Braids can be more than just a protective style, they can be a time saving staple in your styling routine, allowing you to change up your look while reducing the need to spend time on your hair day after day.
To ensure that you're enjoying the comfort under your braids, you need to keep both your hair and your scalp moisturised and happy.
Dooa Beauty understands the importance of a good hair care regime for textured and multi-cultural hair types. That is why their brand offers a selection of hair, body and personal care products including a range of trusted beauty essentials from the brands hair care collection.
From cleansing, conditioning and styling to treatment products including their Hair Moisturiser category - Dooa Beauty's Hair Moisturiser range helps keep hair hydrated and soft.
Why does my hair get dry under braids?
Whilst braids can help maintain moisture in your hair, you may still struggle with dryness and lack of elasticity at the roots and along the braids.
This is often due to a mixture of environmental factors such as dry air, heat and the friction caused by the braid plus build-up from products or reduced scalp care routine when hair is braided for extended periods of time.
It's important to give your hair the moisture it needs without overdoing it as heavy products can cause product build-up around the roots and on the scalp, leaving your hair feeling greasy and difficult to cleanse.
What type of moisturiser should I use on my braids?
A good hair moisturiser can add the hydration your braids need and promote healthy looking hair with increased softness and manageability. Opt for a light weight option if your hair is in braids and you want to apply your hair moisturiser on a regular basis.
Dooa Beauty's hair moisturiser range includes a variety of products designed to provide different methods of moisturising and protecting your hair.
Motions Weightless Daily Oil Moisture Hair Lotion, ORS Olive Oil Fortifying Hair Creme with Castor Oil and African Pride Olive Miracle Oil Moisturizing Lotion are a few of the options available within their hair moisturiser collection for dry, brittle hair.
How can I add moisture to my braids without causing build-up?
Split your braids into sections and gently apply your favourite hair moisturiser to each part, focusing on the more dry, brittle parts.
Avoid soaking your braid as this can weigh your hair down and cause build-up.
When using a hair moisturiser suitable for use on the scalp, gently apply the product and massage it into your scalp with your fingertips.
You don't need to use vigorous motions to aid absorption, a light touch will be more effective than worrying about getting every strand of hair.
If you start to notice that your braids are becoming heavier with product or your hair feels sticky or coated, it's a sign that you should probably be using less product or less frequently.
How can I keep my scalp healthy and my braids moisturised?
In addition to regular moisturising, your scalp needs to be cleansed on a regular basis to maintain a healthy environment for hair growth.
Depending on what type of braid you have and your personal preference, you may want to consider using a gentle cleanser on your scalp to remove sweat, excess oil, and product build-up from your hair.
Once you've finished cleansing, be sure to let your braids and scalp dry completely before applying any additional products.
Applying multiple layers of product to damp braids can leave your style feeling heavy.
If you start to experience persistent itchiness, redness, soreness or flaky scalp, consider talking to a medical professional rather than trying further hair treatments.
How can I keep my braids moisturised overnight?
As well as morning care, your night time routine can have an impact on how moisturised your braids are.
A satin or silk scarf, bonnet or pillow case can help reduce friction between your braid and your bedding, reducing breakage and split ends caused by coarse cotton fabric.
Avoid tugging at your braids to reposition them throughout the night, especially around the hairline.
You can also use a light weight product to refresh your braids in the morning rather than relying on heavier creams that can cause product build up.
With the right hair moisturiser and scalp care products you can prolong the life of your braids, reduce snagging and discomfort and enjoy your protective style.
Braids can reduce the amount of styling you do on your hair, but they don't remove it altogether.
You still need to keep your hair moisturised and your scalp cared for in order to prolong the life of your braid style, reduce breakage and promote healthy hair growth.
Lightweight, regular moisturising, gentle scalp maintenance and reduced friction can help you keep your braids looking pretty and your scalp feeling comfortable.
Check out Dooa Beauty's hair moisturiser range to find the perfect products for your hair care regime.