May 2011
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The secret to healthy hair.....
The secret to healthy hair is to have a healthy scalp. Your hair is an extension of your scalp and this is where your hair grows, so you must keep your scalp clean at all times.
As brand new and healthier scalp cells are produced, the older ones on the surface of the scalp are automatically shed. These are minute particles which you can’t see with your bare eyes. You wouldn’t even know...
What's the Best Protein for hair? →
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Looking for a way to reduce frizz try...
Always avoid wringing or rubbing hair with a towel, as this creates friction, breakage and split ends. Gently scrunch out most of the water with your fingers while you’re still in the shower. Rubbing hair with a towel will only break up the curls you just shaped. They key is to flip your head over and scrunch up. Microfiber is a super-absorbant fabric that reduces frizz and speeds up drying...
Top Five Ingredients for Moisture & More →
“Hair is your best accessory and you wear it everyday.”
-Michael Kors”
– The Oprah Winfrey Show
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Transitioning from relaxed to natural hair this... →
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Check out my Natural Hair Story featured on All... →
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Going natural changed my whole lifestyle
tenderhearts:
I learned patience
I started caring for my hair more, making sure it was healthy
I learned what my hair/body needs & likes
I gained more confidence than I ever thought I could have
I stopped putting harmful/unhealthy things in & on my body because it is my temple
And most of all…
I started loving ME
I hope everyone who is transitioning or is thinking about going...
eyesofnae asked: Hey thanks for the reply to my dilemma :) I didn't use the henna 'n' placenta the same time as the masque, they were a week apart. Would that still have affected it? I'm going try it again on Sunday with some olive oil and see how that works. Keep you posted! Oh and I'll be waiting for the shea butter vid!
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Deep conditioning is a MUST and it's a great way...
Moistureis the key to happy curls! Curls succumb easily to dryness, so regular conditioning is crucial. Never skip the conditioner, and never use 2-in-1 shampoo/conditioner products. After shampooing, squeeze (don’t wring) extra water from your tresses. Then, work your conditioner from root to tip, letting it sit for at least two minutes before rinsing. Use a deep conditioner at least once...
Unconventional No-Frizz Tips →
Click the link to discover the 5 unusual methods for taming frizzy, curly hair.
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Happy Mother's Day!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful mother’s in the world. I hope you have a fun day filled with laughter and joy. Enjoy your day and cherish the memories. Have a great day!
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TGIF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Take some time to tell the ones you love how much they mean to you. Take a minute to enjoy nature. Take care of your hair :) Have a GREAT weekend everyone!
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My Hair Story featured on Essence.com →
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LOVINGMYNAPS: No, Not Sulfates! →
SULFATES.
Just the mention of the substance makes most naturals cringe.
You’ve probably seen all the comments on hair care forums across the web about this mysterious and allegedly highly dangerous product:
Sulfates are bad for your hair.
Don’t use a shampoo with sulfates.
Though these…
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LOVINGMYNAPS: BC and beyond, know these terms →
I compiled a few general terms I believe every person with kinks, coils, and curls should be aware. Additionally, I will be using these terms in upcoming posts. Become familiar with these, because they can be a great help to you in finding what works best for your hair.
BC aka Big Chop or Big…
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