Considering their coarse and frizzy texture, afro hair can be difficult to manage and care for. When damage from perms, coloring and intense heat occurs, the problem can become serious. Don't worry though, with this guide and a little patience and perseverance your hair will regain its health.
Steps
Step 1. Wash your hair; it's a good step to start from
It is important to use a quality moisturizing shampoo that is suitable for your hair type. Apply conditioner as well and then rinse carefully. Patiently pat your hair dry with a towel. Don't wash your hair too often, every 7-10 days maximum, otherwise you risk dehydrating it. If you have pigtails, wash them preferably every 2 weeks to keep your scalp clean.
Step 2. Massage your scalp and apply a warm oil treatment every 2 weeks
Distribute the oil on the skin and roots. Do this after washing your hair and let the oil penetrate your scalp, without removing it at the end of the treatment.
Step 3. Moisturize your hair and scalp with a good moisturizer suitable for afro hair, it is important that it hydrates and promotes hair growth
Among the best known we can mention jojoba and castor oil.
Step 4. Choose a hairstyle that is natural and easy to perform
Braids and ponytails are a great example.
Step 5. Brush and comb your hair daily
Gently remove knots and don't over-stress your hair.
Step 6. Every 6 weeks shorten the ends of the hair to eliminate damaged parts and promote new growth
Step 7. Use a silk or satin pillowcase or wrap your hair in a hair net
Cotton or wool pillowcases tend to pull the hair and cause it to break.
Step 8. Never grease your scalp, you could clog its pores and cause your hair to fall out or break
Also remember that the tips are the oldest parts of the hair, so they must be treated with extreme care.
Advice
- Healthy hair comes from a healthy body, so feed healthily and drink at least 8 glasses of water daily to keep them hydrated.
- Moisturize your hair.
- Massage your scalp often to stimulate hair growth and speed up the production of natural sebum.
- Opt for a boar bristle brush, it won't break or lengthen your hair.
- Opt for a shampoo, conditioner and hair oil that is free of sulfates, petrolatum and mineral oils as these substances tend to damage them.
Warnings
- Always be patient when treating your hair as it is very fragile.
- Stay away from perms, dyes and heat. Let your hair grow natural.
- Make sure the braids are not too tight, otherwise they could pull the skin on the scalp and cause unwanted bumps to appear.
