As winter draws near the temperatures get colder and the air becomes dryers, unfortunately so does our hair. The winter elements can leave your weave feeling dry and looking brittle. So what can be done? The answer is simple, try co-washing your hair. Co-washing is not only great for your weave but it’s also suitable for relaxed, natural and transitioning hair. This solution may seem slightly strange, especially if you have never tried it, but believe me when I say, co-washing your weave will give it life.

So what is it?

Co-washing is simply washing your hair, except instead of using shampoo, you use conditioner. For your co-wash to really work, you have to make sure you are using a moisturising conditioner and not a protein conditioner. Although protein is good for your hair, a protein conditioner will dry out your hair, which is counter productive when doing a co-wash. By swapping your shampoo for conditioner your hair will not be exposed to the stripping and drying effect which is caused by shampoo. Instead at each application of conditioner, your hair will be moisturised like no other. Try using the Hair by Sisi Hair extensions Conditioner, to perform your perfect co-wash.

Benefits of Co-washing

The general benefit of co-washing your hair is to eliminate dryness. Not only will a co-wash keep your weave healthy and soft, but it will also give much-needed moisture to your natural hair underneath your weave.

How to perform a Co-wash on your hair
I find co-washing your hair once a week gives the best results. After co-washing allow the hair to dry naturally, do not use any electronic drying tools. If you are in a hurry and need to dry your hair quickly, dry it with a hood dryer or a diffuser, but I suggest rather give it a miss and co-wash your hair when you have time.
1) Apply the conditioner to wet or dry hair, but wet hair is easier.
2) Leave the conditioner in your hair for 15 minutes. While the conditioner is still in the hair, detangle your hair using your fingers or a wide tooth comb.
3) Fully rinse out the conditioner or if you have curly hair, leave 5 – 10% of the product in your hair.
4) Allow your hair to air dry.

Dangers of over conditioning your hair

The over use of a conditioner on your hair can lead to breakage because the conditioner can soften the hair to a point where it begins to break. So, be careful Beweavers, like anything, don’t over do it. If your hair becomes very stretchy when wet or starts mushy, unfortunately, you have over conditioner your hair. But don’t be disheartened, stop any further damage being caused to your hair, by using the Hair by Sisi Leave-in Protein Spray. Develop a habit of using the protein spray at least once a month or more frequently deepening on how regular you co-wash your hair.

So next time your hair looks lifeless, try a co-wash, one wash and you will be hooked.

 

Until next time beweavers, Happy weaving.