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Hello!!! I know I've been MIA since 2011... I'm bacccck!!! I'm finally ready to take my hair to the next level. For the next year and a half I will be on the following healthy hair regimen.  I will come on here and do a hair update every 3-7 months... I will purchase all of my conditioners on sale from ROSS, T J Max, and Marshall(I will keep you all up to date) Wash and Deep Condition every 5-7 days with the occasional co-wash as needed Wear a protective hairstyle for at least 5 days per week.(my current regimen consist of wash 'n go only)  Take the hairfinity hair and nails vitamins 7days per week. If I run out of vitamins I will take my one a day petit vitamin until I receive my new batch via mail. Since becoming natural I have not been properly taking good care of my hair. I will do better from now on. I will have pictures below of products and my current length check.  I addition, I will be focusing on becoming fully vegan or vegetarian and continue with my daily ex...

"How to Combat Dryness" One of the most challenging aspects of dealing with our black hair is combating dryness. Black hair tends to be dry because of its physical structure. Dry hair is brittle hair, and when hair is brittle it breaks easily. However there are several steps that you can take to deal with dry hair. One of the most important things you can do to deal with dry hair is to be sure you always wash your hair with a gentle shampoo. Avoid shampoos made with the chemicals sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium laureth sulfate, ammonium lauryl sulfate, and ammonium laureth sulfate. These detergents are some of the most commonly used cleansers in shampoos. However these ingredients strip the hair of natural oils and leave the hair feeling dry and harder to manage. A gentle moisturizing shampoo will cleanse your hair without stripping it of natural oils. Always Deep Condition your hair after washing to soften your hair and help make it more manageable. Another i...

   TIPS FOR HEALTHY HAIR & HAIR DANDRUFF CARE Healthy hair is everybody's desire. It gives the greatest of looks adding to the confidence of a person, while also giving a certain definition to the features of every person. Taking care of your hair needs some extra care. Here are few tips that  will help you. * Boil mustard oil. A regular massage of this oil is helpful. * Trim the hair the dead ends off/away * Coconut oil mixed with lime- juice on the hair applied daily is also good for hair health. (Be sure to check the Ph Level) *Don't use any old rubber band as they tend to break or split hair. Instead just use a scrunch or a fabric coated elastic band. * Another good way is to keep head of healthy hair is to apply juice of green coriander leaves on the head. * Apply olive oil or Musturd Oil at bed time and wash off the hair next morning. * Dont brush/comb wet hair too harshly because it's three times weaker and more likely to break of...

If you are a runner, the main thing you need to worryabout is friction.  You want to avoid any opportunity for your ends to brush up against your shoulders, work out clothes or running jacket. You also want to prevent your hair from whipping around as you run, as consistent exposure to wind, rain or sun can lead to split ends, tangles and an overall weakened hair shaft. As an avid runner, here are a few tips that have helped me! 1. Coat The Hair First! Keeping the hair well lubricated is an excellent way to protect the hair from sweat and prevent the hair shaft from becoming weak from exposure to wind, sun and friction. Before heading out for your run, take a few moments to apply a light oil to the hair in sections. For a video tutorial of this technique, 2. Protect the Ends! Instead of your standard ponytail (which does not offer much protection for the ends), try to keep your hair in a protective style to keep the hair and ends secure. My default style is a loose bun. ...

Pink Relaxer, Conditioning No-Lye, Regular Strength **THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY** Featuring the Pink Protection System. Special conditioners. Essential vitamins & oils. Protects from breakage. Superior straightening for silky softness. Enhanced body with shine. Net Contents: One application or two retouches. Contents: Pink No-Lye Conditioning Relaxer [7.5 oz (213 g)]; Pink Color Mix Activator [1.70 fl oz (50.3 ml)]; Pink Color Alarm Conditioning & Neutralizing Shampoo [1.5 fl oz (44 ml)]; Pink Conditioner [0.75 fl oz (22 ml)]; Pink Styling Lotion [2.0 fl oz (59 ml)]; Pink Oil Original Moisturizer Lotion [0.25 fl oz (7 ml)]. Ingredients Pink No-Lye Conditioning Relaxer: Deionized Water (Aqua), Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum), Cetearyl Alcohol, Calcium Hydroxide, Petrolatum, Propylene Glycol, Ceteareth-20, Cetyl Alcohol, Polymethacrylamidopropyltrimonium Chloride, PEG-75 Lanolin, DEA-Oleth-10 Phosphate. Pink Color Mix Activator: Deionized Water (Aqua), Guanid...

Ultra Sheen Supreme No-Lye Relaxer, Conditioning Creme, Regular                   ** THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY-you decide** For fine/normal hair texture. Contains 2 applications. Contents: 2 - 6.5 fl oz creme relaxer; 2 - 1.8 fl oz liquid activator; 1 - 4 fl oz dual purpose shampoo; 1 - 4 fl oz styling and setting lotion; plastic gloves; wooden spatula. Ultra Sheen Supreme No-Lye Conditioning Creme Relaxer contains special conditioners that work to penetrate the weakened areas of hair, minimizing damage from over processing. Ultra Sheen Supreme Dual Purpose Shampoo with Color Alert can be used immediately following the relaxer as a neutralizer or between touch-ups for regular maintenance. This gentle formula self-adjusts to deeply cleanse the hair to remove dirt, oil and residue, and restore the hair's natural pH balance. Ultra Sheen Supreme Styling & Setting Lotion provides long-lasting...

tcb Naturals No-Lye Relaxer with Conditioning Olive Oil & Aloe, Regular  THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY-you decide TCB Naturals No-Lye Relaxer with Conditioning Olive Oil combines nature and science for truly beautiful hair. Leaves hair conditioned & moisturized. Contains natural ingredients. Provides a rich, brilliant shine. The easy, one application process is designed to provide long-lasting straightness, while the olive oil and vitamin rich formula promotes a healthy-looking scalp, moisturizes, conditions and strengthens, for hair that is shiny and full of body. This Kit Contains: No-Lye Relaxer Cream-B; Liquid Activator-A; Protein Conditioner-C; Neutralizing Shampoo-D; Protective gel; Instruction sheet; Mixing stick; Pair of gloves. Made in the U.S.A. Ingredients No-Lye Relaxer Creme: Water (Aqua), Petrolatum, Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum), Calcium Hydroxide, Cetearyl Alcohol, Propylene Glycol, Polysorbate 60, PEG-20 Hydrogenated Lanolin, Cetyl Alcohol,...

Soft & Beautiful No-Lye Creme Relaxer System, Ultimate Protection, Regular  THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY-you decide 6X More protection against breakage. Triple Hydration Oil prevents breakage & dryness for soft, silky, healthy-looking hair (Based on robotic combing tests of hair treated with the Soft & Beautiful Ultimate Protection No-Lye Relaxer System now with triple hydration oil versus hair treated with Soft & Beautiful Conditioning No-Lye Relaxer System). What makes the Soft & Beautiful Ultimate Protection Relaxer System different? Stronger, healthier hair from first use! Salons worldwide know that adding specific oils in the relaxer provides a superior protection against breakage and dryness. Soft & Beautiful is the first relaxer system where you add triple Hydration oil right before you relax for straight, soft, silky hair that moves. Soft & Beautiful is your personal salon in a box! Triple Hydration Oil, our exclusive natural oil blend of...

Soft & Beautiful Botanicals Relaxer, No-Lye Sensitive Scalp, Regular                                      **THE GOOD, THE BAD & UGLY-you decide** With natural plant extracts. The natural choice for healthy-looking hair and scalp. Formulated to protect hair during relaxing process. Perfect Mix gives you peace of mind. The Perfect Mix System provides you with assurance that the relaxer is properly mixed. Formulated with aloe, sunflower and sage to minimize irritation, Soft & Beautiful Botanicals conditions your hair and scalp throughout the relaxing process. This sensitive scalp formula combines gentle relaxing and superior straightening results. The pleasant guava-mango fragrance provides a soothing aromatherapy experience while relaxing your hair. Kit contains: Botanicals No-lye conditioning relaxe...

Dark and Lovely Relaxer System, Conditioning No-Lye, Regular *THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY-you decide** Moisture seal plus shea butter. Improved! 1 application or 2 retouches. Regular: For fine to medium hair textures. Moisture sealed into every strand. Conditions hair for healthy shine and softness. Unlock the natural beauty of healthy-looking hair. Dark and Lovely moisture seal plus shea butter is the next generation in our no-lye conditioning formula. Our moisture seal conditioners replenish every hair strand with incredible moisture for healthy shine and softness. Our deep conditioner complete with shea butter and natural oils adds an extra boost of moisture for your hair. Hair is soft-to-touch, silky-straight and healthy-looking. Shea butter is one of nature's finest ingredients for moisture. You can trust Dark and Lovely - incredible moisture for healthy-looking, beautiful hair since 1978. Ingredients Conditioning Relaxer Creme: Aqua/Water, Petrolatum, Paraf...