𝑊𝑎𝑠ℎ𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑤𝑒𝑒𝑘𝑙𝑦
The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) recommends washing tightly coiled hair once a week or less. Washing more frequently can remove care products and some sebum, possibly drying out the scalp and hair.

People with scalp conditions, such as seborrheic dermatitis, or dandruff, may need to wash their hair more often. A dermatologist may recommend washing twice a week, for example.

The choice of shampoo is also important. Some anti-dandruff and regular shampoos contain harsh ingredients, such as sulfates, which can remove natural oils and dry out the hair, making it harder to comb and more likely to break.

Look for gentle, moisturizing shampoos, and use a conditioner with each wash, making sure that the conditioner coats the ends of the hair. While washing, massage the scalp gently. Pat the hair dry with a towel, rather than rubbing it.

𝐷𝑒𝑒𝑝 𝑐𝑜𝑛𝑑𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑖𝑛𝑔
In addition to using a conditioner with each wash, a person might try a deep conditioning or oil treatment once or twice a month. This adds moisture to the hair.

After shampooing, apply a deep conditioner or a natural oil, such as jojoba, to the hair and scalp. Wrap the hair in a warm towel and leave it for up to 30 minutes.

When using an oil, choose one that melts at body temperature. This prevents the need to heat the oil ahead of time.

A person might need to experiment to find the right oil for their hair, but some options include:

> jojoba oil
> shea butter or shea butter oil
> emu oil
> Combing while the hair is wet
> Curly hair can tangle easily, making it prone to break while brushing. For this reason, it is best not to comb textured hair when it is dry. Instead:

Apply a moisturizer or a leave-in conditioner while the hair is wet.
Divide the hair into sections. Comb each section with a wide-toothed or detangling comb, using gentle strokes and focusing on the ends of the hair first. Gradually move up the hair shaft until each section is detangled. A person can use a spray bottle filled with water to dampen the hair if it is not already wet.

𝑅𝑒𝑑𝑢𝑐𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑓𝑟𝑖𝑐𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑑𝑢𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑠𝑙𝑒𝑒𝑝
Movement during sleep can rub the hair and cause damage. Also, some fabrics can absorb moisture from the hair and scalp.

To avoid these issues, it may be a good idea to:

Remove any tight hand bands before bed. Use a smooth, silk or satin hair wrap to reduce friction. Use a silk or satin pillowcase.