My First Impression With Coconut Oil

You’ve probably heard that applying coconut oil on hair improves hair health. I’ve heard it many times from a variety of people so I went ahead and researched what coconut oil really does and how to use it.

According to Rose Kivi from Livestrong, coconut oil is abundant in fatty acids that give the scalp and hair moisture. Coconut oil can fight frizz, eliminate dandruff, prevent lice, and can promote hair growth. In addition, applying coconut oil can give hair a thicker and fuller look because it nourishes the scalp. The top reason why I decided to try this home remedy is because I wanted to make my hair thicker. I have long, thin Asian hair so I was

Should You Buy Organic Shampoo?

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Many of us have probably been told to use shampoo with natural ingredients. Some of us are steered away from using chemical-based shampoos because chemicals are often viewed as negative and unhealthy. Most people buy chemical-based shampoos because they tend to be cheaper and last longer. However, to achieve a beautiful and healthier look for your hair, consider using organic or natural shampoos.

Juju Salon is a salon that sells all natural and organic shampoos as well has hair care services. Juju Salon posted pros and cons of using chemical-based shampoos and organic shampoos on their website to share with their viewers. The post points out that the main reasons why people would choose chemical-based shampoos over

How a Perm Can Damage Your Hair

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Some of us hate our straight hair or curly hair so we spend tons of money to get it permed to our liking. Perming our hair can make our hair curly or straight for a couple of months and then we go into the salon to get it retouched. However, have you noticed how dry and frizzy hair becomes when perms start fading away? Well, that is because perming hair can severely damage your beautiful locks.

Oils That Are Best For Your Hair Type

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You’ve probably heard that applying certain oils onto your hair will benefit your hair because it provides moisture and strength. Barbara Gonzalez from Cosmopolitan, states that oils are rich in fatty acids that are “great for healing split ends, sealing moisture, and detangling.” But what oils should you really focus on when applying them to your hair? Or, what oils should you look for when buying shampoo products?

Use Heat Protectant Sprays

If you can’t get away from straightening, curling, or blow-drying your hair, use a heat protectant spray before you style or blow dry to reduce the severity of damage. Any type of heat application on the hair will damage the hair but applying a heat protectant spray can help increase the longevity of the health within the hair when using heat-styling tools frequently.

 

So, how does heat protectant sprays work?

How Often Should You Trim Your Hair?

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Some of us cannot bear to even think about trimming hair, especially if long hair is desired. I am one of those people who admire long hair and do not like the thought of scissors being anywhere near my hair. However, I realized that I cannot go on forever without cutting my hair. For those who are striving for long hair, trimming hair regularly will actually help hair grow longer and stronger, faster.

Should You Wrap Your Hair in a Towel?

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We have seen women wrap their hair in a towel after they shower in movies, TV shows, and in real life. Some of us may do it, too. I use to wrap my hair in a towel until I figured out that it was pulling my hair too much and tangling it. Wrapping wet hair in a towel does dry the hair more quick and prevents wet hair from getting in the way of daily routines. Some people prefer a towel instead of a hair dryer but using a towel can actually damage your hair.

How to Avoid Frizzy Hair

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Tired of your frizzy hair? Wonder why your hair is just not as smooth as you want it to be? Frizzy hair can be very unappealing to some people, especially for those who have curly or wavy hair. Hair becomes frizzy when it is exposed to high humidity and or not having enough moisture.

Carly Cardellino from Cosmopolitan spoke with celebrity hairstylist Mark Townsend about ways to combat frizzy hair. Here are some easy tips to fight your frizz:

The Proper Way To Wash Hair

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You may think washing hair is simple – apply shampoo, rinse, apply conditioner, rinse, and then done. As simply as it sounds, there are correct ways to apply shampoo and conditioner on hair so that you are not damaging your hair and boosting its health and appearance.

Wendy Rodewald from StyleCastor, spoke with hair professionals and stylist from New York to gather information about the right way to wash hair;

Step 1: Rinse first

Rinse hair until it is thoroughly wet before you apply any products so that the shampoo can easily be applied. Rinsing with hot water will remove dirt and product from the hair and warm water “loosens the oils through the scalp and opens the cuticle so it is able to absorb the oil.”

How Often Should You Wash Your Hair?

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Some of us wash our hair every day, and some of us don’t. We want to keep our hair smelling nice and looking oil-free all the time but is there such a thing as shampooing too much? Well, the amount of times that hair should be washed really depends on personal preference.

Jenna Birch from WebMD spoke with professional hair stylist and founder of Drybar, Alli Webb, about how often hair should be shampooed. Webb informs that it is OK to go a few