Black hair has a unique structure that is spiral and coily in nature. This structure makes our hair more susceptible to damage from chemical treatments and hairstyles that exert tension on the follicles.
However, our hair serves as a natural shield against the sun and aids in regulating body temperature by promoting air circulation through the scalp. Additionally, fluids tend to distribute unevenly along the hair strands, which helps in reducing water loss and contributes to regulating body temperature.
Traction alopecia is a condition that commonly affects black women. It is caused by the use of hairpieces and hairstyles that apply continuous and repeated tension on the hair, leading to the shortening of hairs along the front edges of the hairline.
What can I do about traction alopecia?
To protect your hair from damage, follow these steps:
1. Ask for looser braids or dreadlocks.
2. Remove braids after three months.
3. Remove weave or hair extensions after eight weeks.
4. Avoid chemicals, if you experience breakage or shedding.
5. Minimize or avoid heat styling with hair dryers, flat irons, & curling irons.
6. Massage growth oil around temples and along edges.
7. Consult with a licensed dermatologist.
Full Article: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4560533/
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]]>However, many doctors are not familiar with black hair styling practices, which leaves a lot of black women to navigate through unhelpful or even harmful advice on their own.
Dr. Crystal Aguh, a hair loss specialist, shares tips for women to protect their hair and identify warning signs.
Certain types of hair loss are genetic and cannot be prevented, including alopecia areata and female pattern hair loss. Other types, such as generalized hair shedding, can be caused by stress and poor diet. To minimize this type of hair loss, take care of your mental health and maintain a balanced diet.
Routine checkups can benefit your hair health. Anemia, low vitamin D, and abnormal thyroid hormones can cause hair loss.
Hair loss can be hard to notice if it happens gradually. Your ponytails may feel thinner or your scalp may be more visible. Ask your stylist if they have noticed any changes. If you or your stylist suspect hair loss, see a dermatologist as soon as possible. Early action can save more hair.
Full Article: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/hair-loss-in-black-women-tips-from-an-expert
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Hair loss is individual. Most people know how much hair they lose. An increase in hair loss, patches, or thinning may signal a problem, says Dr. Deborah Scott, assistant professor of dermatology at Harvard Medical School and co-director of the Hair Loss Clinic at Brigham and Women's Hospital.
1. Hair loss in women can be caused by external factors like medication or tight hairstyles or internal factors like hormonal changes or medical conditions.
2. Hair loss can also be genetic, commonly known as female-pattern hair loss. It causes a widening part on the top of the head in women in their 40s or 50s. Hormonal shifts during menopause can also contribute to it.
3. Hair loss in women may be caused by scalp inflammation, eczema, psoriasis, frontal fibrosing alopecia, overuse of harmful hair products/tools, underlying illnesses, autoimmune conditions like lupus, nutritional deficiencies, or hormonal imbalances.
Full Article: https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/thinning-hair-in-women-why-it-happens-and-what-helps-2020032719267
Remember these 3 tips for healthy hair all season long.
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So it's time for a new style, cut, or color.
Or you are ready to book your appointment with your braiding stylist for a carefree action-packed spring.
But wait, although braids and short hair are low maintenance, this doesn't mean no maintenance. So if you want healthy hair, remember these three easy steps.
1. Oil your scalp with a jojoba-enriched oil. Be sure to gently distribute the oil through the entire length of your hair shaft.
2. Clean your hair with a sulfate-free shampoo. If you are looking for growth, add peppermint oil to the shampoo. It stimulates the hair follicle, and it has antimicrobial properties.
3. Wear a satin or silk scarf to bed. Not only will this keep your flyaways at bay, but it will also protect your hair from damage due to rubbing.
Bonus Tip: Use a moisturizing hair butter or cream to keep your hair hydrated.
Okay, now you are ready to spring into the season.
This 28-year-old is a multi-hyphenated powerhouse. As the founder of 4Curls, a certified personal trainer and best-selling author, she is a leader. Our resident "Boss" was born in Atlanta, GA, and attended the "black ivy" Hampton University. Although she graduated from the University of Louisville with a degree in Health and Human Performance, she is a true-blue Pirate.
In 2019, Marissa decided to share her secrets for longer, stronger, more manageable hair. Her book, Naturally Going Natural, gives readers practical tips and hacks for embracing their natural hair journey. In addition, this super-competitive athlete wanted to challenge the beauty industry by offering a plant-based, clean beauty brand for naturally curly hair textures. So, she collaborated with another scientist, her mom, to develop 4Curls hair care products.
In her personal trainer practice, she helps women celebrate their bodies and often speaks to groups and organizations about achieving better physical and financial health.
Marissa is inspired by change and loves travel. To date, she has traveled to Monrovia (Liberia), Accra (Ghana), Havana (Cuba), Barbados, Toronto (Canada), Trinidad, Haiti, Mexico, Bahamas, and throughout North America.
In her community, Marissa volunteers and sits on the board of Change We Seek. This foundation offers grants to nonprofits that provide financial empowerment training to young Black and brown girls. In fact, 10% of every 4Curls sales goes to support this foundation.
Marissa Atiya represents what it means to celebrate culture and community.
She and 4Curls are Black history in the making.
]]>Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids found in salmon have been found to reduce hair loss, increased hair density and increased hair growth in women with thinning hair.
Sweet potatoes are a major source of beta-carotene which the body converts this compound into vitamin A. Vitamin A could also speed up the rate of hair growth and encourage the growth of thicker hair, all while preventing other hair follicles from degenerating.
Biotin deficiency can cause thinning. Conversely, adequate biotin intake—one serving of almonds, for example—can thicken hair and even stimulate new growth, leading to silky, strong strands.
Spinach is a great plant-based source of iron, which is essential for hair growth. Iron helps red blood cells carry oxygen throughout the body to fuel your metabolism and aid growth and repair.
ROASTED SALMON ON CRISPY POTATOES WITH SPINACH AND ALMONDS
SERVES: 4
INGREDIENTS
700 grams sweet potatoes peeled and sliced 2 ½ inches thick
4 x 5 oz. pieces of salmon, skin off
¼ cup of butter
2 large handfuls baby spinach
1/3 cup slivered almonds
HERB OIL
1/3 cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon finely chopped rosemary or thyme
finely grated zest 1 lemon
sea salt and freshly ground pepper
METHOD
Preheat the oven to 180˚C. (350 F)
HERB OIL: Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and season.
Cook the potatoes in boiling salted water for 5 minutes. Drain well then place on a large baking tray. Add three quarters of the herb oil and gently turn to coat. Arrange slightly overlapping on the tray and roast for 10 minutes. Turn the potatoes over and roast for a further 10 minutes. Brush the salmon with the remaining herb oil and place on a separate baking tray and roast for 6-8 minutes or until just cooked through.
Melt the butter in a sauté pan, add the almonds and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden. Then add the spinach and turn until just wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
TO SERVE: Place the potatoes and spinach on plates and top with the salmon.
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1. Sooth irritated scalp
Mango butter can soothe dry, itchy scalp or dandruff due to its anti-inflammatory qualities. In addition, it absorbs quickly into the scalp and does not clog the pores.
2. Sealant for the hair to keep moisture
Naturally textured hair has the tendency to be drier than other types due to its texture. Mango butter works excellently to bring softness to curly hair and dry hair. Mango butter is great for locking in moisture without leaving hair greasy and heavy. This is particularly useful in cold/dry weather.
3. Protection against heat styling
Mango butter is a great heat protectant because its thermal conductivity is almost as good as popular silicones used in most heat protectants. Rake whipped mango butter through your hair to prep it for blow-drying, flat ironing, or other heat treatment.
4. Shield against sun damage
Mango butter has a low measure of SPF to help protect your hair from sun damage. This is particularly beneficial for processed or color-treated hair.
5. Soften strands
Mango butter is great for softening hard, dry hair. The best way to achieve softness is to apply it directly to dry hair before styling. It can also be used on damp hair as a base before applying styling products.
Mango butter is rich in nutrients that replenish hair making it soft and smooth.
Loaded with
Mango butter also contains other antioxidants and essential fatty acids. All of these nutrients make mango butter a great moisturizer for hair and skin. Nutrients like the ones present in mango butter help boost hair and skin health when applied to the scalp and hair.
Mango butter has antimicrobial properties and can stop the reproduction of bacteria. This means mango butter has the ability to soothe and repair damaged skin and hair. It may also help with skin and scalp issues such as dandruff because of these properties.
If you have dreamed of longer, smoother hair. Mango butter in one ingredient that will start on the path to healthier and longer hair.
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]]>Hair growth involves three stages. In growth (anagen), strands of hair push through the skin. In degeneration (catagen), hair ceases to grow, and the follicle at the base of the strand shrinks. Hair falls out in rest (telogen), and the process can begin again.
The hair growth cycle is driven by stem cells that reside in the hair follicle. During growth, stem cells divide to become new cells that regenerate hair. In the resting period, the stem cells are inactive. Until now, researchers hadn't determined exactly how chronic stress impaired hair follicle stem cells.
Being exposed to mild stress over a few weeks can increase cortisol levels and reduce hair growth. Hair follicles remained in an extended resting phase. These findings supported the role of cortisol in inhibiting hair regrowth.
The great news is that you can reduce your cortisol levels by increasing:
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Low porosity hair means the structure of your hair doesn’t readily absorb moisture into your hair shaft. Structurally, the cuticles tend to overlap each other and are tightly packed together. This makes it harder for water to soak your hair when it’s washed. In addition, because there are no spaces between the cuticles, it makes it harder for water and products like oils and conditioners to deliver moisture to the hair shaft.
As well, low porosity hair tends to repel moisture, it can also be more challenging to process and style.
Answer these two questions
If you answer " YES" to either or both, go to step three
To confirm your hair porosity, try the float test
If your hair floats to the top before sinking toward the bottom of the glass, your hair has low porosity.
Shampoo -choose products that contain honey or glycerin. Ingredients like these can penetrate the hair cuticle more quickly than products that contain oils.
Conditioner-Saturate your hair with water before adding conditioner. This will make the conditioner more easily absorbable and less likely to just sit on your hair.
Deep Conditioner- a weekly deep-conditioning treatment.
Amplify the treatment, put a shower cap over your hair once you’ve applied the deep conditioner. Furthermore, to help open the cuticles, wrap your hair with a warm towel for a few minutes.
Remember, for low porosity hair; you’ll want to stay away from protein treatment conditioners
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To help keep our hair healthy, dermatologists recommend that use a conditioner every time you wash your hair. Pay special attentions to coat the ends of the hair with conditioner. The ends are the oldest and most fragile part of your hair.
Leave-in conditioners deliver extra moisture to the hair, protect it from damage, and help detangle the strands. Black hair — curly or straight, natural or color-treated — can benefit from the use of leave-in conditioners. Leave-in conditioners are particularly useful if you have dry, damaged, or frizzy hair.
Be patient, it’s important to listen to your hair’s needs to figure out which ingredients and products give the best results.
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Health is not merely the absence of disease, it is the complete package: physical, mental, and social well-being. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), mental health is a state of well-being in which the individual realizes their abilities, can cope with the everyday stresses of life, work productively, and contribute to the community.
Daily affirmations can strengthen self-worth and create a more positive mind frame of mind. Reciting and journaling affirmations can boost your confidence and your ability to achieve your goals. Many people report that daily affirmations help them counter the feelings of panic, stress, and self-doubt.
Here are some tips to help your affirmations reinforce your value and self-worth
Make them personal- Use names of specific people, places, or things you want to affirm. Instead of "I want a better job" try, I want to be the CEO of (insert your name or company).
Repeat each affirmation 10 times- Listen to yourself say the words. Play with inflection, volume, and tone.
Recruit a friend - this makes the process more fun and keeps you accountable.
Be consistent- make it a ritual. Do it daily like when you put on lotion, fix your hair, or drive to work.
Here are a few positive hair growth affirmations to get you started.
You are your own best thing. So take time each day to honor your mental health.
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It turns out that sleep is important for protein synthesis of your hair, as well as proper release of growth hormone and other hormones. Studies have found that melatonin, a hormone that helps regulate your sleep and wake cycles also has an effect on sleep and hair growth. Applying topical melatonin has been shown to increase hair growth, which means that a decrease in melatonin could hypothetically lead to hair loss. So how do you increase your melatonin naturally: Sleep.
The great news is that hair loss caused by lack of sleep is not permanent and can be overcome. Once the cortisol and melatonin levels are restored to the normal level, the body exits the survival mode, then normal body functions and hair growth cycle return.
Here are 7 Tips for sleeping your way to longer, thicker, healthier hair
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]]>Fact is, a study presented at the American Academy of Dermatology’s 74th Annual meeting showed that Black women were more prone to hair loss. Even more alarming was the fact that we are less likely to seek professional help to rectify the problem.
Naturally Going Natural offers a foundational education for finally fixing the problem. The book discusses real solutions for African American hair loss to ensure you know exactly what the problem is so you can properly address and rectify.
Whether your hair is thinning at crown or thinning in front, the knowledge you will gain will help you grow longer, stronger and healthier hair for you and your family.
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They are incredibly social and radiate confidence, and many September babies have a knack for the arts. They are known for their excellent taste in music, artwork and have creative minds. It is clear from the playlist below, that they can create successful careers using their natural talent.
September 2nd
Syleena Johnson- Guess What
September 4th
Beyonce - Halo
September 6th
Macy Gray - I Try
CeCe Peniston - Finally
Foxy Brown- I'll Be
September 12th
Jennifer Hudson- If This Isn't Love
September 26th
Christina Milian- Dip it Low
Cindy Herron (EnVogue) Hold On
September 30th
Miki Howard - Come Share My Love
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Check out these three sisters who are expanding the awareness of black yogis.
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If you're dreaming of thicker, shinier hair, olive oil could be one of your best options due to its rich, protective nature. Olive oil is the best combination for hair growth and thickness. This antioxidant-rich multitasker is popular for LCO ( leave-in, cream, oil) or LOC (Leave-in, oil, and cream )curly haircare routines. In addition, this heavy oil penetrates to help fight dry, itchy scalp.
This deep penetrating oil is rich in:
Treating your hair with avocado oil can moisturize, repair, and strengthen your hair. International Journal of Trichology study found that minerals like those in avocado oil can help seal cuticle cells, preventing hair from breaking. Additionally, massaging avocado oil in the scalp helps unclogged follicles which helps reduce hair loss.
Moroccan argan oil has become a trendy hair main cosmetic ingredient. This light oil can keep the hair moisturized and doesn't easily dissolve in water. In addition, studies have shown that this light-absorbing oil reduces sun damage to the skin and hair.
This oil is actually a wax ester and is similar in structure and function to natural hair sebum. Its properties as a liquid wax allow the dissolution of sebum deposits within hair follicles. As it penetrates it clears clogged hair follicles of oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria. Additionally, jojoba oil improves elasticity, similar to the effect of lanolin. Jojoba oil also restores thick keratin layers to restore the skin's natural shine.
If scalp health and growth are your main concerns, peppermint essential oil has been proven to promote a healthy scalp and is a primer for rapid hair growth. Based on a study, peppermint essential oil may be the best hair growth oil for natural hair. In just four weeks, it showed the most prominent hair growth effects; a significant increase in dermal thickness and follicle number. Note, it is recommended that peppermint essential oil is paired with a carrier oil for application. Avocado oil and olive oil are excellent carrier oil options.
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This makes it a great conditioner. When the hair is properly conditioned, it reduces breakage, which is often a cause for slower hair growth. Additionally, honey contains protein which can help to restore weak and brittle strands.
Properly taking care of natural hair care is means keeping hair and scalp clean and moisturized. Honey contains a bunch of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants to help detox the hair and scalp
A positive side effect of honey on hair is that it boosts hair growth and stimulates hair re-growth from dormant follicles.
Honey is used medicinally for wound healing because of its ability to promote cell growth. For example, honey can stimulate the growth and healing of chemically damaged epithelial (skin) cells on the scalp that are important for hair growth.
Honey has both emollient and humectant properties. Emollients smooth the hair follicles, adding shine to dull hair—humectants bond with water molecules, adding moisture. So honey benefits the hair by moisturizing and locking in shine; honey can help restore your hair's natural luster.
Add honey to a deep conditioner to maximize its benefits for longer, healthy, shiny hair. Or use honey for a hair mask to get soft, touchable hair.
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Jojoba oil sits on the outer surface to help protect the hair from dryness and breakage.
It’s perfect for sealing in moisture when your hair and scalp are still damp after washing.
Jojoba oil has almost the same structure as human sebum. This makes it ideal for dry hair and curly.
Curly hair makes it hard for natural sebum to make it past mid hair shaft end, much less to the ends of your hair. So, apply jojoba oil to the entire length of your hair.
Jojoba oil has antifungal and antibacterial properties that can help restore the scalp’s natural moisture and pH balance without upsetting the sebaceous glands.
To help control dandruff by apply jojoba oil to the scalp. A study involving participants with mild to moderate dandruff showed close to a 50% reduction in their flaking after applying jojoba oil to the scalp twice a day for two weeks.
Jojoba oil moisturizes the hair and dissolves dirt and buildup on the scalp, this helps nourish hair follicles while promoting growth.
Between washes, jojoba oil has a scalp-cleansing effect of dissolving sebum deposits, which may be blocking follicles. As follicles become unblocked, it eases new hair growth.
Jojoba oil is a wax ester. This gives hair a luxurious shine and beautiful sheen to the hair
Apply to the entire length of the hair.
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Affirmations are positive statements in the present tense that relate to what it is you want to manifest.
Commit to affirming yourself for at least 30 days.
Just keep in mind it might take a little longer to see improvement.
Set aside a few minutes 2 or 3 times a day to repeat your affirmations. Many people find it helpful to use affirmations first thing in the morning and just before bed.
I love my hair at every length
My hair will be whatever length I want it to be.
My hair will grow back.
My edges will grow back.
My natural hair is growing faster than before.
I will surpass my goal length.
The only way my hair will be short is if I decide it.
Growing my hair is not a lot of work.
I will do whatever it takes to grow my hair properly.
My hair is my crown, I will wear it proudly.
The coffee plant, which was discovered in Ethiopia in the 11th Century, has a white blossom that smells like jasmine and a red, cherry-like fruit. Back then, the leaves of the so-called "magical fruit" were boiled in water and the resulting concoction was thought to have medicinal properties.
According to research, the caffeine in coffee can help stimulate hair growth and stop hair loss. For example, one 2007 laboratory study found that caffeine helped block the effects of DHT in male hair follicles. In addition, it stimulated hair shaft elongation, resulting in longer, wider hair roots. In another (in vitro) study of male and female hair follicles, caffeine was found to enhance hair shaft elongation, prolong anagen duration and stimulate hair matrix keratinocyte proliferation.
Surprisingly, rinsing your hair with coffee may also improve dullness because antioxidants promote hair regeneration.
Your hair shaft can become smoother. Also, coffee can relieve frizziness, so your hair is softer and easier to detangle.
Caffeine doesn’t strip the hair of its precious oils. Instead it helps your locs retain moisture and create a natural glowing sheen. In addition, the increased blood circulation helps move nutrients to the hair roots, resulting in healthier, shinier hair.
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Enjoy this playlist compliments of their extraordinary talents.
These ladies have definitely left their mark. You are on the path to amazing days ahead
August 3rd
Deidra Muriel Roper aka DJ Spinderella or simply Spinderella
August 4th
Yolanda Whitaker aka Yo-Yo
August 8th
Marsha Ambrosius-Billups Floetry
August 9th
Whitney Houston
August 21st
Kelis Rogers
August 27th
Yolanda Yvette Adams
August 29th
Perri Arlette Reid aka Pebbles
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Kigali, Rwanda
As soon as you step off the plane, you will sense a difference. Simple daily interactions with East Africans will make you feel like you belong and are genuinely welcome. It's a sharp contrast to places where customs officials greet Black Americans with a scowl and questions regarding your intentions while traveling.
Instead, what you will find is a modern-day "Garden of Eden" complete with the opportunity to see leopards, cheetahs, lions, elephants, giraffes, rhinos, zebras, and dozens of other animals firsthand in their natural habitat was incredible. To get the most from your trip, made it a priority to talk to the locals and understand what everyday life is like for them.
Your trip to East Africa will be transformative. These three cities will provide you with an opportunity to learn more about Africa. Immerse yourself among the people and cultures where our ancestors once lived and make plans to visit these East African cities in 2022.
Zanzibar, Tanzania
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Mango smoothies to
Pepsi Mango to
Mango salsa
Did you know that mangos are also great for your hair?
Mango butter is high in vitamin C, which promotes healthy hair and skin. Amazingly mango butter is a good source of vitamin A, this encourages hair growth and the production of sebum — a liquid that helps moisturize your scalp to keep your hair healthy. Mango butter helps to increase nutrient absorption at the hair follicle.
As an added benefit, the presence of copper peptides enable wounds bordered by hair to get healed relatively quickly. It have even been found to be beneficial for those healing their scalp and regrowing hair after chemotherapy.
Shop our Curl Butters They are hand made with mango butter and infused with essential oils to give you longer, stronger and smoother hair.
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]]>Hair loss is often alarming and can significantly impact the quality of life. The causes range from genetic alopecia to environmental stress and anxiety. Typically, hair loss is reversible once the underlying cause has been determined. There are several different treatments on the market.
Some of the most promising research has been with caffeine and certain essential oils. These natural alternatives seem to modulate the anagen phase of hair growth and strengthen hair follicles to prevent hair loss. As a bonus, these ingredients minimize hair loss without significant adverse side effects.
Consider products like 4Curls Curly Hair Growth oil that feature organic arabica(caffeine) oil and peppermint essential oil to support growth and reduce hair loss.
Learn more about how caffeine can help your hair grow.
July is the birth month of varied personalities. However, July-born people do have some distinctive qualities that make them stand out from the crowd. These ladies represent all the best qualities for July babies. They are emotional, have a strong work ethic, focused, and generous enough to share their gifts with us. So enjoy this playlist and celebrate these amazing ladies of July.
Here are three tips for maintaining soft, tangle-free, and moisturized curls.
Every black hair care blog shares this sentiment. Our hair craves moisture! Due to our curl pattern, natural hair sebum has to travel a winding road to reach our ends. Deep conditioners help coat the entire shaft making it soft and moisturized. Consider bathing your strands in nutrient-rich bananas, honey, olive oil, and or avocado oil. All these ingredients give your hair organic nutrients that will help your hair grow. 4Curls Curly mask combines these ingredients in easy-to-use single-use pouches to save you time. Just choose the best one for your hair porosity and get amazing hair.
Sulfate shampoos do a great job stripping products from your hair. So if your lots of gels, lotions, and stylers, they are a go-to to get your hair clean. However, the trade-off is that they also strip your hair of moisture. Consider using castile soap. Castile soap is strong enough to cleanse the hair and scalp of excess sebum and product build-up but gentle enough not to leave our hair stripped and dry. 4Curls Growth shampoo uses castile soap, caffeine extracts, and peppermint oil to cleanse and stimulate the scalp while promoting growth.
Mango butter originates from India and Brazil and is considered to be a powerful natural conditioner. Additionally, the butter melts instantly into your hair to provide great hydrating benefits. Its high-fat content helps hair retain moisture and increases cell regeneration, allowing the hair to grow strong and healthy. As a bonus, it prevents hair dryness and does not make the hair frizzy. 4Curls Curl butter adds mango butter to a customized blend of essential oils to meet your needs.
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Yes, if you will be outside for extended periods of time. Your exposed scalp skin (like wearing braids, locs, or cornrows) can make you more likely for UV damage. This extra sun exposure can dehydrate your hair and cause breakage. If you are older and your hair is thinning, you are even more likely to get sun damage because your hair doesn't get much natural scalp protection.
The best sunscreen will fully protect your crown, consider wearing a tightly woven hat, scarf, or headwrap that covers your scalp and hairline and protect those ends by tucking them underneath.
Want to feel the breeze through your hair? Then apply light water-resistant products that have a broad-spectrum sunscreen of at least SPF 30 to your scalp. Look for products that have ingredients like peppermint oil ( SPF 6.7), Olive oil ( SPF7.5), or orange oil ( SPF 4.0). These oils are lighter and will allow your scalp and skin to breathe while providing protection.
Our curl butter blends these oils with mango butter. Mango butter has natural UV protection.4Curls butters protect your hair from sun damage while keeping the scalp and hair moisturized for a long time. This means you can have more hot, fun in the summertime.
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Medical experts say no evidence exists that supports the claim that COVID-19 vaccines harm fertility or pregnancy. So while it is unlikely COVID will keep you from growing a family however, your hair care product choices may be destroying your chance to conceive.
To date, no data proves COVID-19 vaccines or COVID may cause infertility or female infertility. However, there is plenty of data the shows how black hair care products increase risks of infertility, cancer, and obesity.
One study showed that Black women had a two-fold increased odds of infertility as compared with white women. Common risk factors do not explain this disparity for infertility, such as smoking and obesity, or gynecologic risk factors such as fibroids and ovarian volume.
So what could be causing this alarming increase in infertility among black women? Well,
It is important to understand that your skin is the largest organ on the body, it absorbs the products you put on it, especially from your scalp. In addition, because your scalp is porous, products have easier access to enter your body and into your bloodstream.
Fact is, black women purchase over 3x as many hair care products as any other demographic, while at the same time being three times more likely than white women to develop fibroids or other gynecological issues.
While many are questioning the risks of how COVID and the COVID vaccines will affect their long-term health and well-being, consider choosing hair products that have your overall health in mind.
Choose products that are:
Vegan
Toxin Free
Sulfate-Free
Paraben-Free
Mineral Oil-Free
Petroleum Free
Gluten-Free
4Curls is committed to empowering women to embrace their naturally textured hair. 4Curls is a clean beauty brand that offers simple care for beautiful hair (and healthy babies :)).
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