It’s no secret that in recent years, afro kinky hairstyles have become the new trend for many black women. From on-screen visibility to in-store availability, black women are now demanding that afro kinky hairstyles be treated as mainstream and no longer as an anomaly. This, therefore, begs the question? Should hair be processed? Consider convenience, time factor and simply enjoying your natural afro kinky hair. I think not!
Afro Kinky Hair Type 4 A-C
The popularity of natural hair has led to the categorization of natural kinky hair into types. Generally, Afro kinky hair is called type 4 hair with subgroups ranging from letter A-C depending on the curl pattern. In the natural hair world, curl pattern is everything. While not all curls are designed the same, I bet you, all curls are uniquely beautiful.
4C Hair has the tightest Afro curls
4C hair has the tightest curls of all hair patterns. Specifically among its many defining qualities, is the fact that it is prone to dryness and breakage? While caring for 4C Hair can seem daunting, with the right regimen, it can achieve beautiful styles and lengths. Certainly, the beauty of 4C Hair is in its puffs and afros!
Tips for maintaining 4C Afro Kinky Hairstyle:
- Moisture: Lock-in moisture to keep your afro hydrated, well-oiled and fluffy. Use natural oils like jojoba, coconut, olive, and almond. Also, spritz hair with a moisturizing spray, such as olive oil and water to enhance moisture.
- Anti-tangles: Without a doubt, tangling is standard with Afro. Therefore, to save yourself from the pain, always section your hair into large twists or braids before going to bed every day.
- Combing: Ideally, always use a wide-tooth comb to detangle your hair. First, start at the ends of the hair, then work your way to the scalp to prevent it from breaking.
- Bedtime: Finally, always protect your hair at night when you go to bed by wrapping your hair. Specifically, use a satin scarf or bonnet or a satin pillow. Using cotton material on your hair leads to the absorption of natural hair oils that your hair direly requires.
