Hydrated hair is a sign of healthy hair. In order to have healthy hair you need to have a proper moisturizing routine. This would include a good shampoo, conditioner, oil, and hair grease.

Shampoo

Shampoo your hair with a shampoo that would benefit your hair condition in its current state. When shampooing your hair you should do this in sections or quadrants for less detangling time. If you are brave just go for all of it at once. I tend to do this most often and section my hair off after adding the conditioner. I am currently using the Aussie brand miracle coils shampoo for my hair. I love the way it makes my hair feel. I have been using this shampoo for the past 2 months and it works wonders I would highly recommend it.

Condition

Add the conditioner to your hair as you normally would. Make sure that you do this in sections. This is so that you coat your whole head with conditioner. Use smaller sections and smooth the product over the entire strand all the way down to the ends. Conditioner is meant for the hair and not so much for the scalp so be sure to take that into consideration when applying the product. I typically use less shampoo and more conditioner. When I buy hair products I focus more on conditioner than I do shampoo. Do NOT be stingy when it comes to this step.

Be sure that your hair is SATURATED and not dry. That’s how the product will be the most effective. I cannot stress enough when I say add as much conditioner as needed to make sure the hair strands are COVERED. Twist them into a large jumbo twist as you go along to warm the conditioner onto your hair. When rinsing untwist one section at a time and rinse thoroughly. Re-twist that section after completion then continue the same process until all the conditioner is washed out. I am currently using Palmers Retention conditioner with Biotin. I have just begun to use this product but so far I don’t have many complaints. 

Section Hair & Clip Away

Section your hair off in as many sections as you need to. I would suggest doing this in either 4, 6, or 8 sections. 4 will allow you to work faster but you will still have to clip off some of the hair in that section. 8 sections will give you a better product application and 8 sections will give you a faster application time and more thorough hydration results.

Hydrate Scalp With Oil

It is very beneficial for you to moisturize your scalp as well as your hair strands. Choose an oil that has essential ingredients to promote healthy hair and hair growth. Section your hair while doing this for the best results and faster application time. When applying be sure to use the balls of your fingertips to massage the product into your scalp. Rub it in for a few seconds before moving to the next section. I am currently using the Mane Choice H2Oh hydration therapy oil. Try not to use too much of this oil when applying to your scalp.

Grease Scalp Area

Add your hair grease in small amounts over the hair oil for added measures. This is an optional step but it is a method that I have begun using. I think that this will allow you a longer period of time between applications. It’s a protective barrier for the oil and a double moisturizer for your scalp. Currently, I am using Proclaim coconut oil hair and scalp conditioner. I apply this as scalp grease and use it to help seal my ends.

Mix and Apply lotion, oil & grease

Use a small container, plate, or even the product lid to mix together your lotion oils and grease. Once you do this section off a portion of hair and apply the mixture. You can use as much as needed but make sure that the hair is thoroughly coated. Smooth the product along the hair strands while straightening the hair with your hands. After this is done move to the next step. To create my mixture I’m using the Palmers length retention leave-in conditioner, proclaim coconut oil grease, and the Mane Choice H2Oh hair oil.

Detangle hair strands

Starting at the bottom end of your hair use a wide tooth comb or detangling brush to detangle your hair. I use a Denman brush to do my detangling at this stage. Some people say that it pulls their hair out but you have to be patient when doing this step. The smaller the sections the better the results. If you have thicker hair try not to become frustrated in the crown area. That is one of the areas where I have the toughest detangling time. Be sure to thoroughly detangle this section because it will help train those areas for the future.

Twist Hair

After you detangle that portion of hair twist it down and be sure to seal the ends. You can seal the ends of your hair with hair wax, edge control, or hair grease. This can be done by simply adding the product to your fingertips before nearing the end of your twists and smoothing over.

Wrap with Cap & Bonnet

Place your hair under a wig or wave cap. Be mindful of your edges when doing so. After placing the wig cap over your head cover it with a satin bonnet. I do this because it keeps my hair in place while warming the hair products on my scalp.

Reapply Hair Oil

It is best to oil your scalp every 3-4 days or whenever you notice a lack of moisture. Keeping your scalp moisturized is essential for healthy hair and hair growth.