Things Not to Do When Beginning Natural Hair

Combining the dryness of natural hair with the density of hair makes it difficult to use a comb; they all tell a different tale...

 This is not meant to scare you into getting natural hair; rather, it is meant to provide you some advice on how to maintain and style your natural hair. When making the transition to natural hair, there are a few things to keep in mind. To start the journey of natural hair is no joke because it requires lots of money and attention.

You may become encouraged to start your own natural hair adventure after seeing celebrities and other personalities blushing over their natural hair, yet this should not only be your motivating factor towards starting your own natural hair. It has to come from your mind because this is what will fuel the passion, so that along the way you would not get tired of keeping the natural hair.

Not detangling properly

 Your hair becomes harder to comb through when you switch to natural hair.  Before using a comb to go through your natural hair, use a conditioner to untangle it. Be patient in detangling; work your hands through it carefully after applying conditioner to it. This will facilitate the combing process.

 Long-term use of protective styles

If you wear protective styles for too long, your natural hair may suffer harm.  Although protective styles are effective at preventing hair breakage and maintaining length, prolonged use of protective styles will eventually cause thinning, dryness, and breakage. 

Overheating

It is no secret that having natural hair can be harmed by excessive heat.  You must avoid excessive heat if you want natural hair.  Your natural hair will never be healthy if you attempt to blow dry it.

 Making the switch

 Avoid washing your hair by yourself, even though it's less expensive that way.  Consult experts for help with that and additional advice on maintaining hair growth.  Always visit the salon to stay in contact with experts who will provide you excellent advice on maintaining your natural hair. 

Purchasing only natural hair care products

You don't have to purchase every natural hair product that you see on your favorite naturalista.  Individual differences in hair type may mean that what suits one person's hair may not suit yours.  Your scalp may be more sensitive, or your hair may have a different texture, both of which could be harmful to your hair.  Stop copying other people's hair products and use the proper ones for your own hair if you want to achieve a successful transition and healthy natural hair. 

Your hair needs gentle care right now, so you need to devote more time to it. Be careful of the hairstyles you would plait, so you won't overstress the hair. Avoid hurrying to style your hair as this may cause harm.  You must be prepared to give up some time for your hair before you go on this path because your hair is more prone to breaking the more kinkier the curls and the more strands it has.