These 4 mistakes you must avoid!
Textured hair: these 4 mistakes that weaken them !
Textured hair – whether wavy, curly or afro hair – has a unique beauty and requires special care to reveal its full potential. To keep it healthy, it’s essential to avoid certain habits that could damage its shine and vitality.
Here are the 4 most common mistakes we hear and see at the studio.
1. Choosing poor quality products
Skin and hair absorb what you apply, which can have a direct impact on their health. When choosing hair products, look for quality. Over time, poor quality products can damage the hydration and protection of your hair, exacerbating problems such as dryness, breakage and scalp irritation. So it’s essential to choose products free from sulphates*, parabens** and silicones***, which can be aggressive but also have a lot of fragrance.
Our advice: opt for natural formulas that respect the hair fibre to preserve the health of your textured hair.
2. Choosing products without taking into account the specificity of your hair texture
Each type of textured hair is unique and requires its own specific care. Whether you have wavy, curly or afro hair, it’s important to choose products that meet the specific needs of your hair, taking into account its porosity, density, thickness and state of health (dry, brittle, coloured, etc.). Ignoring these factors can leave your hair more vulnerable and less hydrated.
Here are a few things to consider when choosing your hair products:
- Porosity: hair with high porosity absorbs water quickly but loses it quickly, while hair with low porosity has trouble retaining moisture. It is therefore important to choose the right products to optimise hydration.
- Hair thickness and density: thicker or denser hair needs richer products, while fine hair prefers lighter products to avoid weighing it down.
- Dry, brittle hair: if your hair is dry or brittle, choose moisturising and repairing products to strengthen the hair fibre and prevent breakage.
- Coloured or chemically-treated hair: hair that has been chemically treated or bleached is often more fragile, dry and porous. Use repairing and nourishing products – such as nourishing masks and treatments specially designed for coloured hair – to restore moisture and strengthen the hair fibre.
Our advice: taking these factors into account will help you to better hydrate your curls without damaging them. Don’t hesitate to discuss this with your curl specialists for personalised advice.
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3. Use oils or butters
Although oils and butters are often praised for their hydrating properties, they’re not always the best for textured hair. Whether it’s wavy, curly or afro hair, this type of hair needs hydration and water to maintain its health. Because oil doesn’t mix with water, it can create a barrier that prevents moisture from penetrating deep into the hair in the long term.
Our advice: to seal in moisture effectively and preserve your hair’s vitality, opt for products like gels or mousses.
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4. Underestimating the importance of styling
Styling textured hair doesn’t have to be a time-consuming task, but it is important to take the time to do it to avoid tangles. Gently detangle your hair with a wide-tooth comb, a special brush or your fingers. This simple step helps to preserve the definition of your curls while reducing breakage.
Our advice: by taking care of your hair every day, you’ll also make it easier to style and dry, while preserving its health.
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* Sulphates: powerful cleansing agents that can be too drying for textured hair.
** parabens: are chemical preservatives used to extend the life of products.
*** silicones: often used in hair products to add shine and softness, can create a barrier on the hair, preventing moisture from penetrating.
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