HOT OIL TREATMENTS: THE SECRET TO MOISTURIZED CURLS

THE SECRET TO GETTING MOISTURIZED CURLS. . . .

Summer is upon us! These hot & humid months can contribute to hair dryness causing breakage. But, the fall/winter season brings the cold, dry air that also causes damaged, brittle strands. What can combat hair dryness and leave your natural hair super-hydrated? Hot Oil Treatments!

Using natural oils penetrate the hair, seal in moisture, reduce breakage, and provide incredible slip. Plant-based oils like olive, coconut, and jojoba oil can work to strengthen, hydrate, and protect your hair from all the elements. Keep reading as we share how to do a hot oil treatment and the best oils to use for soft and healthy kinky curls.

 Hot Oil Treatments help penetrate your hair shaft, adding vitamins and minerals back into your hair while aiding with hair growth & moisturizing your natural hair. 

 

2 WAYS TO USE THE HOT OIL TREATMENT:

 (1.) PRE-POO OR OVERNIGHT TREATMENT:

-Heat a small amount of water in a heat-resistant bowl. Submerge the hot oil treatment bottle into hot water. (Don't directly heat the product.)

-Apply directly to the scalp and throughout the hair shaft. Work in sections, finger detangling to ensure your hair is fully saturated.

***For extra moisture, apply a plastic cap & wrap your hair in a hot towel or use a hooded dryer for 30 mins to a hour while the oil sits on your hair. After your hot oil treatment, use a clarifying shampoo and complete your wash day. You will see results!

(2.) HYDRATING CONDITIONING TREATMENT:

-After using clarifying shampoo your hair, apply your heated oil to your damp tresses, saturating it through your hair.

2. Cover your hair with a plastic cap. 

3. Optional: You can sit under a hooded dryer or steamer and skip heating your oil before application.

4. After 30 minutes, rinse your hair and proceed with your deep conditioner. If you have fine, thin strands that are easily weighed down, lightly cleanse with a moisturizing shampoo then proceed with a deep conditioner.

Takeaway

 Hot Oil Treatments help penetrate your hair shaft, adding vitamins and minerals back into your hair while aiding with hair growth & moisturizing your strands. Try one on your next wash day! 

Need help detangling? Check out our article 4 WAYS TO DETANGLE EASIER.