8 ways to take care of natural hair every day

With so many natural hair products on the market, it’s hard to figure out which ones will work best with your hair type. Natural hair can be unruly at times, especially if you don’t know how to take care of it properly! One of the most important things that you can do to make sure that your natural hair stays healthy is to learn how to use the right products on it. If you want beautiful hair that requires minimal effort, then you need these 8 tips on how to take care of natural hair every day!

1) Coconut oil

Coconut oil is a great multi-purpose product because it can be used on the skin, in the hair, and on the body. Coconut oil has antimicrobial properties that help protect against bacterial, fungal, and viral infections. It also helps promote healthy skin by increasing moisture levels and regenerating cells. In addition to all these benefits, coconut oil has been shown to provide relief for both dandruff and scalp psoriasis when used as a leave-in treatment.

2) Braid or Twist it Out

Natural hair can be a pain to deal with on a daily basis. It's always in knots and tangles and it's always frizzy. But before you give up on having healthy, happy locks, check out these simple tips for how you can better maintain your mane: 

1) Opt for braids or twists instead of styling your tresses naturally. Braiding or twisting your hair will keep the knots at bay, reduce the amount of time you spend combing through knots in the morning, and help avoid splitting ends. Plus, when you get ready to undo the braid or twist, it will only take minutes instead of hours! 

2) Wash less often.

3) A Wide-Toothed Comb

Wide-toothed combs are the best for detangling but don't use them on wet hair. To dry your hair, gently pat with a towel, and do not rub. Towel dry your face and neck before combing or brushing your locks. Your focus should be on the scalp while using a wide tooth comb as you gently brush against the growth pattern of your tresses. Wide-toothed combs can also be used to tame flyaways or frizzy ends without breakage.

4) Stay Hydrated

Drinking water is the most important thing you can do for your body. It will help flush out toxins and keep your skin glowing, and it will also help keep your energy levels up. Drink at least half your body weight in ounces per day if possible. If you're going to be exercising or outside in the heat, drink a little more.

5) Moisturize with Hair Butter/Cream

Moisturizing your hair with butter or cream is one way that you can keep your curls looking moisturized and healthy. As I mentioned before, moisture is key for curly hair, so keeping your curls hydrated and moisturized will help you maintain them. 

You can also try using a leave-in conditioner or curl cream on your wet hair after you shower. This will help seal in moisture and keep it from evaporating. 

Another option would be to use a curl-defining spray on damp hair before bedtime. This will give you soft, defined curls the next morning without needing any other products. 

There are so many options available for those who want to find the right product for their unique type of curly hair!

6) Wear your Hair in a Protective Style

Wearing your hair in a protective style is a great way to give your tresses some time off from being brushed and styled. The best part about rocking a protective style is that you can put it on in the morning and not worry about taking it out until bedtime. Whether you have short, medium, or long natural hair, there are tons of styles for all lengths and textures. For those who don't know what a protective style is, it's simply any styling where you add protection against manipulation like braiding, twisting, or putting your hair up in an updo.

7) Take Cold Showers

I'm not gonna lie, cold showers are uncomfortable. You have to mentally prepare for the shock of getting into a freezing cold shower, but there are many benefits. Cold water will shrink your pores and tighten your skin by constricting the blood vessels near the surface of your skin. In addition, cold water will boost circulation in your body and bring down a fever.

8) Drink Plenty of Water (Dehydration causes Breakage!)

Drink plenty of water! Dehydration can cause breakage, so make sure you drink at least eight glasses a day. The amount will depend on your activity level and the temperature. If it's hot out, you might need more water, or if you are doing a lot of exercises. Try adding lemon for extra vitamin C and other important nutrients.