How do you keep your 4A hair curly?

How do you keep your 4A hair curly?

Maintenance of 4A hair revolves around keeping your curls moisturized and avoiding damage.

1. Shampooing. Since 4A hair is naturally dry and has a texture that’s prone to damage if not well-moisturized, make sure your shampoo is super hydrating to start off with.
2. Conditioning.
3. Daily Moisture.
4. Pre-Sleep Care.

What does a 4A curl look like?

Type 4A hair type has lots of tight coils and forms an “S” pattern when stretched. It has a clear, well-defined curl pattern, and it tends to look darker than it really is because it has a high density, which means that it’s usually very thick.

How do you moisturize 4A hair?

Keep your hair moisturized always Coconut, jojoba, Jamaican black castor, avocado, and almond oils are great for type 4A hair because they contain tons of nutrients that are good for kinky hair. Massage a generous portion of either of or a mixture of these oils, or a moisturizing cream into your scalp for best results.

What does hair type 4A look like?

4a hair has a defined curl pattern almost like a “s” shape. Generally speaking it retains moisture fairly well, but as with most curly hair types can still be prone to dryness. This hair type shrinks up to 70% so without stretching out the hair it will appear shorter than it actually is.

How do you define curls without products?

The method is easy – just take a section of your hair that’s about the same width as your finger, and twirl the hair around your pointer finger from the root to the ends. Then repeat all over your head – or just on the sections where you want more definition. The resulting curls are smooth, defined and free of frizz.

How do you take care of a 4A hair?

Wash your type 4A hair only 2 – 3 times per week and follow every shampooing with conditioning. Make sure you use cold or lukewarm water as high temperatures strip your hair of its moisture. Deep condition your hair because your hair’s health depends on it. Do this regularly to take out too much scalp build-up.

Which is the best product for curl defining?

Thicker textures in the 4A to 4C range do best with a curl-defining butter and more oil-based curl activator formulas that will not only provide moisture but will also seal the cuticle and help this drier texture look and feel more hydrated. Super dry hair can also benefit from weekly hair treatments with hair masks and deep conditioners.

What kind of products to use on 4A hair?

In general, 4a hair types should look toward creams, gels, and oils —all of which are great for both hydrating and defining hair. But according to Santiago, what’s even more important than the type of products you use on 4a hair is the way you apply them and how frequently you do it.

What does 4A hair look like when stretched?

First things first: 4a hair is typically defined by its tight, small coils that form an S-shaped pattern when stretched. “4a hair can look pretty coarse, but it’s actually quite soft when it’s moisturized and taken care of,” says Santiago.

Which is better for hair 4A or 4B?

And even though 4a hair does retain moisture better than types 4b / 4c, it still needs a consistent routine of hydrating products (think: creams, oils, and gels)— especially if you’re looking to keep your hair stretched and/or trying to mitigate breakage.