How to make your Silk Press/ Blowout last longer!

Hi Beauties!

Happy Friday!! I just got my hair done and it has flipped my entire mood. Historically, I’ve been able to maintain my pressed hair without retouching after leaving the salon – which has helped me preserve my curls over the years! Here are some tips and tricks on how you too can make your pressed hair last longer than 4 days!

1. Always wrap your hair.

From the moment I walk into my house, I run to the bathroom, grab my paddle brush and begin to wrap my hair and secure it with pins. I then tie my wrap with a silk scarf and throw on my silk cap for added protection. I know this sounds like a lot but this is the only way to ensure that your roots don’t puff and start to swell. I came across an awesome tutorial years ago on how you can achieve the best wrap or what Dominican’s refer to as a “Doobie” – make sure you have a scarf or breathable nylon cap like this.

But remember, the wrap is only half the battle – take down is just as important!

2. Shower smartly.

This might sound silly but it is critical that you keep your hair wrapped and covered while taking a shower. Even though it’s wrapped it can still swell. So, you will need to keep your scarf and silk bonnet on. Let’s be real…even throw on that shower cap for added protection from the water and steam. Trust me, this will prevent frizziness in the end.

3.Get the most out of your straight hair.

After day 5 it’s almost impossible to maintain the same level of straightness you had days prior but that doesn’t mean your hair is done being fablous! Try half up, half down styles, messy buns and unique up do’s. This one is my absolute favorite of all time.

4.LESS PRODUCT is better.

Don’t get the urge to combat frizz with added product. Your hair is bound to frizz and swell eventually, so just let it happen and try your best to hide it with a cool style. The more product you put in your straight hair the more weighed down and oily it will become.