Have you ever been pressed for time and just need a quick hair hack to get you through the day ? You know, something fast and easy but quality at the same time, keeping your curls defined and moisturized? If so, we suggest you try this simple wash day routine and see if it works for you.
This week while washing my hair I was left with nothing to deep condition or soften it with. I usually deep condition my hair each time I wash it and not being able to this time didn’t sit well with me. Not to mention, my hair was a little dry from the previous style I had.
So it was time to get creative! To my surprise this quick, simple and easy routine worked. It actually managed to soften my hair leaving me with a hydrated wash & go (which is essentially what a deep conditioner is supposed to do). Here’s how I did it and what I used.
STEP 1: First, straight out of the shower I sectioned my hair while it was wet into fours (4). I then added Sweet Almond Oil to each section.
STEP 2: Next, I dug up some of the store bought products I had. I don’t have many…I’m a true creature of habit and often prefer D.I.Y food based alternatives to deep condition my hair. But for the sake of time, I used the TGIN Daily Butter Cream Moisturizer. Using the raking method I applied the product evenly throughout my hair. Since this product focuses on MOISTURE I decided to use this as a substitute for a deep conditioner.
STEP 3: I put a cap over my head and sat under the dryer for about 30 minutes using medium heat.
STEP 4: After the 30 minutes was up (without rinsing the TGIN Butter Cream Daily Moisturizer out) I continued adding the rest of my wash day products (Shea Moisture’s Curl Stretch Pudding and Taliah Waajid’s Hair Sealer) as a finishing touch.
Four years into my natural hair journey and I have pretty much mastered the Wash & Go. I have a solid understanding of how to retain moisture. With that being said I can’t say I’m surprised that I’m on day three (3) and my wash and go is still vibrant.
My hair was so moisturized, soft & hydrated (winning)!
Use the links below to purchase the products mentioned. In most cases you can also find them in your local beauty supply store.
