So, you have decided to wear your hair naturally. Good for you, girl! Believe me, there are so many benefits of wearing your hair naturally that the pros outweigh the cons by a million. Love yourself, love your hair and just go natural already.
The number one problem women face when going natural is having healthy natural hair which sounds stupid because your hair is healthy when you take care of it.
Here are some tips to keep your natural hair healthy:
1. Get a trim regularly but not too often. When you stretch the time between getting a trim, that’s when unwanted problems start happening with your edges and ends. Trimming your hair helps in two ways: it stops split ends from traveling up the hair shaft and it gets rid of damaged hair. How often you need to trim your hair depends on how healthy your hair is to start with, but aim for every six to eight weeks.
2. Use a wide-tooth comb or fingers to detangle wet hair, not a brush. A brush can cause damage by pulling your delicate tresses too roughly.
3. Wash your hair with a good sulfate-free cleanser. Look for products that don’t have harsh chemicals and are paraben-free, silicone-free, alcohol-free, etc. This will prevent build-up on the scalp which is detrimental to your hair’s health because it can lead to dryness and even hair loss.
4. Use a leave-in conditioner after every wash to minimize breakage and keep your ends healthy.
5. When you go to bed, put your hair in a loose braid or bun. This will prevent tangles, knots, and even breakage. Plus, it will keep your hair in place while you sleep.
6. If you use heat when styling, do it in small sections and on a cool setting. Using heat too often can lead to hair loss and thinning.
To conclude, taking care of your natural hair is not as hard as it seems. Just be consistent with using the right products and following these simple tips, and you will be on your way to healthy, happy tresses!
