How to Maintain African Hair

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This will help beginners with the basics of Natural African hair care.

Steps

First of all you need to purchase conditioner, moisturizer, food-grade oil(olive oil, coconut oil, etc.) for your hair.
The longer you let the conditioner sit on your hair, the better.
Be cautious of shampoos, most of them strip the moisture from your hair. # Moisture is your number ally in achieving healthy manageable hair.
Be extremely careful when applying any heat to your hair. It advisable to avoid all heat on your hair. The heat can damage your curl pattern and the only way to remedy the damage is to cut the torched hair off.
If a straight style is desired, use a weave or wig. This can also give your natural hair time to rest with no damage to your actual hair.
When combing/detangling comb the hair from the ends to the root.
You must become very conscious of the products you use on your hair.
Most items in the beauty supply store are actually not good for African hair even though they are marketed that way.
Water is the ultimate moisturizer. African hair loves nothing more than pure water itself. With natural hair, water is its best ally. Natural hair can be washed daily to hold the most moisture. However, be careful about the shampoo. I personally do not use shampoo anymore because of its drying effects. Others limit shampooing to 1-4 times per month. There are enough cleaning agents in conditioner that can sufficiently clean the hair.
Let the hair air dry. Before the hair is dry, twist or braid the hair to help with tangling.

Try using different types of shampoos and conditioners to find the right one for you.
Detangle hair and apply moisturizers while the hair is still wet.
Pantene Medium-thick Pro-V works well.

Don't flat iron your hair too often it could result in heat damage. the same goes for all other Heat-styling tools.
Only wash your hair every 3-7 days. African hair dries out quickly when shampooed often.
Try not to burn your self.
Stay away from Petroleum Jelly or Mineral Oil.

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