Natural Hair Tips

NATURAL HAIR TIPS: A TO Z

A:
Aloe is a great addition or substitute for water in a spray bottle

B:
Botanical ingredients make for happy hair

C:
Cleansing and Conditioning should be done weekly or bi-weekly in your hair care regimen

D:
Detangle with patience from ends to roots

E:
Elongation (or stretching) of curls comes from styling technique, not products

F:
Frizzy hair can be tamed with cool rinses after conditioning and drying hair with microfiber towel or a t-shirt

G:
Growth occurs at an average of half an inch to an inch per month, varies person to person

H:
Heat Protectants can help prevent hair from heat damage. However, excessive use of heat can cause curls to loose pattern and cause damage

I:
Incorporate one new product at a time to determine its effectiveness

J:
Journaling can help you keep track of your hair goals and progress

K:
Know your hair key elements Texture, Porosity, and Density

L:
Love your hair for everything it is and everything it is not, embrace the hair that you were born with

M:
Moisture comes from water, not oil

N:
Nighttime routines should always include a satin bonnet or pillowcase to retain moisture and keep hair protected

O:
Overnight conditioning maybe an overkill and cause your hair to be over moisturized, limp, and lifeless

P:
Patience is the key to a happy successful hair journey

Q:
Question potential stylist until you feel comfortable with their expertise and ability to help you with your natural hair journey

R:
Resist the urge to try every single new product you hear about

S:
Stylist— Find a stylist that you trust for regular trims

T:
Trimming is key to retaining length, moisture and over the health of the hair. Hair that’s not trimmed regularly tends to have issues with breakage.

U:
Undo tight ponytails or any restrictive bundling to prevent stress on the hairline

V:
Vitamins aren’t miracle pills, they’re helpful to take when your diet is lacking

W:
Water is your hair best friend inside & out, so be sure to drink an adequate amount to stay hydrated

Y:
Your natural hair isn’t complicated, the things you’ve been doing is making it complicated

Z:
Zinc deficiency can lead to hair loss

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