To Weave…..or Not to Weave That is the Question

P.O.S.H. is all about healthy hair. Weaves can be used for transitioning into your nautral or for playing with color. YES!!! There are good and bad techniques for weaving. Please do your homework on your stylist before allowing her to put your weave in.

The Methods

BONDING – a popular temporary weaving method to add tracks to your hair. Tracks of hair are glued to the roots of your own hair with a special adhesive. This method is the most damaging to your natural hair. Glue is definitely not a way to grow healthy hair.

TRACKS - This method depends on how the stylist chooses to braid the hair. Think of these as singular corn rows braided horizontally across your scalp. Then a track of hair is sewn directly on to the braid. This method is used so when your hair grows out it looks natural and not bulky. Portions at the crown or front of the head can be left out to cover the tracks and blend the hair.

NET/OR CAP – By far the best method!! The hair is braided into a continuous circle around the head starting from the outer edge of the scalp. This technique involves braiding natural tresses under a thin, breathable net that serves as a flat surface onto which stylists can weave extensions. The extensions are sewn onto the cap and not the hair allowing optimal growth. This style can last for up to three months if properly maintained. This style must be dried under a hair dryer to make sure the scalp is completely dry.

We highly recommend the cap method- Las Vegans who want a recommendation please let me know!!

Types of Hair

Remy Hair/Indian Hair – This is the best for your money. This hair is also popularly referred to as ‘virgin hair’, and of premium quality and can be reused for years with proper care. Remy Hair is directly shaved so the roots are matched with roots and ends with ends. Since all the hairs are placed in the same direction, the hairs remain undisturbed , making them more durable and long lasting. This hair is usually not available in stores. Trust us the expense is worth it. You keep the hair forever instead of buying new hair with every weave. It also requires minimal styling which allows your natural hair to grow undisturbed beneath the cap.

Non Remy – This is the regular hair you see available for purchase in stores. When this hair is shaved from the head all pieces are allowed to fall to the floor. So roots are matched with ends. This is what causes the matted bad weave look. The hair is not stored in its natural growth pattern. There are many categories to this type of hair.

Weave Maintenance Tips

1. Please seek out a stylist who specializes in healthy hair and not one giving you that fresh do you wanted. Your best friend isnt a stylist. She should not help you glue tracks in.
2. The best deal is not always the best for your hair – Just because she qouted you a price of $Free.99 doesn’t mean she specializes in healthy hair. You get what you pay for and it may not be pretty and rip your hair out.
3. Please consult a stylist before attempting any weave style – Go get a consultation let the stylist tell you what is best for your hair. Let her know the intentions of the weave. If you want to use it to transition into your natural style let her know.
4. Weaves require maintenance- everyone has seen a raggedy weave. Your hair grows!! The super tight braid under the hair begins to sag with new growth and the weight of the hair. Go see your stylist to have her tighten the weave!! This also prevents extra stress and breakage on your hair. Go visit the stylist at least once a month so she can tighten your loose or sagging areas.
5. Weaves should only last 3 months max – Weaves are not a permanent fix. Your hair will become matted if you try to leave it in any longer. This defeats the whole process of growing your hair out.
6. Weave should look natural and not like a wig or bad hat – shop around before you opt for a stylist– everyone is not blessed with weave sewing talent.
7. Treat the weave like you would your hair – don’t get out of practice of caring for your hair. Wrap the hair at night or get a satin pillowcase.
8. Unless you have worn a weave before, let a stylist remove your weave - You would hate to cut your hard grown hair b.c. you can’t see it. Let a professional remove the hair
9. Wash your weave- it sounds silly but folks don’t do it. You cannot wash it like your own hair. I would call it the squish method where you squish shampoo through the hair with minimal tangling. If you can’t wash it Go to the stylist!
10. Deep condition your natural hair – At the end of the 3 months, have your stylist deep condition your hair and cut your desired length of permed hair off. If you are not transitioning please get your ends clipped. Your hair needs moisture and great ends.

Cocoa Diva
I wore a weave to transition into my nautral. Having a weave allowed me to play with color and not deal with the in between stage. I removed my weave every 3 months for maintenance of my hair. I also used the cap method along with Indian Remy Hair. Ladies don’t be cheap. I know the hair is expensive but you spend that and more in the store replacing you hair with every new weave. Also its better for growing your hair. It is virgin and untreated so it wont slice your hair.

I am currently a happy natural chick! My hair is longer and more healthy than it has ever been and is well below my shoulders. Don’t let folks tell you weaves are not for transitioning. They are! Only if you find the right stylist and know the right questions.

(This is a picture of me with my net and color a few months ago)

Please let us know if you have any questions. Here is to healthy hair !!

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