Here’s how I save time, money, and stress on wash day.
Your curls will thank you.
Hey, curl friends!
My name is Liz, and I’ve been natural my whole life.
I’m not a professional, but I love learning,reviewing products, andsharing tipson natural hair care.
And today, we’re tackling a big one: wash day .
So, feel free to take inspiration from these tips and learn what works for you!
BAD HABIT: Skipping wash days.
BAD HABIT: Avoiding shampoo.
), but I noticed my hair didn’t feel as lightweight and clarified with this wash routine.
I’m not saying co-washing is entirely “bad”; many naturalsstillswear by it!
TRY THIS INSTEAD: Shampoo regularly.
BAD HABIT: Only cleansing your scalp.
Of course, taking care of your scalp and keeping it clean forhealthy hair growthis crucial.
But the rest of your hair needs a cleanse, too!
TRY THIS INSTEAD: Shampoo the lengths of your hair, too.
BAD HABIT: Over-detangling your hair.
And, of course, every time, I shed hair.
TRY THIS INSTEAD: ~Selectively~ detangle during wash day.
(And some naturals have ditched detangling tools altogether and only finger detangle to reduce even more breakage!)
BAD HABIT: Not deep conditioning.
TRY THIS INSTEAD: Regularly incorporate a deep conditioner in your routine.
BAD HABIT: Deep conditioning for too long.
Most of the deep conditioning treatments I’ve seen recommend leaving the product on for around 20 minutes.
), thinking it would help my hair absorb it even more and give extra hydration.
The result was mushy, limp curls that didn’t feel or look right.
A little something calledprotein-moisture balance.
BAD HABIT: Drying your hair with a regular towel.
Most towels are too rough and can snag your hair, snapping your strands without you noticing.
TRY THIS INSTEAD: Use a softer material, like a microfiber towel or an old t-shirt.
That way, you’ll be able to dry your hair while avoiding unnecessary breakage.
Heat damage is real; excessive heatbreaks the bonds in your hair, which cannot be reformed.
TRY THIS INSTEAD: Use indirect heat on wash day when needed.
BAD HABIT: Going to bed with wet hair.
When I air-dried my hair, it wouldneverbe dry by the time I was ready for bed.
When wet, yourhair is in its weakest state, making it more prone to breakage.
Plus, wet hair means you’remore susceptible to scalp fungus.
No, thank you.
TRY THIS INSTEAD: confirm your hair is ~fully~ dry before heading to bed.
Other than using a hooded dryer, you might use a hair dryer with adiffuser attachment.
And finally…
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BAD HABIT: Trying too many new products at a time.
If you’re online for even a second, you’re likely bombarded with ads and product recommendations.
And if you’re like me, you may love trying the latest products for your hair.
But, incorporating too many of them into your routine can waste a lot of time and money.
TRY THIS INSTEAD: Find products that work for you and stick with them.
When you invest in quality hair care, even when something new comes out, you don’thaveto try it.
Consistency is key, and simplicity can be effective.
If it’s working for you already, keep at it, and you’ll see results!
There we have it!
