Growing up you may have been told to oil your hair in order for it to be healthy. It is true that black hair tends to be on the dry side so it needs moisture. However, there are some products that you shouldn’t be using if you don’t want to damage your hair.
Mineral oil and petroleum is probably some of worst forms of hair dressings that you could ever apply to your tresses.
Most think hey, well its oil; but these actually add little or no moisture at all. In reality mineral oils clog pores and leave a nasty buildup on the hair and scalp which is not good when it comes to hair growth. This is why it’s so important to read a product’s list of ingredients. If you notice that wax, mineral oil or petrolatum is an ingredient it is best to put the product back on the rack and make another choice.
So what exactly does your hair need most to stay moisturized? Well, when you are thirsty do you reach for a glass of oil or a glass of water? Hopefully, you said the latter because water is moisture, oils are not. Therefore, you need to use products that utilize humectants.
Humectants are ingredients that attract and bind water to themselves and can even accomplish this right out of the air from the natural humidity. Look for products that contain such ingredients as glycerin or glycerol, urea, NaPCA, chitosan, propylene glycol, hydrolyzed silk, Acetamide MEA, sorbitol, panthenol and shea butter.
The best thing you can reach for is pure organic oil. It is the healthiest thing you can do for your scalp, hair roots and tips. I personally use Obsessed Hair Oil and I love it because it leaves your hair shiny and hydrated. It is great for your scalp too.
Have you ever considered coloring your hair all on your own? A good color job takes skill and usually you can tell instantly if someone has done a good job or should consider buying a …
Beauty Tip-Save yourself some muhla and trim your bangs yourself.
After you wash and blow dry your hair, flat iron your hair till smooth. Gather bangs and twist hair several times, but not too tightly otherwise you may trim tresses too short. Next, depending on how long you want your bangs, trim hair either above or below your fingers holding the twist. Remember it is best to start longer, because you can always re-twist and re-cut in order to make bangs shorter.
Beauty Tip-When flat ironing your hair use small sections to straighten tresses. The smaller the section, the more weightless and flatter your hair will be. Also, use a comb to detangle the section of hair …
Hair that is straight, silky and smooth can turn heads any day of the week. Unfortunately, this product has been discontinued. After flat ironing your hair, use Obsessed Hair Oil for silky smooth hair every …
This is a great natural hairstyle that can contribute to hair protection as well as hair growth. The ends of the hair which are susceptible to damage are well protected within the braid. Moreover, this side braid hairstyle includes a front cornrow that can help keep unruly edges along the hairline under control.
How To Do It:
1. Part hair on the side.
2. Cornrow hair to the left of the part.
3. Once the left side braid is cornrowed down to the nape pull all hair to the right side.
4. Part remaining hair into two sections.
5. Holding the two sections (one in each hand), take strands from the left section and cross it over to the right section of hair.
6. Next, take strands from the right section and cross it over to the left section of the hair.
7. Continue repeating steps 5 and 6, crisscrossing sections of hair until the fishtail side braid is at your desired length.
Want more ideas? Check out this great article on African hair braiding.It can be a style, a statement or a way to bring a storied history into the wearer’s modern-day life. In many ways, hair braiding has deep roots in the African-American community. From their origins in Africa, through the days of slavery and into today’s pop culture, cornrow braids have long been associated with the black community. But many don’t realize just how deep those roots go.
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No doubt if you are reading this article right now you love your hair. Moreover, thanks to this love, like any woman you do your best to protect it at all costs. However, safeguarding strands and your scalp for healthy hair growth is not always so simple. Every season poses a new threat to keeping tresses looking insanely gorgeous. This is especially true during the winter months and can become quite the battle. Let us explain why and how you can win every time by using Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Oil and other natural oils.
Tea Tree Oil Banishes Dandruff-Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Oil
One problem that seems to rear its ugly head in the winter is dandruff. This is because cold temperatures outside and central heat indoors strip skin cells of their moisture, which would include the ones sitting up on your head. Being dandruff free this winter is a piece of cake as long as you invest in shampoo and conditioner containing tea tree oil.
We have interviewed several experts who swear by Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Oil shampoo and conditioner. Therefore, we looked into the product line and found out you can purchase each one for under $20, not bad.
Now let us give you the reason as to why to make the switch to tea tree oil products. The Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology published a study that found that “shampoos containing five percent standardized tea tree oil improved dandruff and reduced itchiness associated with dry scalp in 41 percent of patients.” We’ll take odds like that any day. However, if tea tree oil is just not your thing there is another solution for you. Home remedies like messaging lukewarm olive oil into your scalp and letting it soak for 30 minutes can also relieve dryness.
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“Hmm… this nail design looked way different on Instagram. Why does it look like my fingers are bleeding? Well, at least my whole hand looks pretty and glittery.” If any of those have ever been your thoughts, we feel your nail pain and can honestly say that we have been there and done that. Unfortunately, some of us paint our nails like we are shuddering and shaking from the extreme cold. Therefore, let’s fix that forever as we share exactly How to Apply Nail Polish Correctly.
Why Should I Learn Proper Technique? Well, if you think of your nails as being fashion accessories, you will never look at them the same again. Nicely executed nail looks truly do wield serious star power in any head-to-toe ensemble. Your clothing is the lead, but nails our dears are the best supporting actor. If they shine, you sparkle.
Do I Need to Prep My Nails First? The verdict is… always! This means if you have old polish still sticking to your nails it needs to be removed first with nail polish remover. You want to also make sure that you nails are just clean period. Aim for them to be free of all dust, dirt and moisture. Before any paint application you will want your nails to be super clean. If they are not you run the risk of the new nail polish not adhering or sticking properly.
Seriously… Is Base Coat Really THAT Important? Do we need the sun and moon? So then, it is never a good idea to skip the step of applying a base coat. Base coat helps to prevent dreadful chipping and unsightly nail stains. Have you ever removed your nail polish and noticed that your natural nails now look yellowish or discolored? Most likely you skipped applying base cost. Therefore, after nails are clean, polish on a base coat and let it completely dry so that you can reap the benefits.
How To Apply Nail Polish Correctly
Most likely if you have navigated to this post there has been occasions that you have felt like a pre-school kid coloring while trying desperately to stay within the lines. Or perhaps when attempting to polish your nails the end result looks like a design of Edward Scissorhands or your baby brother took his revenge. Leave all of that in the past and take a few deep breaths, because with a little practice you can be polishing like a professional.
Getting salon and spa finish nails is not just a dream, anyone can learn. Ready? So then, let’s begin!
Check out this cheat sheet featuring a few Pro tips we picked from popular LA nail gurus:
It’s a three stroke process, one stroke down the middle of the nail then one stroke of nail polish on both of the sides.
Keep your strokes long.
Don’t worry if you are unable to polish your entire nail (especially those pesky sides) because when you do your second coat you’ll be able to get the spots you missed.
Always apply two coats of polish because that will help you not only get the true color you want, but the right consistency on all the nails.
How to Apply Nail Polish -HELP I MISSED UP!
No one is perfect, so you can’t always expect to get it right. So if you do experience a tiny beauty flub, don’t panic. There are ways to disguise and mask your nail polish fail so that no one will ever know.
In the Nick of Time– All of us enjoy checking to see if our nails are dry prematurely. We can’t explain this phenomenon; however, the resulting fingerprint is very real and most likely not apart of the intended design. If you find yourself in this predicament try using a free wet finger to smooth things out. Or apply another layer of top coat to regain the nice and sleek finish you desire.
Man in the Iron Mask– Take a lesson from this story and utilize a mask in order to hide a flaw. Use a glittery nail polish to disguise any imperfections. You’ll create a chic accent nail that will still look fabulous. Just be sure to the paint the same fingernail on the opposite hand with the glittery lacquer to keep things looking uniform.
Dip Baby Dip– Cotton candy, sweetie go let us see that Q-tip roll! If you have a little mishap you can always dip a sturdy Q-tip into nail polish remover and brush it along any mistakes. As you move along with this handy beauty tool will see any issues disappear like a magic eraser.
How to Apply Nail Polish Tutorial
Seeing is believing right? Of course, it is and for that reason we are including this nifty little video to help you along. Nail expert, Joi, quickly demonstrates how to apply nail polish correctly.
Remember nails are just another fab accessory to wield some style power into an outfit. A little practice goes a long way and can get you painting like a pro in no time. So have fun with it, be creative and relax there’s always remover.
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