CURLY HAIR TRIBE, LISTEN UP!

The struggle is real y’all! If you’ve woken up looking like a bird built a nest on your head, you know what I’m talking about.

I used to really struggle maintaining my natural hair, until I learnt these essential tips.

They are simple and will save you a whole lot of money and stress.

1. Know your hair type

This is so important! Stop copying what works for others and figure out what your hair likes. We all have different types of curls. Getting to know yours will enable you to understand what products works best. This will also help you gain styling tips that won’t rip your hair out. Find out your hair type here.

2. Use the right products

I am a 4a, and Cantu products work perfectly for me. When it’s not hair-wash day, my routine simply involve dampening my hair a bit with water, then I applying a little bit of moisturizer. You can use a leave-in conditioner or hair oil (products with coconut oil or shea butter are great).

FYI you need to avoid products with ingredients that will damage your hair like sulphates, silicones, dry alcohol etc. Check out a more detailed list here.

3. Avoid heat as much as possible

I know straighten hair is easier to manage, plus sometimes you just want to off your length. You can use heat once in a while, but I won’t recommend it on a daily basis. If you want to stretch out your curls, there are amazing tricks to do so completely heat less.

4. Don’t comb your hair while dry

If you don’t want to go bald, then at all cost don’t comb your hair while dry! I learnt this the hard way. Simply moisturize your hair with water/products then finger detangle before going in with a brush or comb (use a wide tooth comb). Start from the bottom and work your way up.

5. Rock protective styles

These will save you so much headache and will protect your hair from damage.