CURLY, COILY CUTIE HAIR CARE

If you have curly hair, you know how important it is to keep it hydrated and nourished. Curly hair tends to lose its natural oils more easily than straight hair, which can make it dry, frizzy and prone to breakage. That's why you need a pre-shampoo treatment that can restore the moisture and elasticity of your curls before you wash them.

Step 1

A pre-shampoo treatment is a product that you apply to your hair before shampooing. It can be a oil, a cream, a mask or a spray. The purpose of a pre-shampoo treatment is to protect your hair from the harshness of the shampoo, which can strip away the natural oils and moisture from your hair. A pre-shampoo treatment also helps to detangle your curls, reduce frizz and add shine.

You can use a pre-shampoo treatment in different ways, depending on your hair needs and preferences. One way is to apply it overnight as a mask, covering your hair with a cap to help the product penetrate deeper into your hair shaft. Another way is to apply it before shampooing, leaving it on for 15 to 30 minutes. You can also use it as a leave-in conditioner, spraying it on your damp hair after washing and styling as usual.

Step 2:

How to cleanse your hair and scalp properly

If you want to have healthy and beautiful hair, you need to take care of your scalp as well. The scalp is where the hair follicles are located, and it can get clogged with dirt, oil, and product buildup over time. This can affect the growth and appearance of your hair, and even cause problems like itching, dandruff, or inflammation. That's why it's important to deep-clean your hair and scalp every few weeks, using a shampoo that suits your hair type and needs.

Shampoo is the second step in your hair care routine, after applying oil or mask treatments, or detangling your hair. The main purpose of shampooing is to remove any excess oil, dirt, and residue from your hair and scalp, and to prepare them for conditioning. To shampoo your hair properly, you should follow these tips:

- Wet your hair thoroughly with lukewarm water. Avoid using hot water, as it can dry out your hair and scalp.

- Apply a small amount of shampoo to your palm, and rub it between your hands to create some lather. You don't need to use too much shampoo, as it can strip away the natural oils from your hair and scalp.

- Massage the shampoo gently into your scalp, using your fingertips. Don't use your nails, as they can scratch or damage your scalp. Focus on the roots of your hair, where most of the oil and dirt are accumulated.

- Rinse your hair well with lukewarm water, making sure to remove all the shampoo from your hair and scalp. You can use a gentle stream of water, or a shower head with a low pressure setting, to avoid tangling or breaking your hair.

- Repeat the shampooing process if needed. If you have very oily or dirty hair, or if you use a lot of styling products, you may need to shampoo twice to get rid of all the buildup. However, if you have dry or damaged hair, you may want to shampoo only once, or use a mild or moisturizing shampoo.

- Squeeze out the excess water from your hair, and wrap it in a towel or a cotton t-shirt. Don't rub or twist your hair, as it can cause frizz or split ends.

Step 3: Restore Your Hair's Health

After washing your hair, you need to replenish the lipids that were lost during the cleansing process. Lipids are natural oils that protect your hair from damage and dryness.

Washing your hair also makes it more negatively charged, which can cause frizz and flyaways. To prevent this, you need to use a conditioner that has positive charges that can bind to your hair and smooth the cuticles.

Conditioners also provide nourishment and hydration to your hair, making it softer, shinier and more manageable. You can enhance the effects of your conditioner by using a hair steamer or a hair cap, which help the conditioner penetrate deeper into your hair shafts.