There are three major types of hair wefts that are used in hair extension services today in most hair salons.  There is no question that using hair wefts is an easy solution to enhance your natural growing especially if you are suffering from hair loss.  The only question is which kind of weft is best to use? Use the comparison chart below to help you decide which will work best for you:

There are many methods that are used to apply a “Quick Weave”. This post is highlighting a unique technique to applying machine wefted hair to a person’s head. This technique includes the use of glue and gel all in the same hair service. the steps to this method are:

1) Relax your hair or wash you hair if it is already natural straight or chemically straightened.

2) After wash, apply leave-in conditioner and wrap the wet hair around your head.

3) Seal the wrap with a thick layer of gel.

4) Sit under the dryer for 20-30 minutes until hair is dry and hard. This is now the prepared base for wefts.

5) Start attaaching wefts to the base with glue row by row until the head is covered.

6) Cut and style as desired.

Pro: You may achieve your desired final result much faster than a sewn in process.

Cons:

1) Gel is drying to the hair because it contains alcohol.

2) Your scalp will not be able to breathe or receive moisture which is vital to healthy hair growth.

3) You will not be able to cleanse your scalp, which can result in clogged pores and dandruff.

4) Your hair will smell terrible because the scalp is unable to sloth off  dead skin cells, salt  and sebum emissions and shed any dead hair strands from the day before.

5) It will not last as long as a sewn in weave. frequent  reattachment of  the wets with the use of glue can cause long term damage to the hair shaft.

6) Machine wefts are bulky and will still cause some apparent lumps in the hair.

In conclusion, your hair will not benefit  from the use of this method.  In order to get  great hair extension results, you must have a healthy base. Any sewn in or strand by strand method would be ideal.

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Using almond oil in a natural, herbal conditioner to help with you afro texture hair. Almond oil seals the  cuticle layer of your curly tendrils. Sealing the cuticle layer encourages shine, creates softness, boost manageability and encourages growth. Below are the recipe and directions of use:

Almond Oil Conditioner

1 cup  rose floral water

1 tbs of jojoba oil

10 drops vitamin e oil

2 tbs of Almond oil

To make:

1)  Gently warm the rose water in the microwave.

2) Add the jojoba oil and almond oil.

3) pour mixture into a blender and add the vitamin E.

4) Blend at high speed for 2 minutes.

To use:

1) Wet hair with warm water.

2) Pour the conditioner onto your hair and scalp, massaging in thoroughly.

3) Leave onfor 10 minutes.

4) Rinse thoroughly with warm water.

5) Shampoo lightly and rinse again with cool water.

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All hair sprays contain alcohol and that can be very drying to hair. Subsequently that is its purpose. Hair Spray is used to freeze dry the hair. It closes the pores of the cuticle layers so the hair will not absorb any extra moisture from the environment. Curls will only fall during a humid day because hair strands absorbs the moisture from the environment and swell and become heavy. The  weight of the hair loosens your curls or weighs the hair down.

A great suggestion is to find a product that is contains a lower level of alcohol such as Clairol professional Sheer Mist. This product holds  style all day and protects hair from any weather condition. after using this product, the hair is touchable, flexible and shiny.

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The winter season has arrived and protecting your body  is imperative. Wearing a warm hat will not only keep you warm but can also provide powerful protection against the cold environment. How you ask? Well let me explain.

The most sensitive parts of your body is where heat can escape. Usually heat escapes your body from the soles of your feet and the mole of your head. The mole of the head is the center most spot in the top crown area of your head. By Covering the mole of your head, you will automatically prohibit any heat from leaving your  body. Thus , using your own body temperature to keep you warm.

During winter months, the air is usually  very dry which is good because bacteria can not live to long  in  cold temperature.  That is why bacteria loves to enter our bodies because we are a  warm, moist  vessel for them to hibernate in until the weather is warmer.

Another benefit to covering your head with a hat is protecting your hair and scalp. Since the  cold , crisp air transmitted into the environment during this season is very dry. When exposed to it , our hair and scalp can become very dry also. Wearing a hat will lock in all moisture secreted or added to hair while a you are out in the environment. Be careful to wear a silk, satin or nylon scarf under your winter hats. Most winter hats are made out of fabrics such as wool or cotton that ,with friction from placement and removal of the hat, could lead to hair breakage and sometimes thinness.

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Unbearable stress is common for most women with hair loss. Hair loss is a difficult situation to handle especially for women. The best way to handle it is to create a stress management routine. Having a routine allows you to create an outlet for your stress and anxiety. Creating a a simple routine by including daily activities such as shampooing your hair can relieve much or your stress and anxiety.

The way to transform your shampooing experience into a powerful stress manager is by adding essential oils to you hair cleansing products. Adding essential oils such as eucalyptus, almond or cinnamon to your hair cleansing products will make shampooing you hair feel like an aromatherapy spa treatment. Using essential oils are both soothing and beneficial for scalp and hair. By the end of your shampooing experience , you will feel revive and stress free.

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Zinc is to the rescue!!!!!!!! Usually found in most lean meats, kiwi, avocado and even caviar has scientifically been proven to be beneficial for hair, nails and skin. It is the hottest new mineral that has been recently added as a key ingredient to most beauty products. Here’s a list of the incredible things that Zinc can do:

1) Helps to eliminate and fights symptoms that causes Dandruff.

2) Keeps hair growing stronger and longer.

3) Reduces acne.

4) Fights cold sores.

5) Combats Eczema

6) Helps to clarify and repair skin tone.

7) Prevents cuticle damage due to scratching and itching.

To make sure your hair, nails and skin gets their healthy dose of Zinc everyday, Look for beauty products that contain pyrithione zinc (ZPT).

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Lace front wigs, the entertainment industry has promoted them and the cosmetology industry has capitalize from them. Lace front wigs are hand crafted with material ( nylon ). Hair Fibers are hand tied strand by strand to the ventilated base. It must be attached to the head with an adhesive solution or double sided tape. They have become the newest and biggest trend of believable hair extension but to what extent will you sacrifice your health for a hairstyle?

The damage of your natural hair is overshadowed by the promise of beautiful fake strands and undetectable hair lines. Step into the light ,Ladies! The use of adhesive ( weave bond, keratin adhesive, double sided tape, etc.) to attach hair to your head is not safe. Do you not understand that the apoxy from the adhesive will be absorbed into your pores and the result can be devasting.

It might not happen today but similar to HIV, it can take time slowly attacking your body. Health First ! Hair style Second!!!!

Recent summer temperatures have prompted many women to apply hair enhancements onto their own hair. Whether braids, weaves or wigs, this can be considered an avoidance of basic hair care during the summer. If worn for a long period of time without proper maintenance to your own hair, all of these methods can cause hair and/or scalp damage.

Today, this post is to remind those women that wear any type of hair enhancement, especially during the summer, to see their hair stylist for routine maintenance. Most women that are not hair stylist themselves can not maintain their own strands without enhancements. So it would be that much harder for you to to take care of your hair enhancements.

Here are some starter tips to help you care for your Summer hair:

1) Wash hair atleast once every week.

2) Use leave in conditioner to protect hair strands from heat and UV rays from the sun.

3) Apply sunscreen to the scalp on any parted section. ( Side or Center part).

4) Let your hair air dry ( if possible) or use a lower heat setting on your blow dryer.

5) If you can’t wash your hair weekly, use an astringent ( Sea breeze ) every three days to rinse away dead skin cells, sweat, oil build up and salt from the scalp surface.

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The Summer months are hot and  can cause skin, scalp and hair to be sticky. I know that no one enjoys that feeling. Most of my clients have told me that they usually remedy this problem by washing their hair more frequently. Unfortunately, that remedy can make the problem worse.

There is a better solution which is Astrigent. Astringent has a gentle cleansing quality that rinses away all impurities from the skin and scalp. It does not strip away vital oils that the skin and scalp needs to stay soft and pliable. You can use this as a great alternative to reduce the frequency of shampooing.

Trichology Explanation

During the summer, the skin and scalp produces more sweat for biological air conditioning and oil for sun protection. Environmental pollutants and bacteria attach to your hair causing it to smell and feel “Dirty”. If you shampoo your hair more frequently, it will completely strip the impurities and beneficial oils from your hair. Your body will respond by working furiously to produce even more oil and sweat. To combat dirt and keep hair and scalp balanced ( free from “Dirt”,sustaining a significant oil level for sun protection and the release of sweat for body cooling ), using astringent is essential.

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