Knowledge is Power…

So, what does your health say about your hair? As strange as it may seem our journey to healthy hair starts the moment we wake up. Think about it… What you put in your body affects your hair, just as much as what you put on it. Having healthy hair is not a hairstyle it's a lifestyle. And if you're choosing health as your wealth then your hair and scalp will reflect it. Believe it or not, our physical health is medicine for healthy hair. Although some things are heredity others are not. A poor diet, stress, not enough water, a lack of proper nutrition, being inactive, insufficient blood flow, iron deficiency, as well as a lack of rest and/or sleep, are just some of the contributing factors. Ignoring physical health destroys more than just the body. It also compromises a healthy scalp which is crucial for healthy hair.

Now let’s be honest we are all looking to take our hair to the next level. We spend hundreds of dollars purchasing hair products that will be beneficial to our hair. But how often do we take into consideration the scalp? The birthplace of healthy hair. When we nourish our scalp with a healthy routine our hair in return has growth (even if it does so slowly), healthy ends (not split ends), minimum breakage, good elasticity, a nice shine, and moisture retention. Creating an environment for healthy hair to flourish and be victorious is the overall purpose of a healthy routine. Need I say more…

FAQs

  • The first and most important thing there is to know about shampooing is that it is for the scalp and not the hair. Think about it. What is a healthy routine without a clean foundation? Uh, dirty! And as crazy as it might sound the goal is to protect the hair while freeing the scalp of any dirt or debris. I call it cleaning with a purpose. We shampoo just enough to ensure that the scalp is clean and odor-free while preserving the natural oils that help to maintain healthy hair. Remember that a clean foundation starts with your scalp.

  • In addition to taking a break from styling or combing the hair, most people who choose to wear a protective style do so to protect the hair from frequent manipulation. If the hairstyle is properly maintained and the hair is cared for with quality products, it can lead to healthier hair and even promote hair growth. But how effective is a protective style for hair that has already sustained some type of damage? Not good at all. Think about it. Whether it be from over-processing (perms, relaxers, and/or coloring), excessive heat, glue residue, split ends, breakage, or scalp infection, our hair needs to be restored before it is protected. Think of it like this to achieve and maintain healthy hair, you have to first eliminate the obstacle.

  • There are many factors to take into consideration when we have a desire for hair growth. In addition to our overall health and the potential side effects of any medications that we may be taking it is important to examine our scalp. Hair follicles are present wherever there is hair on your body. If your scalp does not have a hair follicle hair will not grow in that area. This is one reason why many individuals have considered and had hair transplants. To keep your hair follicles healthy and strong eat healthy, manage stress levels, take measures to protect your scalp, and promote proper blood circulation to your head.

  • Once you have selected a semi-permanent or permanent hair color, it's important to carefully read the instructions and conduct a strand and allergy test. Just keep in mind that your normal hair routine may require a few changes once you've colored it.

  • The best way to determine a time frame for trimming your hair is to consider if the trim is necessary to keep your hairstyle or to remove split ends and/or damaged hair. Keep in mind that split ends may worsen and lead to breakage if left untreated, which will prevent healthy hair growth.

  • Conditioner is the complete opposite of shampoo. Why is that? Because it is for the hair. Even though conditioner cannot repair damaged hair, it is nevertheless a crucial part of any healthy hair regimen. Hair that is closer to the scalp gets the benefit of any sebum coming from the oil glands. And since conditioner does what the oil glands do naturally it is important to make sure that the ends of the hair are benefiting from the conditioner as well. It's also a good idea to spend a little extra time deep conditioning the hair with a rich conditioner or a protein mask. However, you never want to overdo conditioning because you need to give your follicles room to breathe. Once completed the hair should be rinsed with cool water.

  • For natural hair to thrive, it needs to be handled with the utmost gentleness. Due to how healthy it appears; many individuals unintentionally handle it roughly. Perming and hair coloring are two of the most common reasons for hair loss in women. We cannot ignore the reality that the chemicals we employ during these treatments can weaken and damage the hair shaft, making it brittle and more prone to breakage. Nor can we ignore the harm that the hair shaft sustains when we use these chemicals excessively. Consider this even if you do not use chemicals breakage is common in natural hair because it is typically weak as it is invariably dry by nature. Good quality hair is an investment. Celebrate the life of your hair by letting the world see its natural texture, color, and style before the chemicals alter it!

  • When dealing with any form of hair loss, or alopecia, the root cause of it can be linked to several factors, and the best treatment will differ based on that. Finding efficient methods to improve blood circulation to the scalp can help rejuvenate hair follicles, reduce hair loss, and promote hair growth.