My hair is a complete mess. I just had GLued extentions in there n i took out the extentions and there is glue still there..alot of it too. I tried combing it out..but of course i only made it worst. Someone told me that gettin a perm would make it come out..but im not stupid. i kno that if i do that, i'd be bald. Please help me. I want my hair to grow that way i wouldnt need any more extentions
How can i Fix my damaged hair? Dont go out and buy anything expensive.
First: Purchase a mild Shampoo (To Clarify hair, I will explain why)
Second: TRIM your hair ends (May 1 1/2 to 2 inches)
Third: Here's the magic part: Mix olive oil, almond oil, coconut oil, avocado oil and a "little" honey, (honey u will have to heat so it can blend). Either leave on ALL day or all night (if all nite, DONT use honey)
Repeat this 3-4 times a week, your hair will grow like a weed %26amp; remove all frizz I promise,..... and it will be super shiny!!!!
The clairifying shampoo will help take the oil off your hair when u shower
You can find olive oil anywere, but the other oils you will have to buy at a local organics store, wholes foods or BJ's health corner.
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How can i Fix my damaged hair? try good old fashioned white vinegar. Then shampoo your hair and the acid of the vinegar should break down the glue. Extensions are so hard on the hair. Unless you have thick hair to spare...Expect breakage, damage, and hair loss.
How can i Fix my damaged hair? African American Hair Structure
What's different about our hair? Why do we need different products and routines? African hair is made of the same 鈥渟tuff鈥?as non-African hair. The difference lies in the way those components are put together or the structure of our hair. The structure of our hair can cause it to be more prone to breakage and dryness. Because of this, black hair care needs are is different from those for other types of hair. Our hair can have up to twice the amount of 鈥渃uticle鈥?or outer layer. Our hair is kinkier which makes it more difficult for the oil secreted from our scalps to reach the ends of the hair. But, keep in mind there is a continuum of hair types. Especially since most of us are of mixed heritage, African American hair and bi-racial people's hair can vary widely. Even within a single head of hair, there are different hair types. So, there is no one solution for the care of all African American hair. However, it is helpful to know, generally, what type of hair you have. This link http://www.ourhair.net will take you to a site where you can determine your hair type. Intuitively, you might think African hair is "tougher" than Caucasian hair and can handle more stress or abuse. After all, it is coarser and thicker. Actually, African hair (especially if treated like European hair) is more fragile than Caucasian hair. For this reason, we suggest using products made especially for our hair, whenever possible. Today, there is a wide range of excellent products made specifically for the needs of African American or Textured hair.
The parts that make up your hair are:
Cuticle: Outer layer of the hair. It is made up of layers of scales which interlock with the cells of the hair's inner root sheath to firmly anchor it in the follicle. This is a thin and colorless layer. Black hairs cuticle layer can be twice the thickness of that of white hair.
Cortex: The middle layer. It is composed of cells which are tightly bound around one another. These bands provide the hair with elasticity and strength and are very receptive to chemicals. As a result, they can easily be influenced (or damaged) by dyes and relaxers.
Melanin: is contained in the cortex and is the substance that determines the color of our hair and skin. The more melanin, the darker the hair or skin.
Follicle: This is the name for hair before it emerges from the skin. Follicles are composed of many elements including carbon, hydrogen and oxygen. Healthy amounts of these elements can improve the hairs' condition and appearance once it emerges.
Sebaceous/Sudoniferous Glands: Attached to the hair follicle are the sebaceous (oil) and the sudoriferous (sweat) glands. The sebaceous glands open and close continuously to release a waxy sebum oil into the hair follicle and onto the scalp. The sudoriferous glands contain many small structures with porous openings leading to the skin. They produce substances which dry on the skin including salts, acids, water and bacteria. If not completely dissolved and effectively removed from the scalp, they can help cause severe itching and dandruff. Thus, the scalp problems some people experience in the early stages of locs.
How does a relaxer work?
Time for a really quick science lesson (keep reading, it will be really quick and painless, I promise). There is a scale called a pH scale. It ranges from 0-14. Water is right in the middle with a pH of 7 and is "neutral" (neither acidic or basic). Substances with higher pH are called alkali, caustic or basic. Solutions with lower pH are called acidic. The farther from the number 7 (either high or low), the more the solution will do in terms of burning or breaking chemical bonds. The pH scale is a logarithmic scale. What that means is a whole number difference is greater than you might think. A solution that is pH 8 is ten times more basic than a solution that is ph 7. One that is a pH 5 is 100 times more acidic than a pH 7. That's as far as we need to go for our purposes. End of lesson. Relaxers, whether lye or no lye, have a very high pH (very near the top of the scale). In other words, they are caustic.
Relaxers work on the same principle as commercial products like Liquid Plumr庐 that you'd buy to remove hair from your sink or drain. Relaxers break the hair down. Relaxers work because they break the bonds that actually give strength to the hair. This causes the hair to straighten. Therefore, relaxed hair is, by definition, weaker than natural hair. Relaxers also deplete the hair of sebum (the oil your scalp secretes). Combine that with heat and you can really end up with a problem. That's why it is of the utmost importance to be careful when putting in relaxers and to give relaxed hair the best care possible.
Does this mean we are against relaxers? Absolutely not. If a quality relaxer is applied properly and the hair is maintained properly, your hair can definitely be healthy. However, your hair will be weaker than if it were natural and will be more prone to problems. These problems are not insurmountable as long as you are aware of how to take care of your hair.
Many people have asked us why we don't sell relaxers. Our policy is that we do not sell relaxers because we think they should be applied by a professional in a salon setting.
Are no lye relaxers better and/or milder?
There is a myth that no-lye relaxers take all the worry out of straightening the hair. Pardon the pun, but that's a lie (lye). No-lye relaxers are more gentle on the scalp. But, the FDA (Food %26amp; Drug Administration) has received complaints of scalp irritation from no-lye relaxers as well as lye relaxers. The same safety precautions apply to both. Lye relaxers contain sodium hydroxide as the active ingredient. With no-lye relaxers, calcium hydroxide and guanidine carbonate are mixed to produce guanidine hydroxide. It's the hydroxide that makes the relaxer reactive (basic) and the way they work is the same. Some people have reported no-lye relaxers leave their hair more dull and have gone back to lye relaxers. If you're having problems with scalp irritation using a lye relaxer, you might want to try a no-lye relaxer. But, don't believe that it's somehow more healthy for your hair.
How about natural relaxers?
There are products on the market that call themselves "natural relaxers". We have gotten many questions about them. After doing a lot of research, we have finally found a natural relaxer we can sell with confidence. That relaxer is the Natural-LaxerTM from Baka Beauty Products. However, the term "relaxer", in this case, may be misleading. We think that may be why the natural relaxers have gotten a bad rap.
The natural relaxer we sell is an all herbal relaxer. It is not a straightener. You simply are not going to get kinky black hair to become bone straight in an "all natural" way. What our relaxer does is gradually allow the natural curl pattern to relax. This causes the hair to be less kinky and straighter. It also makes the hair softer. Some interesting side effects of this relaxer is that you end up with less tangles, less breakage and the hair is actually strengthened and encouraged to grow by the relaxer. The relaxer also helps prevent reversion of pressed hair. The relaxer works with a cumulative effect. After the first application or two, the differences will be subtle, but noticeable. Over time, the relaxer makes the hair softer and softer. This is an excellent treatment for damaged permed hair, an aid in transition from perms to natural hair or a conditioner/detangler for natural hair. Back to top
What do I look for in a stylist to put in my relaxer?
First of all, find someone with hair you like and ask her where she gets her hair done. If she lets you touch her hair, touch it to make sure it's healthy (please ask first!). Talk to the stylist before you make an appointment. Make sure she seems professional and knows what she's doing. A bad perm is a horrible thing. You could end up with damaged hair, bald or even permanently disfigured. And, remember a perm is permanent. Mess one up and that hair is ruined permanently (until you cut it off).
Before she begins:
* She should check the condition of your hair and scalp before she begins. If your hair is weak or your scalp has any cuts, scrapes or sores, she should not do the perm. A perm on already weak hair can cause your hair to break off. A perm on a scalp that is not healthy can be absorbed into the body and cause problems.
* She should check for allergic reaction and test the perm on a strand of your hair
* She should choose a perm appropriate for your type of hair. Not all relaxers are the same. Some are more reactive (stronger) than others. The stylist should consider- whether your hair has been relaxed before (touch up or retouch), whether your hair has never been relaxed (virgin), whether your hair is colored and whether your hair is fine or coarse.
* She should protect your skin (and clothes) with a cape and or a towel
* She should protect your scalp with a jelly or thick cream
Once she begins:
* Once the stylist starts applying your perm, she should pay attention to your head and not talking on the phone, taking lunch breaks or attending to other clients. Applying a perm requires her complete attention. She should work quickly to avoid over-relaxing your hair and/or burning your skin.
* Retouches should only be done on new growth. This is a common mistake people make when putting in perms at home. I know I used to. Do not keep relaxing the ends of your hair over and over again.
* Your stylist should use a timer (and pay attention to the timer). It's always better to leave the hair a little underdone than overdone. Even with the timer, she should check your hair continuously.
After she's done:
* She should rinse your hair very well with warm water.
* She should wash your hair with a neutralizing shampoo. It's important to use a shampoo with a lower pH to neutralize the high pH of the relaxer. The reason this is important is the pH of the neutralizing shampoo stops the reaction of the lye. Using a regular shampoo will allow your hair to continue to break down beyond the point where you want it to be.
* She should rinse your hair again.
* Before it is dried, she should deep condition the hair
* She should handle your hair gently as she's drying and styling it.
Can I remove a relaxer from my hair?
If you've read this far, you probably already realize the answer is "no". Permanents are called permanent for good reason. The bonds in the hair are destroyed when the hair is relaxed. The part of the hair that has been relaxed will never be "natural" again. The only way to get rid of relaxed hair is to cut it off or wait for it to break off. Waiting for the hair to break off is not a good transition option. But, some women choose it because they are uncomfortable giving up the length they've worked hard to get. There are ways to transition from relaxed hair to natural hair. But, the relaxed hair will never be natural again.
What is my hair type?
You may ask "Why should I care?" Well, mostly you shouldn't. But, knowing your hair type will allow you talk with others and research products, styles and regimens that are best for your particular hair. There are controversies surrounding hair type methodologies that use works like kinky, nappy and other words that have less than positive connotations for some people.
What are the hair care basics?
You should picture your hair as a collection of fine fibers. You should treat it as gently as you would a fine washable silk blouse. The better you treat your hair, the easier it will be to grow and the better it will look. African hair will tend to be dryer and more prone to breakage because the structure makes it more difficult for the oils to work their way from the scalp to the ends of the hair. If you relax your hair, you've weakened the hair and reduced the ability for the scalp to naturally oil it. The points where the hair curls and twists are also points where the hair tends to break. The more of these points (as in African hair), the more the hair is prone to breakage. Also, because our hair is kinky, it tends to tangle more and pulling these tangles out can cause breakage.
* Either section the hair and plait it, tie it back or wrap it up using a scarf (we sell a mesh one specifically for this) before going to bed, this will reduce the number of tangles you have to comb out the next morning, reducing the chances of breaking your hair. We have a fairly large selection of things to wear while you're sleeping. Sleep caps
* Sleep with a satin scarf or sleep cap on your your head or with a satin pillow case. This helps avoid split ends caused by the rubbing of your hair against a "rough" cotton pillow case.
* Wash your hair no more often than every week to week and a half. More than that can dry it out.
* Comb your hair out while you're conditioning it to remove the tangles while it's wet and relatively slick.
* Oil your scalp on a regular basis with a good natural oil like shea butter. A daily moisturizer is not a bad idea.
* Do a deep conditioner or hot oil treatment once a month.
* Massage your scalp on a regular basis to promote circulation and oil production.
* Avoid overuse of products with mineral oil or petroleum. They tend to block the pores and are not readily absorbed. If your mother used Vaseline庐 on your hair, stop.
* If you exercise and sweat, rinse the salt out of your hair even if you don't wash it. Condition it afterwards with a daily leave-in conditioner.
* Always use a leave-in conditioner after washing your hair.
* Put as little heat as possible on your hair. Heat, especially combined with perms is very damaging to hair.
* Avoid alcohol based products unless you have a need for a water-free shampoo to cleanse your scalp (for example while you're waiting for your locks to lock).
* Remember that water (moisture) is your friend and get plenty- inside and out. If you used to press your hair or blow it out and learned to fear water on your hair because it would draw up, you need to get over this. Spritzing a little water on your hair every day is a good idea. Get a spray bottle and just spray it just a little.
* Eat a proper diet. Vitamins and protein are essential for proper hair growth.
* Find a style that works with your natural hair type and growth pattern. The less you work against your hair, the less stressed it will be.
* Do not relax your hair until it is bone straight. This is just asking for trouble. Why relax your hair until it has absolutely no body or curl and then put heat on it to try to get that curl back?
Some tools you should have in your kit
* A good shampoo: They will be more expensive. But, they'll use more gentle cleansers and be more concentrated. You may find they save you money in the long run. And, your hair will definitely show the difference. We offer several.
* A good acidifier (a conditioner with a low pH): Acidifying the hair adds shine and detangles.
* A good hot oil treatment or deep conditioner: We highly recommend the Saniyyah...Naturally Lemongrass Hot Oil Treatment. It is an all natural based shea butter treatment. Apply the conditioner or hot oil treatment to the hair and scalp, cover with a plastic cap and sit under a dryer for 15-20 minutes. Alternatively, you can wrap your head in a towel. Then wash the hair thoroughly. This is very important for for dry brittle hair.
* A good leave in conditioner or daily moisturizer: This is what you'll put on your hair after you've thoroughly cleaned it to continue to provide oil and moisture.
* A comb for your hair type. Don't try to drag one of those skinny toothed combs through your natural kinky or curly hair. You'll just end up pulling it out and breaking it off.
* A good boar bristle brush (use sparingly though)
* A spray bottle to mist your hair
* A scarf, cap, or wrap to wear on your head at night- or a satin pillow case (well, two)
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How do I deep condition my hair?
A good hot oil treatment or deep conditioner is essential. We recommend Saniyyah...Naturally Hot Oil Moisture Treatment, available here in the hair care section. Apply the conditioner or hot oil treatment to the hair and scalp, cover with a plastic cap and sit under a dryer for 15-20 minutes. Alternatively, you can wrap your head in a towel. Then wash the hair thoroughly. This is very important for for dry brittle hair.
Which oils should I use (and avoid)?
Oils, pomades, daily moisturizers, leave-in conditioner and creams will make the hair feel more soft and flexible. They are particularly important to be added to permed hair which has been stripped of some of its ability to oil itself. Mineral oil and petroleum use should be minimized or avoided. These products can tend to clog the pores, are not easily absorbed into the hair and attract dust. If you use products with these oils, try to use the ones that have the least amount. Generally, the further down the ingredient list, the less there will be in a product. So, try to use products where these are listed near the end.
Some natural oils to try are shea butter, jojoba oil, olive oil, and sunflower oil. We have a great selection of oils, pomades and moisturizers for every hair type and style.
Oils are best applied to wet hair to help hold in the moisture already there. Creams or leave-in conditioners can be used on days when you don't wash or wet your hair. The type of oil or cream you use in your hair is going to depend on your hair type and may take a little it of experimenting to find what works best for you. Also, the time of year and your hair's exposure to the elements will vary your routine.
How can i Fix my damaged hair? get it bold then go to a person who sells natural grass
to provide u a great lookin' soft hair
How can i Fix my damaged hair? There are a few things you can do. First you need to be very gentle with your hair right now. There is hair glue remover that you can use. Put it in your hair where the glue is and let it sit there for a half hour then try to comb it out. There is also a glue remover shampoo. If none of of those work just spary your whole head with oil shean and comb it out.
