HOW TO: Natural Hair Protective Styling Prep

In this video, I cover hair prep for protective styling on natural hair as part of my Protective Styling Fundamentals series. Proper hair preparation is the key to clean parts, long-lasting styles, and protecting the health of your natural hair.

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Before installing any protective style—whether flat twists, two strand twists, braids, or updos—your hair must be properly cleansed, conditioned, moisturized, and stretched. This beginner-friendly tutorial walks through the essential prep steps that every natural should follow.

This video is perfect for:
• Beginners learning natural hair care
• DIY naturals preparing for protective styles
• Hairstylists improving their foundations
• Anyone struggling with frizz, dryness, or short-lived styles

In this video, you’ll learn:
✔ How to properly cleanse the hair before styling
✔ Conditioning and moisture basics
✔ Detangling techniques to prevent breakage
✔ When and how to stretch the hair for better results

📌 Proper hair prep helps reduce tension, prevents breakage, and improves the overall finish and longevity of protective styles.

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