Rice Water: Protein or Hype? — Case Notes #2

Rice Water: Protein or Hype? — Case 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. Layer gel/foam; rake then scrunch
2. Soak thoroughly before applying anything
3. Detangle with water + conditioner in sections
4. Dry hands-off; break the cast only when fully dry

Toolkit

• Chelating/clarifying shampoo (as needed)
• Wide-tooth comb or flexible brush
• Satin/silk pillowcase or bonnet
• Microfiber towel or T-shirt
• Deep conditioner/mask (monthly)
• Hard-hold gel or mousse for humidity

“Hands-off until fully dry is half the battle.”

Example

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

Tools angle: choose diffusers by bowl and airflow, and brushes by flexibility and slip—comfort beats hype.

Porosity & Climate Notes

• High porosity: seal ends; more frequent masks
• Low porosity: lighter layers; avoid heavy oils

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