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Spring Clean Hair Products Routine

Arianne SuggsUpdated on March 5, 2015February 16, 2015Leave a Comment

Clean up your act or your hair could suffer the consequences. It is almost a catch 22, we need products to help our hair look amazing yet those same products could also cause issues. Therefore, what can be done to ensure our hair routines stay on the positive end of things?

First, step is to take a quick look-see into the ingredients of your main hair products to see what’s really in them. Without you knowing it or being aware many styling products such as serums can contain silicon. Silicon products that are used in succession and often can cause build up on the hair that will need regular cleansing in order to remove. So then, whenever possible it is best to leave off from using styling products in order to give your hair a rest.

Moreover, like the seasons change your products should also change out from time to time. Sometimes hair can become used to a product resulting in that same product not being as effective. Therefore, it is strongly recommended to change shampoos occasionally to prevent such from occurring.

Bonus Tip: Many women and men included enjoy using moisture rich shampoos because of it’s nice thick lather. However, such a product is known to cause build up; so then, it is best to make the switch to milder PH balanced shampoos.

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Black Hair Care: Dry Hair With a Paper Towel

Arianne SuggsUpdated on March 5, 2015February 16, 2015Leave a Comment

They don’t call it the quilted paper picker upper for nothing! Investing in a roll of Bounty or other brand of paper towels could be the simplest as well as cheapest fix to preventing your hair from looking like a finger was inserted into a socket. It has become widely known the average towel can be not only too rough on strands but can cause added frizz.

Now if you are a natural hair wearing lady preventing curls or waves from losing shape or puffing into some unknown entity is probably of utmost concern. To combat this issue many women choose to use a tee shirt because of the softer fibers in order to help remove excess water from their hair. Another option would be simply to use a paper towel.

Paper towels will cause less friction and absorb more water than a towel made out of cloth. Moreover, since more water is absorbed then hair drying and styling can be sped up. To decrease puffiness, gently wring your tresses with a paper towel after washing and conditioning. Even though this tip was mentioned with naturalistas in mind, it would work for anyone drying their hair.

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How to Comb Wet Natural Hair

Arianne SuggsUpdated on March 5, 2015February 12, 2015Leave a Comment

Combing your hair correctly can save you a lot of pain and from breaking or snapping strands of your hair unnecessarily. First things first, you are the realest (sorry couldn’t help it LOL); secondly, keep in mind that combing wet strands has to be done systematically. Meaning you will need to comb hair in sections and in a manner that will lean more towards being gentle. As you work through sections start at the ends and work your way through to the roots.

What type of comb you use is also very important in the untangling process. Make sure that you use a comb that has wide teeth that are softly rounded. Such a comb will allow hair to pass through easier preventing more knots from being formed. Help your comb by also using your fingers to untangle tougher strands of hair that have become entwined. Lastly, using a detangler product or applying a leave-in conditioner will also help the comb slide with greater ease through your tresses.

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How Much Hair Should You Lose Daily?

Arianne SuggsUpdated on March 5, 2015February 12, 2015Leave a Comment

Of course none of wish to lose our hair especially if the goal is to have fuller or longer hair. Hair growth depends on a number of factors, but constantly losing part of your locks could make it harder to see if any changes are occurring. Therefore, the question arises of how much hair loss on a daily basis is considered normal?

All of us on average have approximately 100,000 strands resting on our heads. Of these strands it is normal to lose between 40 to 100 hairs. This is true even if you have been taking excellent care of your tresses and are having a good hair day. If you find that you are losing or shedding more hair try changing up your deep conditioning routine and look into your diet. Moreover, hairstyling may also be a culprit of your hair loss. Tight braids, ponytails or chignons aka buns and any styles that maintain a constant pull on your hair could result in losing strands.

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Aromatherapy and Hair Growth

Arianne SuggsUpdated on March 5, 2015February 6, 2015Leave a Comment

Can using aromatherapy on a daily basis cause hair to grow? Scientists say yes and several studies have shown a direct link between growing longer tresses while using aromatherapy. Therefore, what has been the findings on this subject and how can all women benefit from such a treatment?

In 1998 researchers conducted a study where patients massaged aromatherapy oils into their strands, scalp while also focusing on their ends. The result of the study conducted by the Archives of Dermatology was significant as well as measurable improvement in new hair growth! This means that a daily routine of hair massage using aromatherapy oils will give you healthier, stronger and longer tresses. Look out for our future post on aromatherapy oils that you should try.

To grow your hair would you try an aromatherapy routine? Join the discussion on Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

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Glaze Hair Between Hair Color Appointments

Arianne SuggsUpdated on March 5, 2015February 3, 2015Leave a Comment

To glaze or not to glaze, that is the question. We say glaze and in this quick post we will share a few good reasons that may help you make your own hair decision. Fading and dullness is often a complaint of women who regularly color their tresses. Therefore, to keep hair color on point longer it is highly recommended to use a hair color glaze which can be found at the local drugstore.

Hair glazes help add as well as infuse moisture back into color treated hair, smooths strands and helps to fill in rough spots or holes in your hair cuticles. All of these benefits culminate to make color last longer, look better and stay brighter. So then, adding a hair glaze to your hair routine will help your color last until your next appointment.

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3 Hair Tips Every Girl Should Know

Arianne SuggsUpdated on March 5, 2015February 3, 2015Leave a Comment

Have you ever heard someone say, “I wish I knew then, what I know now.” Knowledge is truly everything and should not be taken for granted, especially when it comes to taking care of yourself. Keep hair healthy and gorgeous with these 3 tips!

1. Sulfate Free Shampoo- Not only are sulfate free shampoos more gentle on your tresses but they can possibly even clean your hair and scalp better. Some shampoos that cause tons of lather often contain a large amount of moisturizing products that can leave nasty build-up on your hair, the very opposite of what you are trying to accomplish. Gross!

2. Cool It Down- Once the shampoo and conditioning steps have been taken always, always, always rinse your hair with cold water. Cool water will seal the cuticle which add sleeker finish to your locks.

3. 10 Minute Rule- Before you blow dry, curl, roll, twist, braid or straighten your hair, you should aim to apply any protection or styling products 10 minutes before you begin your hair process. Doing so will give the products time to penetrate and absorb into strands so that you can derive the most benefits from said products.

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Extend Your Hair Color

Arianne Suggs January 23, 2015January 23, 2015Leave a Comment

Hair Quickie: Besides deep conditioning your hair once a week after coloring your hair you can help extend your color even while you are still at the salon. Tell your hair stylist that you would like them to add a semi-permanent hair glaze or gloss at the time of coloring. This added treatment will seal your hair’s cuticle as well as extend your hair’s color in a safe manner.

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Change Parts to Prevent Uneven Hair Color Fading

Arianne Suggs January 22, 2015January 22, 2015Leave a Comment

Hair Quickie: All this week we have been dishing out tips to help all our girls with the color-treated hair. One simple tip to keep in mind is to change up where you part your hair. Do not keep your locks parted in the same place continuously. By switching things up you help prevent uneven fading since different sections are exposed.

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Nightly Routine

Arianne Suggs January 12, 2015January 12, 2015Leave a Comment

Hair Quickie: It is a good habit to brush hair every night from root to ends in order to promote growth by stimulating the scalp as well as give tresses a healthy sheen. Locks will look more luminous due to the distribution of natural oils throughout the shaft caused by the brushing action.