3 Ways to Get Rid of Natural Hair Shrinkage

Shrinkage – a curly girl’s “best friend.” It doesn't allow you to show off your curl's true length, but it is a sign of healthy hair.

If you want some ways to stretch your natural hair and get rid of the shrinkage, here are some ways you can do so.

African threading is a great way to stretch your curls without heat. The process involves wrapping thread around the length of your hair and allowing it to air dry.

The tension method involves gently pulling your curls outward while running a handheld blowdryer over them. I love how this really shows off your length in a matter of 15-20 minutes.

Got a bunch of hair ties lying around? Try the banding method to stretch your hair overnight. It is sort of similar to the tension method but less extreme. It involves wrapping hair ties down the length of your hair and allowing it to dry.

BONUS: Braid or twist your hair to stretch your curls overnight. The next morning you can wear a twistout or braidout.

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