Here are some tips I can share to help you keep breakage to a minimum…

1.  Keep Your Hair Moisturized From Root to Tip

When I first started transitioning (months 2-4), I was trying every moisturizer under the sun.

I quickly found that too much product was actually drying my hair out and causing it to break.  Plus I never knew what was working since I had so many different products on my strands.

I learned to use one or two moisturizers throughout the week.  If I did a rod set, I’d use Jane Carter’s Nourish and Shine to moisturize my curls upon removing the rollers.

Then I’d use pure castor oil every other day until wash day.  Castor oil is very thick, but it’s a great moisturizer because it penetrates the hair shaft.  My natural hair really seems to love this stuff.

I typically use a quarter size amount, rub it into my palms and gently pat it into my hair so I don’t disturb my style (especially if I’m wearing a curly do.)

2. Detangle on Wash Day Only

The longer you transition, the more fragile your relaxed hair will become.  Also, natural hair can be very dry and difficult to comb dry (especially if your hair is long.)  So you want to manipulate your hair as little as possible.

I wear a lot of rod sets and flat twist styles during my transition so there’s no need for combing.  I simply pick my curls out with my fingers every morning and I’m ready to go.

I find it easier to detangle my hair when it’s conditioned and wet.  This also helps prevent breakage.

Click here to watch a video of how I wash and detangle my hair.

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