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4. Add a leave in
Sometimes we take it for granted that even after deep conditioning* that our dry hair actually still needs more conditioning.
With that said, I wanted to ensure that I made a separate line item for adding a leave-in conditioner* to the hair. Your leave in can be store bought or the same DIY solution I mentioned in number 2.
5. Does she need protein
Everyone processes protein differently, for some people too much protein in the regimen can lead to hard brittle dry hair.
If you find that you add moisture to your child’s hair and seal it but then her hair is immediately dry again try adding a little protein to her regimen.
Deep condition with a conditioner that has protein in it so that you can strengthen her strands and help her to retain the moisture you put in.
If you want to remain all natural in her regimen use an egg in her deep conditioning* mix to give her hair strength. I would suggest that you mix the conditioner before hand, I do not know one 4yr old who would like the idea of an egg in her hair.
6. Protective styling
Protective styling should be a staple for busy moms and busy bee kids as well. You can try twists, braids, cornrows for most of the week and then on the weekends just before wash day you can allow the hair to breathe a bit.
Protective styling protects the ends of the hair, gives the hair a break from manipulation and moisture loss.
Another quick tip
Always work in sections when you care for your little one’s hair, sectioning helps you to ensure all of the strands are covered when you add your products. Be deliberate about everything!
If you use straight parts you can maintain those parts for wash day, detangling, and styling this makes things 100 times easier for you and the little one.
Does your little girl have dry hair? Comment below and let us know how you finally cured it!
I’d also like to add in the idea of letting your child watch you care for your hair and giving them age appropriate tasks that will help establish healthy hair habits. I’ve been braiding my cousin’s hair since she was little and as she got older I started to get her involved in things like gathering her hair supplies, finger detangling small sections and having her hold her hair out of the way as I work. Explain what you are doing and how it benefits them. That way, you are doing something with them, not just to them.
Great tips…another tip I like to add is I put in my spray bottle… distilled water, aloe vera juice, vegetable glycerin, honey and oils.. this .keeps the hair very hydrated. I use this on my granddaughters hair and on mines.