How do you take care of natural weave hair?

1. Shampoo At Least Bi-Weekly, If Not Weekly.
2. Condition Your Hair.
3. Thoroughly Dry Your Hair.
4. Sleep With a Satin Scarf and/or Pillow.
5. Braid Your Hair At Night (For Curly Hair)
6. Keep Heat to a Minimum.
7. Don’t Drench Your Weave In Products.
8. Moisturize Your Leave Out.

How do you keep virgin hair moisturized?

Wash & Condition I recommend using a light, leave in conditioner such as Carol’s Daughter, Black Vanilla (Moisturizing) Leave-in Conditioner or another brand that doesn’t have a lot of buildup which will leave hair damaging residue behind. Spray the leave in conditioner on your hair and allow it to air dry.

How can I keep my weave silky?

MAINTENANCE

1. Use silicon serum / spray in your hair to keep it silky, shiny, and tangle free.
2. Brush your wig / weave twice a day, starting at the tips.
3. Wash your hair at least once a week.
4. Never sleep with wet or damp hair.
5. We recommend air drying your hair.
6. Spray leave-in conditioner and brush gently.

Can I put olive oil on my weave?

Make sure you oil it every three days with suitable scalp products, but be careful not to get the oil on your weave. DON’T: • Use human hair products on synthetic wigs. Put any grease or oil on your weave. Olive oil, coconut oil and any other oils can make your hair look cheap, synthetic and heavy.

How long should you keep a weave in?

If you’re showing your sew-in love and taking proper care of it—more on that in a bit—it’ll last up to six to eight weeks, says Nash. If you try to keep it in longer than that, you’re risking damage to your hair and scalp (aka irritation, excess oil buildup, and breakage).

Can I moisturize my hair with water only?

But liquids alone don’t hydrate hair. In fact, without applying a moisturizer, water can cause dryness because upon its evaporation, the hair dries and moisture can drain from the outer layer (cortex). Although water is ideal for misting protective styles, hair can be affected by the type of water in your area.

Why is my weave stiff?

Weave upkeep requires regular oiling of your scalp, which conditions the scalp and stimulates hair growth. However, if this oil ends up on your tresses, they can quickly stiffen. Similarly, other product buildup can result in a stiff weave that lacks natural movement and bounce.

What oil is best for weave?

5 Weave-Friendly Hair Oils To Boost Your Hair Health

• Our Product Recommendation: One ‘N Only Argan Oil Treatment – $11.99. OIL 2: CASTOR OIL.
• NOW Solutions 100% Pure Castor Oil – $9.50. OIL 3: JOJOBA OIL.
• Hollywood Beauty Jojoba Oil – $2.99. Oil 4: GRAPESEED OIL.

What oil is good for weave?

Put any grease or oil on your weave. Olive oil, coconut oil and any other oils can make your hair look cheap, synthetic and heavy.