One of the biggest advantage of rocking an natural hair is that you don’t have to wash it so often like other hair types. However, the shrinkage for kinky hair is real. While, this is no news to anyone with afro-textured or kinky hair, caring for your natural hair is a different ball game. Especially after a long night of tossing, turning and smashing your curls in your sleep.
Here are tips on how to keep your curls revived every morning:
Bonnets/Silk Scarf
Every result requires work. Ensure that you hair is wrapped up in a silk scarf or bonnet. Wearing a bonnet helps prevent friction while you sleep at night, therefore reducing the amount of frizz you wake up with. Having your hair protected alleviates stress and helps to prevent split ends. Alternatively, you could opt for 3-4 loose buns with a silk pillowcase.
Moisturize and seal
Your afro dries out easily overnight. Your hair’s natural oils can absorb into your pillowcase and sheets, and the moisture in your hair can dry out over time. Prevent this by moisturizing your hair before bed, either with a spritz of water or a leave-in conditioner. Seal in the moisture with an oil.
Two-strand twists
If you prefer a wavier afro, opt for a quick twist. Two-strand twists can be done on wet or dry hair in your evening hair routine. You don’t have to be a braiding wiz to do them, and the best part is the takedown in the morning unleashes a mesmerizing curly afro.
Blow dryer
Yes, of course we all know the ‘no heat’ rule. However, should you prefer ‘fuller’ or ‘fluffier’ afro, the blow dryer is your best friend. Take your regular hair brush and comb through your ends while lightly blowing your hair. Remember to add oil or a heat protective product to avoid hair damage.
Among many others, these tips are good to keep your afro growing and glowing. Should you have any other hair routines, apply this as a styling method as well.
Also see: Winter care for natural hair
