Fragrance-Free Routines: When & How — Field Notes #2

Fragrance-Free Routines: When & How — Field Notes #2. If your routine feels random, this turns it into repeatable steps you can actually keep.

The core idea: fewer, better steps. Cleanse the scalp well, condition until slip, style on soaking-wet hair, then hands-off until dry.

Steps

1. Dry hands-off; break the cast only when fully dry
2. Apply leave-in on soaking-wet hair
3. Cleanse the scalp; avoid roughing up lengths
4. Soak thoroughly before applying anything
5. Detangle with water + conditioner in sections
6. Layer gel/foam; rake then scrunch

Toolkit

• Satin/silk pillowcase or bonnet
• Chelating/clarifying shampoo (as needed)
• Microfiber towel or T-shirt
• Deep conditioner/mask (monthly)

“Technique first, product second.”

Example

For winter: reduce humectants, use richer emollients, and seal ends lightly; diffuse on low heat to avoid damp frizz.

Execution angle: one tweak at a time for 2–3 wash days; track results briefly so patterns become obvious.

Porosity & Climate Notes

• High porosity: seal ends; more frequent masks
• Humidity: pair humectants with film-formers

FAQ

How long to deep condition? 10–20 minutes under a cap is usually enough.

Do I need protein weekly? Only if hair feels overly soft/stretchy; otherwise rotate monthly.

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