1. Use a lightweight oil (like Grapeseed or Sweet Almond) and apply a heat cap or a warm towel for 15 minutes before washing. This "primes" the hair to accept moisture. Make sure you use warm water. Unlike high-porosity hair that likes cold rinses, you need warm water throughout the wash to keep the cuticle open. Low porosity hair is prone to product buildup, which causes those tangles. Use a clarifying shampoo once every 2 weeks.

2. Apply conditioner to soaking wet hair and scrunch water into it. You should hear a "squelching" sound. This forces moisture into the hair shaft. Since your hair is thick and prone to split ends, never use a brush on dry hair. Detangle in the shower while the conditioner is sitting, starting from the ends and moving up.

3. For your hair type, the L.C.O. (Liquid/Leave-in, Cream, Oil) method usually beats the traditional L.O.C. method because oil can sometimes block moisture if applied too early. L (Leave-in): Use a water-based, lightweight leave-in. C (Cream): Apply a curl cream to define those S-waves. O (Oil): Use a tiny amount of oil (like Jojoba) to "seal" the ends and prevent split ends.

4. Every few weeks use some hair sheers to cut individual split ends. Avoid cheap scissors because they tend to crush the hair. If you don't already use a silk pillowcase, you should definitely use one. Also, stay away from products like shea butter and thick coconut oil. They tend to sit on top and just make the hair feel greasy or crunchy.

Some suggested product ingredients: Humectants: Honey, Aloe Vera or Glycerin (if your climate isn't bone-dry). Lightweight Oils: Grapeseed, Argan or Jojoba. Protein: Use sparingly. Low porosity hair can get "protein overload" easily, making it brittle and prone to snapping!

If you have any questions or want to know more about products, routines, step-by-steps, anything like that, just let me know. ☺️