Cleaning locs is something to be taken seriously. A number of people fail to wash the hair for many months claiming that doing so eliminates the hair nutrients. This is just a myth. In the real sense, you are just making more dirt accumulate and this causes the hair not to grow optimally. If it gets smelly, not many people will want to associate with you. Use two types of shampoos; clarifying and moisturizing shampoo. Co-washing is also acceptable though many people raise eyebrows on it in loc maintenance.
It is advisable to re-twist the locs when the hair is still damp. This will make the locs stay in shape for a longer period. Dry hair is challenging to do and also it calls for more frequent re-twisting because unlocking happens fast.
The products used on the hair should have been designed specifically for the purpose. Some people opt to use butter, pomade, wax, honey and grease to cut on the loc upkeep costs. What they do not realize is that they will end up spending a lot on products to get the stuff off hair because they do not come out readily. Another demerit of these products is that they are not well absorbed. Water-based products are the best to use for the absorption rate is high and they do not stick on the particular hair.
You may think that tight twisting will hold the loc for long but actually you are causing more harm than good because it damages hair through thinning and breakages. Coiling at the base is a typical sign of overdoing the twisting. Ensure to lessen the tension. Alternating the way in which you twist is not recommended because the end results will not be super. Use palm rolling for better and neater locks. In addition, ensure you identify just one person for the process for good results.
When you are done with re-twisting the hairs, drying at the salon is better than air drying. If you have your own dryer at home then the better. The latter causes them to come off fast and also makes this hair smelly. At times, it may cause mold to grow on the locs. These are not very good experiences. Using a dryer means the drying process will be done in a couple of minutes.
This hair needs moisture. Therefore, cover it with a silken scarf when you go to sleep or use a silk pillowcase. This is a good way to avoid damages and keep the style for longer. Fuzzy hair will occur less likely if this hair is covered. When styling this hair, pulling it tightly is to be avoided. The edges break easily and growth of the locs will be retarded. Styling immediately after twisting maintains the certain hair in a good shape for longer.
Drinking plenty of water and having nutritious meals is something many thing people take for granted but it is actually crucial for growth of healthy locs. Additionally, there are people who keep on playing with their hair. This means twisting the particular hair overly and causing thinning in the process.
Dirt and lint are the two notorious things that have a tendency to buildup on the locs. For those who spend a lot time in dusty environments, covering the hairs is a must.
It is advisable to re-twist the locs when the hair is still damp. This will make the locs stay in shape for a longer period. Dry hair is challenging to do and also it calls for more frequent re-twisting because unlocking happens fast.
The products used on the hair should have been designed specifically for the purpose. Some people opt to use butter, pomade, wax, honey and grease to cut on the loc upkeep costs. What they do not realize is that they will end up spending a lot on products to get the stuff off hair because they do not come out readily. Another demerit of these products is that they are not well absorbed. Water-based products are the best to use for the absorption rate is high and they do not stick on the particular hair.
You may think that tight twisting will hold the loc for long but actually you are causing more harm than good because it damages hair through thinning and breakages. Coiling at the base is a typical sign of overdoing the twisting. Ensure to lessen the tension. Alternating the way in which you twist is not recommended because the end results will not be super. Use palm rolling for better and neater locks. In addition, ensure you identify just one person for the process for good results.
When you are done with re-twisting the hairs, drying at the salon is better than air drying. If you have your own dryer at home then the better. The latter causes them to come off fast and also makes this hair smelly. At times, it may cause mold to grow on the locs. These are not very good experiences. Using a dryer means the drying process will be done in a couple of minutes.
This hair needs moisture. Therefore, cover it with a silken scarf when you go to sleep or use a silk pillowcase. This is a good way to avoid damages and keep the style for longer. Fuzzy hair will occur less likely if this hair is covered. When styling this hair, pulling it tightly is to be avoided. The edges break easily and growth of the locs will be retarded. Styling immediately after twisting maintains the certain hair in a good shape for longer.
Drinking plenty of water and having nutritious meals is something many thing people take for granted but it is actually crucial for growth of healthy locs. Additionally, there are people who keep on playing with their hair. This means twisting the particular hair overly and causing thinning in the process.
Dirt and lint are the two notorious things that have a tendency to buildup on the locs. For those who spend a lot time in dusty environments, covering the hairs is a must.
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