How to Properly Grow an Afro

Pomade adds texture to an Afro.

An Afro consists of tightly curled hair strands that grow outward to form a rounded shape. The hairstyle requires a six-month growth period and proper maintenance to achieve its shape. This involves trimming, moisturizing, and combing or picking the hair. Does this Spark an idea?

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Scissors
Wide-toothed comb
Hair pick
Pomade
Light moisturizing spray

Instructions

- 1
  
  Remove hair weaves or extensions before growing an Afro, and trim the hair with a pair of scissors to stimulate new growth.
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  Use a wide-toothed comb or hair pick to raise the hair straight up and out to create a rounded shape. Combing or picking also distributes the hair's natural oils to prevent scalp dryness.
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  Keep the hair from breaking and splitting by moisturizing it regularly with pomade or light moisturizing spray.
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  Let the Afro grow out for six months and continue moisturizing and combing or picking the hair to stimulate growth and maintain the hairstyle.