One of the most difficult types of hair to deal with would be of African-American descent. Compared to the hair of Caucasians and Asians, black hair is more brittle, dryer, coarser and curlier. It is because of genetics that handling hair of blacks is a tricky task. However, with the proper black hair care tips, this task can be easily taken care of.
If you are often stressed, this should immediately be attended to. Your nerves and muscles contract whenever you are stressed, the same thing happens to your hair. Not only will it fall out faster but the growth of gray hair becomes more apparent. The solution to this would be to live a healthy lifestyle. Try to go for a massage every now and then. This allows the oil production to increase, which reduces dryness of hair.
Shower everyday but you do not need to shampoo daily. Since African-American hair is dryer than others, shampooing everyday allows you to remove the oils that form from your hair. If you are an active person who enjoys the outdoors and tends to sweat a lot, you have to rinse out your hair. You can use a mild shampoo if you feel the need to do so.
Another black hair care tip would be to lessen to usage of hot items. Instead of using hot water just use to warm to prevent any irritation or drying of the scalp. Do not be inclined to using blow dryers to much because they can kill the roots of your hair that will lead to your hair falling out. To dry your hair, do not rub in different directions, instead blot out the water.
When combing your hair, specifically wet hair, use a wide-tooth comb to section and detangle. Reserve the brush for dry hair and for producing oils to make hair shiny. The best time to comb your hair is when it is dry since hair is said to be weak when it is wet. However, you can also do it after blotting the excess water from your hair after a shower. The moistness allows the comb to slide through the hair easily.
These are a few black hair care tips that will make your hair grow out naturally and beautifully. Always be cautious of what you do to your hair. If you aren’t sure about what to do consult a stylist and ask what type of things should be done to achieve natural and beautiful hair.
Dedicated To Your Healthy Hair,
Juliette Samuel,
Esthetician/Publisher
NYRAJU Skin Care – Providers of Natural Skin and Hair Care Products for the African American Market