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Shampooing can be very damaging to your hair. According to Dr. Ali Syed, a shampoo with a pH level higher than 5.5 will cause an imbalance in the pH level of the hair and "rough- up" the cuticle layer. It will also strip the hair of it's natural oils. A stripped, rough cuticle layer sets the stage for combing and styling damage.

The cuticle layer, which tightly binds the fibers of the cortex layer and accounts for much of the hair's strength, can be dissolved by shampoo detergents to some extent. High pH detergents and products break down the cuticle layers of the hair shaft, therefore, exposing the hair cortex (hence a damaged weakened hair shaft). Coconut oil has a high affinity for the proteins in the hair, meaning it's great for preventing protein loss (cuticle chipping, damaging/abrasion due to washing and wet combing). Once you apply it to your hair, it prevents the constant swelling and shrinking which means less stress on the hair shaft.

Tips from Dr. Ali Syed:

• Cleanse only with high-quality conditioning/ detangling shampoos, formulated especially for excessively curly hair. Make sure that the pH of the shampoo is properly balanced, within the range of 4.5 and 5.56.5. Avoid harsh detergent formulas (those in the alkyl sulfates group, such as sodium lauryl sulfate) that strip the hair of its natural oils.

• While shampooing, try not to tangle the hair. Massage the shampoo into a rich lather throughout the hair and scalp, using the pads of your finger tips, not your fingernails. Be sure to rinse the hair thoroughly to remove all traces of shampoo.


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This video will demonstrate how I speed up my air drying time with the help of blow drying on cool air. This method helps to close the hair cuticles and leave the hair shiny.

What I did:

1. Deep Conditioned on Dry Hair with Creme of Nature Nourishing and Strengthening Treatment with EVOO (Extra Virgin Olive Oil) and Honey for 20-30mins with heat.
2. Co-washed with Aussie Moist Conditioner
3. Sprayed S-Curl No Drip Activator as a Leave-In Conditioner

Enjoy!!



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In the world of all things hair, there seems to be a huge discrepancy where eggs are concerned. Those who experience dry damaged hair, tend to look for a way out, the natural remedy of using eggs normally comes to mind.

Eggs are commonly known to strengthen the hair, stop breakage, make the soft, shiny and thick! First hand, many of us have experienced these benefits while at the same time, some have not. Some state that egg does nothing for their hair, it just coats their strands and never stops the breakage, in comparison to store bought conditioners. At the same one, one must remember that everyone's hair is different!

Throughout my journey, I've come across information which allows me to believe that there are 2 distinct sides to this whole matter. Here are the most common arguments for and against egg as a treatment for hair:

Arguments For Egg:

- Contains a lot of protein and conditions the hair
- Strengthens the hair
- Increases thickness
- It's natural
- Rich in Vitamin A, D and E (vitamin A helps in the production of sebum which works to cure dandruff, vitamin E helps increase the absorption of oxygen and vitamin D helps promote hair growth)
- The yolk makes the hair glossy/shiny

Arguments Against Egg:

- It's meant to go in us, not on us.
- Doesn't contain hydrolyzed or quanternized proteins (small enough to penetrate hair, less than 2500MW).
- Egg protein molecules are too large to repair/change/penetrate the hair.
- Doesn't change the condition of the hair - just coats the hair strand.
- natural/unprocessed proteins have a negative charge, hair has a negative charge as well, therefore there's no natural attraction to adhere to the hair.
- No lasting effect.

Is the source of the protein not as important as the size of the protein particle and its ability to enter and remain inside the hair shaft?

What side are you on?

Are you "For" or "Against" Egg as an effective protein treatment?

Your thoughts/comments/suggestions are welcome!

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