🌿 PART 2: How to Heal Your Scalp & Restart Growth After Synthetic Hair

The Detox, Reset & Follicle Revival Phase

Once synthetic styles come down, the scalp often enters a detox phase. This is where many people panic and think something is “wrong” because:

• Shedding increases temporarily

• Itching appears

• The scalp feels tender

• Hair feels dry or fragile

This is normal. The scalp is waking up.

🌱 What Detoxing from Synthetic Hair Looks Like

During the first 2–4 weeks:

• Old trapped debris releases

• Inflammation calms

• Follicles renormalize

• Circulation increases

• Growth cycles begin to stabilize

This is when real recovery begins.

Healing the Scalp After Synthetic Hair

1. Clean Gently, Not Aggressively

Avoid stripping shampoos at this stage. Instead:

• Clean weekly

• Massage gently

• Avoid scratching

• Focus on comfort & balance

2. Re-Oxygenate the Follicles

• Scalp massage

• Warm steam

• Herbal waters

• Light oils

Follicles grow best with blood flow + calm + warmth.

3. Soothe Inflammation First—Then Stimulate

Immediately stimulating an inflamed scalp can worsen shedding.

Begin with:

• Calming herbs

• Light moisture

• Gentle oils

Then slowly introduce growth stimulants after 1–2 weeks.

4. Support the Hairline & Nape

Edges and nape experience the most trauma from synthetic hair. They need:

• Light oils

• Low tension

• No tight styles

• Patience

🌿 The Emotional Side of Synthetic Detox

Many people realize:

• They don’t recognize their natural density anymore

• They feel detached from their real texture

• They’ve hidden their Afro for years

This phase is also about:

• Re-connection

• Patience

• Celebration of what is returning

Healing hair is also healing identity.

👉 Coming in PART 3:

How to Begin a Natural Afro Repair Journey Using Earth-Based Elements(Water, herbs, oils, fats & elemental hair care)

Farrah, Kemetri Afro Infusions