Buildup Reset: Start Fresh Without Drying Out
Buildup Reset: Start Fresh Without Drying Out. We’ll cut through hype and show you what reliably moves the needle.
The core idea: fewer, better steps. Cleanse the scalp well, condition until slip, style on soaking-wet hair, then hands-off until dry.
Steps
- Soak thoroughly before applying anything
- Apply leave-in on soaking-wet hair
- Detangle with water + conditioner in sections
Toolkit
- Microfiber towel or T-shirt
- Chelating/clarifying shampoo (as needed)
- Deep conditioner/mask (monthly)
- Hard-hold gel or mousse for humidity
- Wide-tooth comb or flexible brush
- Satin/silk pillowcase or bonnet
“Technique first, product second.”
Example
For high humidity: leave-in + hard-hold gel, then hover-diffuse to 60% and finish with cup-and-hold. Don’t break the cast early.
Science angle: porosity governs water movement; humectants pull moisture; film-formers create a cast; proteins patch weak spots temporarily.
Porosity & Climate Notes
- Low porosity: lighter layers; avoid heavy oils
- High porosity: seal ends; more frequent masks
FAQ
How long to deep condition? 10–20 minutes under a cap is usually enough.
Best diffusing approach? Hover to 60%, then cup-and-hold; break cast only when fully dry.
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