Types of Hair Relaxers

Chemical hair relaxers are generally used by black women to straighten hair. There are 3 main types of hair relaxers - sodium hydroxide, guanidine hydroxide and ammonium thioglycolate. The first two relaxers may or may not need pre-shampooing; the last one may need a pre-shampooing.

- Sodium hydroxide (often called the lye relaxer) is the strongest and will give the most impressive results. However, it should only be used on coarse, extremely curly hair styles.

May 19, 2007 | Filed Under Hair Tips | 0 Comments

Tips for Damaged Hair

Help for damaged hair includes good nutrition, minimal stress and good grooming habits.

You hair will lose its shine if it is submitted to repeated bleaching, dyeing, perming and straightening. These tips will help protect your hair from damage. They are not some expert insider secrets but common advice that will keep your hair looking beautiful:

- Moisture is very important, especially if you have long hair. Using leave-in conditioner will help keep your hair full of life. This is critical during the winter months because cold weather can disrupt the moisture balance of the scalp.

May 14, 2007 | Filed Under Hair Tips | 0 Comments

Summer Hair Cuts

Summer hair is something women care about. Every woman wants to look beautiful on her summer vacation.

According to a survey 34% of women claim that dryness is their chief concern for summer haircuts. Next come frizz, breakage, sun lightening and chlorine damage.

May 12, 2007 | Filed Under Hair Tips | 0 Comments

Trendy Hair Styles

Here are some trendy hair styles that are in fashion at the moment. These hairstyles are trendy fashion in the Big Apple.

- Straight hair is popular again. A good example is Reese Witherspoon at the Oscars.

May 6, 2007 | Filed Under Hair Tips | 0 Comments

Haircuts for Fine Hair

Finding great haircuts for fine hair can be a bit of a challenge. Here are some fine hair tips that will complement your fashion.

Fine hair typically needs body; a good, layered haircut, such as new pixie style, adds some body to fine hair. Layers bring movement and minimize the flat look.

May 1, 2007 | Filed Under Hair Tips | 0 Comments

How to Remove Chlorine From Hair

Home fix for chlorine hair:

Chlorine can be removed with apple cider vinegar. Rinse medium length hair with approximately eight oz of apple cider vinegar.

Here is another chlorine removal formula: Add a small amount of ketchup to your shampoo and wash your hair. In case you have tougher green stains, add the tomato paste directly to your hair. Cover hair with a shower cap for 8-10 minutes.

April 28, 2007 | Filed Under Hair Tips | 0 Comments