
Now
that winter is over and the wool hats are banished to the storage
closet, its about time we let down our buns and enjoy hair that blows
in the wind!
Yet, one the common complaints I hear from women is
that they can't seem to achieve hair that "swangs", or moves
effortlessly, without heading to the beauty salon.
Here are a few tips that have helped me achieve that Victoria's Secret swang at home!
1. ClarifyOnce
a month, shampoo with a clarifying shampoo, followed by detangling
shampoo and/or deep conditioner. Clarifying once a month will help you
get rid of any build up that can make your hair look dull and lifeless.
2. Less ProductWhen the hair is weighed down with moisturizer or oil, it will lose its ability to move and bounce.
Trade
in your moisturizer for a super light liquid leave-in like Jane Carter
Revitalizing Leave-In Conditioner or Kenra Daily Provision. Mist or
scrunch into hair daily to keep it light, fresh and bouncy.
If you are attached to your moisturizer or oil, use a pea size amount every other day.
3. Swing-able ProductsThere
are certain products that just seem to make your hair "swing" better
than others. I personally recommend the Neutrogena Triple Moisture and
Paul Mitchell Skinny line. They always leave me with light, bouncy hair.
4. Soft Hair Hair
that feels hard or stiff to the touch won't swing. Soften hair weekly
by adding a tablespoon of Sweet Almond Oil to your shampoo or deep
conditioner.
5. Setting For long lasting bounce,
nothing beats setting the hair on rollers or flexi rods. If you already
set your hair, move down a size in rollers for bouncier curls. Use a
light liquid setting lotion and pin curl the hair at night.
Sidenote
- I find that mesh rollers tend to keep the hair bouncier for a longer
period of time than magnetic rollers. They also are easier to use and
take less time to dry, especially for naturals.