HELP how do u take care of nappy black hair?

Answer 1

First get a good trim. It is important that African-American (AA) hair be washed at least once a week (unless you sweat or around a lot of dust then wash it more often). Here is what I do that works for me. Affordable but good shampoo and conditioner that has worked is Pantene for colored women and leave the conditioner in for about 5 minutes (or try Aveda Brilliant Shampoo and Conditioner). You also need a good leave in conditioner and I use Aveda Damage Remedy Intensive Restructuring Treatment. This product is to be used once a week. Next, I protect my hair before applying heat in it. Therefore, I apply a dime sized amount of CHI silk infusion (non-greasy and won't weight your hair down) and blow dry my hair straight. Next, I apply another dime size amount of silk infusion in my entire hair before straightening it. If you straighten it, try CHI flat iron and it leaves your hair with a silky salon look- don't get a cheap flat iron- the difference is dramatic to your hair and ceramic is less damaging. The CHI flat iron will do wonders for your hair (try E-bay or if you buy it in a store it comes with a one year warrenty) without buring it. I then section my hair and grab very small strands and spray each section before applying the CHI flat iron with both Motions heat protecting spray (or try Aveda Brilliant Damage Control) and Isoplus oil sheen (just a little). Next, I straighten it and when I use the CHI I kind of turn it like a curling iron for that pretty flip/curl in my hair. It comes out really pretty and silky and most importantly, healthy cause I am protecting my hair BEFORE applying heat- ESPECIALLY since I have a relaxer. I have been using Optimum Relaxer and it is really gentle. Also, grease your scalp to keep it healthy. The brand Optimum grease comes in a small pink jar and is light (or try Aveda Brilliant Anti-Humectant Pomade and Aveda Brilliant Spray on Shine). Say no to permanet dye. Stick with the wash out. It won't damage your hair. Hope this helps. Please get your ends trimmed every 4 to 6 weeks and wrap your hair up EVERY night. Try to apply heat to your hair no more than once or twice a week. If you have to use a curling iron PLEASE spray with the heat protector (Motions or Aveda Brilliant Damage Control). It is the heat that will jack up your hair. I do my hair at home because I enjoy it (besides saving money). Unfortunately, you do have to spend some money on AA hair to keep it healthy. I already learned the hard way what happens to my hair if I don't take care of it. Good luck!

Answer 2

Actually its not nappy its curly or kinky you need to moisturize your hair alot keep it tied up use a wide tooth comb when combing it out and most of all be gentle with your hair. I do have relaxed hair and its fairly long and it keeps growing wash it no more then 1 time per week depending on your hair type. Also don't trim your hair too much and only the ends make sure when trimming you do not trim over an inch of hair cause that'll be way too much! also remember to condtion,condition,condition, thats a must as well as oiling your scalp. Hope this helps!

Answer 3

First off black hair is not actually "nappy" it is curly. What you need to do is keep the hair moisturized. Black hair needs oil in it in order to maintain softness. Also do not wash it everyday, it is impossible to keep the hair soft if you are constantly stripping it of essential oils. Lastly, at night before you go to sleep braid it and be sure to use a silk scarf to lower the risk of split ends. Hope this helps!

Answer 4

Nappy black hair as you stated needs moisture so that it doesn't dry and break off unlike straight white hair. If you want to keep it chemical free, you need to put hair grease in it. Or if you want to make it more managable, put a relaxer in it. If you need more assistance, I suggest going to a African-Amercian beautician! They do wonders!! Note, just because it's nappy doesn't mean it's bad hair!

Answer 5

Start by adding a hair dressing to it and message it in. Do this at least two times a week. Or try adding a relaxer to it or pressing it.

Answer 6

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Answer 7

keep it in braids

Answer 8

shave it off.

Answer 9

BUY A HAT

Answer 10

perm and weave?