african american hair

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Suggestions for regrowing african american hair!?

.Recently my hair has broken off severly in the middle. I am trying to do all that I can to help restore growth. I am currently laying off the relaxers and growing my hair natural. Also, I'm

taking prenatal and hair, skin, and nail vitamins. I also read that using virgin olive oil on your roots helps. I know that it takes time to see results, but how long could I expect to see change by doing these things. Also what else can I do or take to help speed up the growth. I'm so desperate and I am open to any suggestions. Please help me.

Suggestions for regrowing african american hair!?

Try drinking a lot of water and exercising. Both will help with keeping your hair healthy as it grows. Try using Wild Growth Hair Oil. It is very good with a combo of all the oils that are best for your hair, like coconut oil and olive oil. Use three times a week. You should see results from the Oil alone in 2 to 3 months. Also, manage your scalp every night for 10 minutes before you go to bed. This will help simulate your scalp and help with hair growth. HTH!!!!

Suggestions for regrowing african american hair!?

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Suggestions for regrowing african american hair!?

I had the same problem with my hair. I use the Hair, Skin and Nails vitamins. There are some hair products by Organic Root Stimulator with Olive Oil that work pretty well, I also like the Hair Mayonnaise. I also use the Dr Miracle's products, they are expensive but they worked really well for me. I had my hair cut about 1/2 inch long because of hair damage and since using those products and getting regular trims and deep conditioning, my hair has grown into a short bob that stops at my jawline in 6 months. No joking! I still get relaxers though, but my hair is a lot healthier and thicker.

Suggestions for regrowing african american hair!?

If you want your hair to grow faster than usual you should use natural products like coconut oil or olive oil for example. Slather the products on your scalp for about 30 minutes and wrap a towel round your head and then wash the hair with a shampoo / it will be better if you use a shampoo that contains natural products like aloe, olive, honey or milk/ . Do not forget to use a condtioner at the end. Do this twice a week and you will see the difference 閳?the oil saturate the hair and makes it looks great , beautiful and healthy. Olive oil is ultra moisturising and adds shine to lacklustre hair and most women know how much it helps the hair to look amazingly.

What products to use for African American hair that straightens hair without frizz?

I usually press then flat iron. My hair will be straighten but it still has a frizzy look instead of the silky straighten look. I used to get my hair done at salons and they sprayed stuff in my hair before they flat ironed it (not sure what they use). My hair is natural (no perms) wavy/curly texture. My hair is much longer since I stop going to salons but I don't have the salon look, after I press it. I can't even wear my hair down because it is way too frizzy. Can someone give me some advise on the best products to use when flat ironing your hair leaving you with a silky result? Thanks girls.

What products to use for African American hair that straightens hair without frizz?

IT'S A PRODUCT BY A COMPANY NAMED FANTASIA IT'S CALLED FRIZZ BUSTER. I USE IT ON MY DAUGHTER HAIR BECAUSE HER HAIR GETS REALLY FUZZY. IT HELPS ALOT. OR EITHER SHINE NOT REALLY SURE OF THE COMPANY NAME IT'S IN A CLEAR BOTTLE.

What products to use for African American hair that straightens hair without frizz?

if you google it you might get a good answer...or take your question to a hiar salon where you know they can do racial hair...

sry, i am white, but i have ALL black friends!

What products to use for African American hair that straightens hair without frizz?

You could put like some pink lotion on it when you get finished straightening it.

What products to use for African American hair that straightens hair without frizz?

There is a line of products by Avon that is great for that. It's called Advanced Techniques Straight and Sleek. The shampoo and conditioner alone helps reduce frizzing, but there is a particular straightening balm (it's a cream) made by them that works great with or without heat and is loaded with nutrients to maintain your hair's health. If you flat iron your hair very often, that may actually contribute to your hair's frizzy state. Too much heat can begin to damage your hair and cause it to look frizzy as well. Using these products will help your hair to be straighter when pressed, and you can wrap your hair overnight to maintain it.

What products to use for African American hair that straightens hair without frizz?

Have you ever seen the Maxiglide infomercial for controlling curly, frizzy hair. Check it out on http://www.maxiusbeauty.com/productphp?c... scroll down to view instructional video on quicktime. They also offer hair products to reduce frizz. The combination of these two products 'Beyond Straight' and 'The End' fights the frizzies.

What products to use for African American hair that straightens hair without frizz?

Your ends are damage. Need to clip them. Your hair needs more moisture and less heat. Heat type appliance are damaging to our hair, causing hair to become dry, brittle and then it breaks off.

Bay area Natural (African American) hair stylist?

Know of a good one? Preferably in the South Bay area (Cupertino, San Jose, Mountain View, etc.) Just cut off the processed hair (myself) and now have about four inches of curly hair. Looking for a cute short curly hair style. Thanks for the help!

Bay area Natural (African American) hair stylist?

I have naturally curly hair as well. Check out this site for salons in your area and reviews from other people. Hope this helps...

http://www.naturallycurly.com/curlsalons...

How do keep African American hair moisturized and maximize it's growth potential?

I currently use Aubrey Organic's products and they generally work pretty well in keeping my tresses moisturized and plus the added benefit that they contain all natural ingredients. But a couple of days after I shampoo I find my hair dry, especially on the ends. I oil my hair and scalp with almond seed oil and jojoba oil mixed together on a nightly basis and I clip my ends about every month. I also take flaxseed oil supplements as well as a daily vitamin. I also have a roughly healthy diet which is rich in leafy greens and other veggies and low in fats. The only area I may lag in is my water intake is not as high as it should be. I generally consume about 5 glasses daily rather than the 8-10 as most professionals suggest. Beside increasing my water intake, what else can I do to ensure my hair remains moisturized as well as reaching it's maximum growth potential? Thanks!

How do keep African American hair moisturized and maximize it's growth potential?

African American hair is extremely dry...You sound like you are doing a good job, but you didn't mention other factors such as how you style your hair, what you use to wrap it up at night, and how the air conditions were you live are. Those factors have to be taken into consideration as well.

Also, you mention that you oil your hair and scalp, but do you do the same to the ends of your hair? As you know, that part is the first to dry out.

If you wrap your hair at night and tie it up with a silk scarf, that should suffice, in addition to what you currently do.

How do keep African American hair moisturized and maximize it's growth potential?

After shampooing, try a cholesterol treatment once a week as an alternative to conditioning. If you do condition, try Pantene conditioner for ethnic hair...works great and doesn't make hair dry out.

How do keep African American hair moisturized and maximize it's growth potential?

Not AA but i would suggest a good conditioning treatment

How do keep African American hair moisturized and maximize it's growth potential?

By adding a hair dressing to your hair and scalp and messaging your scalp. I use Doo Gro Thickening Lotion three times a week.It works very well. I have noticed a great deal of hair growth after I use that product.

How to best care for African American hair.?

I am a white woman who has a bi racial little girl. I keep her hair braided most of the time and I use the Pink lotion to grease her head. The question I have is that I see so many little black girls with braids and their hair is not flying away all over the place. My little girls hair will lie flat for a little while but then starts to fly away if you know what I mean. How do I get her hair to lie flat? Her hair is natural, it has never been treated with chemicals or perms. It is very long almost half way down her back but its very thin espcially around her hair line. Can anyone out there give me some tips on how to care for her hair better and stop the fly aways, without getting perms or other chemicals in her hair? Thank you!

How to best care for African American hair.?

I would suggest using a light grease instead of pink lotion, that tends to dry my hair out. You also have to keep in mind everyone has a different hair texture and her being bi-racial, it won't be the same texture as others. If it is breaking off around the hair line, I would suggest going to a beautician to get that checked out, even though she is a little girl, she still needs healthy hair. The beautician will be able to tell you how to treat her hair and restore the hair around the hairline.

How to best care for African American hair.?

dont use pink lotion.. it ruins the hair..im 15. and have been perming my hair for a while.. i dont have bi-racial hair.. but my hair hasnt been damaged because of getting perms.. but its your decision.. and try not putting a Ounce of grease in her hair.. try a olive oil spray

How to best care for African American hair.?

I'm biracial also (black %26amp; asian). Yes, don't put chemicals in her hair.

The reason why she has fly away is because her hair texture is different from black people's. When I get my hair braided, it'll only last for about three days. Something to help hold it down is a little bit of grease.

I personally wear my hair curly (my hair is probably the same legnth, at my bra strap). I used to use pink lotion, and it helped, but I found using "white people" products work better for me. I use Sunsilk Frizz Ease 24/7 creme (green bottle) and some sort of curl defining mousse (I like Tresseme Curl Care the best, but I'm currently using Garnier Curl Construct Mousse and it works fine too). I always style my hair when wet %26amp; I never comb/brush it out; I just finger comb.

If you were wondering for shampoo's and conditioners, I used to use Motions (for black people), but I find that Garnier Fructis works better. I use the Curl %26amp; Shine shampoo, conditioner, and leave in conditioner.

Also, please don't think I'm racist (obviously I'm not), but most people think just because you have some black in you, its better to use those type of products, but since I don't have the same texture, I find that this isn't true.

Anyway, I hope this helps!

What's the best hair care products for african american hair?

Well i already know the basics about hair care, but what's the best hair care line for black hair-or just hair period, cause i want my hair to grow but eventhough i follow the rules of hair treatment, my hair still has breakage and split ends, and gets dry really easily...i trim, deep condition, basically no heat, etc. it has to be the product im using.

What's the best hair care products for african american hair?

ok well try NIOXIN shampo and conditioner you can usually get it at the beauty supply its its made to grow hair but i mostly notice my ends started to get more healthy because i flat iron the **** out my hair... also black and sassy ol spral and olive hair sheen works really good and makes it healthier those worked best for me!! hope i helped

Do African American hair relaxers work for Asians?

I want to relax my hair so that it can be straight, but I want to know if the ones in the stores that sell for black people also work for asians.

Do African American hair relaxers work for Asians?

It seems that the relaxer would be too strong. I am part asian, being that I was told that it would damage my hair and that the salon people who did put it in my hair at one time was afraid that my hair would fall out. I'm thinking it may be a little too strong if you used it.. There may be other products out there that may give you the straight effect I'm sure of it. It's just risky if you used those type of relaxers on your own.

Do African American hair relaxers work for Asians?

It would depend on the type of hair you have.

If you have fine hair like the Orientals, I think, it won't work for you.

If you have thick hair, then maybe yes.

Do African American hair relaxers work for Asians?

I don't think so. I know that there are hair products made especially for both types of hair because if you use the wrong type of product it will fry the hair. (I have a friend from Japan and she told me that she had color done and it fried her hair because it was more for caucasian hair - and she would never make that mistake again.) I would definitely ask a GOOD hair dresser; either that or call the customer care phone number on a hair product made specifically for Asian hair and ask them.

Do African American hair relaxers work for Asians?

IM HISPANIC BUT I HAVE AFRICAN BLOOD IN ME. so im a little worried that ,that particular relaxer might be too strong.GO FOR MAYBE A japanese RELAXER.

Do African American hair relaxers work for Asians?

only if your hair is the same texture as African American hair. but i have not seen any Asian women with that hair texture, so if i were you i would be careful.

Do African American hair relaxers work for Asians?

Your hair texture is completely different so I'de say no.

Do African American hair relaxers work for Asians?

It might, but you probably don't have the right texture of hair, so you'd lose lots in the process. If you want to get it straightened, go to a professional.

Do African American hair relaxers work for Asians?

You should try going to a Caucasion hair salon and ask about their relaxers. African American relaxers are pretty strong and I'm thinking you have very fine hair, so that want be a good idea to use that type of perm on your hair. Good Luck!

Do African American hair relaxers work for Asians?

i doubt it very seriously

Stright, Silky African American Hair?

How do I get silky looking hair without getting a perm or anything that will damage my hair.

Stright, Silky African American Hair?

If you haven't had a relaxer in a while or (virgin hair) then I would reccomend a shampoo and deep conditioner (Creme of Nature is a good one specialted for african american hair ) When you deep condition make sure to leave it in for 20mins then rinse in warm to cold water (seals the cuticle- making the hair manageable) Then use a pressing oil just make sure its a creme not greasy -grease is the worst thing created it clogs pores and stunts hair growth. Once you have finished applying the oil pressing creme to your hair, section off 1'-3/4 of hair and use a flat iron "Conair has several good flatirons also cost friendly" and press your hair starting from the root of the hair moving slowly to end of the hair....Repeat.. Your finished results should be straight silky hair!!

Stright, Silky African American Hair?

um for me i stopped using grease and confroming to straight hair.i would start wearing my hair curly and it grows silky guranteee! neways use a shampoo and condiotioner specifically for dry/damaged hair and take vitamin e pills. if you want a moisturizer then i suggest a leave in conditioner like garnier fructis! i know this sounds weird but sometimes white hair products are the best because why do they have siliky hair and we dont!

Stright, Silky African American Hair?

you could try a hot comb or flat iron .

Stright, Silky African American Hair?

a flat iron and some pink glosser for shine, its not greasy or oily.

Stright, Silky African American Hair?

there are some egyptians salons that are around that take care of your hair that dont use any chemical or unnecessary products in your hair that will cause it to break.

For African-American hair?

How often should I use a leave in conditioner, I don't want to use it so much that it dampens my hair. Would it be okay to use it daily?

For African-American hair?

You can use it every time you wash. It is good for helping curly hair because it can help keep down the frizz. Or I use it on people with very damaged hair for extra protection. It would have to be very heavy conditioner for it to weigh down your hair. Typically leave in is not that heavy.

For African-American hair?

the more the better. and u should also deep condition it weekly

For African-American hair?

just get ur head SHAVED then u wont have2 worry bout it

For African-American hair?

no way i say only use it after you perm your hair it should remain soft for a month after that use it only whenever you wash your hair

For African-American hair?

Try to just use it every time you wash your hair. Which sometimes should be once or twice a week.

For African-American hair?

They have different types for different types of have, i would conult ur barber or stylist to find out which products work best for ur hair type, they are supposed to be "the pros".

Good luck!!

For African-American hair?

I wash my hair every saturday. But I got my hair relaxed.

For African-American hair?

depending on the type of leave-in conditioner it is, u can use it daily, but i recommend only using it after u wash your hair. like twice or once a week, cuz it will start to leave a build-up and your hair won't b shiny.

For African-American hair?

I would say to use a leave in conditioner maybe every other day at the most.

Really it's recommended once a week when you wash your hair.

:-/

For African-American hair?

Dont worry, your hair wont dampen from using the conditioner. Use it everytime after you shampoo and leave in for about 5mins then rinse. If your hair is over dry and damaged you should get a hot oil treatment or even try hair mayonaise.

For African-American hair?

use it to every day. dampen your hair enough to be able to work it in.

Wet wrap African American hair?

I have natural 4a hair. Can anybody give me specific directions and products to use so that after i wash my hair at night I can wet wrap it.

Wet wrap African American hair?

It would be best if you use a foam wrap. Here are some great foam wraps.

http://www.sallybeauty.com/shop/1391/769...

http://www.sallybeauty.com/shop/1391/126...

http://www.sallybeauty.com/shop/1391/311...

Setting lotions are used before rolling hair to create looser, softer curl .

Wrapping lotion is a setting lotion made for wrapping the hair against the scalp for a smooth, sleek look.

Styling lotions and mousses provide medium (firm) hold to create volume and shape .

Spray setting lotions directly on wet hair .

Apply styling lotions and mousses with hands and work through hair.

Wearing your african American hair?

i am goin to start wearing my real hair and i no my hair aint used to that so how do i keep it from breaking off and still growing

Wearing your african American hair?

you should rap your hair every night and i use doo grow products.

Wearing your african American hair?

Not sure.. im indian :/ sorry

Wearing your african American hair?

well get it trimmed nd conditioned. and wear i just how you want it. God gave everyone beautiful hair

Wearing your african American hair?

May I recommend a website? forum.blackhairmedia.com.

There is so much to consider when going natural - hair type, curl pattern, thickness, diet...I think you should go to the website, look over some of the posts (there is a forum for naturals) and ask questions.

Wearing your african American hair?

I'm not to sure but I do believe ther's a type creme or gel to rub thru the hair for the dryness

Wearing your african American hair?

you should rap your hair every night and i use doo grow products.

Question about African American hair without a relaxer? No chemicals?

I wanted to get a sew in. What styles and if you have pictures that would be great. Being that I have natural I can't get straight hair or can I? I do not want my hair to show at all, is that possible?

Question about African American hair without a relaxer? No chemicals?

Yes, you can get straight hair. The key is to not have your natural hair show. Having a style with bangs is your best bet.

Question about African American hair without a relaxer? No chemicals?

Yes, that is possible, but it won't be very versatile at all. Either you have to wear it up, or all down. You can get straight hair, and you can have all of it covered. Be sure to use human hair, which is more expensive but looks more real and lasts longer.

Question about African American hair without a relaxer? No chemicals?

There are so many different ways with extentions. You could it put on without showing your hair at all, (that is very expensive) or you could just use the front of your hair. You could still use straight hair if your hair isn't straight they, will probably flat iron your hair so it will look more like the hair.

Question about African American hair without a relaxer? No chemicals?

i have natural hair too...when i put my extensions in i didn't have none of my hair showing but i also got curly tracks put in; people thought it was my hair (same length %26amp; texture just different color)...you can get straight hair put in if you want

For african american hair?

i don't want to use relaxers anymore. what r good alternatives to relaxers for straightening hair, besides flat ironing? what is and how do i do a wet set?

For african american hair?

If you still want straight hair you can use a straightening comb or just get a blow dry and curl to acheive the wet set look because if your hair is not straight your wet set will big a big no-no!!!!

For african american hair?

You could get a weave - it lasts a long time and is not so damaging to the hair. A wet set is also another good alternative. A wet set just means putting rollers in your hair. Put the rollers in and let your hair air dry.

For african american hair?

come to britain and get it done .. we;re so great here

Has African American hair, but......?

Does anyone know how to get those spanish curls (not being racist!)

I try to get them, but it's really hard! Like for example, this is what I've tried to far:

1. Wetting my hair, putting frizz-ease on it, leaving it like that.

2. Wetting, putting lotion on it, going under dryer.

3. Wetting it, twist it into little buns, waiting till it dries, loosing out buns.

And that's all. Tried all of those, but all what it came out to be is puffy, or straight....

Here's a picture with an example:

http://haircutadvice.com/images/article0...

Has African American hair, but......?

What do you mean by african american hair? Like tight tight curls that most have? Or curly/wavy hair? If you have tight curls, straghten your hair, then put a curling iron on it. I'd say your best bet is go to a salon, and tell them what you want. You can watch and see exactly what they do.

Or hey, get a good weave

Has African American hair, but......?

get perm

Has African American hair, but......?

naw dont it looks good

Has African American hair, but......?

yea i got dat kinda hair ma friend tryin get it i guess i dont really know you could go get it curled i hope it works out somehow good luck!

Has African American hair, but......?

african are from africa black people are from america

Has African American hair, but......?

HAHAHAHAHAHHHAHAHA thats hilarious well first try to shampoo it alot and condition it the most and then let ur hair dry just a little and then put moose in it and crunch it on each side and there u go,

Has African American hair, but......?

Get a curling iron and spray so it stays that way. I'm Latina but never curl my hair, but that's how my cousin does it

Has African American hair, but......?

hey.its ok. i love them spanish curls.[im hispanic to0] but my hair is dead.lik it doesnt go curly if i wet it. so0.my friend told me to wet my hair,put alot of conditioner[any kind],%26amp; then put gel.after that,u fix it lik u put ur fingers thru it.[ii mean this didnt work on my haiir,but i hope it works on you =]]

Shampoo for african american hair? please help?

okay im not sure wat shampoo to use..... i hate patene for colored women..and im currently using optium soft sheen carson..but it has some ingridients that are appreantly bad for my hair...so can anyone tell me a shampoo and conditiner that has the ingridients Jojoba, coconut oil ,Shea butter, Avocado oil, and anything else thats good for my hair

Shampoo for african american hair? please help?

the best product I have tried so far thats not only made my healthy but long in a fast amount of time is joyce williams products, girl you will love it and I should know since I am a sister OMG, it is fabulous try it...it dose wonders and you should see results in atleast a month or less

Shampoo for african american hair? please help?

Go to Sally's Beauty Supply. They can help direct you to a product that will keep your hair healthy.

Shampoo for african american hair? please help?

There are stores that sell all natural items, maybe you need to check you city directory for yours or check on line. Also the ingredients that you stated are also used for dreads and braids, I don't think it would hurt to check it out. You can even look for this information on line. Good luck and take care!

Shampoo for african american hair? please help?

I use Biolage Smoothing Shampoo and Conditioner, very nice smelling and full of natural ingredients. Of course, you have to get it at a salon. Or, if you know a hairdresser that will get it for you at cost?

Shampoo for african american hair? please help?

try doo gro from sally beauty

Shampoo for african american hair? please help?

You should try Carol's Daughter products for your hair ,they are really good for African American hair because they contain most of those ingrediants you listed and more.many celebrities like Jada Pinkett Smith use Carol's Daughter products because most of the ingrediants are organic.They are great! I use them too.To find out more info visit their website. You could also consider trying Keracare products and Nexxus Humectrees conditioner(not just for white girls and you can find nexxus products at your local drugstore).

I have african american hair and I am going natural do I have to cut it off first.?

I always hear women talking about the great chop off. My hair isn't that is all that long and the relaxer is just about grown out. I just really hate cutting my hair.

I have african american hair and I am going natural do I have to cut it off first.?

I am an African American woman. I went natural a year ago and yes, I did the big chop off the hair. I only had 2 inches off natural hair after it was cut. The reason for the cut is because when you go natural, it breaks off the relaxed hair after a while because its stronger. But I will say this, people think that you don't have to do anything with natural hair and that is soo wrong! So if you are not ready for the big change I definitely don't recommend it. My hair now is to my neck so I am very happy with the results. I am a stylist, so I know how to take care of it. If you don't, I recommend going to someone would expertise is natural hair and see how you should maintain your new style.

I have african american hair and I am going natural do I have to cut it off first.?

The only way you would have to cut your hair like that is if its severly damaged then you would want to get all the dead ends off otherwise just take about an inch off every 6 weeks.

African American Braiding hair question????

I love to wear my hair in micro braids. I have grown my hair out over the years and it is now shoulder length. My braider says my hair is too long for human hair extensions and that I should use synthetic hair. I don't really like to use synthetic hair. I like to be able to play around with styles and you really can't do that with synthetic hair. I have gone to every african american beauty supply store in my town and no one has hair longer than 24 inches. Does anyone know of a reputable website that sells longer lengths of human braiding hair?

African American Braiding hair question????

First off, you can still get your hair braided with human hair even though your very long, you can actually get your own hair braided in micro braids I have done that several times, but some people do prefer weave. I have a few websites that have 24 inche weave that may be able to help. I hope that you find what you are looking for. Good luck, oh I have to tell you though you may be paying alot more than you usually do.

African American Braiding hair question????

I'm sorry but I've never heard or gotten longer than 24' inches so, well maybe you should ask your braider if they can sew two extensions together, but I've never heard of such thing. Wear your natural hair.

African American Braiding hair question????

dont go for extensions nor a weave

Healing broken, burned, damaged African American hair?

almost 5 years ago my mother put a chemical relaxer in my hair and completely ruined the long hair I had, but the same thing happened to my cousin , 2 years ago my cousin came to visit me and her hair was shorter than mine now I recently contacted her on myspace to find out her hair is basicly longer than mine. is it me? am I doing something wrong? what can I do to grow my hair out? pls help.