Kemetri Afro Pre-Poo is a deep-penetrating, botanical pre-shampoo conditioning treatment created to protect the hair from moisture loss during washing, reduce breakage, and prepare Afro-textured hair for gentle yet effective cleansing. This rich treatment is powered by coconut oil infused with neem and amla, delivering ancient scalp medicine and modern hair science in one ritual.
Used before shampooing, this pre-poo forms a protective lipid barrier around the hair shaft, preserving strength, softness, and elasticity throughout the wash process.
What Is a Pre-Poo?
A pre-poo (pre-shampoo) is a conditioning treatment applied before washing to:
Protect hair from water damage and stripping
Reduce tangling and breakage
Improve moisture retention
Strengthen the strand before cleansing
This step is especially critical for Afro-textured, high-porosity, dry, or chemically treated hair.
Ingredient Benefits
Coconut Oil
Penetrates the hair shaft to reduce protein loss
Protects strands during washing
Softens coarse hair and improves elasticity
Adds lasting slip for detangling
Neem
Powerful antibacterial and antifungal properties
Supports a healthy scalp environment
Helps with dandruff, itching, and inflammation
Strengthens the hair at the root
Amla
Rich in natural Vitamin C
Strengthens hair and reduces premature shedding
Enhances natural shine and thickness
Supports long-term follicle health
What This Pre-Poo Does
Protects hair from shampoo stripping
Strengthens the hair before cleansing
Softens and detangles knots and matting
Supports scalp clarity and balance
Helps reduce breakage during wash day
Improves moisture retention after washing
Prepares curls, coils, and locs for optimal cleansing
Directions for Use
Standard Pre-Poo Method
Apply to dry hair before shampooing.
Section hair for even distribution.
Massage into scalp and smooth through strands from root to ends.
Cover with a plastic cap.
Leave on for 20–45 minutes.
Rinse or proceed directly to shampoo as usual.
Steam Pre-Poo Method (Deep Conditioning Burst)
Apply generously to dry, sectioned hair.
Sit under warm steam or a heated cap for 15–25 minutes.
Rinse lightly if desired, then shampoo.
Follow with your normal conditioning routine.
Who It’s For
Natural hair
Relaxed or transitioning hair
Protective styles
Locs (excellent for scalp prep)
Dry, brittle, or shedding hair
Sensitive or irritated scalps
Safe for all ages.
Size
8 oz / 227 g
Important Natural Product Notice
Because this pomade is 100% natural with no stabilizers, natural settling may occur.
Always stir well with a clean, non-toxic spoon or spatula before use to re-blend the botanical oils and butters.
This is a sign of pure, living ingredients—not a defect.
Caution
For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. Store in a cool, dry place.
Cleansing should never begin with damage. Kemetri Afro Pre-Poo prepares your afro with protection, strength, and ancestral plant medicine before every wash.