For some of us natural heads winter has fallen upon us. There is so many information out there for taking care of our natural curls, but, at the end of the day you have to do what is right for you and your hair. These are a few quick tips of ways that have helped me take care of my hair during the winter months.
Moisturize
We read this and hear this all of the time from most naturals. However, moisturizing ones curls during the winter months are essential. Keeping our curls moisturized helps our hair from drying out from the cold weather. It also helps our scalp to replenish the oils that it loses during this time of the year.
In the winter our scalp makes less oil, which in turn leaves our hair drier. Some ways to add moisture to your hair is by deep conditioning regularly (I do not recommend using a protein deep conditioner every week this is because too much protein to the hair can cause breakage. Protein treatment should be used no more than twice a month and less if not at all if you Henna).
Also, hot oil treatments are great for your hair and scalp. Do not feel that you have to use the pre-made oil treatments from your local beauty supply store. Feel free to explore new oils and use what you know your hair likes. My hair loves olive oil and castor oil. So once a month I do a hot oil treatment using those oils.
Massage Your Scalp
Massaging the scalp is great way to stimulate the natural oil our scalp produces and it also feels good! I like to massage my scalp before I wash my hair and after I wash (or co-wash) my hair right after I apply my oils to my scalp. I also do this throughout the week while I spray my homemade spritzer onto my hair.
During those cold winter nights have your significant have a part and allow them to rub their hands in your hair and massage your scalp. Not only will it benefit your scalp and hair it can also start up something else ;0)
Seal Your Ends
This is very easy to do and you can use your favorite sealer. I like using Shea butter.
Use Creamy Shampoos and Conditioners
Using creamier based products like shampoos and conditions allow the hair to soak up more moisture. This season I changed co-washing my hair from Suave Professionals to Aussie Moist. I love this stuff!! It’s really creamy and I can feel a difference when I co-wash my hair during the winter.
That is it for me. Some say they like to do protective styles and others like to line their hats and hoods with silk and other people do different things, but as for me these are some of the most essential things to consider when caring for your hair in the winter.
What are some of your winter hair care secrets?
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