Hair: Black Hair Care

***Black Hair Care***

Over the past few years I have lost count of the amount of new products, herbs or methods for all kinds of Black hair care issues. #Productjunkies

It seems everyone has something, uses something or is about to try something new but the one thing that a lot of people forget or fail to realise, is that WE'RE ALL DIFFERENT!

What works for one person, their climate, their texture, their routine etc may not be right for you!

People seriously need to look at their hair, know their hair and understand how their hair responds to climate, diet etc and what works best for them.

That being said there are three things which are vital for everyone's hair care....

• Water
• Diet
• Climate

Water- Drinking water is great for the whole body . When it comes to hair care water intake is important to hydrate from the inside out. Hydration is a must for Black hair!

Another note on water is water quality, hard water can have negative effects on Black hair. You can find out if you live in a soft or hard water are by checking links like the one below (UK).

http://www.bristan.com/watermap

Diet- Yes, you can do protein treatments, ACV washes, baking soda treatments etc but ultimately whatever you put into your body comes out in your pores and yes this does include your scalp.

Eating a healthy balanced diet is also key to healthy hair, skin and nails.

Climate- This is never in your control but being aware of how your climate affects your hair, is also an important part of Black hair care.

For example, I know my hair can get quite dry in the autumn and winter months so I use extra moisturising products and do low manipulation styling.

Knowing your hair is the first step to beautiful, healthy Black hair. Period!

@MsShayDivine

Hair: DIY protein treatment

In this day and age everyone and their grandma has the perfect recipe for hair care, maintenance and growth.

There are so many products on the market that promise all kinds of things... "DO GROW, WILL GROW, PERMANENT GROW?" and in my experience 99.5% of these don't actually do what they promise.

Growing up I was blessed with an All Natural grandmother, if it wasn't from the earth/natural she very rarely used it on her hair and skin.

 

She washed my hair in Aloe Vera and used things like eggs and olive oil to condition my hair.

Now, I use pretty much the same but have added a few extras for a protein treatment mix which my hair loves.

So why does your hair need protein?

To strengthen the hair shaft, add shine, improve elasticity and reduce frizz.

Read more...

http://www.livestrong.com/article/481535-effects-of-protein-on-hair/

When should I do a protein treatment?

I like to do a protein treatments when my hair feels dry, damaged or limp, so it depends on you and your hair as to how often you do a treatment.

Read more..

http://blackhair.about.com/od/basiccare/f/doineedproteintreatment.htm

My protein treatment recipe*

1 egg

2 tbsp mayonnaise

1/2 tbsp of your favourite deep conditioner

1tsp honey

2 tsp argan/olive oil

2 drops of rosemary oil

2 drops of nettle oil

Mix all together, add to your pre-washed,de-tangled and sectioned hair .

Leave for 30-60 mins, rinse thoroughly, air dry, moisturise and style.

*Deep conditioner, honey and oils are optional, for a basic protein treatment use Eggs, Mayo & Olive oil.

This mix works for my hair, when it comes to natural hair care treatments you have to do what works for you, so there's a lot of trial and error. 

I hope you enjoy x

@MsShayDivine