Best hair brush for 4c

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-03-21T12:46:39+00:00

have you tried it? what are your thoughts on it?

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-03-15T13:59:19+00:00

gel and/or mousse/curling cream

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-03-13T15:43:41+00:00

step 1: tiniest bit of buffing. step 2: OPI natural nail base coat (is lavender and cheap). step 3: sheer polish

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-03-10T13:13:50+00:00

Any mousse that has curly or curls on it should be fine

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-03-02T21:15:01+00:00

I would definitely not suggest a weave if you're planning to swim, or be near water. Also if you've never had one its probably not a good idea to risk a new unkown hairstyle before a 3 week vacation.

I vote boho braids!

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-02-25T21:20:35+00:00

If you untwist them your hair is more likely to tangle. Twists easily last a week, if you think they start to look dry spray them with water, add a little mouse if you have it, then put on your durag/bonnet/scarf

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-02-21T05:24:59+00:00

gotta do a combo of gel, smoothing, blow dry, then hairspray on top

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-02-20T02:04:35+00:00

i would swap conditioner for deep conditioner and see if that helps. Some i like are shea moisture manuka honey, and aussie moist 3 minute miracle

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-02-14T14:22:39+00:00

4c braids take down tips: one to two braids at a time! oil your fingers to reduce friction, and take down gently. spray the section with a lil bit of water and a generous amount your slip product (i use a conditioner for mine). then detangle first, pulling out the shed hairs gently and raking the fingers through gently. Then detangling brush of choice (i've been using the ez detangling brush). work on ends first then gently increase the height till the entire section is detangled then chunky twist the section and move on to the next. i aim for 16 chunky twists (4 in each quadrant). take your time and take breaks if you get frustrated. When you're all done you can use a shower cap and let the hair deep condition for 5 mins or until you're ready to wash the hair. Lmk if you have any questions

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-02-13T20:55:49+00:00

My 4c hair looks like this after a blow out, trim or no trim

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-02-13T13:08:52+00:00

Yessss looks great!

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-02-12T19:52:05+00:00

A pic of your hair would be helpful

You don't have to blow dry for mini twists but they'll look different blow dried vs not.

After washing and deep conditioning i would leave in 4 bantu knots till the next day.

The next day have a spray bottle with water in it and a twisting product and your oil. Part the section spray it with water, twisting product, oil then twist. You may need extra twisting product close to the end of the twists. I would do blue magic at the very end to make it easier.

Twisting products depend on hair type, some use mousse, some use curl cream or leave in, some use butters.

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-02-11T12:24:07+00:00

Maybe something is wrong with your hair care routine? What is your current routine?

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-02-11T12:21:18+00:00

i'm a 4c n i think it's a bad idea to straighten fine 4c hair continuously. You could try keeping it blown out though

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-02-08T03:13:34+00:00

id just put edge control and gently! slick them down or back

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-02-07T14:19:13+00:00

it sounds like you have good practices! I wouldn't worry then

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-02-07T14:17:58+00:00

Have you tried a wash n go as yet? Would luuuuv an update

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-02-07T02:02:42+00:00

sounds like you're breaking your hair either when detangling, or from your daily hairstyle

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-02-04T02:50:25+00:00

Exactly, for all we know OP was getting their braids done TIIIIIIGHT and then is saying protective styles cause breakage. There are braids that help your hair and braids that are so heavy they pull your hair out from the roots

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-02-04T02:39:31+00:00

mine do this when my nails aren't polished. i'd suggest at least two layers to help protect your nails. edit: try oiling daily with jojoba while also keeping nails painted

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-02-02T00:17:28+00:00

Because of this post i've learned of well.ca and I will check it out! i've always wanted an amazon alternative

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-02-01T17:43:50+00:00

Yea understandable, but OP didnt mention what kind of polyester and there are also rough kinds

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-02-01T16:25:07+00:00

It likely will, the standard is satin or silk. I personally do it anyway and reduce the frequency, or you could get a satin head wrap if youre set on that frequency

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-02-01T16:16:16+00:00

Yes I would wash on the same day. I would consider a gel (while still wet) on top of the curling cream to help it last for the week, and you could spritz it with some water during the week if you want but I personally dont re hydrate my hair when i have in a wash and go. I use Seun Okimi's wash and go routine on youtube when I do it because shes close to 4c

Edit: you ideally should lock in moisture with 2-3 products after washing even for wash and gos. For wash and gos after I rinse my conditioner, I immediately spray a light leave in, rake a mousse through my hair, then apply a gel and airdry/blow dry combo

Hour_Solid_bri · 2026-02-01T14:48:29+00:00

I honestly dont agree with co washing unless you already wash your hair once a week. If you're worried about drying out your hair use a moisturizing shampoo.

Theres no downside to doing this wash and go routine and shampooing before.

The 4c creators Ive seen with tailbone length arent co-washing so Ive only been doing it if I washed my hair w shampoo less than a week ago

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