Find out why this process is the key to the health and length of your hair All hair is made up of the same material. Keratin. What makes hair different is the shape of the hair shaft coupled with the shape of the follicle below the scalp. Sebaceous glands below the scalp secrete an oily [...]
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Learn the process of a good deep conditioning treatment Deep conditioning relaxed or natural black hair is the most important aspect of hair care. A good deep conditioning treatment should leave the hair feeling soft and very moisturized. Also, depending on the styling afterwards, the hair should remain like this throughout the day. How often [...]
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Have shiny soft hair for days by choosing the right conditioner For any black woman who wants to grow her relaxed or natural hair long, finding a good conditioner is like gold! Conditioning treatments provide hair with much needed moisture and strength and with regular use, improve the elasticity and general health of the hair. [...]
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So what are ceramides and do you need them in your regimen? Ceramides are one of 3 naturally occurring lipids aka fatty material found in the cuticle. Not to be confused with Sebum which is found on the surface of the cuticle, ceramides’ function in the cuticle is to act as a binder to keep the cuticle [...]
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We already know how important protein is for black hair but just in case you’ve been living in a cave and didn’t know, here’s some light reading for you here, here and here. Not all of us however are in a position to purchase Aphogee two step protein treatment, Nexuss Emergencee or other protein treatments. If you are unable to [...]
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Why It Is Important And How To Achieve It I often talk about the moisture protein balance but there are those out there who don’t know what it is or why it is vital to the health and length of your locks. Lets start with moisture. Moisture is H20, water and nothing else. Moisture is [...]
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I felt obliged to write this post because I honestly feel that sometimes we have to take information with a grain of salt. It has been questioned time and time again if deep conditioning is merely a myth or a placebo used so that hair companies can make a quick buck from non suspecting buyers! [...]
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