Proper African-American hair care will result in longer, healthier hair.
African-American hair is similar to other types of hair, but it does have differences. Its physical structure is unique and it is coarser than hair of other ethnicities. Because of this, African-American hair is more prone to damage and requires special care to grow it. African-Americans shouldn't feel that they cannot have long hair, or that they will always need to wear a wig or extensions to achieve this effect. All it takes is a commitment to learn grow long, healthy hair.
Instructions
1. Don't wash your hair every day. Because of the drier texture of African-American hair, it needs to retain its oils. Shampoo your hair once every three to seven days.
2. Use shampoo and conditioner separately rather than a 2-in-1 product. A 2-in-1 product does not interact well with dry hair. Retaining moisture is a key ingredient in promoting healthy hair.
3. Don't braid your hair too tightly or wear glued-in hair extensions. Both of these hairstyles stunt your hair's growth. Don't bleach or dye relaxed hair. The chemicals will not intermingle well with your hair.
4. Massage your scalp regularly. Massaging produces more oil, which reduces the dryness of your hair. Dry hair is more likely to break than oiled, hydrated hair.
5. Limit the use of hot appliances for the hair. This includes hot combs, blow-dryers, flat irons and curling irons. Heat can damage hair and lead to inhibited growth.
6. Use a leave-in conditioner rather than conditioner that you have to rinse out after a few minutes. A leave-in conditioner leaves your hair softer and easier to comb. It also protects your hair from breakage.
7. Untangle your hair using your fingers first rather than a comb. When you use a comb, make sure it has wide teeth. Don't use a brush for untangling at all. Use a brush with soft bristles to avoid pulling out your hair during normal brushing.
8. Use silk pillowcases rather than cotton pillowcases. Hair can get caught on a cotton pillowcase and break off. A silk pillowcase allows the hair to slide and prevents it from getting caught. Use a silk scarf or sleeping cap if you don't have a silk pillowcase.
9. Avoid hair products that contain alcohol, as these can dry out your hair. Get a hot oil treatment once a month to replenish the oil in your hair and on your scalp.
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