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  (photo http://keepitkinky.net/long-natural-hair-lenora-from-martinique/)   Moisture is one of the main keys to having great hair.  If you have the proper moisture balance you will have less breakage.  I will share some of my personal favorite ways to maintain that moisture in your curly locks!   1.  Water, Water, Water- Drink up!  It's great when you moisturize from the from inside out. Also spritz hair with it between washes.  You can add oil or aloe juice.   2.  Protective styling-  Limit wearing your hair out especially if it's at the length that it can touch your clothing.  Try to do more...

  These days many people are deciding to use nature based hair and body products.  Some people do it to be kind to the environment. Some people have skin sensitivities or want better results from the products.    These are some common reasons and ideas why nature knows best!   1.  Nature based products are generally milder.   2.  Natural products won't strip your hair of natural oils.   3.  Nature based products can actually help repair your hair over time. With nature based products, you will actually see results.   4. They are safer for skin and scalp especially...

Different Types Of Hair Porosity & Their Care Porosity means how porous your hair is, in other words how your hair retains and maintains moisture. (photo kenyankinks)   There are 3 types of hair porosity.  They are, high, normal and low. Depending on which you have should determine the type of product you should be using.   How do I know you ask? There’s a test!  Here are the steps:   Step 1:  Fill a glass or bowl with room temperature water.   Step 2:  Grab a couple of clean hair strands, put them in the water.   Step 3:...

Proteins And What They Do Natural hair needs a balance of moisture and protein. All proteins can strengthen. Every protein has different characteristics.   If you want to know if you need protein or moisture, try this:   Step 1: Wet your hair.   Step 2: Get about an inch of your hair between your fingers. Stretch hair.   *The amount of stretch can show protein needs. If your hair needs moisture it won’t stretch at all and then breaks, or if it feels extremely rough and brittle.   *Your hair needs protein if it stretches a long way and...

(photo adunniorganics) Oils are the naturals best friend!  Oils act as sealants and work great in hot oil treatments.  Some oils can even penetrate hair shaft for strength and general health.  Oils can also be added to your shampoo, conditioner and spray bottle.  We use most of these in our products as well. Here are a few of my favorites! Coconut Oil- penetrates hair,  doesn’t cause buildup, strengthens hair from the inside     out and can help reduce your porosity if you have high porosity.  Also great as hot oil treatment Avocado Oil-  hot oil treatments, high in vitamins A, B,...