During the changing seasons our hair can sometimes take a while to adjust to the change in temperatures, but it can also take some time to adjust to the new products we are using on our hair. Sometimes the products we have been using on our hair for months no longer work and our hair either becomes too dry or too oily. It can sometimes be very difficult to find the right balance. But if you want to learn ho ...

If you want to properly care for your tresses and grow your black hair long and fast, make sure that the water that you're using is not hard water! You'll need to first determine if you live in such an area. There are hard water tests kits that you can easily order online at places like Amazon.com. If you're experiencing dry, brittle strands, along with breakage, it is a possibility that you may have hard w ...

Coconut oil aids in the prevention of combing damage which is the cause of protein loss in the hair.  In addition to providing a lubricating film,  coconut oil applied to the hair  prior to washing penetrates the hair cuticles and reduces swelling.  The penetration of water is prevented by coconut oil at the edge of the cuticle.  Both of these effects prevents the lifting of the cuticle and breakage by the ...

Your natural braided hair can become very dry and brittle if not well maintained. Improper care of weaves and braids leads to hair damage, breakage, and permanent hair loss. Your hair needs to stay moistened, the use of natural hair oils and butters will help seal moisture in keeping the hair cuticles sealed and protected.  Instructions: Do not wear hair braided for more than 1 month without shampooing, con ...

Back in 1998 Dr. Ali Syed helped write a paper regarding recent advances on treating excessively curly hair. The paper contains content on the history of relaxers and how relaxers work.  I decided to post this page for those who are interested in the history of relaxers and how relaxers effects the chemistry, porosity, swelling, loss of elasticity, the cuticles our hair and its damaging effects. Literature ...

Dermatologists warn that flat irons could damage hair and lead to hair breakage by Dr. Mirmirani. While hairstyles come and go, pin-straight hair favored by A-list celebrities and emulated by scores of loyal fans from coast to coast appears to have real staying power. That’s why the use of flat irons, which are used to straighten hair, has increased in popularity in recent years.  Now, dermatologists warn t ...