Hair rebonding gives you 6 or 8 weeks of beautiful straight and soft hair. However, switching from rebonded hair to natural hair is difficult – frizz sections, split ends and relentless breakage. Don't lose hope, because there is a way to cure it. Getting back to your naturally beautiful hair is a beautiful thing and an interesting way to get to know yourself more deeply.
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Method 1 of 2: Keeping Hair Healthy
Step 1. Keep your hair hydrated
The biggest struggle in changing your hair is avoiding hair breakage and dry hair. Do whatever you can to keep your hair hydrated and conditioned using regular conditioner. Every night before going to bed, use either coconut oil or olive oil on your hair and leave it on for 30 minutes to 1 hour. This can help your hair add moisture and nutrients which will strengthen the hairline (where hair changes occur).
- When you clean your hair, add a little conditioner to the strands before shampooing your hair. This can help keep the shampoo from stripping your hair of all the moisture. Then, use conditioner as usual.
- Consider using a conditioner that is left on your hair in the morning. Apply a small amount on your hair before you style it, paying close attention to the hairline border.
Step 2. Use deep conditioner regularly
Deep conditioner adds even more moisture to hair. Although usually only used once a month, hair changes require extra conditioner and can be used deep conditioner more often. Purchase a deep conditioning treatment from your local beauty store, and apply it to your hair once a week. Or, you can also visit a salon and get regular deep-conditioning treatments.
- Follow the instructions on the bottle of deep conditioner
- If you're looking to save money, another great alternative is to deep conditioner using a bottle of mayonnaise. While it may sound (and may smell) a little unpleasant, mayonnaise can do a great job of increasing moisture in your hair. Use it on your hair weekly for 30 minutes to an hour.
- If you decide to get a professional treatment to deep conditioner your hair, try to find someone who specializes in hair styling. They will be able to provide you with specific products and treatments depending on your needs.
Step 3. Keep away from heat
In general, hot tools need to be avoided if you want to protect your hair. using curling irons and hair dryers can put stress on your hair and result in hair breakage, especially at the hairline. When it comes to hair change, do whatever you can to keep it as natural as possible. Avoid hot tools, and if necessary, limit their use to once a week.
If you absolutely must use a hot tool, stay away from the hairline and avoid using it at the roots of your hair, where your natural hair begins to grow
Step 4. Limit washing of hair
This relates to the moisture in your hair; Frequent washing of hair removes the natural oils in the hair that make it strong. wash your hair as little as possible, using enough conditioner when you wash it. If you can, wash your hair every 7-8 days so there's still plenty of time for your natural oils to coat your hair.
Step 5. Do a hot oil massage
Waiting for your hair to grow back is usually the most frustrating part of growing hair. Instead of sitting around waiting, you can encourage new hair growth by doing frequent scalp massages. Use a little oil (coconut, olive, avocado, etc.) that is slightly warmed up to massage your scalp. This will stimulate your hair and help it grow a little faster. Hot oil massages can be done as often as you like, but need to be done at least once a week for best results.
Step 6. Encourage hair growth with supplements
Maintaining your intake of vitamins and minerals is important for health (plus the health of your hair), but taking certain types of supplements can speed up hair growth and strengthen hair even faster. Doctors recommend taking biotin or Viviscal – supplements used specifically for hair and nail growth – to increase the speed at which your hair grows. Plus, make sure you get enough vitamins D and A to help your hair too.
Several studies have shown that taking saw palmetto supplements (which comes from a small spruce) will provide faster hair growth than eating nothing
Step 7. Avoid using chemicals on your hair
While this may seem natural, you need to avoid all relaxers and perms when making hair changes. Plus, stay away from hair dyes, as these can significantly damage your hair, causing hair to break. Look for other natural options that you normally use, as these will be much safer on your scalp and hair than chemicals.
Step 8. Buy a new hair product
As you know, not all hair products are created equal. With so many varieties on the market, it can be difficult to find the right product for your hair and your wallet. During the time of changing hair, it is important to get hair accessories that are suitable for hair at the time of change. Look for sulfate-free conditioning shampoos, as well as other hair treatments specifically for hair change. While these won't necessarily change the appearance of your hair, they can prevent further damage and reverse the damage to your hair.
- If you visit a salon that specializes in hairdressing, ask for recommendations for hair products.
- If not, look for a sulfate-free shampoo. Sulfates (found in most cheap shampoos) cause dryness of the hair and clog the pores of the scalp, reducing hair growth.
Method 2 of 2: Changing Your Style
Step 1. Consider the 'big cut'
It's common for people with hair changes to get a big cut – which means cutting off all the rebonding hair, leaving a little hair growing near the scalp. This is the best option to create healthy growth, but not everyone wants to have hair that is less than 2.5 cm in length. If you're brave enough to try a new style, the big cut is the perfect choice for a quick removal of all rebonding hair, making a complete transformation into natural hair.
Step 2. Cut your hair regularly
The relaxer is permanent, so any part of the hair that has been used by the relaxer will not grow back naturally. Therefore, at some point your hair must be cut above the boundary line. If you don't want a big cut, the next step is to cut your hair more often. Start by cutting a few cm of your hair, then every month cut 1 – 0.5 cm of hair. Over time you will have cut off all the damaged areas, up to the top of the line, to allow your natural hair to grow even stronger.
Step 3. Cover your new growth
A few inches of new natural hair can look weird when seen side by side with your rebonded hair. To avoid further damage, use a tight style, and also use accessories to hide the roots of curly hair. Headbands and headscarves are popular choices for hiding the roots of your hair and letting the rest of your hair out.
Step 4. Try braiding your hair
While tight hairdos can damage your hair, loose strands and braids are great ways to add a look to your hair without damaging it. Mastering each style is difficult, so find out which style works best for your hair and which one you like best. The most important thing is to keep whatever hairstyle you do loose, so as not to stress the hair.
Your hair is weakest at the borderline. So when arranging hair in that section, try to be more careful
Step 5. Find a good styling product
Many women state the importance of having a good hair gel, pomade or spray; With the right products, you can cover even the most messy hairstyles. Gather your styling products, and try using them (rather than going tight with bands or elastic bands) to style your hair. You'll probably like it more, and it will be safer and gentler on your weak hair too.
Step 6. Avoid playing with your hair too often
While it can be hard not to touch it, the more you touch and style your hair, the more likely it is to break and become frizzy. Don't brush your hair too often, and avoid styling that can damage your hair. When you comb, start at the bottom and comb up.
