pH on Labels: What It Tells You — Field Notes #2
pH on Labels: What It Tells You — Field Notes #2. Here’s a field-tested path you can run for two or three wash days, then decide.
The core idea: fewer, better steps. Cleanse the scalp well, condition until slip, style on soaking-wet hair, then hands-off until dry.
Steps
- Layer gel/foam; rake then scrunch
- Detangle with water + conditioner in sections
- Cleanse the scalp; avoid roughing up lengths
- Apply leave-in on soaking-wet hair
Toolkit
- Deep conditioner/mask (monthly)
- Satin/silk pillowcase or bonnet
- Chelating/clarifying shampoo (as needed)
- Microfiber towel or T-shirt
- Wide-tooth comb or flexible brush
“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.
Common Mistakes
- Applying stylers on nearly-dry hair
- Over-cleansing or never clarifying
- Skipping sleep protection
- Touching hair before fully dry
FAQ
How long to deep condition? 10–20 minutes under a cap is usually enough.
How often to clarify? When hair looks dull/limp or after heavy products/hard water exposure.
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