This is Why I need a better way to airdy!!! (pics!!)(vent)

[BklynHeart]

This may or may not help you. My hair isn't that long yet so I don't have detangling problems. I'm relaxed 4a/b. I feel that is necessary to point out so that people with the same type of hair will know that it works or doesn't work on that type of hair. Anywho. I start with wet hair and put a moisturizer on right away. I then us Elasta QP Design Foam and that usually helps smooth my hair. I comb it straight back (starting from the tips and working my up until smooth) and then I tie my hair down with wrap strips...just flat to my head. I tie them on like Tupac used to wear his bandanas, with the knot in the front. The ends are usually the only part sticking out so you may want to braid, twist or roll your ends. This should help. You definitely need to find a liquidy product that has slip. Once my hair dries it is almost completely straight because the wrap strips, tied firmly, prevent the hair from reverting or riding up. It helps smooth it flat down.

Good luck.

I agree, tying the hair down works. I put my hair in one ponytail, using a boar's hair brush to smooth the edges. then, use a grey magnetic roller to roll my ends, then tie the hair with a satin scarf. First time doing it, my hair came out silky and straight. Plus, I used some Fantasia IC serum to smooth the cuticles.

 

[AtlantaJJ]

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I must agree!!!

I can't do the air dry thing.

 

[Poohbear]

ElleB,
Why did you detangle airdried hair??? That is a BIG NO NO!!!

 

[AtlantaJJ]

Where did you find the Tosca acidifying conditioner? Online only?? I know my hair LOVES pH lowering conditioners. What didn't you like about Nexuss? It's so much easier to get, they sell it everywhere...lol

Click here to read about one by Tosca: Acidifying Conditioner

Acidifying Conditioner

— Promotes smooth and tangle-free hair, while restoring the natural pH.

— Leaves hair lively and bouncy, never limp and lifeless.

— Constricts the cuticle.

— Increases tensile strength.

— Impoves elasticity and adds moisture.

— Locks in curl and color.

— Closes cuticle and eliminates static electricity.

— Adds instant shine and luster.


I don't like Nexxus so I've been looking for a non-Nexxus one, as well.
These work WAY better than ACVs. To me ACVs don't compare to acifidying conditioners even though ACVs do lower pH and close the cuticle (and have apple cider)...I prefer the citrus acid over apple cider. (like from grapefruit)