Hey ladies!!!!!!!!
I have a small summer hair care tip for you...we all know that its finally hot, and we're at the heart of the summer with the sun beating down on you mercilessly. You feel the heat right? Hot, dry but still wonderful sunshine! Remember ladies as much as we love the sun, it can be harsh on your hair. It dries it out and can be quite damaging to already dry curly hair or fragile processed hair. A simple trick I do is, when putting sunblock on, smear a bit on your hair.... not only can it smooth any renegade flyaway's, but it helps to prevent sun damage... so don't forget to give your hair some of that banana boat protection!!!!
S
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Monday, July 20, 2009
Your Shampoo
Hey Ladies!!!!!!!!!!
Today I wanted to drop a note about shampoo's. They are an extremely important part of our hair care routine because they're a part of your cleansing routine. I find though, that a lot of the shampoo's available to us have really strong detergents in them and make the hair squeaky clean which in turn makes the hair super fragile. It is necessary to cleanse the hair and scalp, but stripping away all moisture and natural oils is not beneficial at all! So it would be in your best interest to find a shampoo that will infuse moisture as well as lightly cleanse, especially for my relaxed and curly Girlies...Our hair is dry already! Another note that one should pay attention to is that your hair, like your skin has a pH. Using products that help your hair maintain its correct pH (of between 3-4.5) aids you in the quest for healthy strong hair. Good Luck!
Today I wanted to drop a note about shampoo's. They are an extremely important part of our hair care routine because they're a part of your cleansing routine. I find though, that a lot of the shampoo's available to us have really strong detergents in them and make the hair squeaky clean which in turn makes the hair super fragile. It is necessary to cleanse the hair and scalp, but stripping away all moisture and natural oils is not beneficial at all! So it would be in your best interest to find a shampoo that will infuse moisture as well as lightly cleanse, especially for my relaxed and curly Girlies...Our hair is dry already! Another note that one should pay attention to is that your hair, like your skin has a pH. Using products that help your hair maintain its correct pH (of between 3-4.5) aids you in the quest for healthy strong hair. Good Luck!
Friday, July 10, 2009
Unbeweave-ably Important
Hey Chicas!!!!
Weaves tend to have a certain stigma attached to them...but in all honesty their a great means to change up your look, or enhance it without to much trouble. BUT, the problem i see is not getting weaves its in their maintenance. Ladies please!!!!! It peeves me to no end to see women with atrocious ratty weaves! First of all weaves can be used to also give ones hair a break from constant styling. It can be a good thing. But it can also damage your hair and scalp. Proper maintenance is key!!!!! When washing if all t he hair is not dried properly mold can develop, damaging the scalp and hair. Not washing at all only creates an ideal environment for bacterial growth. Moisturizing your own hair beneath the weave is also something the ladies need to keep in mind. Out of site out of mind will leave you with brittle, dry and breaking hair post-weave. Using heavy greases will only allow for gross build up in the scalp. Try coconut oil, or jojoba oil in the scalp and braided hair. They are both light oils that are maximally moisturizing. Weaves are definitely fun and allow youv ersatility with your look, but don't neglect your homegrown tresses beneath!!!
Weaves tend to have a certain stigma attached to them...but in all honesty their a great means to change up your look, or enhance it without to much trouble. BUT, the problem i see is not getting weaves its in their maintenance. Ladies please!!!!! It peeves me to no end to see women with atrocious ratty weaves! First of all weaves can be used to also give ones hair a break from constant styling. It can be a good thing. But it can also damage your hair and scalp. Proper maintenance is key!!!!! When washing if all t he hair is not dried properly mold can develop, damaging the scalp and hair. Not washing at all only creates an ideal environment for bacterial growth. Moisturizing your own hair beneath the weave is also something the ladies need to keep in mind. Out of site out of mind will leave you with brittle, dry and breaking hair post-weave. Using heavy greases will only allow for gross build up in the scalp. Try coconut oil, or jojoba oil in the scalp and braided hair. They are both light oils that are maximally moisturizing. Weaves are definitely fun and allow youv ersatility with your look, but don't neglect your homegrown tresses beneath!!!
A Coconut Tidbit
Hey Girlies!!!!!
I received a question from one of my clients about a natural deep conditioner for her hair, and I figured why not share it for all to benefit. She recently had me give her a very short cut that is uber easy to care for during these wonderful summer months. Its a wash and go style, minimal fuss and really cute. But even with a short do ladies conditioning your hair regularly is a must!!!! Which she does religiously. By now I'm sure everyone has noticed that I have a love affair with coconut. She asked if coconut milk that can be purchased in the can is a good conditioner for your hair. It ABSOLUTELY is!!!!!! Coconut milk has a high fat content that nicely coats and conditions you hair and skin. It an inexpensive but highly effective addition to your hair routine....
S
I received a question from one of my clients about a natural deep conditioner for her hair, and I figured why not share it for all to benefit. She recently had me give her a very short cut that is uber easy to care for during these wonderful summer months. Its a wash and go style, minimal fuss and really cute. But even with a short do ladies conditioning your hair regularly is a must!!!! Which she does religiously. By now I'm sure everyone has noticed that I have a love affair with coconut. She asked if coconut milk that can be purchased in the can is a good conditioner for your hair. It ABSOLUTELY is!!!!!! Coconut milk has a high fat content that nicely coats and conditions you hair and skin. It an inexpensive but highly effective addition to your hair routine....
S
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Giving Your Curls The Squeeze
Hey there Ladies!!!!!
Another tidbit that could make a big difference in your hair routine is squeezing out excess water after washing as opposed to rubbing with a towel. Now you ladies out there with tight curls especially, NEVER rub a towel in hair. You're just asking for a bad hair day. Seriously. Not only does the towel break up the curls that your shower just formed but it is the Omega of frizz. I must repeat. NEVER rub a towel through your hair. Instead place the towel around your neck and shoulders and squeeze the water out. Don't wring the the hair. Its not a wash cloth. Just squeeze it out and then apply whatever product it is you use. Having a bit of drippiness isn't earth shattering in order to achieve a nice curl formation. I use my own formula..Cameo Oil Creme hair Quencher.. and let air dry. You'll have luscious curls in no time!
S
Another tidbit that could make a big difference in your hair routine is squeezing out excess water after washing as opposed to rubbing with a towel. Now you ladies out there with tight curls especially, NEVER rub a towel in hair. You're just asking for a bad hair day. Seriously. Not only does the towel break up the curls that your shower just formed but it is the Omega of frizz. I must repeat. NEVER rub a towel through your hair. Instead place the towel around your neck and shoulders and squeeze the water out. Don't wring the the hair. Its not a wash cloth. Just squeeze it out and then apply whatever product it is you use. Having a bit of drippiness isn't earth shattering in order to achieve a nice curl formation. I use my own formula..Cameo Oil Creme hair Quencher.. and let air dry. You'll have luscious curls in no time!
S
The Comb Out
Curly Girls!!!!!! Beware of combing out your hair!!!!! It is the truth when you read articles that tell you your hair is in a fragile state when wet. But, I am a firm believer in combing out your hair with a wide tooth comb when you're in the wet/conditioning step of your hair cleansing routine!!! Why? because when curly hair is dry, the curls are formed and set. Trying to comb it out will damage the hair because you would be forcibly breaking up the curls. ESPECIALLY if your curls are really tight! So curly girls, purchase your wide tooth shower comb and leave it handy for shower use only! Another thing, for the curly girls that wet their hair everyday (which is what I do) I find that combing out your hair everyday leaves you with more frizzies than luscious curls. I do a full comb out every third day. When I we on a non-comb out day i run my fingers through when wet and just squeeze excess water out.... try it out!!!!
S
S
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Relaxed Gurls!!!!
Hey there my relaxed gurlies!!!!
I don't want to put anyone in the spotlight, but it is the truth that a lot of girls with relaxed hair don't wash and condition their hair as often as they should. But, even though they do this they still expect whole heartedly to grow long, strong hair. The very first rule to hair growth is having a CLEAN, HEALTHY scalp ladies!!!!!! I know that its a pain to have to get a wash and set every week. Its time consuming and expensive. But those drawbacks come with having processed hair!!!
We women use quite a lot of product in our hair and this causes build up, on the hair strands as well as the scalp. Having your hair in this condition inhibits the health and vitality of your tresses. So ladies, suck it up and head over to the Dominicans for that wash and set!!!!
I don't want to put anyone in the spotlight, but it is the truth that a lot of girls with relaxed hair don't wash and condition their hair as often as they should. But, even though they do this they still expect whole heartedly to grow long, strong hair. The very first rule to hair growth is having a CLEAN, HEALTHY scalp ladies!!!!!! I know that its a pain to have to get a wash and set every week. Its time consuming and expensive. But those drawbacks come with having processed hair!!!
We women use quite a lot of product in our hair and this causes build up, on the hair strands as well as the scalp. Having your hair in this condition inhibits the health and vitality of your tresses. So ladies, suck it up and head over to the Dominicans for that wash and set!!!!
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
The Joys of Coconut
Hey Girlies!!!!!
So today my tidbit is going to be about the miracles of coconut oil and coconut milk...Coconut oil is one of the best things that you can use for hair and scalp troubles. Aside from the wonderful fact that the oil is readily absorbed by your hair it has to also be hailed for its anti-fungal and anti-microbial properties which is a blessing for those with scalp issues. Coconut milk is also extremely beneficial for your tresses. It has an amazingly high fat and protein content....all wonderful things for hair. The oil can be used also for treatment of dandruff if used like an oil treatment, applying it directly to the scalp (for 30 minutes or so) or overnight. I also have to sing it's praises for adding softness, shine and it's prevention of hair loss. But ladies!!!!! Don't get bamboozled. When buying coconut oil look for VIRGIN, UNREFINED and/or ORGANIC coconut oil, to reap all the benefits I described you. You can find it all over also...I've bought it from Whole Foods. Whole Body, and in any one of the little Indian groceries on Murray Hill in the City. And of course the Internet...what can't you find on the Internet?! So...you love yourself so you feed yourself, you love your pets and you feed them too...I KNOW you ladies love your hair so feed it some all natural goodness!
S
So today my tidbit is going to be about the miracles of coconut oil and coconut milk...Coconut oil is one of the best things that you can use for hair and scalp troubles. Aside from the wonderful fact that the oil is readily absorbed by your hair it has to also be hailed for its anti-fungal and anti-microbial properties which is a blessing for those with scalp issues. Coconut milk is also extremely beneficial for your tresses. It has an amazingly high fat and protein content....all wonderful things for hair. The oil can be used also for treatment of dandruff if used like an oil treatment, applying it directly to the scalp (for 30 minutes or so) or overnight. I also have to sing it's praises for adding softness, shine and it's prevention of hair loss. But ladies!!!!! Don't get bamboozled. When buying coconut oil look for VIRGIN, UNREFINED and/or ORGANIC coconut oil, to reap all the benefits I described you. You can find it all over also...I've bought it from Whole Foods. Whole Body, and in any one of the little Indian groceries on Murray Hill in the City. And of course the Internet...what can't you find on the Internet?! So...you love yourself so you feed yourself, you love your pets and you feed them too...I KNOW you ladies love your hair so feed it some all natural goodness!
S
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