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    How do you dry your hair so it looks good in the morning?
    Christine George
    Master Hair Stylist & Colorist
    Christine George is a Master Hairstylist, Colorist, and Owner of Luxe Parlour, a premier boutique salon based in the Los Angeles, California area. Christine has over 23 years of hair styling and coloring experience. She specializes in customized haircuts, premium color services, balayage expertise, classic highlights, and color correction. She received her cosmetology degree from the Newberry School of Beauty.
    Master Hair Stylist & Colorist
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    It’s best to air dry your hair, but if you are in a hurry, put your hair dryer on the lowest temperature setting to prevent heat damage.
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    Can I use avocado to hydrate my hair at home?
    Christine George
    Master Hair Stylist & Colorist
    Christine George is a Master Hairstylist, Colorist, and Owner of Luxe Parlour, a premier boutique salon based in the Los Angeles, California area. Christine has over 23 years of hair styling and coloring experience. She specializes in customized haircuts, premium color services, balayage expertise, classic highlights, and color correction. She received her cosmetology degree from the Newberry School of Beauty.
    Master Hair Stylist & Colorist
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    It really comes down to your hair maintenance routine. For instance, an avocado mask can be too much for chemically-dyed hair. An avocado mask would work for virgin hair that hasn't been chemically-dyed.
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    Does braiding help in hair growth?
    Community Answer
    Technically, braiding at night can prevent damage, which will encourage hair growth, so yes.
  • Question
    Does wrapping your head in a du rag help prevent breakage?
    Community Answer
    Yes it does! I use a bonnet, which helps prevent frizz, but you can use whatever works for you.
  • Question
    My cousin told me that sleeping with your hair in a ponytail can cause hair breakage. Is that true?
    Community Answer
    If you do it very often, or if you have bleached hair, yes, but it's not very likely.
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    Is it okay to sleep with the hair loose if it’s short hair (like touching the shoulders length)?
    Community Answer
    If you don't want wrap your hair in a scarf, headwrap or turban, you can keep your hair loose and use a satin pillowcase to help protect your hair.
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    Is it okay to wear a headband when sleeping? I'm a man and I have long hair.
    Community Answer
    Definitely! If you have straight or wavy hair, just keep it detangled, then do as you like. If you're curly, satin pillowcases will reduce frizz, and even guys can pineapple their hair, or make a loose ponytail. If you have locs or an Afro, you can use the same method for curly hair.
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