Every so often, after a good wash- I let my hair slightly air dry before applying my deep conditioner.
When my hair is product free, unstyled, and shrunken, I can see what condition my hair really is in. I check for a few things:
1. Does it look seriously uneven? In other words, is the area above my ears 2 inches long, and the area at my crown 10 inches long?
Reason: If you notice major length difference, this might be due to styling breakage- tight ponytails, tight weaves/braids, or rough combing.
2. Are my curls clumping together?
Reason: This let’s me know my cuticle along my hair strand is laying flat, and not causing frizzy hair.
3. Is my hair shiny?
Reason: Healthy, flat, cuticles reflect the light and result in super shiny hair. If my strands don’t have the bling factor going on- I know I have to revised something in my regimen.
4. Is my hair curling at the ends?
Reason: If my hair doesn’t curl at the ends, I usually need a protein treatment, or possibly a dusting. Managing my split ends, and single strand knots helps me with length retention and prevents breakage.
While nailing the perfect regimen is a huge milestone in the natural hair journey, as my hair grows and its needs change- its important for me to closely monitor its progress and the best time to do this is post wash, while your hair is in its purest unadulterated form!
-N.
Naturalistas, when was the last time your checked out your ‘Naked Hair?’
What is your regimen?
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Thanks for the tips!I will definitely try this;on my next wash day!
You’re welcome! Let me know how it works for you! Thanks for visiting!
I have looked at my hair in this state. I was very pleased to see my hair curled nicely at the ends and it’s shiny. I love my hair
I am so glad to hear that! Loving your hair is what this journey is all about! Keep up the good work and thanks for visiting!
Hi there,
1st – Let me say THANK YOU! for all your information on natural hair and the care of. Your blog was the first I’ve become apart of, partly because of your beautiful demeanor and smile I see thru the pages. 2nd – I’m def going to try this reg this w/end; I’m 3+ yrs now and didn’t do the big chop nor had my first cut, all mostly nautural -/+ 1-2 ” (think I will, now I have your shared info). Keep up the good work my sista, you’re doing a wonderful job.
YSFAM (Your Sista From Another Mother) Cute uh! lol
Awww!!! You’re so sweet!!! Thank you so much for your kind words. I am so thrilled to hear that my journey (and the mistakes I’ve made!) has been helpful to you. I truly appreciate that you’be taken the time to follow the blog, and share your journey (keep up the good work!)- and look forward to hearing more from you soon! Have a great week!
Great advice. Next wash day Imma check it out!
Let me know how it works out! Thanks for being such a regular reader of the blog!!!
Will do! Tonight is wash night.
And thank YOU for having such great content!!