Thick hair needs a little extra care to stay in top shape.Whether you have straight, curly, or natural hair, there are some things you can do to make it look better.Enjoy the process and see it as an opportunity for self-care.If you make time in your schedule for hair care, your locks will thank you.
Step 1: If you have thick or curly hair, wash it every 3 to 4 days.
If you wash your hair every day, it will get stripped of its natural oils, which will cause it to get overly-dry.Spreading out your washes will help keep your hair healthy.There are a lot of different hair types.If you have thick hair, you won't be able to see much of your body when your hair is cut.When your hair is in its natural state, you most likely have thick hair.
Step 2: If you have natural black hair, wait 7 to 10 days between washes.
African hair can encompass many different types of natural hair.It means hair that has not been altered by chemical processing or extreme heat styling.You should not wash your natural hair too often.If you are looking at styling and product guides, you might be a 3 or 4 on the hair-type scale.You know your hair.It's possible that your hair needs to be washed twice a week, or that you can go 2 to 3 weeks between washes.
Step 3: If you have natural hair, use an oil treatment.
To separate your hair, use your fingers.Put a small amount of oil on each section of hair.Set a timer for one hour and put a plastic cap on your hair.Before you get into the shower, use your fingers to untangle your hair, instead of using a brush or comb.If you have enough time, you could leave the oil treatment for 2 to 3 hours.
Step 4: Put your hair in a bowl of water before applying a cleanser.
Allow water to run through your locks for 3 to 5 minutes when you first get into the shower.It will take longer for your hair to get wet because it is thicker.The warm water will loosen grease.Hot water could damage your hair, so don't use it.You don't need to worry about running your fingers through your hair at this stage.The water should be allowed to do its job.
Step 5: If you have natural hair, use a natural cleanser.
If you use harsh products, the natural hair texture can become brittle and coarse.These non-foaming products are very gentle on your hair.It will take a while to get used to the lack of suds, but your hair will be healthier in the long run.The ingredients to avoid are: petrolatum, sodium lauryl sulfate, and ammonium laureth sulfate.
Step 6: If you have thick or curly hair, choose a specific cleanser.
It's possible that your hair is dry or that you have a dry skin.If you have curly hair, you may want a product that enhances it.Sulfates will dry out your hair, so look for sulfate-free products when selecting your next product.Look for hair products that contain coconut oil or argan oil.You can use these products to cleanse your hair.There are many great ingredients to look for.
Step 7: You can spend 3 to 5 minutes massaging your hair.
If you have thick hair, you will need to use more than the bottle recommends.You can wash your palms with the water to make a lather.Work your way down to the tips by massaging the shampoo into your roots.While lathering your locks, be as gentle as possible.Don't rip through tangles with your fingers; instead, try to work around them and wash your hair.
Step 8: If you wash less than twice a week, you should wash your hair again.
If you go more than 3 days between washes, there will be more build-up in your hair and you should wash it twice.For another 3 minutes, repeat the shampooing and massaging process.If you get bored in the shower, listen to music.While giving your hair care, you can enjoy some entertainment.
Step 9: You have to wash your hair completely.
Allow water to run through your hair and use your fingers to rinse it off.The conditioning process will take care of knots and tangles if you come across them.All you have to do is get all the suds out of your hair.If you have long hair, it can be helpful to flip it upside-down to get to the underside.
Step 10: You can apply conditioner to your hair.
It's a good idea to use a deep-hydrating conditioner to keep your hair healthy.If your hair is long or thick, you may need an entire palm-full of conditioner.It's best to apply it to the tips of your hair.
Step 11: If you have natural hair, apply heat to it.
Natural hair needs more time to absorb all the goodness from the conditioner.You can cover your hair with a shower cap after you apply the conditioner.Wrap a damp, warm towel around the shower cap and let the conditioner sit for 20 to 30 minutes.If you have a tub, you can take a relaxing soak while you wait for your conditioner to do its work during the 20 to 30 minutes.
Step 12: The conditioner is still in your hair to get rid of tangles.
Use a wide-toothed comb after the appropriate amount of time has elapsed.If you want to be gentle with your hair, start at the ends and move upwards.If you want to get the comb through tangles, don't yank it.If you got out while your hair was being conditioned, you could also do it in the shower.
Step 13: The conditioner should be washed out with cold water.
Let the water run through your hair to get rid of the conditioner.If you scrub or squeeze your hair, it could remove the protective coating that the conditioner provides.To make sure you rinse away any clumps of conditioner, run your fingers through your hair.The water is cold.Depending on how thick your hair is, it could take 3 to 5 minutes to rinse out the conditioner.
Step 14: Don't rub your hair with a towel.
When you are drying your hair, do not use a back-and-forth motion.If you want to pat it in sections, use a soft towel or a cotton T-shirt.Microfiber towels are great for thick, natural, or curly hair.
Step 15: You can apply a leave-in conditioner to your hair.
You should look for products that are specifically made for thick or natural hair.If you want to avoid applying too much product to your roots, focus on the tips of your hair.Natural hair can benefit from products with shea butter.
Step 16: If you want to avoid damaging your hair with heat, let it air dry the rest of the way.
If you can, let your hair dry on its own instead of using a blow dryer.If you have thick hair, it may be best to wash it at night so that it doesn't get dry while you sleep.Try to let your hair air dry at least 75% of the way.This will reduce the amount of time you have to blow-dry it.If you decide to blow-dry, use a low-heat setting.