If hair weaves have been your saving grace on several occasions, you only have one woman to thank!
Christina Jenkins is credited with the invention of the hair weave in the 1950s — an incredible invention that she actually holds the patent for! Today, nearly all the best salons in Atlanta, GA are offering the service of sew-in weave installation. For many people, getting a sew-in weave is a way to give their natural hair a break.
If you’re one of those people, here are some tips on taking care of your hair underneath the weave.
1. Wash It Sparingly
Although it is important to cleanse your weave and scalp regularly, shampooing it too often can actually lead to dryness. To combat this, hair stylists and weave specialists suggest shampooing your sew-in weave once in about two-to-three weeks. You can use a leave-in and antioxidant-free conditioner afterwards.
2. Cleanse Regularly
Just like you should cleanse your natural hair, you should also cleanse your hair under the sew-in weave. Discuss which cleanser will suit your hair type the best with a hair stylist. It’s important to put your cleanser directly on your scalp so it can reach your natural hair. For this, you can use nozzles.
3. Detangle and Wrap It Up
Detangling your sew-in weave is a must! Tangled hair leads to more breakage, matting, residue build-up from shampoos and other products and overall damages your hair. Detangle your hair every night and wrap it up in a satin or silk wrap overnight while you sleep.
4. Moisturize with Oils
Your sew-in needs the same care you’d give to your natural hair, so oiling it will only do you good. Search for hair oils with no harsh ingredients, buy one that would suit your hair the best (consult a weave specialist) and apply it to your scalp with a nozzle.
5. Dry It, But with Minimal Heat
Leaving your hair to dry out naturally after a wash is generally good, but for a sew-in weave, it can lead to moisture build-up, flaking and weird smells. Use a hair dryer on low heat to dry your hair out from the roots downwards.
Get Sew-in Weaves Installed in Atlanta
If you’d like to get in touch with a highly skilled weave specialist in Atlanta, GA, then reach out to the team at Hair Fetish Salon!
We specialize in providing the best hair care services in Atlanta. Our hair stylists are trained in full lace wig installations, silk presses, sew-in weave installations and lace frontal repairs among other services. You can check out our packages and pricing on our website.
Feel free to get in touch for an appointment.
