How to define curls on short natural hair (4a, 4b and 4c hair)

How to define curls on short natural hair.  (4a, 4b and 4c hair)

Hey family!

Hope that you all had an amazing week!

In this blog post, I will write about how to define curls on short natural hair (4a, 4b and 4c hair types).

I will discuss two methods that work easily on all curly and kinky hair textures. I will also discuss the best hair care products that you can use to get optimal results.  The first method is the finger coiling technique and the second method is the sponge method. Both methods are simple and will give you super cute results. These styles will work best on hair 2 inches or shorter but the coil method can work on longer lengths. The beauty of this style is that it looks completely different on each hair type allowing us to celebrate our own unique beauty!

How to Define Curls on Short Natural Hair (4a, 4b and 4c hair)

Method #1 Finger Coiling Technique

This method requires a bit more time when compared to method #2 but this method gives your hair a lot more definition and it will last longer.  This method also works best on soaking wet hair.

1  After cleansing and conditioning, be sure that your hair is completely detangled.

2  Moisturize and seal in the moisture with oil. This is an important step to keep your hair moisturized and hydrated before applying your styler.  

3  Apply your styler to each section and comb through or use a Denman brush to distribute your styler throughout your hair evenly.

4

    Take very small sections of hair and twirl around your finger until a coil forms. Move on to the next section until all of your hair is coiled.

5  Be sure to use a water bottle to spray your hair occasionally while coiling. This will keep your hair as wet as possible. Remember that your hair should be super wet to get optimal results using this method. See video below.

6  Apply a light mist of heat protector and dry your hair using a hood dryer for best results. Be sure that your hair is completely dry to avoid frizz.  

                  Hydratherma Naturals Product Demo

How to Define Curls on Short Natural Hair (4a, 4b and 4c hair)

Method #2 Sponge Technique

If you are short on time, this method works extremely well. It only takes a few minutes. You can use any twist or curl sponge for this method. You can also use your hand or a towel. I find that that the sponge technique works best on hair that is damp or dry (not soaking wet) and on shorter hair lengths.

1.       After cleansing and conditioning, be sure that your hair is completely detangled.

2.       Moisturize and seal in the moisture with oil. This is an important step to keep your hair moisturized and hydrated before applying your styler.  

3.       Apply your styler to all of your hair. No need to section.  Just be sure that your hair is well saturated with the styler and evenly distributed with your wide tooth comb or Denman brush.

4.       Take your sponge and make circular motions around your whole head of hair. You will notice that your hair will start to form small coils. Try to keep the sponge close to the scalp for more definition.  See video below.

5.       Apply a light mist of heat protector and dry your hair using a hood dryer for best results. Be sure that your hair is completely dry to avoid frizz.  

 Here are a few pictures displaying how I defined the curls on my short natural hair.

                               Product recommendations

                                               Moisturizing and Sealing 

               Hydratherma Naturals Daily Moisturizing Growth Lotion (with emu) to moisturize.

This lightweight formula will penetrate each hair strand immediately and prevent breakage. Seals in moisture. Makes hair soft, supple and easy to manage. Contains no mineral oil or petrolatum. Our Best Seller!

                     Hydratherma Naturals Hair Growth Oil (with emu) to seal in the moisture.

Contains a unique blend of NATURAL OILS used to soften the hair, give hair a healthy shine and seal in moisture. 

                                                  Styler Options  

                              Foaming Sea Silk Curly Styler (Light hold for looser textures)

This alcohol free foam styler is loaded with extracts of certified organic ingredients and is excellent for chemically treated and natural hair. This product provides a light to medium hold for your curly styles without a hard / crunchy feeling. 

      Aloe Curl Enhancing Twisting Cream (medium hold with moisture-  4a, 4b, 4c hair types)

If you are not a huge fan of gel, you will absolutely love this styling product. This multipurpose cream will give your curls hold without weighing the hair down. It is excellent for braid-outs, twist-outs, rod sets and  bantu curls! Works well to hold those curls on natural hair and chemically treated hair. Contains a unique blend of 11 botanical extracts used to soften and give the hair a healthy shine!  Can be used on wet or dry hair.

                                      Botanical Defining Gel (Firm hold all hair types)

This botanically enriched gel defines your natural curls, waves and kinks without weighing the hair down. Keeps curls smooth, soft, conditioned, full of body and frizz free. Great for smoothing, molding, twisting, wash and go, braid outs and twists. 

All products are available at www.HydrathermaNaturals.com

Be sure to use the coupon code HYDRALOVE at checkout for additional savings!

#Hydratherma #hydrathermanaturals.com #hydrathermanaturals #naturalhair #definingcurls

#www.hydrathermanaturals.com #aloecurlenhancingcream #botanicaldefininggel #styler #naturalhairproducts

How often should I wash my natural hair?

How often should I wash my natural hair?

Hey guys!

Hope that you all had an amazing week. It is almost FRI-YAY!

In this blog post, I’m going to discuss how often we should cleanse our hair.

There are many factors that are involved in a great cleansing schedule.

It can depend on:

-The length and thickness of your hair

-Whether you work out or swim a lot

-If you are using heavy products in your hair daily

-The amount of natural oils that your scalp produces (which vary from person to person)

-If you have dandruff

-If you work in dusty environments

…….and many other factors.

How often should I wash my natural hair?

In my professional opinion as a licensed cosmetologist, I believe that it is best not to go any longer than 14 days without cleansing and deep conditioning the hair. Cleansing weekly is optimal.  Your hair has to be in its cleanest state to reap the benefits of your deep conditioning treatments and moisturizers. If your hair is not very clean, the deep conditioner or moisturizer will not penetrate the hair strand because there will be a layer of buildup blocking absorption. This is why trying to moisturize dirty hair is futile.  If your hair feels dry after deep conditioning, it may not be clean enough. We suggest that you clarify and deep condition again. You will notice a huge difference when you deep condition and moisturize hair that has been cleansed properly.

As small children, many any of us were taught to cleanse our hair every 1-2 months but this will only result in dry / brittle hair. Just think.... water is the basic and most supreme form of moisture. It is very important to keep your scalp clean and healthy for growth to occur. It is best to shampoo in the shower to prevent major tangling. Apply a quarter size amount of the Hydratherma Naturals Shampoo to the scalp, massage and squeeze through to the hair ends. Please don't pile all of your hair on the top of your head and shampoo vigorously! This will definitely cause tangling and breakage.

*Product recommendations

-Hydratherma Naturals Moisture Boosting Shampoo

-Hydratherma Naturals Herbal Amino Clarifying Shampoo

-Organic Scalp Soothing Shampoo Bar with Tea Tree and Peppermint

-SLS Free Moisture Plus Hair Cleanser

Hydratherma Naturals Moisture Boosting Shampoo with Sea Weed and Algae 

Hydratherma Naturals Herbal / Amino Clarifying Shampoo

Organic Scalp Soothing Shampoo Bar with Tea Tree and Peppermint

Hydratherma Naturals SLS Free Moisture Plus Hair Cleanser

Deep Conditioning

It is very important to deep condition your hair with heat weekly. You may use a cordless heating cap or sit under a hood dryer for more penetration. Our Hydratherma Naturals deep conditioners do not just coat the hair strand. These deep conditioning treatments are designed to penetrate the cortex layer of the hair infusing moisture into the hair strand. Our protein deep conditioning treatments strengthen the hair (hair is 75% protein) by penetrating the cortex layer and adding amino acids (simple proteins) to the portions of the hair strands that are weak. If you still don’t have time to deep condition, apply the deep penetrating conditioner to your hair and cover with a plastic cap at night before sleeping. In the morning, comb through, rinse out the deep conditioner and style as usual.

*Product recommendations

-Hydratherma Naturals Moisture Boosting Deep Conditioning Treatment

-Hydratherma Naturals Amino Plus Protein Deep Conditioning Treatment

Hydratherma Naturals Moisture Boosting Deep Conditioning Treatment

Hydratherma Naturals Amino Plus Protein Deep Conditioning Treatment

For extreme deep conditioning, add a layer of the Hydratherma Naturals Hair Growth Oil to the hair / scalp in addition to the deep conditioner. Cover with plastic cap and then deep condition with heat.

You can alternate the Moisture and Protein deep conditioning treatments every other week to keep your hair balanced with moisture and protein.

Tip - While washing your hair, be sure that your nails are trimmed and filed. This will prevent unwarranted breakage and snags. Removing jewelry will help also.

What about Co-washing?

Co-washing should never replace regular cleansing sessions because proper cleansing of the hair and scalp (with a cleansing agent) is absolutely necessary for healthy hair.  Co-washes can work out great in between shampoos. This is especially true for those who exercise multiple times a week.  If you really want to reap the benefits of your moisturizers and deep conditioning treatments, be sure to cleanse properly to remove dirt and buildup.

Hope that this information was helpful to you guys.

Hydratherma Naturals products are available at www.HydrathermaNaturals.com

Use Code HYDRALOVE at checkout for 10% OFF ALL INVENTORY!

Until next time!

Saleemah Cartwright

Hydratherma Naturals CEO / Co-Owner

www.HydrathermaNaturals.com

#Hydratherma #HydrathermaNaturals  #HydrathermaNaturals.com #WashingNaturalHair #naturalhaircare #naturalhairgrowth

Bomb 3 strand twist out with Hydratherma Naturals!!! All natural products!

NK Naturalz Lovely 3 Strand Twist Out using Hydratherma Naturals