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  Many curlies get length retention and growth confused or think they are interchangeable.  Let's clear the air on this today! Length retention is all about maintaining and keeping the hair that you are growing/have grown.  If you hair is constantly breaking at the ends you will always feel like your hair isn't growing. Growth is the actual process of hair coming from the follicle. You can possibly have plenty growth but not see it because you have NO length retention. Your hair grows 1/4" to 1/2" a month. The ideal is to have both but length retention is very...

Aloe Vera is a great humectant for natural hair. A humectant helps create a protective layer on your curls to help with moisture retention.  Used properly, aloe can also provide a light hold for hair, help with scalp issues like dandruff and itch and also strengthen hair. Works well for high porosity hair. Aloe: anti-inflammatory actions that may help reduce scalp irritation moisturizing effect enzyme and fatty acid  help reduce inflammation vitamins C, E, B-12, folic acid, and choline can help nourish and strengthen hair Since all good things have their limits aloe has a few drawbacks.  Aloe is best...

Get Rid of Dry Scalp Once and For AllDry scalp can be really irritating as well as unsightly. It's easy to get frustrated with something that doesn’t seem to want to disappear!As someone who's suffered from dry scalp, you probably are looking for any help you can get to correct it. The good news is that with a few adjustments, you can actually get rid of dry scalp once and for all. By making some simple changes, you'll receive the relief you’ve been seeking.Practicing these habits will get you started on the road to recovery:1. Moisturize regularly. Adding moisture to...

Porosity is the measure of your hair's ability to absorb and retain moisture. When you look at a strand of hair using a microscope, a healthy strand has a smooth surface.