Someone said the cost of living wants to kill the living. My sister, it’s not a lie.
Attachment N6500, two N13,000, and we've not yet added money for workmanship!
Hehehe. The hair is getting rough? We shall wash it. I was thinking of telling you guys to put your heads inside a washing machine to wash the braids properly. After all, it will give some people's brains the factory reset they need.
Buuuuut, I'm a nice person, so we'll use hands instead.
Here's how to give your braids a proper wash to bring the attachment back to life:
1. Get Your Things Ready
Before you start, get everything you need: shampoo, a small spray bottle, a towel or old T-shirt (they know themselves), and coconut oil.
2. Mix the Shampoo with Water
Don’t just pour shampoo directly on your hair, fine geh—it can be too harsh. Mix a small amount with water in the bottle so it’s lighter and easier to use.
3. Focus on Your Scalp
Pour the shampoo mix on your scalp (the roots o, not the braids). Use your fingertips to massage gently, like when you’re relaxing in the salon. This will help remove the dirt and sweat because they usually reside at the scalp.
4. Rinse with Warm Water
Use warm water (not too hot, not too cold) to rinse your scalp. Let the water flow down your braids to wash off the shampoo, but don’t rub or squeeze the braids—just let the water do the work.
5. Condition the Braids
Take a little conditioner and rub it on the length of your braids (not the roots). This keeps your braids soft and neat. Rinse it out properly to avoid any sticky feeling later.
6. Dry Your Braids Completely
Use the old top to dry the water out of your braids. After that, leave your braids to air dry in the sun. Make sure they’re completely dry; if not, you’ll be smelling like smoked fish.
Things You Shouldn’t Do
- Don’t Wash Too Often: I did not send you a message. Wash your braids once every 2–3 weeks; if not, it will cause them to wear off.
- Don’t Use Thick Oils: Oils like shea butter (Òrí) can attract dust and make your braids sticky. Use light oils like coconut or anointing oil (to cast demons away from the braids).
- Don’t Sleep With Wet Braids: Wet braids and Nigerian weather? Hehehe. Let them dry completely before you go to bed.
- Don’t Ignore Your Scalp: A clean scalp is key to healthy hair. If your scalp is dirty, your braids won’t look fresh no matter how nice they are.
So, my sister, this is how you get wise in this country—by washing your braids and even reusing the attachment. After all, they're not gonna know 😌♥️
Best,
Chika