Frequently asked questions
What is & Relief Botanicals?

& Relief Botanicals is a handcrafted, plant-based hair and scalp care brand created by Master Loctician of 24+ years, LaCretia Barnes, the founder of NappturallyU. Our formulas are water-based, oil-free, and powered by in-house botanical extracts designed to nourish your scalp, support follicle health, and bring true relief where it matters most.
Who are your products for?

Our products are made for women, kids and men with:
Locs
Loose natural hair
Protective styles
Oily or dry scalp
Flakes, dandruff, or seasonal scalp irritation
Anyone seeking hydration without heavy oils, butters, or buildup
Are your products truly oil-free?

Our Signature Scalp Herbal Elixir & Cleansing Tonic is 100% oil-free and water-based, handcrafted using potent herbal extracts we make in-house.

Our formulas do contain essential oils for their therapeutic benefits, but essential oils are not the same as carrier oils—they are concentrated plant essences used for scalp support, scent, and stimulation, not for greasing or sealing the hair. We use them intentionally, without creating heaviness or buildup.

We also offer a Hair Growth Oil, formulated specifically as a clean carrier vessel to distribute the botanical constituents from our in-house extracts directly to follicles with purpose.
Do I need to seal your scalp elixir with an oil?

No, sealing is not required. Our products are designed to hydrate and restore the scalp without needing to be topped with oils. Sealing with an oil is a personal choice, not a necessity for effectiveness.
What makes your scalp elixir different from other brands?

Made from botanicals extracted in-house

No-rinse formulas for convenience

Water-based and oil-free hydration

Crafted by an expert who services 100% loc clients

Formulated with precise ratios and a scalp-health-first mindset

No heavy fillers — just results
Are your products safe for sensitive or dandruff-prone scalps?

Absolutely. Our water-based, non-occlusive (not forming a heavy, sealing barrier on the skin from oils and butters) approach helps hydrate the scalp without worsening flakes or choking out the skin. We aim for gentle, soothing formulas that prioritize scalp balance.
How often should I apply the scalp elixir or hair oil?

* Scalp Elixir: 2–3 times per week or as needed for flakes or dryness

* Hair Growth Oil: 2 times per A DAY, lightly massaged into targeted areas for follicle support CONSISTENCY IS KEY

Scalp Tonic:
Many customers enjoy using the tonic between workouts, during seasonal scalp flare-ups, after sweating, or anytime irritation or buildup relief is needed. You decide the moment—you’ll feel when your scalp wants support.
Do your products help with hair growth?

Our formulas support growth by:

Delivering medicinal, plant-based benefits through the active constituents naturally present inside the herbs we extract in-house, helping to support and strengthen the scalp and follicles at the root of the concern.

Nourishing follicle pathways
Reducing scalp inflammation
Improving circulation
Providing hydration that encourages a healthy growth environment
CONSISTENCY and ROUTINE is EVERYTHING!