Having trouble growing out of a relaxer?
No matter your race, women with overly curly, coarse, hard to tame tresses have been relaxing their hair for years. Relaxer is known for its ability to straighten any texture of hair, if performed correctly it can yield healthy results. In recent years, many women...
DIY Home Kits Are Deceiving
Are you that person who wishes your hair looked like the model on the box of your favorite hair color or relaxer? What about the model on the commercial advertising flawless, luxurious hair? If this sounds like you, there are a few things you should know before...
Does natural hair mean healthier hair?
As a hair practitioner, I've had the opportunity to work with all hair types. No matter the texture or style, the ultimate goal is to achieve healthy opulent tresses. I can recall a time when African American Women didn't embrace their natural beauty. Now days wearing...
Combating Dry Brittle Hair
During the fall/winter months hair tends to become very dry and brittle if its not hydrated properly. There are many factors to consider when moisturizing hair. Once a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner has been selected I suggest using a light moisturizer on the...
Could your medication be causing hair loss?
In today's world a large number of people take prescription drugs. This could be due to poor diets, lack of exercise, and stressful lifestyles, all of which can lead to several diseases resulting in a premature death. When you seek medical attention the first question...
Chemical Treatments Before Puberty
Before children are aware of their appearance their parents are. Your child may have dry, thick, coarse unruly hair that you can’t tame. This prompts you to go purchase a plethora of products that probably won’t work. After trying everything on the market you’re tired...
Can You Damage Your Hair With Ceramic Flat Irons?
A very popular straightening tool is the flat iron, which was originally discovered in the late 1800's. However, in the early 1900's Isaac K Shero created the first official flat iron, composed of two metal irons being Pressed together to straighten the hair. As...
Can The PH Balance Of Your Body Affect Hair Growth?
As we learned in chemistry PH simply means Potential of Hydrogen. A scale that measures the level of acidity or alkalinity in a solution. It is measured on a scale of 0 to 14—the lower the PH the more acidic the solution, the higher the PH the more alkaline the...
Avoiding the “Winter Itch” for Dry and Flaky Skin and Hair
Winter months can be dehydrating to your locks - leaving them dull and frizzy. Don’t allow your mane to be controlled by the blistering effects of the season. Instead take matters into your own hands by drinking more water and using products that protect and seal...
Can an overly toxic body hinder hair growth?
Can an overly toxic body hinder hair growth? Our bodies ingest several toxins daily; the food we eat, the air we breathe, and the hygiene/cosmetic products we use, all contains toxins. The build up of toxins can cause the body to feel sluggish, slow down cell...