MissT1806 | How I Prep My Hair For Protective Styling | Natural Hair | MissT1806 @MissT1806 | Uploaded August 2015 | Updated October 2024, 1 week ago.
Hey guys, most naturals would tell you they have tried protective styling at least once. Whether you are simply trying to give your hair a break or you have length retention goals to fully reap the benefits of protective styles you must start with good hair prep. I have highlighted four steps I use but I could not include everything in the video so here are a few more tips:
* You can pre-poo with any oils of your choice but coconut oil, especially when used overnight is awesome. "Coconut oil is able to bind to the natural protein structure of the hair, which helps the hair retain its natural moisture content and reinforces the hair fiber, making it stronger." Read more on coconut oil: curlynikki.com/2012/10/wash-day-preparation-coconut-oil-bun.html
* The apple cider vinegar in the shea moisture shampoo does a cook job of clarifying the scalp. If you strictly co-wash and the though of making your own mud wash/mask scares you, then use an apple-cider vinegar rinse post co-wash to get your scalp and hair as clean as you can.
* Striking the balance between protein and moisture is crucial to healthy hair. Generally, you would follow a protein treatment with a moisturizing deep conditioning treatment. However, the protein pack I'm using in the video does both. This is because it very mild. Depending on the state of your hair (damage or just over processed wear and tear) you could need more or less protein. Be sure to follow package instructions carefully as if not used correctly a protein treatment can actually cause damage to the hair. Check out my other protein focused video and description box: youtu.be/GLYIzYz_Gsg
Hair playlist: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=...
Food playlist: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=...
DIY playlist: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=...
Music: YouTube Audio Library
Connect with me:
Instagram - @MissT1806 (instagram.com/misst1806)
Email - misstdesign@gmail.com
Hey guys, most naturals would tell you they have tried protective styling at least once. Whether you are simply trying to give your hair a break or you have length retention goals to fully reap the benefits of protective styles you must start with good hair prep. I have highlighted four steps I use but I could not include everything in the video so here are a few more tips:
* You can pre-poo with any oils of your choice but coconut oil, especially when used overnight is awesome. "Coconut oil is able to bind to the natural protein structure of the hair, which helps the hair retain its natural moisture content and reinforces the hair fiber, making it stronger." Read more on coconut oil: curlynikki.com/2012/10/wash-day-preparation-coconut-oil-bun.html
* The apple cider vinegar in the shea moisture shampoo does a cook job of clarifying the scalp. If you strictly co-wash and the though of making your own mud wash/mask scares you, then use an apple-cider vinegar rinse post co-wash to get your scalp and hair as clean as you can.
* Striking the balance between protein and moisture is crucial to healthy hair. Generally, you would follow a protein treatment with a moisturizing deep conditioning treatment. However, the protein pack I'm using in the video does both. This is because it very mild. Depending on the state of your hair (damage or just over processed wear and tear) you could need more or less protein. Be sure to follow package instructions carefully as if not used correctly a protein treatment can actually cause damage to the hair. Check out my other protein focused video and description box: youtu.be/GLYIzYz_Gsg
Hair playlist: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=...
Food playlist: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=...
DIY playlist: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=...
Music: YouTube Audio Library
Connect with me:
Instagram - @MissT1806 (instagram.com/misst1806)
Email - misstdesign@gmail.com
