Hi
Beauties!
We've
been having some really hot days here in the Caribbean. Today was one of those
days. It was hot, humid did I mention hot? My braid out was a little dry and I
realized my hair was breaking a bit. The quickest remedy for the breakage I
could think of was to rejuvenate my hair with some good old fashion H2O!
Stop the
presses….what? Water on relaxed hair for many is a no, no. This my dear ladies
is complete mis-education. In fact, water = moisture which in most cases is
what our hair needs to stop the breakage and retain length. The current
misunderstanding is that water dries out your
hair and makes it prone to breakage when in fact water adds moisture to
your hair especially mid-week after a main wash.
Tip 1:
Use a light conditioner to condition wash (cowash) your hair while in the
shower. My favorite cowash conditioner hands down is V05 moisture milks
and Elasta QP Soy Oyl conditioner. Wash
your hair like you would with a shampoo and let it sit on your hair for a few
minutes while you shower. Rinse, towel
dry your hair, follow up with your favorite leave ins and natural oils. Gently
detangle and let your hair air dry. Moisturize and seal. Your hair will thank
you!
Tip 2:
Throughout the week, lightly spritz your
hair with water and glycerin (a humectant which traps moisture), aloe vera
juice, or rose water. These are quick and easy ways to add an extra touch of
moisture to your hair especially during the hot and dry months.
Tip 3:
Protect your ends from the harsh wind and sun by tucking them under wigs or
through buns.
Finally,
it really starts from the inside so hydrate your body by drinking water
regularly throughout the day.
Until
next time….HHJ!
