Earlier this year, I did some spring cleaning and cleared out my old hair and beauty products. I decided to part ways with tired extensions and wigs that, if they could talk, had a little too much steamy tea to spill. As I tossed them into the trash, I contemplated going a few months without having extensions or wigs, but this summer’s humidity came a bit sooner than expected so I decided otherwise.
Now, I’m feeling Pacific Ocean salty that I no longer have my kinky straight hair to survive (and look cute) as my tresses struggle in the city that never sleeps. It’s not only easy to manage, but it blends flawlessly with my natural hair and makes getting through humid summers, like this one, a breeze. I’m even more done with myself because our favorites such as SZA, Yvonne Orji, and Niecey Nash have been killing the the blown-out textured look with everyone else following suit, leaving me behind in the dust. insert dramatic violins
I know, sis.
Don’t be like me. If you want to post #IssaLewk photos on the ‘gram, here are some kinky straight inspiration before summer ends.
Late-night Elegance
[View this post on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/BWE-mtVlcDQ/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)[Last night's style vibes. Wearing @dior with my twin @tk_wonder, at the @amfar dinner held for the first time in Paris, at Petite Palais. In Paris to attend the FW "2017-2018 Christian @Dior Haute Couture show. Thank you to Dior for such a wonderful welcome in the city of love.▫▫▫ Photo ?: @terrygates ▫▫▫ #dior #amfar #quannsisters ▫▫▫](https://www.instagram.com/p/BWE-mtVlcDQ/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)A post shared by Cipriana Quann (@ciprianaquann) on
Fresh Face Crown
[View this post on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/BTwVA6aBPFl/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)[Come through @naturalizabeth with those fabulous kinks! Yes honey!](https://www.instagram.com/p/BTwVA6aBPFl/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)A post shared by Elle & Neecie (@naturalhairdaily) on
A Glow Up Mood
[View this post on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/BT0TXlsAYV5/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)[The clear winner here is shea butter. ?? ??: @therealritabee w/ @mayvennhair ?: @missdrini ?: styled by: @toyeadedipe in @driesvannoten ?: @swarvoskiofficial, @csarite ?: @stuartweitzman ?: @rebeccaminkoff #KneeCapGameSkrong! #YouSeeDemCalfMusclesTho?! #TheRainCameForMyEdgesButMercySaidNo #NotTodayWithThese21inches #TheAshDemonsWereAlsoKeptAtBay #YouDaRealMVPBoldenSheaOil #MyGlamSquadDidThat! #MattelHollaAtMeForThatMelaninBarbieTho #MTVmovieandTVawards](https://www.instagram.com/p/BT0TXlsAYV5/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)A post shared by Yvonne Orji (@yvonneorji) on
Issa Model Look
[View this post on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/BS7sgvwDayN/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)[✨✨ This hair is probably my favorite texture I've ever tried ? For those who live for full hair with a natural look, this texture is definitely for you. I'm Wearing the @mayvennhair Kinky Straight texture . This hair resembles natural hair in a blown out state. I'm wearing 2 18" and 2 20" and an 18" closure. Discount code if you'd like to save dome dollaz: ( beautybb ) . #beautybybb_ #mayvennmade #mayvennhair #kinkystraight #kinkystraighthair](https://www.instagram.com/p/BS7sgvwDayN/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)A post shared by Editorial Princess?? (@beautybybb_) on
Guru Magic Kinks
A Ponytail Grows In Mayvenn land
[View this post on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/BXGZB9UhmLt/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)[@hay_itslay slaying this Kinky Straight Frontal like it grew out of her scalp! Hair: @tokyostylez? @deecannstyle @theluvofhair MUA: @selfemployedceo Stylist: @dee1ofone @s.bee.b #Inches #Slay #MayvennHair #FrontalMagic #TokyoStylez #Mayvenn](https://www.instagram.com/p/BXGZB9UhmLt/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)A post shared by Mayvenn Inc. (@mayvennhair) on
I Peeped That Look
[View this post on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/BW56RmgDsGl/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)[Kicking it in Jenn's fancy new house? #BTS of tonight's new episode of Claws 9/8c Will You Be Tuned In?](https://www.instagram.com/p/BW56RmgDsGl/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)A post shared by Niecy Nash (@niecynash1) on
Twist It Out
[View this post on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/BMHncVBBWff/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)[Video come soon. @mayvennhair #mayvennwigoff](https://www.instagram.com/p/BMHncVBBWff/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)A post shared by Tommie™ | Youtuber (@hairdelacreme) on
All That Body Look
Badass Bozzy Hair
[View this post on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/BNruBGQBTqz/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)[@billboard I'm here to be seen! Nah mean? #melaninpoppin #executiveoftheyear #womeninmusic ?by @melissahibbert ??by @mayvennhair ?? by moi ?](https://www.instagram.com/p/BNruBGQBTqz/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)A post shared by Bozoma Saint John (@badassboz) on
To care for your kinky straight hair extensions, use a wide tooth comb or paddle brush to maintain the texture of the hair. Wash the hair every 2- 3 weeks with lukewarm water and apply a deep-conditioner. After rinsing the conditioner out of the hair with cold water, dry it off and apply argan or baobab oil to the hair to maintain moisture while it air-dries (here are the best oils to maintain your weave). You can also braid or style it with flexi rods. Remember the rule of the thumb with this hair is: less is more. The less heat applied to kinky straight extensions will help maintain the hair’s texture and initial style. The hair is also very full. Go for less bundles if you want a natural fullness.
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