How you prep your natural hair for protective styles is the most important component of protective styling. We wear protective styles to give our natural coils a break from the rigors of daily styling. Ensuring your natural hair (and scalp) is clean and properly moisturized while tucked away for weeks (and sometimes months!) is crucial for maintaining length and improving hair health.
I’ve been wearing protective styles since 2017, and my hair is the healthiest it’s ever been. This is my wash day routine and how I prep my natural hair for my protective styles.
