Grease is the Word: A Comprehensive Guide to Using Hair Grease on Natural Hair

Hair grease for natural hair is gaining popularity again. It works as a special hair care product for natural curls. Many popular YouTubers and beauty vloggers are using it and touting its extraordinary hair benefits. Hair grease can help seal in moisture and protect your hair from heat styling.

Benefits of using hair grease

1. Moisture sealant
Type 4 hair is very porous and cannot retain moisture. As a result, it is likely to break. Applying grease to hair after thorough conditioning can help seal in moisture, improving hair health, softness and strength. This can also help in maintaining hair length.

2. Acts like a barrier
Hair grease protects strands from environmental damage and other chemicals your hair may come in contact with. For example, applying hair grease before swimming can protect your locks from the damaging effects of chlorine in pool water.

3. Protection of the scalp
If you have a dry scalp, applying some grease to a wet scalp can lock in moisture and prevent itchy and itchy skin.

4. Ease of use
Hair grease is easy to apply and makes a good base for various hair washing products. Before braiding wet hair, apply some hair grease and let it air dry. This will define your curls, reduce frizz and make them shiny, sleek and soft.

5. Budget-friendly hair care
Hair grease is easy on your wallet. Most hair care products for frizz control are overpriced. Hair grease is very cheap and easily available in most stores.

Disadvantages of using hair grease

1. Can block hair follicles
Hair grease contains petrolatum and mineral oil. It can cause buildup on the scalp, suffocation of hair follicles, and hair loss. When you sweat, the grease can further clog the scalp and make it smelly and itchy. The scalp needs to breathe and stay clean for proper hair growth.

2. May cause hair breakage
Grease on strands can attract dirt and dust. It can prevent the penetration of other hair products that you may layer on it. As a result, strands don't get enough moisture and can become brittle and prone to breakage.

3. It can cause hair loss
Grease is heavy. If you have low porosity and fine hair, it will quickly bind to your strands and weigh them down. You will end up with flat and dull hair.

How to use hair grease

• Hair grease should be the last product to go on your locks. Remember, it is not a moisturizer. Apply conditioning products or oils and then finish the hair with grease.
• Always use grease in moderation. Rub a pea-sized amount of grease between your palms and spread it evenly.
• After greasing, style your hair on the lowest heat setting with a blow dryer or heat styling tools.