Howdie!
I've been in Nigeria for two weeks now and my hair hasn't been getting much love but insults due to its 'quality decline.' I decided to get a big chop trimming up to 4inches so my hair is 'bob' lenght. Now that most of the bleached out brown strands are gone, I can focus on working with the 'good' hair that is left.
Last week, I did a protein treatment with Aphogee two-step conditioner and spraying CHI keratin mist for extra protein after moisturizing.
I've gotten my shea butter supply so I'll be steaming with shea butter this weekend.
:)
Monday, August 23, 2010
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Quiz: How Healthy Is Your Hair?
My Result:
Moderately Damaged
Without extreme vigilance, it's hard to completely avoid damage, so don't fret. Follow these simple steps to easily rehabilitate your hair.
Step 1: Trim hair every six to eight weeks to remove split ends, and only shampoo when necessary. (Unless hair is extremely oily, you don't need to shampoo daily.) Nelson Chan, owner of Nelson J salon in Beverly Hills, Calif., recommends regularly using a leave-in conditioner: "For fine hair, choose a spray leave-in that's lightweight and contains protein. Thick hair needs one that contains hydrating ingredients like shea butter or plant oils, usually in a light cream form."
Step 2: When exposed to sun or heat-styling tools, avoid further damage or dryness by using a heat-protectant spray or cream, advises Kaz Amor, co-owner of Warren-Tricomi Salon in Los Angeles. Amor also suggests using styling tools that have heat control dials so that you can regulate the level of heat applied to your hair. "Curly, coarse hair can handle higher temperatures because it has more layers of cuticle," says Amor.
Step 3: Pamper hair by deep conditioning monthly and opting for a paddle brush instead of a hard bristle brush. Oh, and avoid rubbing hair dry with a towel, advises Chan. Pat hair dry instead.
I created my regimen before this quiz and thank goodness, I am on track. I wash my hair once a week (on the weekends) and co-wash midweek. I incorporated a leave-in conditioner, heat protectants, and natural oils into my regimen so my 'moderately damaged' hair is moving in the right direction...
My Result:
Moderately Damaged
Without extreme vigilance, it's hard to completely avoid damage, so don't fret. Follow these simple steps to easily rehabilitate your hair.
Step 1: Trim hair every six to eight weeks to remove split ends, and only shampoo when necessary. (Unless hair is extremely oily, you don't need to shampoo daily.) Nelson Chan, owner of Nelson J salon in Beverly Hills, Calif., recommends regularly using a leave-in conditioner: "For fine hair, choose a spray leave-in that's lightweight and contains protein. Thick hair needs one that contains hydrating ingredients like shea butter or plant oils, usually in a light cream form."
Step 2: When exposed to sun or heat-styling tools, avoid further damage or dryness by using a heat-protectant spray or cream, advises Kaz Amor, co-owner of Warren-Tricomi Salon in Los Angeles. Amor also suggests using styling tools that have heat control dials so that you can regulate the level of heat applied to your hair. "Curly, coarse hair can handle higher temperatures because it has more layers of cuticle," says Amor.
Step 3: Pamper hair by deep conditioning monthly and opting for a paddle brush instead of a hard bristle brush. Oh, and avoid rubbing hair dry with a towel, advises Chan. Pat hair dry instead.
I created my regimen before this quiz and thank goodness, I am on track. I wash my hair once a week (on the weekends) and co-wash midweek. I incorporated a leave-in conditioner, heat protectants, and natural oils into my regimen so my 'moderately damaged' hair is moving in the right direction...
Monday, August 2, 2010
Product lingo
I found this online yesterday and though to share. Its quite useful.
■Acidifier - A pH balance of 2.5 to 3.5 is what qualifies a hair conditioner as an acidifier. This acid will flatten the cuticle layer of the hair, resulting in beautiful shiny, bouncy hair. This conditioner is great for people with fine textured hair.http://www.salonweb.com/pro/conditioner.htm#acid8
■Detangler - This is an acidifier conditioner. The acid flattened the cuticle of the hair shaft. Some detanglers work instantly, others take several minutes before they complete the transformation that allow hair to untangle during combing.http://www.salonweb.com/pro/conditioner.htm#detangle9
■Glosser - When you use a glosser, it is mainly just to make the hair shinier. Most of them very light-weight oils, made from silicone. Glossers also help to control the "frizzies."
■Moisturizer -A moisturizing shampoo is filled with humectant compounds that attract and trap moisture.http://www.salonweb.com/pro/conditioner.htm#moist10
■E.F.A. - Permanent relaxers, hair coloring, and other chemicals can cause hair to be dry and brittle. An E.F.A conditioner is made to mimic sebum, an oil produced naturally by the scalp.http://www.salonweb.com/pro/conditioner.htm#efa11
■Re-constructor - Hydrolyzed human hair protein has 19 amino acids. The protein is lightweight and it penetrates the cortex and strengthens the hair.http://www.salonweb.com/pro/conditioner.htm#recon12
■Thermal Protection - If your hair suffers from heat damage, a thermal conditioner will offer a layer of protection. Blow drying, a hot curling iron and time in the sun can cause damage to your hair. Protect your hair with thermal hair conditioners.http://www.salonweb.com/pro/conditioner.htm#thermal13
http://www.mahalo.com/hair-conditioner
■Acidifier - A pH balance of 2.5 to 3.5 is what qualifies a hair conditioner as an acidifier. This acid will flatten the cuticle layer of the hair, resulting in beautiful shiny, bouncy hair. This conditioner is great for people with fine textured hair.http://www.salonweb.com/pro/conditioner.htm#acid8
■Detangler - This is an acidifier conditioner. The acid flattened the cuticle of the hair shaft. Some detanglers work instantly, others take several minutes before they complete the transformation that allow hair to untangle during combing.http://www.salonweb.com/pro/conditioner.htm#detangle9
■Glosser - When you use a glosser, it is mainly just to make the hair shinier. Most of them very light-weight oils, made from silicone. Glossers also help to control the "frizzies."
■Moisturizer -A moisturizing shampoo is filled with humectant compounds that attract and trap moisture.http://www.salonweb.com/pro/conditioner.htm#moist10
■E.F.A. - Permanent relaxers, hair coloring, and other chemicals can cause hair to be dry and brittle. An E.F.A conditioner is made to mimic sebum, an oil produced naturally by the scalp.http://www.salonweb.com/pro/conditioner.htm#efa11
■Re-constructor - Hydrolyzed human hair protein has 19 amino acids. The protein is lightweight and it penetrates the cortex and strengthens the hair.http://www.salonweb.com/pro/conditioner.htm#recon12
■Thermal Protection - If your hair suffers from heat damage, a thermal conditioner will offer a layer of protection. Blow drying, a hot curling iron and time in the sun can cause damage to your hair. Protect your hair with thermal hair conditioners.http://www.salonweb.com/pro/conditioner.htm#thermal13
http://www.mahalo.com/hair-conditioner
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