The big chop is the most significant step of a natural journey but why is it such a big step and how does one prepare for it?
Caring for short cropped hair is relatively easy but that doesn't mean that you don't have to take care of your hair at all.
Product use
To maintain a fierce short style we tend to use more of a product to make sure every coil stays in place. This can become a problem when you use too much of a product too often. Especially heavy products like pomades can coat the hair over time. This will result in dry inflexible strands that just can't absorb more stuff. Adding more products won't solve the problem but may even make the problem worse.
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ALL Natural Baby ! 2011(Products)
Now Ladies-There are times when we just wanna use the natural shampoo's and conditioners check this Product :Avalon Organics Lemon Clarifying Shampoo and Conditioner.
Too much of ‘the good life’ affects us in many different ways – skin turns lifeless, digestive systems become sluggish and hair loses its natural bounce and shine. Just like a good old fashioned detox can cleanse, revitalise and kick-start your body and skin back into optimum health, now with Avalon Organics helps, your hair can benefit from one too.
New Hair 2011 (Hair products : Weaving , Braiding ,Wigs...ect)
Avalon Organics Lemon Clarifying Shampoo and Conditioner are designed to detox your locks, to restore back your hairs health and lustrous shine. This refreshing and revitalising combo rewards your hair and scalp with the optimum benefits of pure natural botanicals and essential oils. Certified organic lemon oil gently cleanses and removes hair-dulling build-up, while the inclusion of shea butter replenishes moisture to restore natural highlights, colour and shine. Your hair is left revitalised and ready to continue enjoying the very best that life has to offer.
Each year black women spend billions on beauty products, with an emphasis on human hair, lace wigs, weaving hair, Indian hair and Remi hair. These items are procured in mainly China and India and then are packaged, marketed and distributed by several well known hair companies. So who's leading the way in this rapidly growing industry? Here is a list of the top five leading hair companies, all of which can be found at Elevate Styles.
1) Shake - N - Go
Piano Color's trademark owner, Shake - N - Go, established itself in 1991 designing and manufacturing fashionable, durable, and comfortable human and synthetic hair products. They market such brands such as NUDE, SAGA, MilkyWay, Weave Master, EQUAL, and Free Tress. They are the world's largest manufacturer of hair extensions, wigs, hair pieces, and accessories.
2) Outre
Owned by Sun Taiyang, Outre has always helped set the standard for continuous growth in the hair industry. They offer the widest variety of colors, lengths, and styles to meet your needs. Providing such a leading edge in hair fashion, few brands can equal their premium quality products and dedicated service professionals. They carry such reputable brands such as Outre Velvet Remi Weaving Hair, Outre Premium Yaki, and Batik hair brands.
3) Hair Zone
Parent company to the Sensationnel label, and renowned lines such as Goddess, Premium Now, Premium Too, Empress Lace Wig, Bump, Kanubia, and Instant Weave, Hair Zone is one of the leading manufacturers of hair pieces, braids, weaves, extensions, accessories and designer wigs for professional stylists and consumers around the world. They just revamped their website in December of 2010 so viewers can see their latest products.
4) Midway International, Inc
As a leader in importing and distributing human and synthetic hair products, Midway International operates with a dedicated research and development department staffed with industry professionals with over 30 years of experience and knowledge. With this dedication they've been able to produce brands such as Bobbi Boss, Human Hair Weaving & Bulk, Lace Mono Top, First Remi, Indi Remi, Lace Front, Forever Premier Weave Selection, Clip-On Extensions, and Enhancer Premium Finishing Closure.
5) Beauty Plus
Best known for the Janet Collection, Beauty Plus is a leading manufacturer of human and synthetic hair products. Having been in business since 1980, Beauty Plus remains at the forefront of innovation in the hair industry. Along with its sister productions, Femi Collection and Lisa Collection, Janet Collection serves as a pioneer of hair products for Beauty Plus without ever losing touch with consumer's constantly changing tastes.
Bobbi Boss ( Hot Magic)
Janet Collection
Spotlighting Hair Cuts for short Hair
Shaunie Oneil ( Shaunie O’Neal, executive producer and cast member of VH1’s Basketball Wives)Honey blonde streaks carefully placed throughout her sexy side bang.
Get the look: Reach for a flat iron to create a unique shape by straightening strands at the crown first in an upward motion, then reverse the motion to create soft bend throughout. Finger style bangs to the side of the face. Boost volume with a rake comb. Molding wax keeps tresses smooth.
Regina King
CREATIVE CROP
This cropped coif is fashioned with a razor cut, which creates fringe and wispiness. It all starts at the salon with a silk Wrap and about 35 minutes under the dryer.
Get the look: Comb hair straight with a rattail comb. Add a bit of gel or wax to keep tresses manageable. Flat iron to create multi-directional strands that add texture and allow you to design a unique look. Veil in a silk bonnet at night to help this look last about two weeks.
Things You will want to use
Celeb Spotlight : Flips, Curls and Layers for 2011
Layered hairstyles are some of the best additions to normal hairstyles. Because hairstyles are an important part of the overall look, having different options for hairstyles is a great plus and is what layering offers.
Layered hairstyles
turn simple hairstyles into more elegant and beautiful ones. Layered hairstyles also provide volume and are appropriate for all hair lengths. Layered hairstyles are not hard to maintain but provide just enough of that look to make you stylish and look beautiful.
Celeb Spotlight:FishTail Side Braid
Short Do's Celeb Spotlight:
Janet Jackson
I think Janet's new short do is fab' even though I cannot pull off a short do I believe those who can are bold and setting a statement apart from long locks , weather it's weaving, Natural , Locks etc.This year celebs are representing the do's big time.And I think it's sexy as hell.
Your ideal short hair style is one that makes you feel happy and confident each time you look at yourself in the mirror.
Short hair cuts are timeless; they can make you look younger and at the same time more intelligent. They can boost your confidence and simply make you feel more in control. It's a great option for career women who want to project a strong yet feminine image and spend less time managing their hair.
Whether you already have short or medium length hair and are ready for a new look, or you want to dramatically change your current length and style, this site will provide you with enough information to help you find and maintain the perfect short hair style for you. Remember it's your hair -DO YOU.
Natural Hair?
Natural Hair For Black Women
Ladies I Know, The Perm Saved Some of our lives , coming tightly coiled hair after a hair wash without a perm can be a head ache, And the thought of wearing our hair natural may be considered " Nappy , Coarse , Not pretty But This perception needs to change. We need to stop being afraid of our hair. We need to learn about our natural hair. We need to see natural hair worn on women who have embraced it. And the only way we can do that is to showcase our natural hair on its own merit without seeing it compared with other hairtypes.
Miss Jones Curly Pudding
Curly Butter Cream
Pantene For Both Relaxed and Natural Hair
Braided Do's
When it comes to beautiful locs, twists, cornrows add style and flair to woman of color. The variety and diversity of natural african hairstyles to wear and pictures of braids at different lengths. Looking for a hair salon or hairstylist that can transform you hair into a nubiant dream.
How to maintain braids
This guide will discuss how to get braids, maintain them and try different styles. Braided hairstyles has been introduced and influenced by those who like to set trends and set themselves apart. These hairstyles are low maintenance and they can be worn in the summer months and in the winter months, to protect and grow out hairgrowth. There are plenty of hairstyles to choose from like the braided mohawk which is a flattering sexy style for women of any color.
Braiding Tips
The use of a wide variety of braiding styles has helped many women of color, African American women and men to encourage hair growth or to provide a way to hide the fact that they have thinning hair or lose of hair. Some of the more popular braiding styles has to do with locs, twists, individual braids, cornrows, plaits, coils, and they can be maintained rather easily with natural oils and moisturizers. Help with maintaining braided hair.
How to keep a braiding style to last longer
Some of the best ways to keep a braided style is to cover your head at night with a silk scarf, also you will want to avoid scratching your scalp or pulling at the braids, keeping your braids rinsed is a easy way to keep them clean and prevent them from unraveling.
Avoid the over use of hats and knitted head coverings because they dry your hair out and cause frizzy hair ends. These tips will keep your braids lasting up to 3 months in length.
Choosing the right human hair extensions to add to your own hair is crucial to healthy hair and to avoid damaging your own hair, human hair extensions that are light weight and not porous is the best.
Bold, New, And Loved Do's
Long Mane " Mohawk", Side, and Natural look Do's.
The Layered Short Do"
The "BOB"
Dry Scalp? Here are Some Hair Treatments.
This was Requested From a Reader of New Waves.And I must Say I think alot of Sistah's may have experienced Dry ,Itchy ,or Flaky Scalps.I have had some more settle issues in the past.I dug up some info and here is what I got.
Many African Americans suffer from hair and scalp dehydration during the winter months. Have you ever noticed how dry and “ashy” your hands and feet are in the winter or during whether changes? Well there is a reason for these changes: the air is so dry that moisture is pulled from whatever is moist- in this case your skin, and your hair and scalp are suffering right along with the rest of the body. Under such circumstances, Hair and Scalp Dehydration can develop. HSD is a developed disorder that occurs when the hair and scalp is depleted of its natural moisture. This occurs in two ways: first, lack of the appropriate natural moisture to offset the sudden change in the climate or the environment that the hair and scalp is exposed to; second, using hair products that have a high pH, high protein, or high alcohol content. In extreme cases HDS will cause chronic scalp itch and flakes and hair breakage. During the winter months your hair goes through several traumatic and dehydrating dry changes in the course of a single day. You may have never thought about this, but if you live in a part of the country or world where the air is always dry or the winters are cold and dry, your hair and scalp has suffered from a form of HSD.
Changes you can take to avoid HDS
Deep moisture condition your hair twice a week.
Apply a small amount of moisturizer each day to your hair
In extreme cases and coarse hair textures, after applying moisture, apply oil on top to seal in the hydration.
Stay away from shampoos that have fillers, such as moisturizing shampoos, because they cause a filmy build-up that can be drying
Only use clarifying shampoos that have a pH between 4.5 to 5.5, the hair and scalp’s natural pH.
Apply oil not grease to your scalp ! ( This is true ! Here are some Products that you can try)
Another Popular Reason ..
Scalp psoriasis is a bothersome condition to many. In fact, about 50% of patients with psoriasis have it. The severity of flaking can range from fine dandruff-like flakes to plaques with thick, adherent scales. Scalp psoriasis can often extend beyond the hairline down the forehead onto the face, and the backs of the ears are often involved. ..
1. Kera Care (Dry and Itchy scalp shampoo, conditioner)
2. Castor Oil.
3.Neutrogena Triple Moisturizer
4. Dermarest For Hair
Moisturize and soothe the scalp
Reduce and control itching, scaling and flaking
Make hair shiny and manageable
Help reduce scalp irritation and damage caused by free radicals.
Straw Curls
A straw set can be a convenient way to wear natural black hair. Because it does not involve heat or excessive pulling, it can also be a healthy style for relaxed hair as well. Follow these directions if you would like to learn how to do a straw set for black hair.
1.WASH YOUR HAIR FIRST
The first step in doing a straw set for black hair should be to thoroughly clean your hair before the actual straw set process. Because black hair is fragile, you should make sure that you are using the best shampoo possible for your hair type.
2.CONDITION YOUR HAIR
For this straw set, and for basic everyday use, any basic conditioner will do the trick. Using the right conditioner is not nearly as important as using the correct type of shampoo for black hair.
*DO NOT DRY YOUR HAIR AFTER YOU CONDITION IT!
3.MOISTURIZE YOUR HAIR
After your hair has been washed and conditioned, you will need to use a light moisturizer. Put a little bit of your favorite moisturizer in your hands and run it through your hair. Make sure to moisturize your scalp as well.
4.DISTRIBUTE SETTING LOTION THROUGHOUT YOUR HAIR
Spray your hair lightly with a couple of bursts of setting lotion. Remember, the more setting lotion you use the tighter the set, and vice-versa.
5.ARRANGE YOUR HAIR INTO A MANAGEABLE STATE
Take your wide-tooth comb and VERY GENTLY arrange your hair in a way that makes it easy to manage. Make sure that it mirrors the way that you want your spiral curls to fall when you are done.
*A wide-tooth comb should always be used on black hair. Use narrow tooth combs for parting your hair only.
6.DISBURSE THE STRAWS THROUGHOUT YOUR HAIR
Grab a straw and about an inch-width of hair and wrap it around the straw in a spiral fashion. Roll the hair up into a tight spiral, then pin it with the bobby pins. Complete this step until you are finished with your entire head. This takes a more than a little bit of time, so you will want to get comfortable.
For maximum health of black hair, you should allow your hair to air dry. For a more polished look, you can let your hair dry underneath the hair dryer - if this method is used, make sure to utilize a small but adequate amount of thermal hair protector in step three.
When you are completely finished you will have a head full of beautify curls. Good luck with your straw curl set.
Strawllers Rollers
Taliah Waajid ( Black Earth Products)
Celeb Spotlight ( Curls) Thandie Newton.
Hot Curling Hair ( Without Damaging The Hair )
Tip******Style your hair with all Hot tools away from the skin.
1.When using a curling iron always use one that has a temperature control, that way it cannot become too hot and burn your hair.
2.Use a Heat Protection Serum or cream Base so that you won't fry the hair.Most of the hair products on the market give the hair a shine, Protects from the excessive heat and give a great smell so that the hair won't smell like it's just been Cooked.
3. To Have long lasting curls use a great curling iron or flat iron.
I love Chi Products.The Hair Tools and Products they are a bit pricey But it does the Job.You can use another name brand curling tool that allows you to moderate the temperture and also a Heat protectection hair product of your choice.But here is the Flat Iron and Curling Iron I use.I know that I mentioned this product and it heating tools before but I love it.Chi.
CHI stands for Catatonic Hydration Interlink, and Chi hair products include Chi flat irons, Chi Hair Dryer, Curling Iron, and other Chi hair styling products.
CHI 44 Iron Guard Thermal Protection Spray gives you superior heat protection for your hair.
Features
Provides superior heat protection from the inside out
Protects against styling and finishing damages from the hottest heat styling tools
Hair will remain silky and shiny
Your styles will also last longer with use
Cationic Hydration Interlink softens and balances hair, locking in moisture
Weightless compound - Style can be regenerated with heat again and again
Ideal with all CHI Irons
Directions
Section your hair and spray evenly over dry hair. Start using your heat styling tool from roots to ends.
Brandy Norwood (Hair Weave Line )
Brandy Norwood has signed on with Sensationnel to model their Pro10 hair weave products.
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Pro10 products are made of collagen protein fiber.
They are a cheaper alternative to human hair and apparently they last longer.
Celeb Spotlight: Natural Curly Hair to Straight Locks.
Teyana Taylor!
Teyana M.J. Taylor (born December 10, 1990) is an American socialite, singer, rapper, choreographer, dancer and actress from Harlem, New York.Below Ms.Teyana Is rockin Her Natural Hair.Which for some time the Rumors is, the curly wild Mane is not Real.But the Rumors are not true.The Curly Haired Teen Known for sporting this Do in MTV reality "Sweet Sixteen" Has maintained this look with matrix shampoo and conditioner and carol's daughter hair milk.
To straight
With your dry hair separated into sections, take the skinny flat iron with teeth and run it through the hair first to loosen tangles and to straighten the edges at the hairline and neck. Do the entire hair with this flat iron first. It will get the hair reasonably straight. For a child's hair--to make a pony tail with their hair--this is straight enough..Apply a leave-in heat protection conditioner on the ends of the hair to keep it from drying out. They come in liquid and cream form.Comb all of the hair forward so that it hangs over the forehead. Alternately, you can separate it into sections. I prefer to comb it forward as it keeps the hair I haven't straightened (the second time) out of the way.Continue this process until hair is straight to your liking.
Behind the Cover: Monica on ESSENCE's Hair Issue - Essence.com
Celeb's Sporting Blond Do's or ...... Dont's ?~ Mary J.Blige (AND MORE...)
Ok so not all of the Celeb's were able to pull it off as best as Mary - But if you are deciding to color your hair blond ...Please be sure that your complexion is in compliments to the platinum locks;You don't wanna look like a fool and you don't want to make such a drastic change to your hair if your not sure in what process you want to use.Bleaching or coloring the hair this platinum color comes with a price.It can cause hair dryness and a Brittle texture.Do it right and go to a color stylist whom is licensed to color hair.
Here are some tips in Coloring Techniques:
Temporary Hair color: a non-permanent color that only coats the hair shaft and can removed by shampooing. Temporary hair colors only makes a physical change in hair, not chemical. some examples of temporary hair colors are color rinses that are applied weekly, colored mousses and gels, hair mascara, spray-on hair colors, and color enhancing shampoos.
Semi permanent Hair color: a hair color formulated to last through several shampoos, depending on the hair’s porosity. Semi permanent hair colors do not lighten the hair, they stain the hair shaft, which gradually fade with each shampoo. This hair color usually last 6-8 weeks.
Demipermanent Hair color: a deposit only hair color, sometimes labeled as a semi permanent by certain manufacturers, but last longer than semi permanent hair colors.
Permanent Hair color: a hair color that is used to match, lighten, and even cover gray hair. Permanent hair colors require a developer (hydrogen peroxide) in order to work. This hair color remains on the hair shaft until there is new growth. Temporary, semi permanent, and demipermanent haircloth are often used to temporarily alter the look of permanent hair.
Celeb's Spotlights Innovative Hair ! Gabrielle Union
Smoothing Away Frizz ( Try These)
Luster Renutrients Slick Stick
Princess Twisted Locks
The Twisted Locks worn by the models in the pictures are not new styles to women of Color , They are simply modeled more as the natural beautiful styles that women and men in the African American Community have opt to as styles that they are proud of, hassle free and stunning to look at.Locks Can be done on your own or at a salon.With your natural hair or extensions.
Facts About the Care of Hair Locks:
1.) Make sure when you take a Shower you wear a shower cap so you can protect your hair from the water!
2.) You can spray your Twist everyday with an oil based braid
sheen. Make sure you work the oil sheen or some kind of moisturizer
in your scalp.
3.) Make sure you wear a head scarf at night. You can wear what ever head
scarf is comfortable for you.
4.) If you do wear your Twist up in a ponytail please make sure you are
not pulling them extra tight b/c that can cause breakage of your hairline and edges.
5.) You can wash you hair if you like but I recommend it at least be 2 1/2 or 3 weeks
6.) Yes you can condition your hair to! Again I recommend you doing it in the shower it is so much easier.
7.) Make sure you massage you scalp with a light oil or what ever moisturizer you like
to use! You can do this every 3 days but make sure you don’t go to long without doing
this step!
*** If you follow these basic and easy steps you will ensure that your twist last a long time and your hair stays healthy.
Products Used to keep the Locks Fresh and style easy: ( Affordable as well )
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All of our new Milk Protein & Olive Oil Products contain:
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Celeb's Spotlights from Long to Short Hair
Meagan Good
From this weaved out long Tresses
To the short Cut you see Here
Looks very Different -But I guess as she wears the look more~ it becomes Just another Bold look.
Decisions on Cutting Your Hair:
I know your wondering how women make that big decision to cut their their hair.I did once upon a time like really , really short.My hair was shoulder length and had locked at the ends from me not combing.yes I know that disgusting but whatever.I have actually learned my lesson after I cut my hair above my ear lobes I cried like a baby- and in 4 months it had gown under my chin and in 6 monthes it grew past my shoulders.I opted for wearing weaves to give it body because my hair has length but is very thin and while I am maintaining my thin hair I know that I don't have the face to carry a short do.But for those who have always had short hair or want short hair, this one is for you.
The most dramatic way to quickly change your look is undoubtedly to change your hairstyle; whether you are dying for a new look, have tons of split ends to get rid of, or are just tired of the extra care involved in having long locks, Cutting it all off and going short offers a lot of options for style without too much daily maintenance, but also requires some forethought.
Step By Step. ( For Short Cuts)
1.The first step to achiving a great cut is to make sure that the hair is clean and free from all oils, and has been throughly dried.
2.Next you will need to section the hair off into four sections starting from the nape of your neck working your way to the crown of your head making sure that the sections are as equal as possible, then you will need to determine just how short you want the style to be, you will then take you index adn middle fingers and position the hair in the middle of your fingers and extend your hand so that the hair is lifted off the head and in a downward motion you will cut as close to your fingers as possible.
3.Continue this step all over your head until all hair has been cut evenly then you will take your rattail comb and comb your hair upward again going from the napr of your neck to the crowne of your head as you comb the hair use your shears to trim any hair that may have been missed in the first cutting. Your hair is now ready to be styled, you should now wrap or mold your hair to prepare for the actual styling of the hair please read the following articles to learn how to style this new cut.
Celeb's Spotlight Short Cuts and Feathered Looks:
Celeb's Highlight's & Hair Feature ( TLC "Chill")
Not only is chilli's hair Natural she loves using the "Paul Mitchell" Conditioner,Cantu Shea Soft Daily Shea Butter Oil Moisturizer and for the coloring of her Hair is Auburn.
Chilli: I use coconut oil. You can find that at any Indian grocery store. It's pure coconut oil. I like the oil by Motions called Marula Natural Therapy. It smells so good! When my hair is curly, I use this product by Cantu — Cantu Shea Soft Daily Shea Butter Oil Moisturizer. It's not real thick and heavy, but it really moisturizes.Quick Weave :
Combs for security
Comfort for elastic band
Ear fit contour
100% Kanekalon and/or Toyokalon Fiber
Complete style in 1 minute!
Beautiful and soft Remi top quality human hair in the Loose Deep Wave Weave. Just gorgeous!
Hair weaving is done in salon in every state, almost every country and in most kitchens and living room of someones home.whether you choose Custom Lace Wigs,Hair Replacement Units, Virgin Cuticle , Bohyme,Remi Luxury Hair - High Grade Wefted Hair, Bulk Hair , Pre~glued Extensions ,Extend Tube Extensions,Skin Weft Seamless Extensions,Clip On Extensions,Synthetic Hair or Pro 10 Collagen Protein Hair there are weaving techniques,colors and lengths to achieve that look for any occasion.
Straight for casual look or Party look.
Or just short ,sweet and to the Point !
Bump Yaki 8" - Human Hair Weave / Sensationnel
I love 14" Hair weave-I have worn hair weaving for only 2 months before changing to a pony tail look.
From this to This look
Hair Care
Is your hair Breaking Off In One Spot?
I had an issue with my hair breaking off in one certain section of my head. It's always in that same spot and I didn't know what to do. The rest of my hair seems fine.There's always a reason for hair breaking off even if it's not very noticeable at first.I thought my hair is not colored or dyed ever in my lifetime, I have never permed my hair could I have exposed it to the Hot Comb ( yes I said it ) Hot comb.But I put heat protecting cream base on my hair but still I noticed thinning.I called a friend who has been a hair stylist since forever and Around the front roots and one side of my head in the back.She gave me list of reasons my hair may be breaking off and thinning:
1. Wearing the hair in the same over and over.
2. Pulling the hair too tight in the same spot.
3. Over processing the same spot.
4. Resting the head on the same spot.
5. Unconscious "picking" in the same spot (hair twirling, etc)
6. Hair weakened by heat styling in one spot. ( I think that's it ladies- umm humm)
She said the way to treat it is to first pinpoint what's happening with the section of hair and if it's any of the above, just stop doing it and the hair will stop breaking. Simple right.Uggghhh! and then she adds if it's none of the one she mentioned and the hair is still breaking it may just be a matter of strengthening your hair with regular deep protein treatments. And she suggested:
Protein offer the following benefits:
Strengthen dry, brittle hair,Keep hair strong in preparation for relaxers and after relaxers,Treats damaged hair from heat styling , and Temporarily mend split ends.
Carol's Daughters Hair Milk
Hair Milk Curl Boosting Trio
Curl Defining Regimen for Already-Defined Curls That Need Control.
http://www.carolsdaughter.com/
Cantu Shea Butter Hair Dressing Pomade
Cantu Shea Butter Hair Dressing Pomade is made with pure Shea butter to condition hair while styling and adding shine.
Cantu Shea Butter Hair Dressing Pomade is ideal for natural styles as well as adding that finishing touch to moisturize, texturize, lift, control, and add shine to all hairstyles.
Cantu Shea Butter Hair Dressing Pomade helps...
•texturize and add control for all hairstyles
•add shine and lift to hair
•conditions with pure Shea butter
•provide extra protection heat, split ends and breakage
Directions: Apply pomade to palms of the hands and apply gently to dry or towel-dried hair. Style as usual.
Applying Heat To Hair.
Chi flat irons - Farouk Chi Flat Iron (less damage to hair)
There are many advantages Chi hair straightener pink one is made from ceramic, negative ions, negative ions, which will be refined and improved to be able to reduce hair damage dryness.Chi iron flat plate collectors should use 1300-watt CHI.Chi dryer, ceramic technology. With iron turbo chi, you're protected from damage and dry hair, because the use of iron ceramic heating coil.Chi Turbo always with a beauty salon and professionals with more reason and benefit.
Review: Love it
Ladies I actually own this flat Iron and it is the Best.Heats up quickly and does the Job.
Applying Heat to Hair :
1.With your dry hair separated into sections, take the skinny flat iron with teeth and run it through the hair first to loosen tangles and to straighten the edges at the hairline and neck. Do the entire hair with this flat iron first. It will get the hair reasonably straight. For a child's hair--to make a pony tail with their hair--this is straight enough.
2.Apply a leave-in heat protection conditioner on the ends of the hair to keep it from drying out. They come in liquid and cream form.
3.Comb all of the hair forward so that it hangs over the forehead. Alternately, you can separate it into sections. I prefer to comb it forward as it keeps the hair I haven't straightened (the second time) out of the way.
4.Starting from the back, using the chi flat iron, slowly run it through sections of hair parting thin rows and straightening as you go. The hair will come out silky and shiny and offer no resistance when you run your fingers, or even a small-toothed comb through it. Continue until you get to the front and all of the hair is straightened. Your hair should be bone straight at this point and ready to style.
Hair Textures :
We come in all shapes, sizes and colors... and our hair comes in all shapes, widths and textures. It is difficult to categorize hair because of all the variation that occurs. However, attempts have been made to categorize in an effort to help people better know their hair. Black/Afro-type hair is difficult to categorize for a few reasons:
1) our hair differs in pattern - coils, springs. zig zags, s-curves
2) our hair differs in pattern size - watch spring to chalk size
3) our hair differs in density - sparse, dense
4) our hair differs in strand diameter - fine, medium, wide
5) our hair differs in feel - cottony, woolly, spongy And on one head it is possible to have all 5 category differences represented somewhere, each reacting differently to the same routine. Andre Walker, Oprah's stylist, came up with a system in his book, which put all hair into categories.
Number 1 being straight Asian type hair and 4 being "kinky" or "nappy" or "tightly coiled" African American type hair. He then divided the numbers with a lettering system, 'a' being the straightest within a category, 'b' being the next curly.. etc and so on down. Shine - hair that reflects light along its surface. Sheen - hair that sparkles as light bounces off it. Patterns L = Bend O = Curl I = Straight S = Wave Strands can be Thick, Medium or Thin/Fine One half of a piece of inexpensive sewing thread (such as the kind that is contained in those palm sized personal sewing kits) split in two is about the thickness of a medium strand size of human hair. If you hair is larger than this, then your strand size is thick. If you hair is smaller than the split thread, then your hair strand is thin, or fine. If you want to compare your hair strand to a split piece of thread, it can be done by moving the thread back and forth between your thumb and forefinger holding the free end taunt.
Textures:
* Thready - low sheen, high shine, low frizz Wiry - sparkly sheen, low shine, low frizz Cottony - low sheen, low shine, high frizz
Spongy - high sheen, low shine, high frizz Silky - low sheen, high shine, low frizz
Thready texture of hair usually has a low sheen, with high shine if the hair is held taunt (as in a braid), with low frizz.
Wets easily but water dries out quickly.
Wiry hair textures have sparkle sheen, with low shine and low frizz. Water beads up or bounces off the hair strands. Hair never seems to get fully wet.
Cottony hair texture will have a low sheen, a high shine if the hair is held taunt and has high frizz. Absorbs water quickly but does not get thoroughly wet very fast.
Spongy hair has a high sheen with low shine with a compacted looking frizz. Absorbs water before it gets thoroughly wet.
Silky hair has low sheen, a very high shine, with a lot or low frizz. Easily wets in water. How to determine which hair type you have:
1.Remove a single strand of the most common type of hair on your head. Aim for 70%, so if you have different textures, use the most common texture on your head.
2.The hair should be freshly washed without products applied to it and rinsed in cold water. Or, gently rinse a single hair with a little dish detergent and rinse in cold water.
3.Lay the hair on an absorbent paper towel to dry.
4.When the hair is completely dry, look at the pattern without touching it. If the hair has all bends, right angles and folds with little to no curve then you are L. If the strand is rolled up into the shape of one or several zeros like a spiral, then you are O. If the hair lies mostly flat with no distinctive curve or bend you are I. If the strand looks like a wavy line with hills and valleys then you are S. It will be common to have a combination of the LOIS letters, (with more dominant) which can help you determine which daughter of LOIS you are. If you cannot see one letter over the others, then combine the letters. Example: LO or IL or OS. With all this in mind, we'll combine Andre's system with LOIS for a general category, then further divide us into more detail. It is important to understand that every head of hair is different and it's impossible to include every one's exact hair. A close-as mentality is best when viewing other women's hair.
Sistah's we can Bring Our Hair some Relief and life-Please try the hair products Below.
Here are Some products for Women of color that can help maintain Permed or Natural Hair.
Products : Twisted Sista
Target Has This Entire line For all Hair Textures... I hear Great Reviews -Move Over John Frieda ! The line Consist of Shampoo,Conditioner , and Straightening Cream. Hallelujah !
Pantene :
Pantene Pro-V Relaxed & Natural Shampoo for Women of Color, Dry to Moisturized, 25.4 fl oz. You can get this at Walmart.
Mizani
Designed specifically to care for naturally curly hair, True Textures addresses the unique characteristics of each curl type with specific products to meet individual needs, such as moisture, frizz control and curl definition.
Weaves
REMI BUMP YAKI (GODDESS)
Luxury Quality Pre-Bumped 100% Remi Human Hair
One-directional, pre-styled curve
One-directional Cuticle, no tangling/no shedding
Long lasting and Durable
Natural texture, sheen and movement
http://www.sensationnel.com/
Fantasia IC Hair Polisher
STRAIGHTENS, SHINES, PROTECTS
Straightens, smoothes and protects hair from heat damage caused by hot tools. Vitamin E and silicone seal in moisture, leaving hair silky smooth, frizz free with great shine, even in damp, humid conditions.
Carol's Daughters ( For the Little Ones )
Gentle Shampoo For Your Little Princess
I really love this because it:
•Gently cleanses hair without stripping natural oils
•Lathers-up luxuriously with a delightful, fresh fragrance
•Has ultra-moisturizing Aloe Leaf Juice for soft, silky hair
• Pediatrician-tested
*PLUS, this has NO Parabens
Sylvia's Hair Products Dr. Woods Pure Black Soap with Shea Butter, 16-Ounce.
Incorporates the natural healing properties of olive oil with and invigorating scent
Does not contain any harsh detergents leaves skin feeling clean and soft
Use this rich lathering liquid soap to gently cleanse hands and your entire body
Something Every Women should Have to Relax: Lush Bath Bomb!
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Carol's Daughters Hair Milk
Hair Milk Curl Boosting Trio
Curl Defining Regimen for Already-Defined Curls That Need Control.
http://www.carolsdaughter.com/
Cantu Shea Butter Hair Dressing Pomade
Cantu Shea Butter Hair Dressing Pomade is made with pure Shea butter to condition hair while styling and adding shine.
Cantu Shea Butter Hair Dressing Pomade is ideal for natural styles as well as adding that finishing touch to moisturize, texturize, lift, control, and add shine to all hairstyles.
Cantu Shea Butter Hair Dressing Pomade helps...
•texturize and add control for all hairstyles
•add shine and lift to hair
•conditions with pure Shea butter
•provide extra protection heat, split ends and breakage
Directions: Apply pomade to palms of the hands and apply gently to dry or towel-dried hair. Style as usual.
Applying Heat To Hair.
Chi flat irons - Farouk Chi Flat Iron (less damage to hair)
Review: Love it
Ladies I actually own this flat Iron and it is the Best.Heats up quickly and does the Job.
Applying Heat to Hair :
1.With your dry hair separated into sections, take the skinny flat iron with teeth and run it through the hair first to loosen tangles and to straighten the edges at the hairline and neck. Do the entire hair with this flat iron first. It will get the hair reasonably straight. For a child's hair--to make a pony tail with their hair--this is straight enough.
2.Apply a leave-in heat protection conditioner on the ends of the hair to keep it from drying out. They come in liquid and cream form.
3.Comb all of the hair forward so that it hangs over the forehead. Alternately, you can separate it into sections. I prefer to comb it forward as it keeps the hair I haven't straightened (the second time) out of the way.
4.Starting from the back, using the chi flat iron, slowly run it through sections of hair parting thin rows and straightening as you go. The hair will come out silky and shiny and offer no resistance when you run your fingers, or even a small-toothed comb through it. Continue until you get to the front and all of the hair is straightened. Your hair should be bone straight at this point and ready to style.
Hair Textures :
We come in all shapes, sizes and colors... and our hair comes in all shapes, widths and textures. It is difficult to categorize hair because of all the variation that occurs. However, attempts have been made to categorize in an effort to help people better know their hair. Black/Afro-type hair is difficult to categorize for a few reasons:
1) our hair differs in pattern - coils, springs. zig zags, s-curves
2) our hair differs in pattern size - watch spring to chalk size
3) our hair differs in density - sparse, dense
4) our hair differs in strand diameter - fine, medium, wide
5) our hair differs in feel - cottony, woolly, spongy And on one head it is possible to have all 5 category differences represented somewhere, each reacting differently to the same routine. Andre Walker, Oprah's stylist, came up with a system in his book, which put all hair into categories.
Number 1 being straight Asian type hair and 4 being "kinky" or "nappy" or "tightly coiled" African American type hair. He then divided the numbers with a lettering system, 'a' being the straightest within a category, 'b' being the next curly.. etc and so on down. Shine - hair that reflects light along its surface. Sheen - hair that sparkles as light bounces off it. Patterns L = Bend O = Curl I = Straight S = Wave Strands can be Thick, Medium or Thin/Fine One half of a piece of inexpensive sewing thread (such as the kind that is contained in those palm sized personal sewing kits) split in two is about the thickness of a medium strand size of human hair. If you hair is larger than this, then your strand size is thick. If you hair is smaller than the split thread, then your hair strand is thin, or fine. If you want to compare your hair strand to a split piece of thread, it can be done by moving the thread back and forth between your thumb and forefinger holding the free end taunt.
Textures:
* Thready - low sheen, high shine, low frizz Wiry - sparkly sheen, low shine, low frizz Cottony - low sheen, low shine, high frizz
Spongy - high sheen, low shine, high frizz Silky - low sheen, high shine, low frizz
Thready texture of hair usually has a low sheen, with high shine if the hair is held taunt (as in a braid), with low frizz.
Wets easily but water dries out quickly.
Wiry hair textures have sparkle sheen, with low shine and low frizz. Water beads up or bounces off the hair strands. Hair never seems to get fully wet.
Cottony hair texture will have a low sheen, a high shine if the hair is held taunt and has high frizz. Absorbs water quickly but does not get thoroughly wet very fast.
Spongy hair has a high sheen with low shine with a compacted looking frizz. Absorbs water before it gets thoroughly wet.
Silky hair has low sheen, a very high shine, with a lot or low frizz. Easily wets in water. How to determine which hair type you have:
1.Remove a single strand of the most common type of hair on your head. Aim for 70%, so if you have different textures, use the most common texture on your head.
2.The hair should be freshly washed without products applied to it and rinsed in cold water. Or, gently rinse a single hair with a little dish detergent and rinse in cold water.
3.Lay the hair on an absorbent paper towel to dry.
4.When the hair is completely dry, look at the pattern without touching it. If the hair has all bends, right angles and folds with little to no curve then you are L. If the strand is rolled up into the shape of one or several zeros like a spiral, then you are O. If the hair lies mostly flat with no distinctive curve or bend you are I. If the strand looks like a wavy line with hills and valleys then you are S. It will be common to have a combination of the LOIS letters, (with more dominant) which can help you determine which daughter of LOIS you are. If you cannot see one letter over the others, then combine the letters. Example: LO or IL or OS. With all this in mind, we'll combine Andre's system with LOIS for a general category, then further divide us into more detail. It is important to understand that every head of hair is different and it's impossible to include every one's exact hair. A close-as mentality is best when viewing other women's hair.
Sistah's we can Bring Our Hair some Relief and life-Please try the hair products Below.
Here are Some products for Women of color that can help maintain Permed or Natural Hair.
Products : Twisted Sista
Pantene :
Pantene Pro-V Relaxed & Natural Shampoo for Women of Color, Dry to Moisturized, 25.4 fl oz. You can get this at Walmart. Mizani
Designed specifically to care for naturally curly hair, True Textures addresses the unique characteristics of each curl type with specific products to meet individual needs, such as moisture, frizz control and curl definition. Introducing Chi
CHI Transformation System Silk Infusion helps strengthen your hair, providing incredible softness, manageability and shine without any build-up. Alcohol free, enriched with pure silk and wheat and soy proteins. Available in 6 oz. and 2 oz.
Features
- Silk Reconstructing Complex no pH
- Rich leave in treatment
- Enriched with pure silk along with wheat and soy proteins
- Alcohol free
- Ceramic heat will insure deep penetration of silk proteins
- Strengthens the hair
- Provides incredible softness
- Adds manageability and shine without any build up
Directions
Apply a small amount into palm of hand and work evenly throughout your hair. Leave in and proceed with styling.
Weaves
REMI BUMP YAKI (GODDESS)
Luxury Quality Pre-Bumped 100% Remi Human Hair
One-directional, pre-styled curve
One-directional Cuticle, no tangling/no shedding
Long lasting and Durable
Natural texture, sheen and movement
http://www.sensationnel.com/
Fantasia IC Hair Polisher
Straightens, smoothes and protects hair from heat damage caused by hot tools. Vitamin E and silicone seal in moisture, leaving hair silky smooth, frizz free with great shine, even in damp, humid conditions.
Carol's Daughters ( For the Little Ones )
I really love this because it:
•Gently cleanses hair without stripping natural oils
•Lathers-up luxuriously with a delightful, fresh fragrance
•Has ultra-moisturizing Aloe Leaf Juice for soft, silky hair
• Pediatrician-tested
*PLUS, this has NO Parabens
Sylvia's Hair Products Dr. Woods Pure Black Soap with Shea Butter, 16-Ounce.
Does not contain any harsh detergents leaves skin feeling clean and soft
Use this rich lathering liquid soap to gently cleanse hands and your entire body
Something Every Women should Have to Relax: Lush Bath Bomb!
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