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The Blowout - handling transitioning hair

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I tend to change my hair alot and with that comes heat and chemical damage. This is a method I use to achieve a good blowout while naturing and growing my hair.
 
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I like how the article covers the basics, this gives us an understanding of what is meant by transitioning. I have a mixture of different hair textures due to heat and chemicals.
Transitioning 101: My journey from relaxed to natural - Flora & Curl
 
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You want to start off with a good wash. My hair has low porosity so I use warmer water to get it properly wet first and remove some of the oils and gels to allow the product to penetrate better.
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After rinsing your shampoo completely out, towel dry it and use this product to help detangle your hair. This is a golden oldie for me. This helps reduce friction on your damaged ends
Kair Hydro Nutritive Frizz Control Treatment 200ml - Clicks
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Once your hair is detangled..you going to section into 4 parts, add the mayonnaise with your fingers twist each section when your done, cover with a shower cap and let it cook for 20 min😉
Hair Mayonnaise Deep Conditioner - Originals by Africa's Best
 
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After rinsing the mayonnaise out, towel dry your hair. Your ready to start blowing out. I normally prep my hair by adding a small amount of bone dry Blowout Lotion product. This soften my roots so I pull less and adds great shine.
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After detangling with the bone straight, I add on some heat defence spray. This one is enriched with keratin argan complex
Perfect Touch Heat Defence Spray Review - Styling Products
 
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I use a mixture of blowing out brushes depending on the texture. The wooden brush with added softer bristles retains more heat. The metal ones heat up faster. Use a brush that is easy to grip. Narrow ones for short hair and wider brushes for longer ...
Blowout Brush
 
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I have had this dryer for a while. It is good quality. Use the nozzle to direct the heat, spend more time on your roots and limit the amount of heat when brushing past the damaged ends. Do just enough to get it smooth. Blow the root downward for flat...
Wahl Professional Hairdryer 2000W - Clicks
 
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This is great if your trying to limit heat damage as much as practically possible. The ceramic and tourmaline technology helps regulate the heat. You might be tempted to do more than one pass as it feels so light but one pass gets the job done💖
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Silicon sometimes gets a bad reputation but I think its just a matter of application. I add a small amount and rub my fingers together to activate it, then add onto the hair. It helps seal the hair. Its less prone to frizz and keeps your blowout for ...
Long & Lasting Silicone Serum 50ml | Dis-Chem
 
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Brush your hair in a swirl and put it in a hair net (hot weather) or a satin bonnet (cold weather). Whichever is more comfortable. It will keep your hair silky.
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If your doing it right. You should look like this. Let me know if you need any help along the way.
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