How To Retain Length

1. Develop a SOLID wash day routine (See our wash day routine post for full details).
   
   2. Style with moisturizing products
   • After properly washing you aren’t done. Styling your hair with moisturizing products that provide lasting moisture is very important.
   • MOISTURIZED HAIR = LESS BREAKAGE
   • It’s very simple, dry brittle hair breaks easily!
   • Our hydrating haircare line is a perfect option for products that will keep your hair hydrated & healthy so that you will retain the length you work so hard for! 
   
   3. Avoid daily/heavy manipulation styles
   • Opt for low manipulation styles like mini twist, mini braids, wash & gos etc.
   • These styles allow the hair to have a break and decreases snapping of the hair from constantly manipulating it.
   • Avoid slick back styles that require hard brushing and puts extreme stress on the edge areas.
   • At all cost avoid tight styles that stress the hair and weakens the hair shaft leading to breakage.
   
   4. Maintain/protect your ends
   • Trim your ends on a as need based (we recommend 1-2 times a year)!
   • Excessive/unnecessary trimming can lead to cutting away of healthy hair which in turn stops you from retaining length!
   • Wear loose buns or styles that protect the ends of your hair to decrease damage!
   • Always protect the hair at night with a silk/satin bonnet,scarf, or pillowcase!
   
   5. Be patient/consistent
   • Your hair is learning and repairing after years of improper handling. Once your strands become use to proper care it will respond.
   • Hair is like a plant that must be delicately cared for. If you take of it you will reap the benefits of healthy, voluminous, shiny hair! 

Written By: Amber Alycee

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