How to Sleep With Rebonded Hair

Not having to deal with frizz is the biggest perk of hair rebonding. However, you'll need to change your bedtime routine and habits to maintain your straight locks. Read on for tips on how to sleep with rebonded hair and keep your strands silky smooth well into the morning.

Model and flight attendant Yesley Cabanos, who has been rebonding her hair since she was 18, shares her tips on how to sleep after hair rebonding. She has devised a nighttime routine of protective techniques and simple adjustments that keep her mane smooth and her rebond lasting longer. Keep reading to steal her secrets!

Tossing and turning during your slumber can cause frizz to sneak up on your newly rebonded hair. Swap your cotton pillowcase for a silk one, as the latter can minimize friction and static on hair. Plus, silk feels so luxurious. Can’t say no to that.

 If you don’t have much time in the morning, follow Yesley’s lead by washing and conditioning your hair the night before. She says, “Using the appropriate conditioner is essential to achieving smoother and more manageable hair overnight.”

Use Cream Silk Triple Keratin Ultimate Straight Serum Conditioner to make your locks shiny and smooth like Yesley’s. If your hair looks dry at the ends, you can try Cream Silk Repair Booster Treatment Amino-Keratin Rebond Straight, which helps repair every strand. “Don’t hold back or limit the use of conditioners! Apply them generously for best results,” Yesley adds.

Never go to bed with damp hair. “When your hair is still wet, it’s more prone to knots,” Yesley explains. To prevent tangling and damage, gently squeeze water from your hair with a towel and let it air-dry. Try to avoid using heat-styling tools as they may lead to hair breakage.

When you have rebonded hair, a few passes through a comb will tame any unruly strands. Use a wide-toothed comb instead of a brush, as the former is more effective at detangling strands.

You might think that putting your rebonded hair in a ponytail will keep it from moving while you snooze, but this can leave marks on your pin-straight locks. Sleep with your hair loose. Yesley also advises against braiding, pinning, and tucking your hair behind your ear. Just leave your mane be.

How to sleep with rebonded hair? Try these simple adjustments to keep your newly treated hair smooth and crease-free.

• Sleep on your back with your hair loose and relaxed. Fan your strands out on the pillow or let them fall above your head to avoid creases. This also keeps the treatment away from your neck area, helping you avoid irritation or breakouts from oil buildup.
• Avoid face-down positions. When your face is pressed into the pillow, your hair can get trapped underneath, which can lead to kinks and flatten its sleek finish.
• If you sleep on your side, add a buffer. Place a small pillow behind you to keep from rolling over and squishing your strands.

If you want that “woke up like this” sleek-hair moment, here are morning hair care habits to consider.

• Do a gentle comb-through. Use a wide-toothed comb to smooth out any tangles without pulling at your strands.
• Refresh with a leave-in or serum. A lightweight product adds shine, tames flyaways, and keeps hair neat.
• Refrain from heat styling. Since your hair is already straight, skip the flat iron or blow dryer to prevent extra damage.

Now that you know how to sleep with rebonded hair, you can literally rest assured your locks will stay smooth and crease-free while you sleep. One final piece of advice to keep your rebonded hair healthy: Remember to trim dead ends every six to eight weeks.