Tuesday, March 4, 2014

How To Grow Out Your Nape Hair



Some of these tips are no-brainers and techniques that we already 
practice. So, I think it’s probably best to pick and choose the techniques that are likely to work for you and modify as needed:

 Don’t over-manipulate the hair at the nape with brushing and/or combing.

 Be very gentle when detangling the nape area (finger detangling is recommended).

 Wear styles that prevent your nape hair from rubbing your clothing as excessive friction can cause damage and breakage.

Avoid placing a lot of tension on the nape hair with overly tight weaves, braids, bun and ponytail styles.

Protect the nape at night with a silk/satin scarf and/or bonnet ensuring that this area is fully covered.

 A satin pillowcase adds yet another level of protection in the event that your headgear is prone to “slippage” like mine.

If you use commercial permanent colors, apply dyes to the nape last so that it is processed for less time or don’t treat this area at all.

 If/when you use heat, reduce the temperature and ensure the hair is adequately treated with a heat protector. 
Moisturize and seal this hair more if hair it is prone to dryness. This applies to using additional conditioner through the wash session (regular conditioner, deep conditioner) and moisture during styling (leave-in, styler, sealing).

 Massage the scalp to promote circulation and growth. (I use an essential oil mix that has been proven to stimulate growth. 

Braid the nape hair into a horizontal cornrow and thread the length through the cornrow to protect it.

29 comments:

  1. I'm sending this link to my cousin. She's been losing hair at her nape for a while and it will not grow back. Perhaps these steps will help out a little.

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  2. Which oil mix are you using for your scalp?

    xx Lori

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  3. I needed this i have been losing my hair in nape area and it made me so sad but thanks for the tips
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  4. Thanks for the tips. The nape is definitely a big problem area
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  5. This is i like. Pls talk also on how to prevent your front hair from breaking.
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  6. I remember my stylist once told me never to use a hair brush aggressively around the nape 'cause it will break the hair. Love your tips girl. Worth noting.

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  7. Hey girl thank you so much for the comment. These tips are good and they're simple to do to, I think that's what I really like about it!Take care girl!

    Sincerely Miss J
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  8. As always, great tips.
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  9. Nice post. I don't have this problem but I think a lot of the tips you gave can be applicable to healthier hair in general.

    Great tips xx
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    1. Oh and always thanks for the lovely compliments!!! You're so sweet :)

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  10. Thank goodness i don't suffer from this, i always try as much as possible not to pack my hair hair up all the time.Great tips babes.

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  11. Great tips Uchenna! I am trying to grow out my lower nape area.

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  12. Great tips dear! My nape hair is actually the longest part of my hair.

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  13. Hi uchenna, I would like to know some tips and tricks on growing out the hairline. I have tried everything but it doen't seem to work. I would love if you could help a sister out :)
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  14. I'll start doing the horizontal cornrow and the scalp massaging for this!

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  15. Styling is the main issue. Too tight ponytails or buns, not allowing our hair to breath with braids and extensions, fungus caused by not washing the hair often enough. Lot of causes. Great post, beautiful!

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  16. tanx girl friend, its like you really know the issues i face wit my hair. tanx for the tips

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  17. Lovely tips again Uchenna! I always come back to your blog for more!
    My own problem area is still my frontal hair...In my opinion, a lot of these hair breakages also boil down to genetics??

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  18. Wonderful tips.
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  20. UcheennnaA!!!! You did it again, I always come to steal your style tips mehnn..


    so how long should the african hair really carry weaves or braids for, to keep your hair healthy?

    xx

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  21. Great tips....I don't think a lot of people consistently use these protective methods.

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  22. I don't have this problem however, these tips are really helpful. Thanks for sharing!

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  23. Never bother abt all these tiny details bt u keep opening my eyes.
    Thanks for sharing!

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  24. Great tips sis!! I don't have this, but in case it comes, i know where to get help. Appreciated much :-)

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  25. Can you do a post on edges? I'm still trying to get mine to recover after wearing braids years ago!

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  26. what about the edges?
    My nape area is ok

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