Best Tips For Hair Shine For Black Girls

By Nancy Gardner


To care for black hair, it is important to realize that it is normally of a different texture and grain then other ethnic groups. For this reason, you need to approach it differently if you want to find the best way for hair shine for black girls.

To begin with, you need to be careful how you clean it. You do not need to shampoo every day; once a week is just fine. Using a deep conditioning is important to keep it moisturized. You should condition it at least every three days to seal in moisture. Use whatever natural oils you choose. Do a deep conditioning regime every week, or at least twice a month.

Comb it carefully and do not be rough. It is a good idea to use a wide tooth comb instead of thin combs or bristle brushes that can cause snapping and breaking. You do not even need to comb it every day, just use your fingers to detangle it. When you do detangle it, make sure it is slightly damp to avoid breaking. Stay as low maintenance as possible.

When you wash it, deep condition it to add moisture from the roots to the tips. Be aware that many conditioners do not remove dirt well, so it is a good idea to use a sulfate-free shampoo. When you wash, focus on the scalp by rubbing it gently with your fingers. Do not scratch the scalp with your nails. Use natural oil once a day for moisture, or twice a week if you use perms or relaxers. Use only a small amount of leave-in moisturizer to seal the strands and keep then from breaking or splitting.

If you are afraid that you will not get proper growth, do not worry. The main reason why strands appear not to grow is due to the fact that they break off at the ends. This is usually caused by over-manipulation or excessive damage from brushing or handling. If you take care of it and keep it moisturized and clean, it will grow just fine.

Do not be rough with it. It may tangle easily, and you may feel tempted to pull and yank on it to get the tangles out. Avoid doing this. It tends to only cause more damage. Instead, clear it out gently with a wide tooth comb. Use a wooden brush with soft natural bristles instead of a plastic one with plastic bristles, as this tends to cause less breakage.

If you are using heat styling tools, remember to use heat protection, such as grape seed oil, which is light and can endure high temperatures without burning your strands. This will help to control any heat damage if you accidentally use the heat styling tool for too long.

Remember to trim your split ends regularly. You can also use coconut or almond oil a few times a month to prevent your scalp from getting dry.




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