Getting a WEAVE?? Choose the right hair!

Getting a weave is a fun and safe way to change up your look for a month or two. A popular protective styling option, they protect your natural hair from harsh effects of styling. The question I get asked most is, "What hair should I get?" The hair you choose should be dependent on a few factors.

First, consider how long you plan on wearing the weave. Some people want a weave for a special event, so they keep it up for less than a week. Other people wear their hair for three months at a time. Knowing how long you plan to keep the weave in may change the method of installation.

Next, what look are you going for?

• Do you want a full weave with a lace closure? None of your natural hair will be left out, giving your natural hair complete protection. Any hair texture can be used to complete this look.
• Do you want a full weave with your natural hair covering the wefts? This is a very natural-looking method, allowing your own natural hair to blend with the weave. It's a good idea to choose a weave texture that you can match to your natural hair to easily.
• Are you looking for just a little length and fullness? Perhaps a partial weave is for you. A partial weave has only a few rows of extensions added to give your natural hair some length and volume. It's VERY important to get hair that matches your natural hair texture for a seamless blend.

You should also consider your amount of physical activity. Let's say you work out five days a week and sweat heavily in your hair. You would need to wash your hair at least once or twice a week, so the quality of hair you choose should be prime. You may also want to choose a method that provides easy washing.

Where to Purchase Hair

Beauty Supply stores are a quick and convenient way to actually see and feel the hair before you buy it. Beauty supply stores do tend to mark up the hair quite a bit, so be ready to pay top dollar for hair that's not top quality.

Buying hair online is another option that people enjoy. You can find some amazing deals on hair on Amazon or websites like Hair Sisters, with honest customer reviews.

Lots of hair stylists are selling hair as well, including myself! Some stylists sell hair in their shops which is really convenient.

Visit my hair shop by clicking HERE. I sell 100% Virgin Human hair online through a provider called Mayvenn. Mayvenn provides quality hair with pristine customer service and easy exchanges and even refunds if you are not satisfied with your purchase!!! There's always some type of sale going on, which is awesome! Selling hair through Mayvenn also allows women to make extra income, you don't have to be a stylist to sell hair. If you're interested in selling hair through Mayvenn (there's NO out-of-pocket cost, EVER!!) click HERE and tell them Nappturals by Jas sent you!

Care and Upkeep

Whether your hair is wavy, curly, or straight - your nighttime regimen matters. While your favorite stylist might've hooked you up with a gorgeous sew-in - that's only half the battle when it comes to hair maintenance. A proper nighttime routine will ensure that your look remains fresh and that you'll be ready to slay on command. A wise woman once said: Stay ready so you don't have to get ready!

Curly hair is the most high-maintenance texture so you'll need to take a bit more care to make your curls pop the next morning. We talked about curly hair and how to care for it at length in this post. But to recap: at night, spray your curls with a leave-in conditioner or water-based moisturizer and distribute it through your hair evenly. Next, you're going to put your hair into a pineapple (learn how to do it here) and then put on a silk bonnet. The next morning, spray your hair with more leave-in conditioner, shake it out, and go!

If you're wearing wavy hair in its natural texture, preserving the waves are pretty easy. At bedtime, separate your hair into two sections and braid each part. Feel free to add more braids if your wave pattern is tighter. For a deep wave we recommend four braids.

In the morning, spritz your hair with a curl refresher or leave-in conditioner and you're good to go!

The best way to keep a straight sew-in weave as straight and sleek as possible is to wrap it at night.