How to maintain your silk press
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You’ve paid your hard earned money for a silk press. Now what? I know there’s always the fear of your silk press reverting back to your natural curls. There are so many factors to think of… showering, humidity, workouts, yikes!
Don’t worry, there are ways to prevent your hair from returning to its natural state while maintaining your silk press. Let’s discuss...
Wrap it up
Brush your hair into a circular wrap before going to bed or bathing. Wrapping before bathing could prevent the steam from making your hair revert. Be sure to secure your wrap with a satin scarf, then put a terry-lined shower cap on, so your hair does not get wet or collect moisture from steam. Take off the shower cap immediately, once you’re done with your bath. Leave it wrapped up until you’re completely done with your self care regimen and getting dressed. Afterwards, comb your hair down with a wide tooth comb, and touch it up with a flat iron, set at a low temperature (with heat no higher than 400 degrees), if necessary. Enjoy the rest of your day with bouncy tresses. Watch this video on how to brush your hair into a wrap, below:
Roll it up
Remember how your mom and granny used to roll up their hair at night to have a fresh ‘do in the morning? Well, they did that because it works! The best type of rollers to use are flexi-rods and wire mesh rollers (sometimes, affectionately called “chicken wire rollers” or “tension rollers” by veteran cosmetologists).
Flexi-rods are really easy to use and are easily securable by bending the rod in the position that you want it to stay in. You can find these rods in a variety of sizes to get the desired style that you want. I recommend getting a larger size if you have a feathered style or body curls. You will need 12-16 rods to hold your style in place. Secure by tying them in place with a satin scarf. This should be done right before going to bed.
Flexi-Rods
Wire Mesh rollers are the ultimate styling tool for night sweaters. Placed correctly, they will add slight tension to your hair (not enough to damage it) to hold your style in place. You will need medium to large sized rollers and the plastic roller picks to keep them in place. Secure with a satin scarf. This should also be done right before going to bed.
Wire Mesh Roller
Take baths instead of showers
If you’re used to taking showers, I know making this type of lifestyle change could be a big deal, but pampering yourself in the bathtub can be quite relaxing and beneficial.
The steam from showers can be detrimental to your silk press if you’re not careful. If you love hot showers like I do, there’s a chance of your hair completely reverting back to natural.
Taking a bath can be more beneficial because you have a lower chance of your hair being affected by perpetual steam from the water. Use a lower temperature of warm water to prevent your hair from reverting, and wrap or roll your hair before placing yourself in the bathtub. Your hair will thank you and your silk press will last longer.
Get Steam Treatments for your hair
Sometimes, when our hair reverts back to its natural state due to humidity, it’s because the hair lacks moisture, and is “thirsty” for it. Therefore, when your hair feels humidity in the air, it is triggered to absorb the moisture from it.
This is where steam treatments can be beneficial to you. When you add ionized moisture to your hair through steam treatments, it doesn’t feel the need to absorb the moisture from humidity. Steam treatments could greatly help in the prevention of your hair reverting back to natural before your next hair appointment.
thermal styling with low heat
It is perfectly fine to flat iron your hair in between salon visits, but there are guidelines that you must follow and precautions you must take.
You may safely flat iron your hair up to twice a week without potentially causing heat damage to your hair. Use a temperature setting of 350-400 degrees. Higher heat can cause hair damage that could be irreversible, affecting your natural curl pattern.
Use heat protectant- Heat protectants act as a barrier between your hair and your heat tool. Make sure you have a heat protectant that is alcohol and paraben free to maintain the health of your hair and keep moisture in tact.
Use a heat tool that protects your hair from damage- A fast-acting infrared heat tool is what you should use if you want to minimize damage to your hair. Infrared straighteners are the gentlest approach to heat your hair. Infrared heat, heats hair from the inside out as opposed to the outside in. It’s simply healthier for your hair, compared to other straighteners.
Conclusion
By following a few simple steps, you can keep your hair sleek and straight for longer periods of time. Remember, with a little care and attention, your silk press can last longer, giving you the fabulous look you desire. Happy styling!
