Beauty maintenance isn’t for the body and face alone. A healthy hair must undergo periodic rehabilitation.
To maintain your hair like some wealthy Igbo women, you have to adhere to the following rules:
- Invest in Cleansing Shampoo:
Some Igbo women invest in deep cleansing shampoo. This bottle of hair nourishing goodness is perfect for hair maintenance as they remove build-up of styling products already accumulated in the hair, and also shampoos strengthen weak tresses to keep them healthy once more. - Repair Split Ends:
After a couple of months of pulling, tagging, and styling, Igbo women use products designed to moisturize the hair, protect locks from sp[lit ends and other nasty chemicals as well as detangle and smoothen the hair to make future styling kinder. - Use Coconut or Shea Butter Oil:
to stop heat from damaging their hair, some Igbo women apply coconut oil or Shea butter oil (both of which are rich in vitamin E and UV filter) on damp hair and dry with simple hand dryer. - Apply Hair Mask:
Some Igbo women use hair mask to hydrate dry tresses and serve them with strength as well as moisturize them for a smooth finish. The fragrance also gives the hair a great smell. - Give Your Hair a Break:
It is extremely important you give your hair a break from pulling, sew-ins etc. Most Igbo women sometimes rock permed hair or “unpermed” hair for a month or two without any braids or extensions. This allows the scalp to heal and the hair to breathe.
4 Tips for Avoiding Hair Loss
- Stop combing the hair when it is wet.
- Stop scratching your scalp with finger nails or fine comb.
- Stop using hair dryer, ironing rod or crimping machine on your hair on a regular basis. They make the hair dry, dull and coarse.
- Stop using hair products excessively