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By Happiness Onyegbule

 

Keeping your natural hair healthy is important to maintain its strength and shine. Confiance News has compiled useful tips to help you achieve healthy natural hair:

 

1. Eat a balanced diet that includes collagen protein, B-vitamins, healthy fats, antioxidants, iron and omega-3s.

 

These nutrients help to nourish your hair from the inside out.

 

2. Brush your hair before you shower and condition correctly: This helps to detangle strands and keep them strong. Apply conditioner first to the mid-shaft and ends of your hair; then work your way up to the scalp. Leave it on for a full minute before washing it out.

 

3. Use hair masks and natural ingredients like bananas, eggs, mayonnaise, honey, fenugreek, beer, amla and apple cider vinegar to nourish your hair.

 

4. Avoid harsh hair treatments and hairstyles that can damage your hair.

 

5. Wash your hair and scalp regularly and shield your hair from the sun.

 

6. Understand your hair texture: Knowing your hair texture will help you choose the right products and treatments for your hair.

Different types of natural hair textures require different care

 

There are three main natural textures:

 

~Type 2 (Wavy)

 

•Use a lightweight conditioner to avoid weighing down your hair.

 

•Use a wide-tooth comb to detangle your hair.

Avoid using heat-based styling tools.

 

~Type 3 (Curly)

 

•Use a sulfate-free shampoo to avoid stripping your hair of its natural oils.

 

•Use a leave-in conditioner to keep your hair moisturized.

 

•Use a diffuser when blow-drying your hair.

 

~Type 4 (Coily)

 

•Use a deep conditioner to keep your hair moisturized.

 

•Use a leave-in conditioner to help detangle your hair.

 

•Avoid using heat-based styling tools

 

Remember that healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp. To maintain a balanced scalp, use a clarifying shampoo like Head & Shoulders Classic Clean Shampoo and Conditioner.

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