Some even opt for plastic wrap.
The goal of the baggy method is to keep your hair moisturized and prevent breakage of delicate ends.
Keep reading to learn how using a plastic cap overnight can help keep your natural curls moisturized and healthy.
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What Is the Baggy Method?
We’ve all used a plastic cap post-wash to deep condition our coils under the dryer.
In this case, you don’t have to wash or even wet your hair.
Many naturals swear by this method to encourage hair growth and moisture retention.
How to Moisturize Ends Overnight?
If you’re suffering fromextremely dry, crispy ends, it might take a while to notice a difference.
At night, comb or finger comb through your hair, dividing it into several sections.
Next, pull hair into a loose ponytail and moisturize your ends.
Apply a bag to the ends and secure.
Cover your hair as you normally would fornighttime protectionand remove the bags in the morning.
If you’re curious about which moisturizer is best for ends.
Try plain olive oil, jojoba oil, coconut oil, shea butter, and sweet almond oil.
You may also want to use a leave-in conditioner first and apply oil on top.
How to Get All-Over Moisture Overnight?
Then, use a sheet of plastic wrap and place it firmly around your whole head.
you’re able to also use a plastic cap and secure it with a big elastic headband.
Leave the cap and treatment on overnight.
How Often Should I Baggy My Hair?
This method is fine for overnight use, but hair needs to breathe and dry itself out.
It’s not healthy for hair to be constantly wet or damp.
Let your hair air dry and breathe regularly.
It will likely be much healthier as a result.
Use it as needed, and over time, your hair may feel better and suffer lessbreakage.
As with any routine, consistency is key for making it work and seeing results.
Ahead is a roundup of our favorite products for executing the baggy methodat home.
Even when adding the baggy method to your haircare routine, don’t forget your traditional conditioning treatments.
Not bad for less than $10, if we say so ourselves.
Plus, it doesn’t contain any problematic ingredients like parabens, paraffin, or petrolatum.
Treat your strands to the ultimate deep conditioner.
Oribe’s thirst-quenching hair treatment was made with 4A to 4C curls and coils in-mind.
We love a hair product that can multitask.
