Hey Guys! My name is Whety
and I’ve been a natural my entire life.
I only started
taking proper care of my hair about a year ago when I started reading blogs
and websites on natural hair. My hair type is a mix, so my front is 4b and back
is 4c meaning that it’s prone to a lot of dryness, so moisture is my best
friend.
- I try to keep my hair in protective styles, to prevent it from breaking and to lock in the moisture. So most of the times you will see me with box braids or weaves, I also like to change my hairstyles a lot because I get bored easily. But when I do have my hair out I usually have it in twist outs or blown out, although I try to prevent heat.
- My wash days are quite the mission. Lol. I start with pre-pooing my hair ( oil treatment applied to hair prior to shampooing or conditioning.), and what I use is Tresemme Naturals conditioner and an oil
(eg.Jojoba, Tea tree, Castor) on damp hair, I let it sit for an hour under a
shower cap. After this I then wash my hair with the Tresemme Shampoo and
Condition it, I try to avoid using a comb and usually finger detangle my hair.
When I'm done washing my hair I use a leave in conditioner and an oil to twist
out my hair. I use Capicilin Cachos as a
leave in conditioner which I buy in Mozambique but I’ve also used Dr Miracles
Weightless Moisturizing Cream, you can find it at Clicks, and it worked
miracles on my hair. For the oil I use Extra Virgin Coconut Oil, but also Tea
Tree Oil, Jojoba Oil, Castor Oil. Once my hair is twisted I let it air dry and
rock the twists till I undo it and wear my very kinky curls.
I believe that a natural hair journey
can be challenging but really awesome because you are constantly learning new
things about your hair. Also be patient with your hair and accept it. So many
times I see a girl with 3C hair and wish it was mine, but I’ve learnt how to
love my hair just as it is, kinks and all.
That’s probably one of the only ways you will see progress.
feel free to comment and ask questions :)
thank you & take care of that hair
XOX
thank you & take care of that hair
XOX
wow! pretty hectic hair regime! your natural hair looks so healthy...I have a ton of oils which just sit there looking pretty and colorful. The problem with my hair is that after iv washed it, it shrinks to the point where its less than 10cm long yet its probably down to my neck by now. I don't know how to manage it, nor do I know the texture, a, b, or number...its just sitting on my head i guess (clueless -_-) any ideas on how to manage shrinkage, or maybe right comb or brush to use when blow drying? #natural hair madness
ReplyDeleteThe first way to battle shrinkage is to accept it. I know its really hard but you have to accpet your hair for what it is. Another way to battle shrinkage is by twisting your hair, using a leave in and a oil, right after you wash it, this usually stretches it out especially when you undo the twists. Always use a wide tooth comb, and try to blow out your hair using minimum heat. But that's the thing about being a natural, accepting and loving your hair for what it is.
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