reverse the problems that cause hair loss and retard hair growth. Revita is the final result of DS Laboratories’ efforts on cutting edge research. Revita is a powerful combination materials specially designed to maintain scalp vitality and to act on follicle dysfunction. This allows Revita to achieve amazing results in a short period of time. The Revita formulation is completely free of Sodium Lauryl Sulfate and Sodium Laureth Sulfate. These are cleansers that are commonly used it other shampoos. Some have linked them to skin irritation, drying, and hair loss due to follicle attack.

By combining an antioxidant effect, anti-DHT properties, powerful hydrating molecules, hair growth stimulants, and structural amino acids, Revita brings you the most effective hair growth stimulating shampoo available with absolutely no equivalent in the market.

Revita includes the following top level ingredients at high concentrations. The ingredients were chosen exclusively for their properties and obtained using a “chemical free” extraction process to preserve maximum efficacy of the final components.

We are temporarily out of Nubian Heritage Coconut & Papaya Hair Butter.   We do not know when we will have it again. So, we have taken it off sale for the time being.  Please stay tuned to the blog to be updated.

Black Opal introduces Total Coverage Foundation. This is a two-in-one concealing foundation that works to cover skin imperfections and even skin tone in step. Using maximum coverage, Total Coverage makes your unwanted marks and pigmentation problems disappear. Meanwhile, imparting appearance of new radiant skin. And, best of all, an exclusive infusion of skin protecting minerals called “SKINERALS” helps maintain a healthy pH balance and protects your skin from environmental damage. No other beauty product works harder to show your skin love. And, we think your skin will love it back.

• Complete smooth coverage hides blemishes and uneven skin tone
• Conceal and even skin tone in one step
• Protects skin from harmful effects of the environment
• In shades for women of color

Black Opal Lip Definers are deluxe lip liners define lip shape and help prevent feathering. Vitamin-enriched formula shapes and shades without pulling or dragging. Great for defining and shaping lips before applying lipstick.

• Precision lip definers are available in wood
• Automatic lip definers never need sharpening
• Color coordinated to Black Opal lipstick shade range
• May be used as a lip liner or as a lip color base

Black Opal’s Lip Corrector is a concealer for the lips. If you have areas of discoloration on the lips, Black Opal’s Lip Corrector can help cover any imperfections before applying your lipstick.

• Full coverage
• Creamy formulation infused with techno-advanced polymers for extended wearability that lasts for hours.
• Specifically formulated for lips, leaving them feeling smooth and comfortable.
• Enriched with vitamins A, C and E to nourish and protect lips.

Black Opal’s Quad Eyeshows are triple-milled formulas for velvety softness. They the best eyeshows for African-American women. The shades are especially chosen to compliment African-American women and other women of color.

• Tripled-milled formulas for velvety softness
• Treatment formula is Mineral oil-free
• Formulated with advanced oil-absorbing ingredients to inhibit the appearance of shine
• Crease and flake resistant
• Four coordinated shades in one convenient compact with a sponge applicator
• Available in five different color combinations

We have discontinued the Treasured Locks Ultra Pure Shea Butter effective immediately. We are out of inventory and will not be getting more.

We have sold out of the Jada Girlfriend compacts.  Unfortunately, the manufacturer has decided to stop making them. So, they are gone forever.  We still have other girlfriends available, at a reduced price, until they are sold out.

Nubian Heritage’s Raw Shea Butter products have been extremely popular among the people who have tried them. We are sure the Nubian Heritage Raw Shea Butter Hair and Scalp Elixir will do just as well as the other products in the line.

Nubian Heritage Raw Shea Butter Hair and Scalp Elixir is a lightweight blend of oils that instantly nourish and re-hydrate hair and scalp. The recipe blends Shea Butter, Sweet Almond, Silk and Soy Proteins to provide hydration directly to hair and scalp.

Great for daily maintenance of locs and braided styles as well as other natural styles or chemically treated hair. Can also be used as a hot oil treatment.

Baka’s Natural-Colors for Gray Coverage has been a very popular item for us. Until recently it was only available in black. Now it’s available in Black, Auburn and Medium Brown.

If you’ve tried covering gray with natural, temporary hair colors before, you know how difficult it can be. Special recipes for Natural-Colors are available which make it possible. But, Natural-Colors for Gray combines a small amount of temporary dye with the henna based coverage to give you an easy, safe and effective way to cover that stubborn gray. Natural-Colors for Gray Coverage are 97% natural. Click here to read more about it.

Due to dwindling sales, the Nourish Hair Vitamins are being discontinued effective immediately.  Treasured Locks H2G Hair Growth Supplement is a great alternative.

The wildly popular Nubian Heritage Raw Shea Butter and Coconut & Papaya fragrances are now available in rich, shea butter shampoos and conditioners. Each shampoo is made with Shea Butter and other moisturizing ingredients and helps strengthen and stimulate growth. The Raw Shea Butter products are infused with the exotic fragrance of Frankincense and Myrrh. The Coconut & Papaya products bring you back to the tropics with the sweet smell of coconut and papaya.

Nubian Heritage Coconut Papaya Shampoo is a sweet smelling moisturizing shampoo especially formulated for the needs of African hair. Moisturizes, stimulates growth and strengthens.

Nubian Heritage Raw Shea Butter Shampoo Luxurious shea butter shampoo with the mystical fragrance of frankincense & myrrh

Nubian Heritage’s Raw Shea Butter Conditioner is an moisturizing and softening conditioner designed to replenish distressed, damaged hair, as well as stimulate hair growth.

Nubian Heritage Coconut & Papaya Conditioner is a sweet smelling, deep conditioner for African hair. Contains Shea Butter, Coconut, Papaya and more.

The Bump Fighter Disposable Razors have been improved. They now have a pivoting head for a closer, more comfortable shave. They still use the same great technology that allows men prone to razors bumps to get a smooth comfortable shave with a razor.

Are you searching for the ideal skin care products for a special young lady? Look no further than j. blossom all natural products designed just for children! She will love the deliciously sweet scents and smooth, clean feel of these premium products. And the vibrant labels and their wholesome messages will delight her! Our girls were absolutely thrilled when they saw the j. blossom products. We know yours will be too.

The j. blossom line offers young ladies a family of lotions, lip balms, and bubble bath & shower gels. These delicious, fruit-scented creations are made with natural ingredients like coconut-based cleansers, organic jojoba oil and aloe vera. But, the very essence of these products is more than a simple list of ingredients.

For good measure, j. blossom also throws in a dash or two of laughter and love. The company’s ambition is to deliver a message to girls in a lovely effort to help them feel good on the inside as well as on the outside. The charming labels offer various positive messages on every bottle such as “Short or tall, thick or thin. I love the skin that I am in!” and “I love my beautiful brown skin, especially when it’s fresh and clean!”

Click here to learn more j. blossom and their enchanting products.

Zents’ Body Oil Hydrating Elixir is a moisturizing blend of natural oils with many uses. Scented in seven of Zent’s most popular fragrances, there’s certain to be one that is just for you. Or, do what the stars do and custom blend your own by combining two or three favorites.

Zents features highly fragrant, but subtle perfumes that are perfect even for those with scent sensitivities. Using fragrance and essential oils, Zents has created wonderful scents that you can customize by mixing yourself or wear each alone.

Uses:

Spray on after bathing for all day hydration

• Use as a bath oil
• Use after a long day as a massage oil
• Spray on hair for a nice “hair perfume” and hydrating treatment. Makes your hair smell delicious!

Nubian Heritage’s Shea Butter infused with Shea Butter, Lemongrass and Tea Tree is a pure Shea Butter infused with spicy Lemongrass Oil, healing Aboriginal Tea Tree Oil and sweet Orange Oil to create an uplifting and refreshing skin treatment. The Shea Butter moisturizes the skin, while the antiseptic Tea Tree Oil cleanses the skin from impurities and the Orange Oil perks up the senses.

Nubian Heritage’s Raw Shea Butter Stick is a big old whomping stick of Shea Butter. At 3/4 of an ounce (several times the size of those wimpy lip moisturizers), this stick will last you a long time. Raw Shea Butter has been used for generations as a natural moisturizer, blemish controller and lip protectant.

Major ingredients:

• Shea Butter
• Olive Oil
• Vitamin E
• Herbal Extracts

We announced a few months ago that Black Opal was discontinuing production of their Creme Stick Foundation in Carob.  We have sold the last stick and will not be able to get any more.

Natural-Laxer Herbal Hair Oil is a leave-in herbal hair oil for follow-up maintenance and continuous management, strengthening, and control of your hair. The special Natural-Laxer Herbal Extract* works continuously to smooth, tame and manage the hair after and between Natural-Laxer applications. It can be applied on dry or damp hair or even as a hot oil treatment.

Natural-Laxer Herbal Hair Oil is a great finishing product to the Natural-Laxer treatment. It has a clean, fresh scent that will also help with those “stale hair” days.

* Since the oil contains a pure herb, which is very effective for hair management, an allergy patch test on the inner elbow is recommended prior to use. The herb is the active ingredient (only ingredient) in the original Natural-Laxer product.

Several months ago we announced Black Opal had discontinued all shades of their Simply Sheer lipstick. We are selling our remaining inventory. Barely Mocha has just sold out.

The three men’s shave products now available from Black Opal are bundled in the Black Opal Razor Bump Solution Shave System. The Anti-Bump Cleanser is only available as part of the kit which includes: Anti-Bump Cleanser, Anti-Bump Shave Gel and Anti-Bump Treatment. The shave gel and treatment are still sold separately, as well as in the kit.

Black Opal has completed the restructuring of their men’s shaving products line. All the old items are either gone or in limited supply. The shave gel and razor bump recovery treatment have been replaced in a one-for-one fashion. They are still available, just in different packaging and with slightly different names.
The three men’s shave products now available from Black Opal are bundled in the Black Opal Razor Bump Solution Shave System. The Anti-Bump Cleanser is only available as part of the kit which includes: Anti-Bump Cleanser, Anti-Bump Shave Gel and Anti-Bump Treatment.

Items in red are sold out:

For details, see below:

• Black Opal Pre-Shave Daily Cleanser- for a preshave cleanser (outside of the Black Opal Kit), the recommended replacements are below. All exfoliate and soften skin to provide a clean, drag free shave.
  • Ajuven Botanical Facial Scrub
  • African Male Smooth Face Scrub
  • Shaver’s Choice Towelettes
• Black Opal Clear Shave Densitizing Shave Gel- Black Opal has replaced it with a similar shave gel
  • Black Opal Anti-Bump Shave Gel
  • African Male Shaving Gel
  • Shaver’s Choice Foaming Shave Gel
• Black Opal After Shave Relief Lotion can be replaced with
  • Shaver’s Choice After Shave Skin Therapy
• Black Opal Razor Bump Recovery Solution is gone and has been replaced by
  • Black Opal Anti-Bump Treatment

If you’ve ever tried to cover gray hair with a natural hair coloring product, you know how difficult that can be. But, finding a safe, effective product you can feel comfortable using at home without damaging your hair has also been difficult. Now there is Natural-Colors Henna for Gray Coverage. A 97% natural, henna based product that you can use in the comfort of your own home.

Secrets of Natural-Colors have been cherished throughout the ages,and endure the test of time in ancient lands. Famous beauties such as Nefertiti and Cleopatra used henna to enhance their hair coloring. Today it is used by women and men who want to enhance their appearance, at home, using Natural-Colors.

• 97% Natural Plant Coloring
• Provides Shine & Body
• Blends Naturally

Natural-Colors coats each hair shaft with natural-looking colors which blend naturally and fade gradually over time. Natural-Colors smooths and seals the hair’s cuticle for greater shine and body. Since Natural-Colors coats the hair shaft, it is to be applied after any Natural-Laxer hair spa treatments. Natural-Colors Henna for Gray Coverage has been specially formulated for covering gray hair.

Black Opal Blemish Defense Wash has been discontinued and is no longer available. If you have been using that product, please try Black Opal Skin Perfecting Blemish Wash.

We have updated the Treasured Locks H2G Hair Shine Enhancer, a balanced blend of Omega 3, 6 and 9 Essential Fatty Acids. The new formula is available right away and contains a better blend of ingredients necessary for radiant hair and skin. This supplement is a great addition to the H2G Hair Growth Supplement or taken on its own for shinier hair, healthier skin and a host of other health benefits including cardiovascular benefits.

Black Opal Maximum Strength Fade System is a 3 step system to fade dark spots and eeven out skin tone in as little as 14 days. Cleanse, moisturize and treat skin while protecting it from harmful UV rays. Reveals a glowing and even-toned complexion.

The kit consists of:

1. step 1- pre-fade complexion bar
   Use morning and night to cleanse way oil and makeup and to exfoliate dead skin cells. Prepares the skin for the fade process, allowing penetration of the active ingredients.- 6 fluid ounces
2. step 2- daily fade creme with hydroquinone and SPF15
   Maximum strength hydroquinone works all day to help fade dark spots and discoloration while it evens out skin tone. Moisturizers soften and hydrate and SPF15 protects from harmful UV rays- 2 fluid ounces.
3. step 3- advanced dual complex fade gel with hydroquinone
   Designed to complete a 24 hour fading cycle, maximum strength fade gel should be applied at night to continuously diminish the appearance of dark spots.- 0.9 fluid ounces

Black Opal Maximum Strength Acne System is a three step solution to clear up existing acne and to prevent future outbreaks. The daily regimen is maximum strength for maximum effectiveness.

By purchasing the products in a kit, you are assured of receiving products that work together to effectively control acne. The kit consists of:

1. step 1- Skin Perfecting Acne and Blemish Wash
   Effective lightweight foaming cleanser that contains a special blend of Salicylic Acid, Tea Tree Oil and Vitamins to prevent and clear blemishes without over-drying or stripping the skin- 6 fluid ounces
2. step 2- Pore Minimizing Toner
   Removes impurities and oil from acne prone skin without irritation. Purifies skin while minimizing the appearance of pores.- 4 fluid ounces
3. step 3- Anti Acne Lotion
   Apply to affected areas to help combat the bacteria that can cause acne. Helps clear up already visible acne and prevents future outbreaks before they start- 2 fluid ounces

Black Opal has discontinued their Advanced Dual Phase Fade Cream with Sunscreen. A new product will be announced very shortly that will replace this very effective treatment for dark spots on the face.

Black Opal has announced some new shades of three of their popular lipsticks:

True Tone Vitamin Rich Lipstick is now available in:

• Honeysuckle
• Sheer Plum

Patent Lips Liquid Lipstick is now available in:

• Orange Blaze

Dual Lip Liner Lacquer Duo is now available in:

• Wild Violet
• Fudge Brownie
• Cherry Blossom

Soap-free body wash deep clean and smoothes skin surface. Papaya enzymes and vitamins A, C and E leave skin smooth and refreshed.

Black Opal Papaya Daily Body Wash

Formulated with papaya enzymes to gently boost exfoliation (removal of dead skin cells) without irritation. Polishes skin to reveal smooth radiant skin underneath.

Black Opal Papaya Gentle Body Exfoliator

Contains 2% hydroquinone, the most effective fade medicine available without a prescription at the highest concentration available. Great for larger areas like knees, elbows and shoulders. Leaves skin smoother and brighter.

Black Opal Fade Creme Extra Strength