Nappy Hair Care
Stylizing nappy hair on a daily basis can be a task for many but it can be easy if you take care of them regularly. Nappy hair is nothing but Afro textured hair which is completely natural and not altered. Many people with African hair prefer to change the natural hair texture by using flat irons, hot combs, and different chemicals to get permed hair, curled hair, or straightened hair, etc. But, many times, treating hair with harsh chemicals can actually ruin the basic hair texture and can make African hair even more dry than they actually are. Altered hair may look beautiful but are certainly not natural and healthy and hence many people with Afro hair allow their hair to be in the natural state. But, such natural hair are slightly challenging to manage and stylize. But, with the help of a few general hair care products, it is very easy to maintain nappy hair. This article provides you with some basic tips that will help you take care of your nappy hair.
Care for Nappy Hair
Given below are some of the important primary tips that would help you flaunt your natural hair, which you must be proud of, with style and confidence.
- Once you have decided to keep your hair natural, then avoid using excessive hair care products for your nappy hair. But, buy the essential products, such as, a moisturizing shampoo, a good hair oil, hair serum, and hair conditioner, etc.
- Remember that nappy hair is naturally dry so avoid washing your hair frequently with strong shampoos. Today many hair experts suggests that hair needs to washed at least twice or trice a week but that advice is not meant for nappy hair. Frequent washing will make nappy hair even more dry so wash your hair only once a week.
- You can go for deep conditioning when you wash your hair. You may also go for leave in conditioners that you need to apply after washing your hair and leave it in the hair till the next wash. As far as usual conditioning is concerned you may use herbal or natural conditioners, such as aloe vera gel and lemon extract, etc.
- Oiling your hair regularly is also essential if you wish to soften nappy hair naturally. Make sure to oil your hair before washing them. Massage your hair and scalp with warm hair oil on the previous night and keep the oil in hair overnight. Then wash your hair the next day with a mild moisturizing shampoo.
- You can try various nappy hair styles on a daily basis to keep your hair well managed. Braid hairstyles will help you keep your hair moisturized that open hair. Apart from that open hair are vulnerable to tangles and may collect dirt easily. Hence, it is advisable that you keep your hair braided or plaited on a daily basis. You may go for cornrows and dreadlocks etc. But, if you wish to keep hair loose then make sure to moisturize them frequently. Instead of having long hair you may choose to go for short hair which are very easy to manage compared to long nappy hair.
- One of the important nappy haircare tips is that never go to bed with your hair open. Always tie your hair and then hit the bed to avoid tangles when you wake up the next morning. You must comb your hair with a wide tooth comb and apply a little amount of oil and then plait your hair before going to sleep. It will not only avoid the tangles from occurring but will also promote better nappy hair growth.
- The last but most important hair tip is that follow a good diet and exercise regimen regularly. It will keep both your hair and body healthy. Consume lots of fruits and vegetables that will provide you with essential nutrients. Also consume protein rich diet that keeps hair healthy.
