The Importance of Leave-In Conditioners

Some people underestimate the importance of Leave-In Conditioners. These conditioners are very beneficial to the hair. They keep the cuticle sealed. Conditioners can also protect the hair from outside elements such as heat from the sun as well as it acts as a pH Balancer.

The pH scale shows that hair sits naturally at level 4.5 - 5.5. Anytime the hair goes in to the alkaline zone (7-13) it will be opened. Whenever the hair goes into an acidic zone (1 - 6) the cuticle is closed. Water sits on the pH scale at 7 which tells us that water can slightly raise the cuticle.

It's good to be aware of the effects on hair when it's in each zone.  The process of shampooing the hair is opening the cuticle and conditioning is closing the cuticle.

What happens when you rinse the hair for the last time? Will it raise the cuticle? The answer is yes. That's why it's very important to apply a leave-in conditioner on your hair. This helps it to close that cuticle and restore the pH of your hair.

Hair that has a closed cuticle is smooth, retains moisture and has a lot of movement. This is key for healthy looking hair! 😉

Related Posts

Artist Spotlight - Stephanie Anderson
Artist Spotlight - Stephanie Anderson
You know there are some really really dope artists on Instagram and other social media platforms who I feel are SO do...
Read More
A Few Words on Oppression
A Few Words on Oppression
    There was a time in my youth where I didn’t fear anything. I was free and easy enjoying my toys loving the outdoo...
Read More
Accountability
Accountability
Phone rings… “ Hello”  “ What’s up? “  “ Heeey, how you doing?”  “ Awww nothing just grinding same ole same ole. Hust...
Read More

Be the first to comment

All comments are moderated before being published