Hey Reader,

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It is officially summer! Getting ready for a getaway? If so, I've curated some tried-and-true tips to help your curls stay hydrated, protected, and beautiful regardless of where you go.

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Plus, enjoy a thoughtful prompt to connect deeper with your self-care, and introducing a customizable Digital Packing Planner perfect for checking off your vacation hair essentials and more. Let’s dive in!

📍FOR YOUR FEED​
​Vacation Ready Hair: How to Travel Without Compromising Your Curls

Vacation hair starts before you board. A proper wash day, detangle, deep condition, and stretch can make all the difference, especially when followed by a protective style that travels well.

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Want the full routine, style suggestions, and product tips?
👉Read the full article here​

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💡 QUICK CROWN TIP

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Don’t skip scalp care when you travel.

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Protective styles make it easy to forget, but a healthy scalp = healthy hair.

Pack a travel-size witch hazel or rosewater with a nozzle tip. After beach days, apply directly and massage gently to refresh, soothe, and prevent buildup under braids or twists.

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🙌🏼 TREASURE THIS

Layered Moisture Routine for Long-Haul Travel

Do you want your curls/twist out/braid out to bounce back after a long flight? Master the art of smart moisture layering for long-haul travel.

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Here's your go-to technique:

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1. Water-First Leave-In Mist (DIY or Travel-Size)
   • Create a moisturizing spritz with equal parts aloe vera juice and rose water. Then, add a dash of panthenol (or a leave-in conditioner) for immediate hydration that's light and refreshing to your hair.
   • Store it in a small travel-size spray bottle so you'll be able to easily re-moisturize twists, braids, or curls mid-flight.
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2. Seal in the Moisture with a Light Cream or Oil
   • Choose based on destination climate: use lightweight oils like sweet almond oil or argan oil in humidity and richer creams (or hair butters) in dry or cold climates.
   • Seal moisture right after misting to prevent dryness mid-air.
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3. Double Satin Cover
   • Wrap your hair with a satin scarf under a tight bonnet (or styling satin sleep cap that also doubles as a hat: one layer to protect, one to hold moisture in. Works extra magic during long flights.
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4. Don't forget your TSA-Friendly Extras
   • Mini spray bottle (pre-filled!)
   • Travel-size satin bonnet/scarf or pillowcase
   • Tiny cream/oil sample jar
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Why This Routine:

• In-flight cabin air is super-drying, and this routine helps keep frizz and breakage at bay.
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• Layering locks in the moisture and protects your strands with minimal product weight.
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• Satin barrier keeps your hairstyle intact while reducing the effects of friction to preserve curls.
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Quick Routine Summary to "Bookmark":

• Mist → Seal → Satin → Refresh during travel
• Repeat at your destination as needed.

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Catching a red-eye flight? Store the image above with your travel docs or on your phone as a reminder. Your hair will be pleased!

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💬 PAUSE & PONDER

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Jot this down in your journal or take a quiet moment before you pack:

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How does preparing my hair for this trip reflect the way I care for myself overall?”​

Are you leaving space for rest, moisture, and love in other parts of your life? Are you honoring the temple God gave you? Let that intention shape your vacation, inside and out.

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I used to toss products into my suitcase all willy-nilly, thinking I could just wing it. Then I'd get to my hotel, and realize I either left my satin pillowcase or scarf at home...again.

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Sound familiar?

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If packing feels like a mental load you’d love to lighten, I made something for you. It's a Customizable Digital Packing Planner. Here's the beauty, though. It's not just for hair care, but for your whole trip.🧳
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It’s user-friendly, flexible (in Google Sheets, which is free to use), and designed with packing lists for up to 10 people. So, it's great whether you're packing light or leading the vacation crew.

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If having a simple, editable checklist helps make travel feel smoother, this might be the thing that brings a little more ease to your next trip.

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Want to see how it works?
👉 [Click here to learn more or download your copy.]

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Happy Summer Vacationing!

Michelle

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P.S. The Customizable Digital Packing Planner helps you prep with less stress — from twist cream to tank tops, and everything in between.
Use it solo or share it with your travel group.

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[Grab your copy here] and take one big task off your list.

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