Wednesday, October 7, 2009

To my sistahs....?

Okay so I just recently took out some micros and my hair broke off.. My hair was down my back now it's just shoulder length. What are some african american hair care products that I can use myself to help my hair grow back long beatiful and shiny.. please and thanks



To my sistahs....?

People love micro braids because they look cute but in the end your hair is broke all off and it's not worth. I would try Dr. Miracle Anti-Breakage shampoo/conditioner/ styling agents. Make sure you give yourself a less one protein a month. Keep the heat off your hair and wear wraps and you should be okay.



To my sistahs....?

Doo Gro is a great brand.



Stay away from those micro's, they look nice but do HELL to your hair!



To my sistahs....?

I like Organic Root Stimulator especially their olive oil deep conditioner.



My friend swears by tea tree oil



I'm also dying to try the haircare line from Carol's Daughter



To my sistahs....?

I recommend Dr. Miracle's products!! It's excellent for repairing hair with breakage!!



To my sistahs....?

You don't have to stick to one particular brand. Your hair probably broke off because it wasn't moisturized while your braids were in or they were too tight in some areas.



Either way. Try these sites for info on how to care for your hair as you journey back to long healthy hair.



http://www.growafrohairlong.com



http://www.blackhairmedia.com



To my sistahs....?

Doo gro is a good brand but the one of the best to get is the olive oil products they help your hair grow a bit faster and keeps it from drying out fast and Carol's daughter's hair elixer.

How to use a flat iron properly?

I just got a flat iron for a gift and I used it couple of time but that's it.I have relaxed african american hair and sometimes after I get my done the roots get poofey in couple of weeks and I want to use the flat iron to get my hair straight.How do you use a flat iron properly?If you could give me step by step and how to flat iron hair.Also what type of products should I use before and after I flat iron my hair..thanks



How to use a flat iron properly?

1. make sure hair is clean and dry



note: you can also blow dry your hair semi-straight



2. use a heat protectant spray-not too much



3. grab a small 2 inch section



4.put the hair between the plates of the flat iron as close to the scalp as you can get it w/o burning your scalp



5. clamp the flat iron down on the hair and slide it slowly down to the ends. Repeat if necessary.



tip: I usually pin up or tie the rest of the hair that I am not working on so it won't be in the way. I also start from the back of my head and work up towards the front.



tip: when sliding the flat iron down the hair, keep it moving. Don't stop or you might burn the part that you stopped on.



tip: ceramic flat ions distribute heat more evenly than metal ones.(much better for hair)



How to use a flat iron properly?

Put like lots og hair grease, petroleum based on your hair, this will protect it from the heat, and also, put sum pink moisturizer, this mixture should do the job



How to use a flat iron properly?

I straighten my hair almost everyday,Your not going to be able to keep your hair straight with it for a couple of weeks.It doesn't help your hair stay straight for a long time.Usually if you have curly or wavy hair,after your hair gets wet it goes back to normal...wavy or curly.Good luck :) If i'm not answering your question sorry. Just some information



How to use a flat iron properly?

First of all, just to let you know, it won't hold for very long. If you have wavy or curly hair, it will come back after you sleep or get wet. But I straighten my bangs, so I'll help you out.



1.Brush and comb your hair, so it is free of knots.



2. Take a brush that is round , and pull a bit of hair with it, so it is nice and tight.



3. Once your straightener has been heated up, take it and put the bottom hot part, and place it as close to your roots as it will go without burning.



4. Press the top part together with the bottom, and slowly pull it down until you are finished with that section.



5. Keep doing the same thing, until you have done your whole head of hair. [ You may need a friend to do your back hair]



Good Luck!



How to use a flat iron properly?

Do NOT use oil!!!! it will just burn your hair-no matter what it says!! use what i use: TiGi Bed Head lotion stuff its called superstar its in a purple bottle its awesome!!



How to use a flat iron properly?

i do to



well.......



i prefer oil sheen



part your hair within an inch or inch in a half



spray oil sheen from the roots to the end of haIR



then flat iron from the roots tothe end and repeat..........



How to use a flat iron properly?

Keep your flat iron clean. It will last longer and do less damage to your hair.



2. Use a styling aid to prevent frizz before you blow dry. Sealed Ends by BC Bonicure seal the ends of your hair locking out frizziness by 79 percent. Use it after your blow dry to get rid of frizz.



3. Practice before you head out to any major event. It's very easy to use once you get the knack of it.



4. When using the iron on your hair comb, on the section you are using first, before running the iron through it.



5. Try avoiding using any products until you finish straightening out your hair.



6. Use small sections. The smaller the section the flatter and more weightless your hair will be.



7. Use even pressure while stroking your flat iron from the root to the end without stopping on any part of the sectioned hair.



8. Use a wide bristle brush on your hair while brushing your desired shape into place.



9. Use a lightweight serum to smooth any frizz left over. You'll only need a little.



10. Let your iron cool; clean its surface with a cloth so you閳ユ獟l be ready to use it again tomorrow.

I have a Question for African Americans........?

I'm a caucasian woman with an 8yo daughter. When she talks about friends at school, people she sees, on tv, etc who happen to be African American, she calls them "brown". (She doesn't mean it in a derogatory sense, she will say, "There's a new girl in my class and she has brown skin and long black hair") For instance, today she bought a new African Amer. baby doll. She stated she wanted a "brown" doll because she thinks the skin looks prettier when its brown. I teach her that they call that African American doll or Black doll.. She argues with me and says that it's not black, its brown. lol My question is, I'm worried if Afr. Americans would take offense to my daughter saying "brown" ? For the record, she calls caucasians "pink" lol. Thanks for your responses! : )



I have a Question for African Americans........?

I wouldn't take offense with her saying brown at all. She's expressing what she physically sees and there's nothing wrong with being honest. She hasn't been jaded by the ignorance of people. It's a beautiful thing and I would embrace it. She sounds like a very special young lady. It's a shame that some adults can't see things with the eyes of a child.



I have a Question for African Americans........?

I wouldn't take offense. I think it's cute.



I have a Question for African Americans........?

I don't think its offensive but then again I don't think anyone can speak for their whole race.



I have a Question for African Americans........?

That's cute! At least she appreciates %26amp; admires us %26amp; our skin color.



I have a Question for African Americans........?

No We are beautiful shades of brown from the lightest hue of dust to the darkest hue of the ground. We are God's children. For the record, I am not an hyphenated American. I am Black and proud to be.



I have a Question for African Americans........?

Children speak the truth, isn't it a shame we h ave to teach them that that is not always 'acceptable'!!?



I have a Question for African Americans........?

that is so adorable. leave her with her vocab, she can teach us all a lesson



I have a Question for African Americans........?

I'm white, but I answered so I could give all previous posters a thumbs up. I think it's cute also.



I have a Question for African Americans........?

KIDS :)



Leave her alone...atleast she's not hating. My son says he's brown too, because he know what black looks like and can't comprehend its a loose description not gospil to your skin tone.



Hell, pleny black adults say "I'm not black, I'm brown". They need to be kicked...I mean, talk about splitting a hair.



ps. You aren't having her call herself "caucasian" are you. Its positively clinical...like refering to people as homosapiens all the time.



I have a Question for African Americans........?

I wouldnt take any offense if that came from a young girl. I have light brown skin, but I am of the Black/African race. Black people come in different shades and colours.



She does sound cute, and obviously you are bringing her up the right way... not to see colour when dealing with people. Kudos to you for that.



I have a Question for African Americans........?

Brown is fine.



I have a Question for African Americans........?

That is really cute, and no... I don't think there would be anyone who could find that offensive.



I think your daughter just has no idea about race at this point and only sees the differences in skin tone. Too bad we all can't be that way.



I have a Question for African Americans........?

I don't take offense to It.She does have her colors right. I've never seen a person that was as Black as a blackboard or as white as chalk. Since she accepts that people are different colors and is not hateful toward them, It's okay with me.



I have a Question for African Americans........?

nah, that would just be absurd. The only problem I forsee is the "brown" kids probably call themselves Black. As long as she doesn't start arguing about it, she will be fine.



I have a Question for African Americans........?

I don't think anyone in their right mind would take offense.I'm from the UK (England) so i can not speak as an African American but as a black man from the UK she would not offend me .The good thing about kids is that they tell it like it is and that's beautiful .I'll raise a glass to you and may your daughter always be so enlighten.



I have a Question for African Americans........?

Nope, awww, that's cute. Yes, I'm okay with being "brown".



I have a Question for African Americans........?

yeah, I think it's cute as well, at least we know your daughter knows her colors very well :)

Need help with lice.......?

i used a suggestion on removing lice eggs from my childrens hair and it worked wonderfully except for one problem-i cannot get the product out of my childrens hair!



I used bluemagic(located in african-american hair section) and left



it in their hair for 2-3 days. Lice/eggs gone!kids hair looks and feels like i put straight lard on it , I have washed it at least 6 times and it does not seem to remove it. Is there a secret to removing this bluemagic ? help!!!!



Need help with lice.......?

Try washing their hair with DAWN dishwashing liquid. Might need 2 shampooings before it is all out. Be sure not to get it in their eyes (cover forehead and eyes w/a washcloth)



It worked when my son decided to wear peanut butter like sunscreen.



Need help with lice.......?

try baking soda. then use the fine tooth comb that comes with the lice kit. good luck!



Need help with lice.......?

That's why they make lice removal kits. That is what they are for.



I am not familiar with bluemagic, but if it is greasy you should try to use Dawn diswashing liquid. I have washed my hair with Dawn for years. It does get grease out better than any shampoo can....but be careful. Dawn has amonia in it and it will sting your eyes badly. Do not let the dishwashing liquid get into your childrens' eyes.



Good luck



Need help with lice.......?

It's made out of petroleum jelly (like Vaseline) so keep washing! It'll come out eventually.



Need help with lice.......?

Try a couple of teaspoon scoops of baking soda mixed in the shampoo. Shampoo a couplf times and let it sit for a couple of minutes each time. I do this to remove buildup in dirty hair so it should help loosen the grease up alot more.



Need help with lice.......?

Suggestion #1: Saturate hair in baby oil. Squeeze out as much of the oil as you can, then wash hair three times with Dawn dish soap.



Suggestion #2: Put cornstarch on hair. Pat it in and let it set for a few minutes. Shampoo twice with a clarifying shampoo. Repeat again in 24 hours, if needed.



Suggestion #3: Work peanut butter through hair. Wash thoroughly.



Suggestion #4: Rinse hair with vinegar, then water.



Good luck!



Need help with lice.......?

sprinkle the baking soda when the shampoo is in their hair let it set for about a minute and then rinse. Its how I strip my hair when it gets oily.



Need help with lice.......?

Doesn't this range also produce shampoos which can probably dislodge the wax stuck in your kids' hair?



Perhaps, you could do what some people resort to when getting old pomade out of their hair: a little Woolite or dish soap applied to dry hair - instead of regular shampoo - to loosen heavy hair wax. Then add tepid water and lather section by section. Finally, rinse off whole head with warm water.



According to the link, cola also helps to dissolve left-over hair waxes.



Need help with lice.......?

try vinegar..it will remove oils without being abrasive. Just pour over head and work through hair. Wait a few minutes to rinse. This also works on product build up from gel or hair sprays.

African Americans................?

Ok I'm a light skin African American When most African American newborns are born do they usually start off with straight hair? I no not all but some when does there hair start to become more normal? not trying to offend anyone. *Please no rude comments thank you for reading.



African Americans................?

im biracial white mother %26amp; black father i just had a baby in august with a black man %26amp; her hair was straight when she was born %26amp; it never changed my hair is more on the white side i dont have to get perms or flat iron it or anything %26amp; my daughters hair is just like mine straight %26amp; thin my sisters kids were both born with straight hair now they both have afros they're 4 %26amp; 1 yr old. babies hair can change anywhere from 3months to a year old



African Americans................?

It depends on the cultural background of each family. By the way, isn't all hair, normal hair?



African Americans................?

Babies start off with baby hair then it becomes normal at about 3 years old.



African Americans................?

All babies have "good hair" at first.



African Americans................?

from birth to about two years. They get more pigment in their skin and their hair becomes more coarse, on average.



African Americans................?

Are you serious?



"Please no rude comments" what about crude %26amp; rude questions. This is absurd and offensive to all people of African descent.



Without the pollution of other races---the nature of the descendants of Africans is ----duh----African--course hair and all!

Saturday, August 1, 2009

Hi there, did you ever use Africa's best organic products? Can You tell me please if they are g

I use there hair mayonaise there hair oils and there hair creams. i start use these products one month ago. Did you ever? I have african american hair



Hi there, did you ever use Africa's best organic products? Can You tell me please if they are good?

Don't want to try, might catch something, last time I used them they irritated my skin.



Hi there, did you ever use Africa's best organic products? Can You tell me please if they are good?

They are really rich products...



Too much heavy oil for your hair...



When I do use oil on my hair which is very rarely...



I use tea tree oil...



It works well...



Good Luck!

Does anyone know of a salon that does hair extensions in Ohio or Kentucky?

I live in Kentucky, but I am from Ohio. I would much rather be able to find a salon in Kentucky. I am an african american young lady desperately seeking a new hair style.



Does anyone know of a salon that does hair extensions in Ohio or Kentucky?

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I am a member of these hair groups and they help me. Try these and see if you like them.



Does anyone know of a salon that does hair extensions in Ohio or Kentucky?

There is a place called Chappies in Crescent Springs