Whilst hydration is key for the maintenance for many bodily matters, it’s especially crucial in the nurturing of textured hair. This is due to its tendency to swiftly dry out – and if this is allowed to remain, the hair becomes dry, brittle and tangled. As such, it’s necessary to take a multitude of precautions to ensure that this doesn’t occur. Should these tips be followed, you’ll surely see a drastic improvement in the health of your hair.
Firstly, the usage of water-based products can remedy this issue, as it enriches the hair with plenty of hydration. To add onto this, ensure you use a sulphate-free shampoo, as it is particularly helpful for dry and damaged hair.
A pre-poo is an excellent way to prevent future dryness (make sure to check out our other post, How do I Pre-Poo?) – it allows the hair to soak up all the beneficial moisture. Furthermore, wash day is best between 7-14 days, as washing your hair too often can lead to even more dryness.
Before bed, use a bonnet or silk pillowcase to keep the hair well coated – it also serves to prevent friction from the hair against the pillow, which invites dry hair.
For more tips and recipes on how to hydrate your hair and quash dryness, keep an eye out for Colonised Hair, Decolonised Mind by Narisse Monkam, the book which will vastly improve your hair care journey with plenty of practical knowledge.
