4 OILS THAT ARE AMAZING FOR YOUR HAIR

As a hairstylist; I am frequently asked;

"Can I use oil in my hair?' "What oils do you think are best for my hair?"

The answer is;  YES YOU CAN! THE TYPE OF OIL NEEDED DEPENDS ON THE NEEDS OF YOUR HAIR.

I will give you 4 types of the best oils, for your hair.  I advise you that anytime when applying and

product to your hair, think of it in the size of coins. You never want to use too much of anything that makes

your hair have extra build up. This will defeat the whole purpose. Start off with a dime size, and build your

way up to a quarter size if need be. Below are different oils, and the purposes they serve.

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COCONUT OIL

Great in vitamin E
Helps with fight hair loss
Help dandruff
Scalp penetrating
Reduces protein loss

               CASTOR OIL

             Thickens hair
             Reduces and prevent damage
             Increases hair growth
             Great for for moisture and deep                                conditioning
             Hair grows fuller and adds sheen
            Thickens hair

AVOCADO OIL

Adds sheen and softness
Great oil for scalp
Helps to restore damaged hair
Great as a leave in conditioner
Locks in moister

                                  OLIVE OIL
                   

                              Promotes growth
                              Penetrating (Hair & Scalp)
                              Conditions
                              It's Anti-bacterial
                              Improves hair elasticity
                              Strengthening

Soothing Methods For Relaxation

 Our lives tend to get a little crazy. I know mine does. As mothers, fathers, and professionals, sometimes putting your self first isn't an option. Or in most cases we don't find time. I have found a few remedies that work for me, and don't take up a lot of time. These remedies are great for a busy and/or stressful day or week. They can be done before bed, or when you are able to get a day off.

Remedy #1.

Neuma 

                                

reNeu Shampoo

Cleanse * Refresh

Sulfate-free, color-extending formula with UV Guard™ gently cleanses all hair types leaving hair feeling fresh and more manageable.

Removes product build-up and any minerals left by hard water. Strengthens hair while it detangles and smoothes flyaways.

Neuma 

                                   

reNeu Condition

Smooth * Detangle

Lightweight conditioner detangles and nourishes hair. Balances moisture while it helps protects and control frizz and flyaways.

Strengthening ingredients enhance hair condition without build-up  to deliver healthier, more alive hair.  Color-extending formula with UV Guard™ adds strength and lasting shine.

The minty smell, and the tingling you feel on your scalp is soothing. This is step 1 in your relaxation mode. Once the conditioner is done, pin your hair up, and move on to remedy #2.

Remedy #2.

Milk & Roses Bath      

This method works, no matter what your completion or skin type is. Milk naturally softens the skin. Milk also contains gentle acids, that encourage skin regeneration. 

Roses have played a major part in beauty since the beginning of time. Roses are beautifying with both emollient and rejuvenating qualities.

Milk & Rose Bath Reciepe:

1 cup of Powdered Milk

1 cup of Dried Rose Petals

A few drops of Rose Essential Oil

In a small bowl mix all ingredients. Then prepare a warm bath, pour mixture into the water. My suggestion is the turn on some music. For me classical jazz works. I become one with my thoughts, and can attempt to start letting go of my stresses. I hope this works for you as well.

Remedy #3

Relaxing Tea              

Yes, you may drink it in your bath or following you bath. Nothing compliments the word relaxation, like a cup of tea. Tea is a cure for many things in different cultures. Many people also use tea to treat symptoms. I have tried Chopra Center's "Relaxing Tea." It is by far my favorite.

I hope that you find time to try a few of my remedies. I welcome you all to send me some of yours. Remember to take time for self. YOU DESERVE IT!!!

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Skincare Remedies, Using What's Already In Your Pantry

As women, we tend to be in search for the perfect skin care regimen. Some of us are also willing to spend a fortune; in search of the perfect regimen. I admit that was me, I am a total skincare junkie.

Have you ever thought about looking in your pantry, medicine cabinet, or refrigerator, and using what you already have?

I hadn't until I had a conversation with my mom about how much money I was spending on my skin. She reminded me that she, and my ancestors, had their own remedies. Mother also reminded me to save money for the important things, house, car etc.

She said; "look in you pantry for skin care." I had not thought of this. Then I thought...,,,,,

Most of us don't.

If you read the ingredients to most of your skincare products; you'd be amazed to know you already own most of what the base is in these products your spending a fortune on.

Without giving all my recipes away I will give you a few base products, that can make a good concoction.

Egg Yolk & Lemon Juice (Anti-Redness Facial)

Rosewater & Coconut Milk (Relaxing Bath)

Honey & Brown Sugar (Facial & Body Scrub)

Coconut Oil & Vitamin E (Eye Cream)

Honey & Olive Oil (Skin Moisturizer)

Raw Sugar & Petroleum Jelly (Lip Scrub)


If you desire a recipe please message me and I will send you one. I will however, give away one..........

Eye Makeup Remover:

1 Cup of water
1 1/2 Tbls. of Tear Free Baby Shampoo
1/8 Tsp. of Baby Oil

Shake before each use.


I hope you enjoy this entry, if you have any questions, you know where to find me .

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Madam C. J. Walker was the first African American to create a hair product. It's know today amongst many African American women as the Relaxer. She also made Shampoo, Condtioner, and Hair Oil. Many people don't know much about her;..............those who don't clearly didn't do there research.  She was a business woman, a Philanthropist  an empowering teacher, an activist, and the first African American millionaire. She invented her line after having a scalp ailment. Madam C. J. Walker has laid the foundation for many people in my industry. For that I am forever grateful.  I have enclosed a video, and a website; that will help you get to know her.

Happy African American History Month!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Video

Website

AFRICAN/ AMERICAN HAIR HISTORY

I am always by some of my clients; "Is your hair hard to manage?" "How do you come up with so many styles for it?" "I wonder how people styled their back in earlier times?" I laugh because to some of the question are quite humorous. My reply is; "What did we do before cell phones?" However; it became clear not a lot of my clients whether black of white knew the true history of African/ American hair. African history itself is so diverse, and misunderstood by many, because of this it was hard to explain it correctly. Among  the  1,000 of articles I read every month, I finally came across an article by: Michelle; at www.naturallycurly.com that will give you a pinpoint into African  American Hair History. I found to be interesting and somewhat informative. I say somewhat for me,  because some of it I already knew. For those who have any question please feel free to leave a comment and I will respond.



http://www.naturallycurly.com/curlreading/kinky-hair-type-4a/a-look-back-at-the-black-hair-story



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