{"id":10425,"date":"2019-06-10T07:43:18","date_gmt":"2019-06-10T07:43:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/nigeria\/blog\/?p=10425"},"modified":"2019-08-02T15:38:31","modified_gmt":"2019-08-02T15:38:31","slug":"what-you-need-to-know-before-getting-a-weave","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.darlingafrica.com\/nigeria\/blog\/hair-tips\/what-you-need-to-know-before-getting-a-weave\/","title":{"rendered":"What You Need To Know Before Getting A Weave"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Weaves<\/strong><\/a> are life. They\u2019re practical, stylish and add thickness and length to your hair. You can go for a straight, curly, long or short one. A weave can also protect your natural hair, while you grow it if it\u2019s installed correctly. Never had a weave? Don\u2019t sweat it. Here\u2019s everything you need to know before getting those hair extensions.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Care for your natural hair<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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If you want to slay that weave<\/strong><\/a>, you need to make sure that your natural hair is as healthy as it can be. So before getting your weave installed, spend a bit of time giving your hair the TLC it needs. Wash it and then deep condition your hair with your fave products to prepare it for your weave installation.<\/p>\n

2. Stay away from bonded weaves<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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For your scalp to be healthy, it needs to breathe. Bonding suffocates your scalp. This can cause your roots to break and nobody wants that. Rather choose a weaving method that allows you to access your scalp. \u00a0You will thank us when it\u2019s time to take that weave off.<\/p>\n

3. Go to a professional<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Now we know that this sounds obvious, but we just have to say it. If you want your hair extensions to look amazing, without damaging your natural hair, get them done by a professional stylist. Ask around. Your friends or family are bound to know someone who\u2019s got the skills. If they really know what they\u2019re doing, you\u2019re bound to end up with a look that\u2019s InstaWorthy.<\/p>\n

4. Choose the right hair for your lifestyle<\/strong><\/h4>\n

There are a few things you\u2019ll have to think about before choosing the style you want. If you\u2019re always at the gym, then you should probably go for a style that\u2019s low maintenance and lets you exercise easily. If you\u2019re rushed in the morning, then choose one that lets you get-up-and-go. The last thing you want is a style that doesn\u2019t suit your lifestyle. So choose carefully.<\/p>\n

5. Get the right braid pattern and size<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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The foundation for a good weave<\/strong><\/a> comes down to the braiding that\u2019s underneath it. If you\u2019ve gone to an experienced hair stylist, they will take two things into consideration \u2013 the shape of your head and the weave style you\u2019ve chosen. TIP: The best base braids should be small because bulky braids lead to bulky weaves. This takes us to our next point\u2026<\/p>\n

6. Don\u2019t damage your hairline<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Even though your braids should be small, they shouldn\u2019t be too tight or applied too close to your hairline. Try leave as much hair around the edges as you can. This will save you a whole lot of pain and protect those little hairs from being pulled out.<\/p>\n

7. Go for a cut you love\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Cutting your weave allows you to make it your own. So talk to your stylist about what style will suit you. Light layers around your face can accentuate your features. Long layers create body and movement. Do some research and be open to what your stylist suggests. After all, you want your hair to look as natural as possible.<\/p>\n

8. Look after your natural hair<\/strong><\/h4>\n

So your weave is in and now you don\u2019t have to do a thing until you take it out. No! Just because you have a weave, doesn\u2019t mean that you must forget about your natural hair. Apply a moisturiser to your hairline at night and keep your scalp clean. A build-up of the product can block pores and damage your hair.<\/p>\n

9. Don’t forget your scalp<\/strong><\/h4>\n

For extra protection and to make sure that your scalp doesn\u2019t sweat, wrap a silk scarf around your hair before going to bed or going to the gym. If you do sweat, make sure to wash it and allow it to air dry. This will help keep your scalp healthy so that your hair can keep growing while it\u2019s under a protective style.<\/p>\n

10.\u00a0<\/strong> Don\u2019t leave your weave in for too long<\/strong><\/h4>\n

When you love your style it\u2019s hard to say goodbye. But remember, weaves should only be worn for a maximum of 6 weeks. Don\u2019t keep it in for longer than that. Your scalp needs to breathe so that it can stay healthy.<\/p>\n

Now that you know exactly what to do before you get a weave, go and have a little fun looking for a Darling style you love. Then once you\u2019ve had it installed, share some pics with us. We\u2019d love to see you slay.<\/p>\n

\"\"\"\"\"\"\"\"Visit our Facebook page<\/a><\/strong> and tell us if you plan to try weaves anytime soon:<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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