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We try new products in the NaturallyCurly offices daily. Some we love, some we don’t, some we trade, some we repurchase. When Nikki walked into the office last week with a wide grin on her face we could tell she’d found a keeper. Nikki had just tried the Duosity Double Whipped Repairing Treatment for the first time and there was a visible difference in her Type 3C curls. She then proceeded to put a sachet of the product on each of the editors’ desks to try too. Nikki said that when she used it her “super dry hair was soaking in the moisture like never before.”
This repair treatment is unlike others we have tried because it comes with two separate conditioners, and when you combine the two a chemical reaction occurs, creating a whipped, foamy consistency. You apply it to your wet hair in the shower and leave it on for 3-5 minutes before rinsing completely.
If this unique product is new to you, this is your chance to give it a try because we’re giving it away to 5 lucky readers.
When
May 14-17
Prize
5 lucky winners will receive the DUOSITY Double Whipped Repairing Treatment
How to win
This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only, as per our Terms and Conditions.
*Please make sure you have liked us on Facebook, so that when we can notify you if you’ve won.
This article is sponsored by DUOSITY.
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MOMent, noun. A point in time with mom; an experience or thought that is reminiscent to one you had with mom.
One moment with your mother can be cherished for a lifetime. In this #MOMents video series five inspirational women, from Angie Martinez to Lisa Price herself, sit down with their daughters and sons to share some of their most life-changing memories. From the first MOMent a Mother sees her child to the rawest conversation you’ve ever had together, each one is special and unique. Each one is what makes you—you.
These MOMents will remind you of those Saturday hair wash mornings or those perfect moments that feed your soul every single time you think about them.
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Giveaway
Enter here for a chance to pamper you and your mom with a full year supply of Carol’s Daughter products!
The giveaway ends Sunday, 5/17.
If you avoid hair color because you are afraid to let your hair come in contact with ammonia, you have sound reasoning. Ammonia opens up the cuticles to allow pigments to enter the hair. It also generates oxygen radicals which works with hydrogen peroxide to bleach melanin in the cortex.
However, there are ammonia-free options on the market that allow you to have fun with your hair color without that risk. Bigen’s Powder formula does not contain ammonia, and one way you can tell is that ammonia has a strong, distinct odor, which you won’t find here.
Instead of ammonia, Bigen uses water to open up cuticles. Water only opens up the cuticles slightly, and therefore the process is less damaging. Another option is Bigen’s Semi-Permanent dye, a direct dye which attaches to only the cuticle surface and the very outer layer of the cortex. The direct dye is incapable of penetrating the hair due to its large bulky chemical structure even if the cuticles were open with the use of ammonia.
You may have friends or acquaintances who complained of damage to their hair as a result of color processing, but did they lift their hair color? Lifting or lightening hair color can indeed lead to damage, but there is a big difference between lifting hair color and staying the same level or going darker. If you use a semi-permanent color or a dye with no bleaching effect then you can avoid the ingredients that are often associated with damaging color jobs, like hydrogen peroxide and ammonia.
It is important to note, hair color does raise the cuticle so some damage does occur as a result, but you can minimize that damage by choosing formulas that contain nourishing and moisturizing ingredients. Natural extracts like honey, sunflower, beeswax and shea butter can work as a built-in conditioner to soften and moisturize the hair. These are just a few of the ingredients found in Bigen’s Semi-Permanent formula.
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It is near impossible to walk into Target and walk out with what you came for, especially now that they have bolstered their curly hair product offering. As their curly hair product aisle keeps expanding, deciding which products you should try can be overwhelming, especially as a newly natural. Well, no need to stress and watch a thousand YouTube videos, we’re giving you a head start.
Here are Target’s top selling curly hair care products, along with customer reviews explaining why you love them.
SheaMoisture Manuka Honey & Mafura Intensive Hydration Shampoo
Naturalgirl714: “This shampoo is heaven sent. It has a great lather with just a amount of product, so a little goes a long way. It leaves your hair clean and moisturized. My hair just feels better since I made the switch. Great for low porosity hair.”
Burt’s Bees Super Shiny Mango Shampoo
Larchitech: “I have an autistic sister with very sensitive skin and hair. For years she had really frizzy hair and a lot dandruff issues. One day I took a risk and bought the super shiny mango shampoo for her and within days her hair was sleek and shiny. Not a trace of dandruff. She loves her shampoo and now I use it too.”
SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Shine Shampoo
Shennie: “I believe I have found the one. Finally! I have tried many shampoos on my frizzy, curly hair over the years and nothing has brought me great results such as this one. After a recommendation from a beauty blogger about how natural this line is and after reading the reviews, I thought I would give it a shot. What do I have to lose, right? Well, I made a great decision. This shampoo combined with the conditioner leaves my hair frizz-free and super smooth. It also give my hair a glossy shine. I have natural curls and this shampoo and conditioner enhances them. I will not switch to anything else. Thank you for making this product!”
Mane ‘N Tail Shampoo
Maricruz: “Hair is thicker than ever! Love this product! Made my hair feel and look so much thicker.”
Kinky-Curly Knot Today Conditioner
Doms817: “Hair life saver for 4C girls. I love the way it makes my hair feels right after applying it.”
SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Style Milk
Jenn: “I love this product. I use this on my bi-racial (black/white”> children as part of their hair routine. We use the LOC method. I have tried to get away with not using this product because of the price, but I honestly value my time more than my money. If I use this product a little everyday, I can literally go a full week between washes and still run my fingers through my 3 yr. old daughter’s mid-back length 3C hair. (With very little frizz!”> If I don’t use it, I end up spending literally an hour plus worth of time every 2 days with a wide tooth comb detangling.”
Miss Jessie’s Jelly Soft Curls
CeCe McGee: “I have very curly 3A/3B hair which is fine and very frizzy/coarse at the same time. It sounds very contradictory, but there is no other way to explain my hair. Products with too much oils and creams are too heavy for my hair while typically others are too light. My hair craves moisture. In addition to my typical Mixed Chicks Leave in Conditioner and Aveeno Dry Oil, I use Jelly Soft Curls ( in that order”>. I then let my hair air-dry, typically on a pile on top of my head. Once my hair is completely dry on its own, I shake it out a bit and my curls are beautiful and defined frizz, free ringlets. I get a ton of compliments!…After reading the other reviews I had to leave my 2 cents because I think people should at least give it a try. I use two palm sized dollops of this after I wash my hair. On touch-up days I add water and maybe some more leave-in and/or a quarter sized amount of this. If you use too much your hair will be dry, crunchy, and possibly flaky.”
Miss Jessie’s Pillow Soft Curls
Kakee87: “Miss Jessie’s Pillow Soft Curls has been a complete game changer for my hair! I love the texture of my hair (not crunchy”> when I use this product. I am a busy mom, so I usually don’t have time to style my hair. I can put this in my hair at night and wake up the next morning with amazing curls. The fabric softener smell is a little strong at first. However, I don’t mind the smell and the hubby loves it. I usually don’t splurge on hair products but I’m glad I did. This stuff has proven to be worth every penny!”
Renpure Biotin & Collagen Shampoo
Duncan Polk (Amazon review”>: “I bought this at Target for $4.99 and I am in love! My hair is already thick but I lost a good amount after having a baby. It has slowly grown back but between hormones and age, it’s never been the same. Until I found this product. I love Renpure products, but this is my all time favorite now. I am currently pairing this with the argan oil conditioner and I love my hair again. I will start purchasing the larger bottle from Amazon.”
Renpure Nourishing Coconut Cream Conditioner
Ann (Amazon review”>: “This is best conditioner. Coconut is my favorite smell, so this works great for me. Makes my hair so soft!”Mixed Chicks Leave-in Conditioner
Susonthebeach: “I have tried literally every anti-frizz, anti-humidity product on the market. I am Caucasian with shoulder-length, naturally wavy, fine hair that always frizzes. This product has completely transformed my hair. I use about a quarter size amount and comb it throughout paying particular attention to the ends. I let it dry naturally and voila, I have amazingly soft, luxurious waves with zero frizz. Everyone is different. Over the years I have spent thousands of dollars on hair care products and had pretty much resorted to wearing my hair in braids or just wearing a hat to deal with the frizz issue until I discovered this product. So, if you have the type of hair I do I can unequivocally say do yourself a favor and stock up on Mixed Chick’s Leave-in Conditioner. It’s awesome!”SoapBox Hydrate & Heal Argan Oil Shampoo
Kathryn2527: “My favorite thing about this shampoo is the social mission of Soapbox. For every product you buy from them they donate money towards providing clean water in areas of need (nationally and worldwide”>! The shampoo did a great job – I was very happy to see that it was paraben and sulfate free, this is always important to me! At first I was a little put off by the smell (note that I am very sensitive to smells”> but once I rinsed my hair the smell fades and was very faint. By the time my hair was dry I couldn’t smell it at all anymore. I received this product for free so that I could review it for the company. I would recommend it. It’s not as fancy as a salon quality shampoo but my hair feels soft and clean and I love supporting a good cause.”
Have you tried any of these Target best sellers?
With summer just around the corner, we are all a little excited to spend more time out in the sun. It’s time to get our hair and skin ready– preventing sun damage to our skin with SPF products.
But did you know, hair is just as vulnerable to UVA and UVB damage?
Expert hairstylist Jeffrey Lyle describes “the harsh aggressions of sun, wind, and chlorinated or salt water produce free radicals which attack the hair fiber, leaving it dry, dull, and weakened. Using products that have UVA and UVB filters will help protect hair from the sun’s harmful rays.”
The next time you plan on spending a long time outside at the beach, pool, a family outing, or a stroll in the park, it’s always a smart idea to protect your hair from sun damage first. Use one of these hair products to provide protection without drying out your tresses.
Beauty Protector & Detangle
This leave-in mist is paraben-free, sulfate-free, and acts as a detangler that seals the cuticles of each strand for smoothing frizzy hair. It also moisturizes after a dip in the pool. Beauty Protector provides protection against UV rays and heat, safeguards hair color, and adds shine. Plus, it’s a vegan product too!
Aveda Sun Care Protective Veil
A lightweight, water-resistant UV-defense mist that forms an invisible screen to help protect hair from sun exposure for up to 16 hours. It minimizes color fading, damage and dryness. The veil also contains a three-part defense and recovery system and UVA/UVB filters derived from wintergreen and cinnamon bark oils help protect hair from sun damage. This product is an anti-oxidizing blend of green tea extract, certified-organic sunflower seed oil and vitamin E.
Clarins Sun Care Oil Spray
This refresher is a lightweight, dry oil spray formulated with organic Indonesian Nyamplung Oil, which protects skin and hair from the drying effects of sun, saltwater, and chlorine. Defends from damaging UVA/UVB rays with Senna extract. Soothes and softens with Aloe Vera. Water-resistant, non-greasy formula promotes a healthy-looking tan and beautiful hair.
Ouidad Sun Shield Sun & Sport Leave-In Spray
This leave-in conditioner spray has UV ray blockers that form an invisible shield over the hair shaft to protect hair from sun, wind, salt and chlorine.
Sunflower Suncoat SPF
Although this product is recommended for horses, some curlies use it for their hair before of its effectiveness. It contains maximum UV-A and UV-B protection for shiny manes, protecting from sun bleaching and burning. Sunflower Suncoat SPF maintains the natural true color of hair with a formula that contains a quality blend of conditioners that make hair more manageable and easier to detangle and comb, too.
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po·ros·i·ty
- The state or property of being porous, or permeable to fluids and outside influences.
- A structure or part that is porous and capable of being penetrated.
- The ratio of the volume of all the pores in a material to the volume of the whole.
In essence, your hair’s porosity is the measure of its ability to absorb and hold onto moisture. This factor will help you determine the most effective way of moisturizing your textured tresses.
More: Why Hair Porosity & Density Matter
What is My Porosity?
Ready to discover your hair’s porosity? Take a strand of your hair (after gently brushing or finger combing your hair”> and place it in a glass of water. Observe how your hair responds to being immersed in water.
- High porosity hair will sink quickly to the bottom, therefore it readily absorbs water.
- Low porosity hair will take a long time to sink to the bottom of the glass of water, if at all. In this case, the hair is unable to absorb the water.
- Normal porosity hair will sink at a medium pace, not too fast or too slow.
So now that you know your hair’s porosity, what steps do you need to take to ensure maximum moisture based on your level?
More: How to Find Your Hair Porosity & Density
High Porosity
High porosity hair has a difficult time holding onto moisture as it easily escapes the raised cuticles. It is important to avoid drying detergents and silicones that will further exacerbate the issue.
Tip: Shop for rich creams and butters for your hair. I suggest sealing the hair in layers…start with a moisture rich leave in, follow up with a cream, and finish with a heavy butter.
I also suggest that high porosity curlies try a ACV (apple cider vinegar”> rinse. This is a great way to temporarily close your cuticle, and enable the hair to retain moisture.
More: Do a Hair Rinse With Apple Cider & Vinegar
Low Porosity
Low porosity hair is typically much harder to moisturize since it is more difficult for moisture to penetrate the hair shaft. Prep time is paramount for low porosity curlies. Every step in your daily routine is important and will determine how healthy your hair is. Avoid moisture sapping products, including alcohol based gels, hairspray and mousse.
Tip: Shop for water based, liquid leave in moisturizers that will moisturize without heaviness. Also, make sure to add a natural oil to your regime. Opt for a light to seal your hair after moisturizing. I prefer jojoba oil since it most resembles the sebum produced in our scalp. Heavy oils will be harder to absorb and will simply sit on top of it and weigh it down.
More: 3 Hair Oils for Healthy Hair
Medium Porosity
If you fall in this category, you are only lucky curly! Medium porosity hair is easily moisturized and retains its moisture level well. My hair has normal (medium”> porosity. One of my favorite ways to keep my curls hydrated is to do a conditioning rinse, then reapply a thin layer of conditioner (add more on the ends”> and finally seal with pure monoi oil.
Tip: Shop for moisturizing conditioners, silicone free preferably, that can double as a leave in. Avoid protein heavy conditioners for this purpose, as the residual protein can lead to straw like curls. Add a few natural oils to the mix for sealing your hair. I prefer oils that also offer amazing benefits. Monoi de Tahiti and pomegranate seed oil are my favorites.
More: Monoi Tiare: The Tropical Elixir for Fabulous Hair and Skin
This article was written by CURLS Founder Mahisha Dellinger. It was originally written in November 2012 and has been updated for grammar and clarity.
We are so excited to welcome a new member to the NaturallyCurly team, our new Graphic Designer, Frances! In addition to her talent and portfolio, we’re also crushing on her curls (no surprise”>. So we had to ask her about her Holy Grails of course, and it turns out there’s just one product that has her heart, and this is why it’s better than all the rest.
What is your Holy Grail product?
What is your hairtype?
Do you stick to this favorite or are you constantly trying new products?*
What do you look for in a product?
How do you apply this to your hair?
Benefits
The fractioned coconut oil will give you that silicone feeling, like most esterified oils do (of course without the inconvenient of cones”>. Coconut oil is a very light oil that will penetrate the hair shaft. Sunflower oil is full with ceramides that will help bond the cuticles and will improve light reflection. Avocado oil is a powerful anti-aging oil, full with vitamin E, and phytosterols. Finally, lemongrass and ylang ylang essential oils are great for dry, thirsty hair. If you don’t have fractioned coconut oil, you can add any other light oil like grapefruit oil.What You Need
- 25 ml coconut oil
- 25 ml sunflower oil
- 25 ml avocado oil
- 25 ml fractioned coconut oil
- 20 drops lemongrass
- 10 drops ylang ylang
Blend all of the ingredients together and apply as a finisher when installing or unraveling your twists. You can also use it to scrunch out the crunch on your wash and go’s.
Read more: DIY Okra Gel Detangling Pre-poo
How do you add shine?
It is estimated that 65% of women have natural curls and waves, yet they are not 100% knowledgeable as to how to actually take care of their texture. While this is true, there has been a recent spike in curly haired people inquiring about a specialized cut performed only by Deva Certified stylists at Devachan salons throughout the US. This cut was developed by Curly Girl Handbook author, curly hair guru, and Devachan Salon owner Lorraine Massey.
What is the DevaCut?
The DevaCut is a unique haircut which focuses on either sculpting each curl cutting in at an angle so the curl pattern is not disrupted or utilizing the Deva Signature Waterfall cutting technique, a structured method of cut as well as intuitive skills ( curl by curl”> to cut the hair. Either way, each cut is a customized cut, for each curl pattern and it requires strict and extensive training by each stylist. The client’s hair is cut dry, due to the fact that curly hair is quite different once it is 100% dry. The spring factor that is found in naturally curly hair changes and falls differently when it is cut dry. However, for those who wish to create volume, the Deva clipping technique is an added bonus, Stylists apply gel, or other Deva styling products to the curls and use Deva clips (or pin curl clips”> to give body to the sections of hair at the crown.
Stylists normally educate first-time clients by walking them through the process as they work with clients hair. They will educate clients about how they cleanse and style hair as they work so that clients can return home and repeat the style process themselves.
When making an appointment at a Devachan salon, most clients are asked to wear their curls as natural and unaltered as possible–this means little to no product, and no ponytails, braids or buns. Stylists ask to see clients with detangled, defined, and hair without added extensions.
DevaCuts are dimensional and intricate and made for wash-and-gos.
One of the best benefits of DevaCuts is that they are built for a wash and go hairstyle, meaning after your cut and wash, the styling is simple and most naturally curly hair is allowed to air dry. Stylists apply gel, or other styling products to the curls and use bill-styled clips to give body to sections of hair. Using this technique, hair is allowed to dry and look it’s most natural and is free frizz. Stylists will use a Devafuser to speed up the process a bit. Once the hair is dry, the clips are removed and the natural pattern and definition of the curls is revealed.
Upkeep and cost
Stylists will help educate clients about their unique and beautiful ringlets, one at a time. Stylists vary in years of experience and education. Therefore, when calling you can inquire about pricing for cuts and color. The cost of a regular DevaCut at the NYC flagship salon varies depending on stylist and hair length and needs, but most cuts at the NYC salon begin at $85, cap at $250 depending on expertise and experience. In addition to the DevaCurl stylists, stylists from around the country have attended a 1- or 2-day program and have become either a Deva Inspired or Advanced Stylist. More recently, stylists who have attended the newest Deva Certification program at a DevaCurl academy are evaluated based on a written and practical assessment. A passing performance results in the highest endorsement and they can call themselves a Deva Certified Curl Specialist. This elevates them to premiere status on the DevaCurl Stylist finder.
To find a Deva Salon by zip code, visit www.devacurl.com/salon-stylist-search.html and our very own database of curl salons here.
Watch an example of how a DevaCut is performed on Rock Yo Rizos:
Have you had a DevaCut before? What was your experience?
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We all look for different qualities when it comes to shopping for product: fragrance, slip, ingredients, etc. These are just some of the things the NaturallyCurly editors discussed in their Live Google+ Hangout when they tackled the question: What makes a product a Holy Grail? We learned a lot about each others’ Holy Grails, fails, and a few unexpected fun facts that we didn’t know about each other! Like Evelyn conditions twice, Devri uses dry shampoo on her 3c curls, slip isn’t a dealbreaker for Jamie, and Nikki and Cristina both love Kinky-Curly Knot Today even though they have completely different hair.
Watch the VideoEven if you didn’t make it to the live Google Hangout, don’t worry! The video will live on our YouTube channel and you can watch it at any time that’s convenient for you.
Have you ever had a product fail even though it was someone else’s Holy Grail?
NaturallyCurly user Curly-Kinky has been making her homemade herbal hair shampoo for years. A tried and true brew free of harmful additives and full of benefits.
What you’ll need
- 4 oz of castile soap in any scent
- 1/2 oz of rosemary – stimulates the hair follicles
- 1/2 oz of sage – antioxidants and antibacterial
- 3 drops of plumeria essential oil
- 1/2 oz of nettles – acts as a stimulator, a large source of nutrients for hair growth
- 1/2 oz of lavender – controls the production of sebaceous gland oil and reduces itchy and flaky scalp conditions
- 2000 mg of MSM – provides organic sulfur to your scalp, which improves the health and strength of your hair. It also helps to drive herbal nutrient into the skin and follicles where they can do the most good
- 1 empty bottle, or any other empty shampoo or soap bottle
- 2 cups distilled water
Directions
- Mix the herbs in a mason jar, which has a lid
- Boil 2 cups of distilled water
- Add 3 heaping tablespoons of the mixed herbs into the boiling water
- Let the herb mixture cool for 30 – 40 minutes
- Add the MSM into the herb mixture after 30 minutes of cooling, allow to melt
- Strain the herbal mixture into a bowl
- Pour 2 oz of strained herbal tea into the plastic bottle
- Add 4 oz of castile soap
- Cap the bottle and shake to mix the ingredients
- Shampoo as normal
Do you use store-bought shampoo or prefer a DIY? Share your favorite below!
This article was originally published in March 2013 and has been updated for grammar and clarity.
Got a recipe? Share it in the comment section. We love hearing what you have to say. Louis Tchetoskany recently expressed interest in sharing her DIY detangling pre-poo recipe with the community ever since we published the article about snail slime and here it is! If you are looking for a way to detangle and nourish your hair before you cleanse, try this recipe. It is beginner friendly and perfect for nourishing the hair and reducing scalp inflammation.
Ingredients
- 20 ml castor oil
- 20 ml sunflower oil
- ½ Tbsp. shea butter
- 1 Tbsp. MSM powder
- 2 Tbsp. okra gel (you can also use aloe vera gel, or flaxseed gel if you prefer”>
Directions
- Prepare your okra gel by boiling five sliced okra into half a cup of water.
- Mix the castor oil, sunflower oil, and shea butter together in a separate bowl.
- Add the MSM powder in the gel until it dissolved.
- Add the gel into the butter and mix well until you obtain a slippery lotion.
Do you have DIY recipes you want to share? You can post recipes here.
This new Superfruit line by SheaMoisture has been giving our Holy Grails a run for their money. Sure, we couldn’t ask for more from our Coconut & Hibiscus Curl Enhancing Smoothie or our Raw Shea Butter Extra-Moisture Transitioning Milk, but we’re still Product Junkies at heart and had to try the New Superfruit Complex Collection to see how it compared. NaturallyCurly Editors Nikki and Amanda are crazy about the 10-in-1 Renewal Hair Masque, Nikki says “I loved the smell, the 10 in 1 benefits, how soft my hair felt, and most of all the slip was on a WHOLE other level.”
Today (through Wednesday”> is your chance to win the whole set!
When
April 6 – 8
Prize
6 lucky winners will receive the New Superfruit Complex Collection:
- 10-in-1 Renewal System Shampoo
- 10-in-1 Renewal Hair Masque
- 10-in-1 Renewal Conditioner
- 10-in-1 Renewal Hair & Scalp Serum
How to win
This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only, as per our Terms and Conditions.
*Please make sure you have liked us on Facebook, so that when we can notify you if you’ve won.
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Curious? We were, too. Popular hair color brand Bigen answers all of your permanent and semi-permanent hair color questions. Whether you have fine, coarse, dense, damaged, short, long, or gray hair, all of your answers are below.
What are the differences in the color formulations (i.e. liquid, cream, and powder”>?
Liquid is easy to distribute throughout the entire head. It is ideal to quickly cover all gray hair on the whole head, however it can be messy to apply. Cream is economical and allows you to use only the necessary amount needed, easy to apply along hairline, mixture does not splatter or drip easily. This is ideal for root and hairline touch-ups. Powder is more economical compared to the other two and only requires water. With powder you have the option of rationing the amount needed. This is ideal for all-over color, root, and hairline touch-ups. Bigen Semi-permanent comes in a cream and uses direct, oxidative dye. This product is nourishing to your hair since its formula is oil-rich and does not contain ammonia or peroxide. Bigen Permanent Powder comes as a powder and requires mixing with only water before applying to hair. This product is gentle to your hair since its formula does not contain ammonia and no hydrogen peroxide is required.Is each option formulated for certain consumers based on curl pattern or porosity?
While all formula types are suitable for all hair types we recommend semi permanent color for those with fine hair or relaxed, chemically processed, or damaged hair. Semi-permanent does not have ammonia or peroxide. Coarse hair is difficult to dye, if wanting thoroughly colored hair in one application, permanent color is recommended.Are all of the color options available in all three forms?
- Semi-permanent color is available in a wide range of shades and is intended for those looking for a change in hair color without the damaging effects, while providing temporary but long-lasting color, however, semi-permanent color does not have a lightening or lifting effect. To achieve lighter or brighter shades, you must apply semi-permanent color to lighter or pre-lightened hair.
- Permanent powder is available in a range of shades that are primarily darker. It is a deposit only hair color, and is intended for those looking for beautiful, long lasting results with 100% gray coverage or to enhance natural hair color.
- Cream and liquid permanent hair color have the widest range of shades. These formulas can provide lightening or depositing actions allowing for colors from darkest black to platinum silver. These formulas are also some the strongest and are potentially the most damaging to hair.
How should you prime your hair before the color application?
All hair color should be applied to clean hair, free of styling product buildup. Shampoo your hair at least 24 hrs. before permanent coloring. This will allow your hair to recoup some of the natural oils to protect hair and scalp.What are your tips for preserving the color after application?
- First, it is recommended to rinse hair thoroughly until water runs clear. If hair is not well rinsed after the coloring process, it may actually cause hair damage and promote color fading.
- Next, you should always apply a conditioner made for color-treated hair immediately after coloring. Conditioners designed for color-treated hair will have a pH value of 3 to 4. This will help to return the cuticle to a closed state. For a while after coloring, some of your cuticles won’t close as easily as they did before coloring. Continued use of color-safe conditioners will expedite cuticle closure to help prevent hair damage and color fading.
- For cuticle care, use a leave-in treatment and be careful not to rub hair together while it is wet.
- For pigment care, be aware of UV rays, they can be damaging to hair. The chlorine in swimming pools will fade color faster. Do not relax hair, as chemicals used in relaxers can cause damage to color treated hair.
What are your tips for root touch-ups?
Cream and powder formulas are great for touch-up application. With permanent color, apply on new growth and wait for 15-30 min. If necessary pull some of the color down to the ends 5-10 min. before washing out hair. Semi-permanent color is great for a quick root touch-up that won’t expose previously colored hair to further damage.What are your tips for gray hair?
Start color application in the area that contains the largest amount of gray hair. That way the areas needing the most color will experience the longest processing time and complete coverage is obtained.What are your tips for preserving color while swimming?
While chlorine used in pools as a disinfectant is weak, it contains a bleaching effect. Be sure to thoroughly wash your hair with shampoo & conditioner made for color-treated hair after swimming to prevent fading.How many packages would you recommend for highly dense hair versus someone with low density in each color option?
1 at-home color products should cover:
- very short(less than 5cm long”>
- short (covers the ears”>
- medium (down to the chin”>
2 at-home color products should cover:
- long (between the shoulders and waist”>
- very long ( up to or below the waist”>
Very dense hair may require more product. Always make sure to thoroughly saturate hair completely with color product.
Have more questions? Ask them below.
This article is sponsored by Bigen.
Question
Dying my hair from dark brown to red where do I start? –IgnorantChild, 2A
Answer
When changing your hair color, you should take into consideration natural DIY methods. Not only are they much safer on the curl, but they can be an inexpensive option if going to a salon is not in the budget. Due to the fact that you may already have some natural red hues under that dark brown color, these DIY methods can enhance what may be hiding within your locks.
Option 1: Henna Mix
Henna is a DIY method that is known to enhance natural dark colored hair and emit more shine. Yes, the idea of henna for some is “Ugh! what a mess!” But using it is actually easier than you think. Henna is great for bringing about a reddish hue. The longer you leave it in, the more color and strength it will add to your hair length and follicles. In the henna aftermath there is little to no damage, and it will fade naturally–without that dreaded brassy finish.
look in your local health food co-op, market or Whole Foods store and be sure to purchase 100% pure body art quality (BAQ”> henna. Because of its high protein contents, you may find that adding some conditioner or a carrier like unrefined coconut or olive oil helps soften your waves. Add just a dash of paprika for a brighter red tint or even green tea for vibrancy.
The easiest way to apply henna is with your hands covered with rubber gloves and a plastic applicator bottle. Leave it on for anywhere from 1 to 8 hours–you may even sleep with it in and rinse in the am. The longer the henna is in your hair, the more vitality it gives your hair. Remember, never mix henna in a metal bowl or with metal utensils since metals can bring about a reaction. Be sure to cover everything. Be sure to rinse with water and conditioner then deep condition afterwards and style as usual. Read more henna tips in our recent article here.
Option 2: Herbal Tea Rinse
In order to enhance the red undertones in your waves, add 3 to 4 tablespoons of a carrier oil to 1/2 cup of boiling water, and steep. Add either hibiscus, red clover, or chamomile to the water and strain after steeping for 30 minutes. Apply the herbal hot oil treatment and 40 minutes later, rinse out for a natural red hue. Read more on which herbal rinse is better for you here.
Have you gone from brown to red? Was your hair damaged?
In the holy land you can find women with different types of hair, but the most widespread kind is curly hair.
Most Israeli women are blessed with curls. Due to the abundance of curly haired people–men and women–living in it, Israel has become kind of a “Holy land” for curly hair products now, too. Everything you ever wanted is here–from moisturizers and masks for any type of curl, to hair salons that specialize with curls.Israel has become kind of a Holy land for curly hair products.
One of the things that have a dramatic effect on your hair is the weather.
Because we live in a country with weather that is usually hot and humid, many struggle with keeping their curls looking healthy and defined. At transition season, the weather isn’t stable which causes our hair to be more drier and more damaged. The fact that a lot of Israelis suffer from very dry hair causing marketers to jump to our assistance and offering us various beauty products for that problem. It seems that dry damaged hair is the “curse” and the moisturizers are the “savior” to pull us from our misery. Unfortunately not everyone likes their natural curls and because of this, there is a big trend to straighten their hair in the short term and sometimes, long term. Israeli women find it very difficult to control their hair, not even mentioning loving their hair.
I rarely meet an Israeli woman who likes her natural hair and color. I used to be one of those women.
First of all, because I thought that straight hair looks better than curly and second I hated my red color, I used to get teased a lot as a little girl. When you grow up and the kids around you call you “The Little Red Sheep” you get an idea that naturally red curls are ugly and straight blonde hair is the most beautiful hair. It’s hard to accept your natural beauty when you are constantly been teased for it.
I have noticed a positive change with how people treat their natural hair here; they are learning to embrace it but this change takes time and maturity
As I grow up I have realized that I love my natural hair, it’s a blessing and something that makes me special. I have noticed a positive change with how people treat their natural hair here; they are learning to embrace it but this change takes time and maturity. When you get older you learn to accept yourself, work with what you’ve got and become the best version of yourself.
This post was written by Ayana for NaturallyCurly. Follow her on Instagram: @ayanule
No matter how comfortable you may feel with your hairstylist, they are still providing you a service. Use these tips for next trip to the beauty shop as etiquette so that you can create a professional yet friendly vibe with your beautician.
“I want him to do my hair, not you.”
It is your hair and your money, yes. Therefore it is okay if you feel the need to switch stylists or colorists at the same salon. Just quietly let the front desk/customer service person know “I’d like to try someone else today, but I really do enjoy coming here and appreciate everyone’s individual talent.”
Walking up to your hairstylist while they have another client in the chair.
With stylists with a large clientele volume can come a longer wait time. Unexpected things happen, so even with a booked appointment you should expect to spend some time in the waiting area. Never walk directly into your stylist’s booth and inquire on your own. If the wait is longer than expected, you may bring it up to the owner or manager and let them know when your scheduled appointment time was. Often, better salons will either make it up to you by offering you a free service or will reschedule for a different time slot.“This is not what I wanted.”
Sometimes the cut, color, or style won’t turn out how you had expected. Even if you’ve been going to the same hair stylist for years, do not be outright rude about the service they just performed. Calmly and politely let your stylist know specifically what the issue is. By communicating with detail–in a calm tone–you can often work together to find the fix. If he or she cannot remedy the issue, they may come up with a consolation with the owner or manager for your next visit.Not tipping them at all.
Tipping your stylist, colorist and assistant can add up, but it is important to treat them individually based on what they have just worked for. Normally stylists and colorists should receive 15-20% tip while assistants like shampooers usually get a flat $5 tip. During the holiday season or a special occasion, you may want to add something to their normal tip.Bottom line, it’s all in your communication.
If you know your hair stylist well or this is your first time receiving their services, it is crucial to feel comfortable enough to communicate what you want from your visit. Bring photos and ideas that you are considering, be open to suggestions from your stylist so that your make the most of your visit–after all, they are in their professional work environment and you need to respect that.
If you are looking to restore nourishing vitamins to your hair and scalp after fighting a dry winter, this super simple DIY recipe may do the trick. For anyone who suffers from dry, lifeless or brittle hair, the combination of carrots and bananas can revive your hair quickly and easily. The benefits of carrots are numerous for THE hair, skin, and body. They hydrate and brighten the complexion, as well.
When digested whole or as part of a smoothie, the beta carotene is transformed into much needed vitamin A for the body. Carrots also aide in promoting healthy vision and eyes. Using carrots as part of your DIY hair mask help to rid of toxins and residues.
When combined, carrots and bananas are found to aid greatly in hair growth, conditioning, adding and restoring luster and shine, reducing dandruff, removing build up and helping curls bounce back.
This effective recipe was created by : http://www.stylecraze.com/articles/diy-carrot-and-banana-hair-mask/” target=”_blank”>StyleCraze, and requires ingredients you likely have in your pantry already.
What You Need
- one ripe banana
- medium sized carrot
- 2 tablespoons of creamy yogurt
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2-3 drops of olive oil
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2 teaspoons of honey (optional–adds extra shine and luster to dull hair”>
How to make your mask
- Chop the carrot and banana into small cubes and boil until soft
- In a bowl, mix the carrots and bananas and add the yogurt, olive oil and honey
- Blend the ingredients in a blender until it becomes a smooth paste
How to use your mask
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Start by applying the mask to the scalp area.
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Work over your scalp and into your hair length.
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Cover your hair with a shower cap and allow the mask to sit on your hair for 45 minutes to 2 hrs.
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Rinse with water and use a mild shampoo, if needed; be sure to rinse your hair and scalp well of the mask. You will not need to add a conditioner afterwards.
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Allow to air dry, or use a diffuser.
