I've circled back to doing braidouts.
But, a well-done braidout can provide the following benefits:
1. Definition
2. Volume
3. Stretch/Length
4. Lock/Seal in moisture
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For Definition
For Definition
Depending on what product you use in your hair, as well as, your style preference, a braidout can produce lightly defined results or uber-definition.
Tip: If you are in a highly humid climate, try to use products that are somewhat sticky (a gel) or waxy to hold your definition in place. If your product contains words like "humectant" or "moisturizing", or ingredients like "glycerin", note that they will encourage shrinkage which will equate to a loss of definition in your style.
Humectants, like glycerin, draw moisture from the surrounding atmosphere, and into your hair or skin.
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For Volume
Balancing volume against definition can be a bit tricky, especially if you are fine-haired; but, a well-done braid out, once separated and fluffed, should retain fullness, as well as, the braid pattern/definition.
Tip: Coat your hands and fingers with an oil of your choice before you begin to separate your braids. The oil should help to decrease excess frizz that might occur as you unravel your hair.
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For Stretch/Length
Self explanatory.
;-)
Tip: I make sure my braids are snug, (not tight), at the roots, so that I get the utmost stretchability in my hair.
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Lock/Seal in Moisture
The mechanical process of braiding hair, smooths and stretches out your hair follicles. If you couple this with hair that is well moisturized and oiled, braiding will basically lock moisture into your strands. Once the braid is unraveled, you should be left with softened and moisturized hair.
Tip: My hair is always extremely soft whenever I use Lustrasilk Organic Cholesterol as a leave-in.
Lock/Seal in Moisture
The mechanical process of braiding hair, smooths and stretches out your hair follicles. If you couple this with hair that is well moisturized and oiled, braiding will basically lock moisture into your strands. Once the braid is unraveled, you should be left with softened and moisturized hair.
Tip: My hair is always extremely soft whenever I use Lustrasilk Organic Cholesterol as a leave-in.
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Braidouts turn out differently each time for me, but I'm generally always pleased with the results.
Literally green with envy!! Lol
ReplyDeleteGirl...stop! lol
DeleteUr absolutely flawless, and i enjoy your posts. I was wondering if you can do a makeup tutorial and or skincare/makeup must have post.
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Oh thank you so much. I'm really glad you like it. :-)
DeleteMy skin care routine is actually quite basic, I'm afraid (just Dove soap, water, and Pond's Dry Skin Cream).
I'm def working on some makeup posts. Hopefully, they'll be up soon!
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ReplyDeleteAnother great post!
ReplyDeleteThank you Lola! :-)
DeleteYour hair is like WOW!
DeleteI will try the cholesterol thing, after i henna my hair. Your hair is absolutely gorg and braid outs rock indeed.
Thank you booski! I need to get up an try henna one day.
DeleteI've had four boxes of Jamila hanging out in my closet for years.
You are very pretty I love your hair =), you should made a tumblr.
ReplyDeleteLol thank you so much! Ah! I love tumblr!
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