Celebrating your hair, no matter its length, shape or texture, can be powerful.

In many Black communities, hair is seen as a form of self expression and strength.

But sometimes, for women with coarse, curly hair, managing their curls feels like an uphill battle.

girl washing hair

A lot of experimentation and upkeep goes into wash day.

Nailing the right hair care routine often takes years of practice, and trial and error.

Co-washing aims to avoid that by simplifying the process.

Woman washing hair

So, what is co-washing, exactly?

Is co-washing the right hair care routine for you?

Co-washing combats hair dryness by sealing in moisture.

woman out of the shower

Celebrity hairstylist Chaz Dean explained the benefits of co-washing toCNN Underscored.

It also nurtures dry and overprocessed hair.

However, the same study also stressed that co-washing can lead to product buildup if you aren’t careful.

What does the co-washing routine involve?

Content creator Mena Adubea detailed her co-washing and overall hair care routine toGlamour.

The next step is to detangle your curls using a wide-tooth comb.

The amount of time it takes for the detangling process depends on your hair bang out.

Once you are done, you’re able to style and go!