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Hair Porosity - Tips and Tricks
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Natural hair thrives on moisture. This is why hair porosity is important. In simple terms, porosity is how hair is able to soak up and retain moisture. Knowing the type of porosity one's hair is, helps in taking better care of it to improve its health. Types of hair porosity There are basically three types of hair porosity - low, medium and high. Low porosity means the hair is unable to soak up moisture easily. This type of hair is usually very dry. Water tends to settle on the hair shaft and form water bubbles instead of penetrating. This usually happens with tight...
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Natural Hair Oils You Ought To Try
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As we’re all very well aware, most hair oils are sealants. Very few are moisturizing oils. With that being said, oils play a very important role in hair care when used right. As naturalistas, we can’t do without oils. Or can we? Here are some oils you ought to have as part of your hair regimen. Avocado Oil As the name suggests, Avocado Oil is made from avocado. If you’re looking for a light hair oil to moisturize, strengthen and repair your hair then you’re in luck. In case your hair is brittle and susceptible to breakage, you definitely should use...
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Treat Your Hair Right
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It might be too brazen to say the state of our hair is a reflection of how we treat it. Come to think of it, where’s the lie? Unless you’re experiencing post-partum shedding or alopecia, how healthy your hair is depends on how well you treat it.
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Say No to these Hair Practices
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For most of us, we want a quick fix but when it comes to hair care, there’s no quick fix. You have to put in the work. Nothing screams healthy hair than good hair practices. Once there are good hair practices, the opposite exists too.
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Has my hair stopped growing?
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Ditch your regular towel and replace it with a micro fibre towel after washing. Cotton towels pull on your hair. Detangle gently with your fingers or a wide tooth comb. You're likely to damage your hair if you don't detangle the right way. Try as much as possible to reduce using heat on your hair. If you're fond of experimenting with dyes and harsh chemicals, you might want to slow down a bit.
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