- 1). Use conditioner in place of shampoo as often as possible. Slather conditioner all over the hair. Leave on for three to five minutes and wash out with warm water. Do a conditioner wash every other day. Conditioner washing cleanses the hair gently and adds moisture that permed hair desperately needs.
- 2). Apply a protein treatment to your hair one week before your next relaxer. Each product has specific instructions. Generally it involves applying the treatment spray or lotion to the hair while it's damp and leaving it on for five to 10 minutes. Rinse out thoroughly. Follow with a hydrating conditioner.
- 3). Put deep conditioner on your hair three times per week. Smooth a generous amount of deep conditioner on your hair. Leave it on for 45 minutes and wash out with warm, and then cool water. Look for deep conditioners with ingredients such as safflower oil and coconut oil. This softens the new growth so that it blends in better with the relaxed hair.
- 4). Braid your hair. Cornrows are flat braids that are braided close to your head. Braids help disguise the two different textures of hair. Cornrow braids can help maintain your hair texture and prevent damage to your hair.
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