What Is Afro Textured/Natural Hair?

Afro textured/natural hair is a type of hair that is naturally kinky or curly. A lot of Ethnic Beauties are wearing Afro Textured/natural hairstyles these days. You like the ease and freedom it gives for styles and care. You also know that your hair is very fragile when over-manipulated or not cared for properly.

It is also known as Type 4 hair. It's fragile and susceptible to damage, so it requires special care.

How To Care For Afro Texture/Natural Hair

Wash Your Hair Regularly

Washing your hair is important to remove dirt, oil, and build-up from your scalp and hair. However, you should not wash your hair too often as it can strip away the natural oils that protect your hair.

Use a Mild Shampoo

When washing your hair, it is important to use a mild shampoo. This will help to avoid stripping away the natural oils from your hair. We recommend using a shampoo that is specifically designed for afro textured/natural hair.

Add Essential Oils

Essentail oils have been known to help with scalp challenges such as itchyness and dryness as well as hair growth.  Peppermint, tea tree and lavender are some basic essential oils used in hair care products.

Condition Your Hair

Conditioning your hair is important to keep it hydrated and healthy. A lot of you have found success using a leave-in conditioner or a deep conditioner. You should also avoid using heat on your hair as this can damage it.

Detangle Your Hair

Detangling your hair is important to avoid breakage. A wide-toothed comb or your fingers to detangle your hair is best.

Protect Your Hair

If we had a camera on us while sleeping, we'd see some interesting things. Your hair experiences all kinds of manipulation while sleeping. Protecting your hair is important to avoid damage. Using a satin scarf or bonnet when you sleep can be very useful. You should also avoid using heat styling tools on your hair.

What Makes Afro Textured Hair Unique?

The natural shape of afro-textured/natural hair is like a coil. Each strand of hair grows in its own tiny, spring-like spiral. The average afro has between 2,000 and 5,000 coils. That’s why it’s so important to be gentle with this type of hair – too much manipulation can cause the coils to unravel and the hair to become frizzy.

The cortex is the thickest layer of the hair shaft and it’s made up of long, stringy proteins called keratin fibers. The medulla is the innermost layer of the hair shaft and it’s filled with air. The cortex makes up the majority of the hair shaft and it’s responsible for the hair’s strength, elasticity, and color.

The Best Hairstyles For Afro Textured Hair

The best hairstyles for afro-textured hair are styles that are gentle and avoid excessive manipulation. Styles such as braids, twists, and buns are recommended. These styles will help to protect your hair and prevent breakage.

Summing things up ...

Afro textured/natural hair is a type of hair that is naturally kinky or curly. It is important to care for this type of hair properly in order to avoid damage. Washing, conditioning, and detangling your hair are important steps in the hair care process. Protecting your hair at night is also important to prevent breakage. The best hairstyles for afro textured hair are styles that are gentle and avoid excessive manipulation.

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