Knowing if you need to deep condition your hair isn’t a yes or no question. In fact, it’s hard to know even with a picture. It’s how your hair feels, it’s how your hair behaves and if it’s virgin or not.
That being said, you might not need to deep condition as much as your curly and coily hair counterparts. So the question is do you really need the extra moisture?
The short answer - if there was one - would be ‘it depends.’
Understanding the Wavy Texture
Wavy hair tends to fall somewhere between straight and curly on the texture spectrum. This means it can be prone to dryness at the ends but may still get oily at the roots.
Regular conditioners keep your hair soft and manageable, but a deep conditioner can provide the extra hydration and strength your waves need to stay healthy, bouncy, and frizz-free. So what we recommend is to try out a deep conditioner like the Bounce Curl Ayurvedic Deep Conditioner, as it is loved by a wide range of wavies and see if it makes a difference.
The condition of your hair, the time of year, your lifestyle (like if you swim regularly in chlorinated pools), and your overall curly hair routine will all make a difference.
How to Use a Deep Conditioner for Wavy Hair
Using a hair mask or deep conditioner once every one to two weeks can help restore moisture, improve hair elasticity, work to prevent split ends and even enhance curly definition.
When using a hair mask, take note of how your hair responds to it. If your hair feels limp or greasy after deep conditioning, you might be using one that's too heavy. Instead, try a lightweight or protein-based deep conditioner and focus it on your mid-lengths and ends (avoid your scalp).
Winter vs. Summer Deep Conditioning
We recommend deep conditioning more often during the autumn and winter seasons, as the cold air outside and central heating inside create the perfect conditions for moisture loss.
Your seasonal hair care routine should adapt: increase deep conditioning to weekly treatments in winter, then scale back to bi-weekly in spring and summer or skip it all altogether unless you’re swimming or have had your hair dried out by the sun.
Where to Find the Best Wavy Hair Products
Looking for the best hair products for wavy hair? You can buy wavy hair products online or visit our curly and wavy hair shop in Romford. We're your go-to beauty supply shop in Essex and online.
Whether you need wavy hair products for your daily curl routine or want to stock up on your favourite skincare and beauty essentials, we've got you covered.
