Pineappling works for me!
Hola Chicas!
Yesterday evening, I was feeling like a frizz monster, and knew that I’d probably end up pulling my TnC into a pony or bun the following morning. I usually lack this foresight, as I turn into a pumpkin after 9 p.m., and my edges end up FUZZY… which is okay some days, but every now and then, I want a sleeker look!
Last night, I gathered and secured my hair on top of my head using a scrunchy. I used only my 10 digits to do the job—no brush, no comb. I then took a bit of Shea butter, melted it between my palms, and generously applied it to my edges. Finally, I put on a scarf, and went to bed.
In the morning, I removed the scarf to reveal smooth, frizz-free edges! Unlike with gel, my hair is not stiff or flaky. I have the control I need with a softer, more natural look. It’s the best of both worlds! This method is low stress on your edges—you’re not using tools, and you don’t have to pull them tight to get that sleek/smooth effect.
Of course, being the indecisive person I am, I changed my mind at the last minute, and took my hair down (not before attempting to jazz it up a bit, lol). I was surprised to find it still fluffy, and defined (albeit frizzy, lol). I liked the look and decided to rock it out again!
Moral of the story… apparently, pineappling (sleeping in a high loose pony to preserve curls) works for me! Go figure. Also, if you want a sleek pony or bun with out stressing your edges, try my Shea butter technique, and start the process the night before—or at least 30 minutes before you need to leave the house. Let the scarf and shea do the work :~)
Later Gators,
Nik
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December 16th, 2009 at 8:40 pm
Hey Nikki…I “Pineaple” as well and the next morning just let it out and let it do it’s thing. Surprisingly the curls do keep and whatever frizzies I may get I just spritz with a little water/leave in solution and go. I pineapple when my hair is straight the only diference is that I wind my hair through the scrunchie creating a type of giant pincurl and the results the next morning are beatuiful sprials with body and for moe spirals I will do one pineapple on each side of my head. I love it and love your blog. You give some of the best hair advice so keep it coming girl!