This treatment is rich in mucilage—a plant-based, gel-like substance found in marshmallow root, flaxseed, fenugreek, and oats. Mucilage creates a high level of slip, which helps hair strands glide past each other, reducing friction and making detangling easier.
When applied with heat, the outer layer of the hair (the cuticle) gently lifts, allowing moisture and nutrients to penetrate more effectively. This softens the hair and increases flexibility, which can reduce breakage during combing or styling.
Ingredients like oat and flaxseed also form a light, conditioning film on the surface of the hair. This helps retain moisture and smooths the cuticle, supporting shine and manageability without heavy buildup. The result is hydrated, softened hair that’s easier to detangle and less prone to stress from manipulation.
Pamela Achuka
Founder
Earth Angel began as a personal journey—after years of relaxing my hair, I went natural in college and realized the products marketed to African American hair were often filled with harmful fillers and preservatives. It left me feeling like my hair was the problem, when really, the industry was. So I started making my own products using real herbs, whole plants, and ingredients my hair actually loves. Over time, my hair flourished, and friends started asking for jars of their own. That’s when Earth Angel was born—a space for sustainable, minimal-waste, handmade hair care with no fillers, no preservatives, and no gimmicks. Just clean, intentional self-care rooted in love and respect for our natural hair.