Exercise is important to good health and longevity. But for African-American women it inevitably means having a “bad” hair day! If you are doing a lot of cardio you may have noticed that your hair feels a little drier than usual. Remember that the scalp is skin, and just like the skin on your face you must clean it on a regular basis, or you will develop a build-up in the pores. Well, your scalp has pores and follicles that must stay clear and clean in order to keep a healthy environment for healthy hair growth and to inhibit an itchy scalp, or scalp disorders. When you sweat, your hair becomes dehydrated and brittle causing aging damage, which can shorten the life of your strands.
Styling the hair after a hard work out can be a real challenge for some. When starting a workout program, some women may cut their hair short, or weave or braid their hair with extensions. Those are options that you can choose, but don’t ever feel forced. There are ways to keep your hair looking fresh and chic, while preserving your sexy. This simple style will have you feeling good AND looking good in just minutes!
After your quick-fix shampoo and condition, you are ready for the next part.
Step 1. Wrap your head with a towel while you dry off.
Step 2. Remove the towel and lightly apply a leave-in conditioner.
Step 3. Apply a non-alcoholic, styling glaze to your hairline. If your hair is curly, apply a moisturizer before the glaze, then smooth your hair back flat if it’s short, or use a “scrunchie” to gather it into a ponytail for longer hair. Not too tight though!
Step 4. Lightly spray your hair and hairline with a moisturizer, and then tie a satin scarf around the hairline securely.
Step 5. Apply your favorite hair attachment (e.g., bun or drawstring ponytail).
Step 6. Secure the attachment with bobby pins, and then remove the scarf.
Voila! Beauty & Body! You don’t have to sacrifice a healthy body for a hairstyle! Be fit, Be fly!