HAIRDIVA GHANA

SCALP MASSAGE BENEFITS

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 12 Jun 2014 09:20:00 +0000

A scalp massage releases tension in the forehead and scalp areas, stimulating mental function. It is also a great way to help the circulation to your scalp and can serve as one part of a total nutrition and hair care regime to keeping your hair in good shape. Giving yourself a scalp massage is easy and something you can do to relieve tension anywhere – sitting at the desk at work, sitting in a traffic jam, when watching TV, or preferably, when relaxing somewhere pleasant.

The beauty of this massage is that it can be done anywhere without the need for anything other than your fingers.

The less distractions, the better so that you can concentrate on what is happening. However, there's no harm squeezing this into the ads of a favorite show provided you press the mute button!

Place the fingers of both hands on your forehead. They should meet one another at an imaginary center line of your forehead. Rest the thumbs on your temples; they will provide support.

Apply pressure. Make the pressure firm but light, as you press, then release
Shift your fingers slightly further up your forehead nearer to the hairline and raise your thumbs with them. Repeat the press and release movement.
Keep moving this position up and onto the scalp, bit by bit, repeating the pressure/release movement. Follow the line of the Governor Vessel meridian (see "Tips"); approximately the center of your scalp.

Once you have reached the the base of your skull, return to the front. This time, position your hands about half an inch (1.27cm) either side of the mid-line of your head (in other words, this time your fingers won't be meeting but have a gap either side of the imaginary line across your forehead).

Things You Need

Comfortable place to sit
Essential oil and carrier oil for hair/scalp massage
Shampoo and towel for hair/scalp massage

Enjoy your scalp massages.

with love,

Priscilla
scillaattipoe@gmail.com
www.hairdivaghana.blogspot.com

AFTER MY BIG CHOP (NATURALISTA NOW)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 04 Jun 2014 11:05:00 +0000

hello people, i know Ive been on hibernation as my friend will say, went to school for a while, but im back. a lot of things have happened to me during these past three months, especially to my hair. lol. well i finally Big Chopped, yes lol three weeks ago and I'm loving it soo much. will upload some pictures of my Natural hair just to show you the few styles ive tried this few weeks. enjoy.

these are the styles ive tried, first picture shows the day i big chopped followed by my first twist and then i tried a twist out without gel.

with love,

Priscilla

fax:
scillaattipoe@gmail.com
www.hairdivaghana.blogspot.com

DANDRUFF (CAUSES AND TREATMENT)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 22 Mar 2014 07:44:00 +0000

A scalp condition called seborrheic dermatitis. This could also be caused by eczema, psoriasis, or, very commonly, an overgrowth of a yeastlike fungus called malassezia.

Dandruff one of the commonest scalp conditions that has to do with flaking of the skin on our scalp can be very irritating and embarrassing for most of us. most of us have been battling with this scalp condition for several years now. i personally have experience a little flaking under my scalp before. if you are battling with this condition, relax because it can be controlled if not prevented or cured.In this post I'm going to discuss some of the causes, symptoms and treatments to curtail this condition.

Get a mug of tea, chilled glass of water or a drink, relax because i have a feeling this is going to be a lengthy post but very informative. :)lol

For most of us teens and adults, dandruff symptoms are easy to spot.the basic is spotting white, oily looking flakes of dead skin that is seen in your hair and your shoulders when you comb your hair.It also comes with itchy scalp which is not soo cool. for a young woman it can be pretty embarrassing when it is severe because traces of the whitish substance can be spotted in your hair and shoulders as well.

Some of the causes of dandruff are:

Sensitivity to hair care products
Not shampooing your hair enough
A yeast-like fungus (malassezia)
Irritated, oily skin
Dry scalp

Treatment:

wash your hair with a shampoo that has tea tree oil in it frequently. Alternatively get a tea tree oil and add a few drops to your normal shampoo and use.

Apply olive oil under your scalp before shampooing and leave it to sit for about 20 minutes, then shampoo after.

Shampoo your hair with sulphate free shampoo since lauryl sulphate shampoos rips our hair off its natural oils. Example of sulphate free shampoos are hair one shampoo, Aubrey's organic shampoo, Cream of Nature Argan oil Shampoo etc

TREATMENT:

Rinse your hair with Apple Cider Vinegar it also helps to curb dandruff

Replace your shampoo with a handful of baking soda. Baking soda is used in a wide variety of ways, and is reputed to work as a natural dandruff remover.Rub a tablespoon or two of baking soda into your wet hair and scalp. Wash thoroughly after one minute.

Wash and rinse your hair, then rub plain yogurt into the scalp, and leave for 10-15 minutes.Rinse and wash again with little shampoo and dry.

Add a crushed aspirin powder to your normal shampoo and use,it is advised you leave the shampoo in your hair for about five minutes before rinsing.

I hope this post helps. good luck to fighting that irritating stuff called DANDRUFF.

with love,

Priscilla
fax:
scillaattipoe@gmail.com
www.hairdivaghana.blogspot.com

WASH DAY 15TH FEBRUARY 2014

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 11:19:00 +0000

Hey peeps, i know i have not been documenting my hair progress and regimen soo much, but trust me Ive turned a new leaf.lol so i have decided to document my wash day on Saturday. Before i begin you should all know that i have been in a protective style (weave on) for close to 5 weeks, which i took off on Saturday.

wash day started by me taking down my weave on and the braid underneath it.since I'm soo lazy when it comes to taking down any form of protective style, i had my hairdresser help me with it. after which she detangled the hair for me, but of course all these were done under my eagle eye watch.lol.

after detangling and combing in sections, my hair was put under running water after which i shampooed with Aubreys honeysuckle and rose shampoo (sulphate free) considering that was the first time using it, i think it was pretty much ok, the only bad thing is i got home only to realize my hairdresser used close to half the bottle of the shampoo, i was soo furious, how could she, aside the fact that it cost a bit much, it took a hell of a time to get that product in Ghana. hmmm. i washed my hair twice considering i hadn't in like six weeks and there might be build ups, i needed it squeaky clean.

i followed this by massaging using my Tressme deep cleansing conditioner,of course i made sure i covered all my hair from root to tips, sat down for about 20minutes then i rinsed it out . i parted my hair dry and waited for it to dry partially ,

I then applied my favorite leave in conditioner American silky straight leave in conditioner to my hair covering all the hair from root to tips. i love this leave in because of the ingredients and the smell is not irritating plus its mild too.

I did the LOC Method ( Liquid, oil and Cream ) method to lock in moisture since my hair is a transitioning hair, t means im dealing with two textures (relaxed and my new growth) which i love soo much.(dancing in my chair) so, for the liquid i used my leave in and then i mixed coconut oil, jojoba, sweet almond and some drops of vo5 Argan oil Elixir. i sprayed my hair with just enough and then massaged it in my hair and combed it.

After taking this picture i realised my hair needed some trim or call it cut, so i asked my hairdresser to cut about 2 inches and trust me i liked the results better than the picture above.
I then followed with my Elasta Qp Olive oil and mango butter moisturiser and then i combed and put my hair in a ponytail. quite a simple regimen.

well the results of my hair below, be the judge. :)

closer look at my new growth. picture above.

with love,

Priscilla
fax:
scillaattipoe@gmail.com
www.hairdivaghana.blogspot.com

FOODS THAT PROMOTE HEALTHY HAIR GROWTH

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 11 Feb 2014 11:59:00 +0000

It is very essential for us to know that healthy nutrition also contributes to the growth of our hair. that aside there are some key foods that enhances the growth rate of our hair. some of these foods are present in our daily meals whiles others are not. i will list a few of these foods and also give some of their nutritional values to the growth of our hair.

LIST OF FOODS

1. AVOCADO

2. LENTILS

3. YOGHURT

4. DRY FRUITS

5. OYSTERS (Plenty of zinc from this)

6. SALMON

7. SWEET POTATOES

8. EGGS

9. WALNUTS

10. SPINACH

The above listed are some of the foods that can promote healthy hair growth. i will elaborate more on a few of these food. their nutritional values and exactly what they do to your hair.

1. SALMON: Rich in omega 3 fatty acids and protein is known to help in healthy scalp and shinny hair.

2. EGGS: First, they’re a good source of protein and amino acids, protein’s building blocks.It is necessary for hair growth and strength.

3. SWEET POTATOES:Is high concentration of beta-carotene, thereby contributing to healthy hair growth, plus a smooth and healthy scalp.

4. WALNUTS: Walnuts have a significant amount of omega-3 fatty acids and also rich in vitamin E. Walnuts also have copper, a mineral that helps keep your natural hair color rich and lustrous.

5. SPINACH: It is rich in beta carotene, foliate, iron and vitamin C which helps keep the hair follicles healthy and scalp oils circulating.

voila, i hope this post is helpful to you. incorporate them and let me know the results. please feel free to leave a comment, suggestion,question or contributions in the comment box below.

Cheers Diva,s.

PICTURE COURTESY: laurenconrad.com

with love,

Priscilla
fax:
scillaattipoe@gmail.com
www.hairdivaghana.blogspot.com

TEA RINSING AND BENEFITS

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 04 Feb 2014 16:45:00 +0000

On an average women shed 50-100 hairs a day. it is important to note that hair shedding is different from hair breakage.
shedding is when your hair comes off with this whitish bulb like substance at the root end, breakage is different does not come with the whitish bulb like substance at the root of the hair.one of the basic things that have been discovered to reduce hair shedding is TEA, Yes normal tea that we all love to drink. tea has a lot of goodies, it contains vitamins A, B, C, D, E and K,. but of course these vitamins don't come in one tea but various ones.

TEA RINSING

Tea rinsing is simply pouring steeped tea over your hair after a wash.
it has been discovered that pouring steeped tea over your hair after washing yields results that aid in healthy hair growth.
In this post i will list some of the benefits of tea rinsing and how to do a tea rinse.

BENEFITS

> Increase hair growth from the caffeine

> Reduced shedding

> Reduce breakage

> Maintains hair color

> Strengthens hair

TYPES OF TEA'S YOU CAN USE

1.Chamomile tea
2.Nettle tea
3.Rosemary tea
4.Green Tea
5.Black Tea (high in caffeine)
6.Sage tea
7.Burdock

PROCEDURE

1. Brew 1-2 teabags hot water and allow it to cool. (For high caffeine teas stick with just 1 teabag).

2. let the tea steep and cool.

3. pour in an applicator bottle or a jug

4. Section your hair and prepare for wash.

5. shampoo your hair.

6. spray or pour the tea on your hair.

7. leave it to sit for 5-10 minutes or more if you want.

8. Rinse hair with water

9. Deep condition your hair

NB** Conditioning your hair is very important because teas leave your hair feeling dry afterwards.

Tea rinses can be done monthly or as and when you need it.

Also note that all these tea have their own benefits that they give to the hair. will do a different post on it later, since I'm feeling kind of lazy today.

with love,

Priscilla

fax:
scillaattipoe@gmail.com
www.hairdivaghana.blogspot.com

HOT OIL TREATMENT BENEFITS

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 17 Jan 2014 09:43:00 +0000

Most of us dont seem to know what Hot oil treatments and the benefits it gives to our hair, in this post i will discuss what it is, the benefits, and the whole procedure. i hope this post will be useful to us all. we should also know that some of the few saloons that know of this treatment and its benefits charge a bit for the treatment, i advice you do it yourself if you can.

This post is to give you an insight as to how adding a regular hot oil treatment to your hair routine can benefit your hair.
We all will agree that, with all the stress placed on our hair by styling, weather patterns, coloring, blow-drying, straightening ,it is only natural that all these things strips our hair of its oils and the strength of our hair. One of the best ways to put back nourishment and shine in our hair is giving it a little TLC, in the form of HOT OIL TREATMENT.

HOT OIL TREATMENT is a treatment used to give hair moisture as it gives the look of conditioned hair without having to condition every day.

THINGS YOU NEED:

Any natural oil (coconut oil, virgin olive oil, jojoba oil,etc)

A shower cap / steamer

An oil bottle / dispenser

Hot water

STEPS IN DOING HOT OIL TREATMENT:

1. Pour any oil of your choice in a bottle / dispenser

2. Place it in the hot water to warm the oil

3. Massage the warm oil in your scalp and the hair strands

4. Cover your hair with the shower cap and leave on for 20 - 30 minutes

5. Wrap your hair with a hot towel and allow it to sit for 20 minutes.

6. Wash your hair and style

NB: Alternately, place hair under a clean shower cap, processing cap, or plastic bag and either sit under a heat cap or steamer for 15-20 minutes, or just allow your body heat to nourish your hair during the treatment.

6. Wash and rinse your hair thoroughly.

BENEFITS OF THE TREATMENT:

1. Treating yourself to a hot oil treatment with coconut, olive or jojoba oil will add that extra healthy glow to your hair

2. Hot oil treatments made with natural oils protect hair and make it healthy and manageable.

3. Repair damage and maintain healthy hair.

4. Refresh dull and dry hair.

5. Condition a dry scalp.

6. Softens and moisturizes your hair.

NB: please note that you can use more than one oil, alternatively you can add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to any (See my post on carrier oils) here. carrier oil of your choice
Now that you know the benefits of hot oil treatment and how to do it, i suggest you add it to your hair care routine and enjoy luscious, silky hair and healthy hair.
This treatment should be done once a month.

Don't forget to leave a comment or any questions on how your hot oil treatment went.

Priscilla

scillaattipoe@gmail.com
www.hairdivaghana.blogspot.com

THE GREEN HOUSE EFFECT ( HAIR GROWTH TECHNIQUE )

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 10 Jan 2014 10:42:00 +0000

The Green House Effect (GHE) is described as trapping the heat from your body with a shower cup or a rubber wrap. this tecnique produces heat which helps to produce more sebum that help to feed your hair to enhance its growth rate. This method can be done between three (3) to five (5) times a week before going to bed, its an overnight method.
The three basic things you will need to do this method are

1. shower cup/ rubber wrap
2. scarf (Silk)
3. oil (of your choice)

once you've got the above mentioned things you are good to go.

1. Apply any natural oil of your choice
2. Put your hair in a pony tail , braids , twist etc
3. Cover your hair with the shower cap. please note that you can use more than one shower cap for more warmth
4. Put a scarf over the shower cap to secure it in place. you can wear a bonnet on top of it just to give you the needed warmth.
5. Remove the plastic cap and scarf the following day and allow your hair to air dry a bit and then moisturize and style.

NB: Please note that the idea is to trap in as much warmth as possible to achieve the needed result. also note that your hair should feel damp and not wet when you wake up. If your hair is relaxed and you want to maintain the hair straight please remember to star by scarfing your hair first before wearing the shower cap and top up with another scarf to keep it in place.

Now, to some the benefits of this method:

The GHE stimulates hair growth and has been proven to double and even triple the normal growth rate according to the inventor of this technique named Meeka Jael who Is the head of the social network Real Queen, she advocates the use of natural product and others who have tried it.

1. It stimulates hair growth
2. It helps keep dryness in check
3. It makes it easier to seal in moisture
4. It softens the hair and makes it manageable

” From doing the Green House Effect I’ve managed to average an inch of hair growth a month which is double the average hair growth rate which is 1/2 inch per month” Meeka Jael.

ive started this growth technique and cant wait to see the results. let me know if you have tried it and how it worked for you.
NB: IF YOU NEED ANY FURTHER CLARIFICATIONS, QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS, LET ME KNOW. You can Email or drop a comment and i will gwt back to you. cheers.

with love,

Priscilla
fax:
scillaattipoe@gmail.com
www.hairdivaghana.blogspot.com

ESSENTIAL AND CARRIER OILS FOR HAIR GROWTH

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 08 Jan 2014 12:52:00 +0000

Since essential oils and carrier oils are key in growing healthy long hair, i have decided to do this post to educate us on what they are, their uses , benefits and side effects.

NB: Please note that pregnant women should not use essential oils, High Blood Pressure,kidney problems,Hypoglycemia. please consult your doctor before using essential oils.

Essential oils are oil is a natural oil typically obtained by distillation and having the characteristic odour of the plant or other source from which it is extracted. Essential oils are used with carrier oils always.

Another type of oil for hair is called carrier oils. The oils are called carrier oils because they carry the essential oil onto the skin. Carrier oils are also known as base oil or vegetable oil they are usually derived from seeds or nuts. Carrier oils are best used as natural and unadulterated as possible.

Below are a list of some essential oils that promote hair growth

>Cedarwood Stimulates scalp and hair follicles and also used to treat hair loss and dandruff

>Peppermint it promotes hair growth by stimulating circulation of blood

>Chamomile helps scaly scalps and psoriasis and also conditions scalp

>Clary sage clarifies scalp and helps heal scalp problems such as psoriasis

>Lemon Helps balance natural scalp oils and also good for dry scalp and dandruff

>Thyme it Stimulates blood flow and also Invigorates scalp to help with hair loss

>Burdock improves scalp conditions and combat hair loss

>Tea tree is good for the treatment for dry scalp, dandruff and lice

>Lavender Helps balance natural scalp oils and scalp treatment for itchiness and dandruff

>Rosemary good for treating dandruff and also promotes hair growth

>Eucalyptus Antiseptic nature helps treat Dandruff.

**Please note that Pure essential oils have a wide range of therapeutic benefits. The method applied can effect the results you receive and for that matter no essential oil should be applied undiluted to the hair. always mix a few drops with a carrier oil.

Below are a list of some carrier oils that promote hair growth

>Coconut Oil also provides the essential proteins required for nourishing damaged hair and it softens the hair and conditions the scalp.

>Olive Oil “extra virgin” oil helps in preventing as well as curing hair loss

>Jojoba Oil , jojoba rapidly penetrates down to the scalp and hair shaft, and readily loosens, dissolves and cleans all hardened build-up under the scalp caused by products leaving the hair follicles clean to continue with their functions.

>Avocado Oil It is full of vitamins that your hair needs like vitamins A, E, D and potassium.

>Vitamin E Oil contains valuable antioxidants that help to keep the immune system up and improves circulation to all parts of the body, including the scalp

>Castor Oil nourishes hair and prevents the scalp from drying by retaining moisture.

NB: How to use both oils. 15 drops of essential oil to an ounce of carrier oil. An ounce is equal to two (2) table spoons.

Measurements/conversions (volume)
30 ml 1 fl oz 2 table spoons full
15 ml 1/2 oz 1 table spoon full
5 ml 1/6 oz 1 teaspoon
1 ml 1/30 oz 1/5 teaspoon

Now to where you can get Essential oils in Ghana.
Relish - osu near old american house
supermarkets koala, max mart osu and 37
Afro obsession. online shop

let me know if you have any questions or comments, i will be glad to help.
HAVE FUN USING YOUR ESSENTIAL AND CARRIER OILS AND LET ME KNOW HOW IT WORKS FOR YOUR HAIR.

Love

BASIC HAIR CARE TIPS 101

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 07 Jan 2014 13:55:00 +0000

As women our HAIR forms an integral part of our appearance. As the saying goes a woman's hair is her pride and glory.it is also an indication of a persons health,beauty and youth. Most women love long, natural healthy hair but think it is impossible to grow long hair in Africa. It is very possible but i must admit this is hardwork and achievable only if you pay adequate attention to the needs of your hair like you do to other parts of your body and the results will astonish you.

Most of us women leave our hair care in the hands of other people all in the name of saloons. How many of our saloons in Ghana actually give us informed professional advice on how to take care of our hair after we have left the saloons and are in our homes ? Has it occurred to us that maybe many of these "HAIRSTYLIST" don't even know a lot about what they do? How many of us take it upon ourselves to research about how to keep our hair healthy even though we claim to be literates ? if we can't take care of our own HAIR who will ? Please note that this post is not meant to discredit anybody, i just want to draw our attention to the fact that if we can't take care of our priced possession(HAIR) do you think another person can or will?
Ladies lets do well to take care of our Hair. YES WE CAN. lol :)

I have listed below a couple of hair care tips that can aid and help in your journey to a healthy long hair.

Never shampoo your hair without using a conditioner.

Trim your hair once between 6 to 7 weeks to avoid split ends and bounce up hair.

Avoid pulling back your hair tightly as this weakens the root and it breaks easily.

Stimulate circulation of blood to your hair follicles by massaging your head with oil's that contains vitamin E.

Applying pure (virgin) coconut oil helps the hair to grow faster and healthier.

Regular Deep Conditioning treatments keep your hair in good shape.

Use heat protector products when styling your hair with heat.(flat irons and hair dryers).

After shampooing and before applying a conditioner, gently blot your hair with a towel to remove excess water. This helps the conditioner to penetrate your hair and prevents it from slipping.

When De-tangling hair, be sure to use wide tooth combs to avoid hair breakage.

Do hot oil treatments at least once a week to give your hair moisture and strength.

Always cover your hair with a satin or silk scarf before bed or alternatively sleep on satin pillow cases.cotton ones rip the hair off its oils and causes static hair growth.

Use of natural products like Amla,Castor,Argan, reeta and Shikakai are beneficial to hair growth.

Remember that your basic hair care routine should consist of the following:
• Shampoo
• Conditioner
• Deep conditioner
• Protein treatment
. Hot oil treatment

Incorporate these tips in to your hair regimen and let me know how it works.
NB: IF YOU NEED ANY CLARIFICATION ON ANYTHING PLEASE LET ME KNOW BY COMMENTING AND ILL GET BACK TO YOU.

Love

GOING NATURAL WITHOUT "BREAKING HEART'S"

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 14:42:00 +0000

There are lots of people who admire NATURAL HAIR and wish or want to go natural, but are always scared of "STARTING ALLOVER AGAIN" Yes we are scared of starting from scratch, how family and friends are going to embrace our new look, whether or not it will suit us, whether we are ready or not, these and a lot of questions deter us all. well, i must say its not your fault because all most of us know concerning going natural especially from chemically relaxed or treated hair is "the big chop" what most of us don't know is that there are other options aside big chopping (cutting the relaxed hair). For the purpose of this post we are going to look at one of the safe ways to go natural from relaxed hair. this wonderful method is called TRANSITIONING. It simply means Passage from one form, state, style, or place to another. for the purposes of this post it means moving from or passage from CHEMICALLY RELAXED HAIR to NATURAL HAIR over a period of months (depending on the individual) as you grow your NATURAL HAIR. please note, it means you are automatically doing away with chemically treating (RELAXING)your hair to make way for your NEW GROWTH. Now that we are clear about what it means to transition, we will move straight to some TIPS on transitioning.

1. It is not advisable to set a time that you will rock your natural hair completely at the initial stage.it is advised that you allow yourself some time between 4 to 8 months to big chop your hair that way you would have had enough new growth to work with.

2. Find your go to hairstyle, this tip is necessary because you will be working with two different texture of hair (relaxed and natural) and if care is not taken you will loose your hair to breakage. also know that the LINE OF DEMARCATION (where the two hair textures are joined) is very fragile so you need low manipulation hairstyles to protect the hair.

3. Keep your hair MOISTURIZED at all times. Please MOISTURE MOISTURE MOISTURIZE. Note that Water is one of the basic moisturizers you can get and be sure to seal in with any OIL.Use a lot of moisturizers.

4. Always DE-TANGLE only when hair is wet and conditioned to avoid a lot of shedding and do it with a WIDE TOOTH COMB.

5. Avoid or cut down on HEAT USAGE . Instead of Blow Drying or Flat Ironing, AIR DRY your hair.

6. Gradually Cut down damaged ends. Get a trim every month or two.

These are just a few of the tips i compiled. i hope this helps you to take that bold decision to go Natural. who says you cant have it all, enjoy both of the two worlds (relaxed and natural)till you make up your mind. note that the good thing about transitioning is, you can always go back to relaxed if you change your mind before the big chop. cheers.
Love

COCONUT OIL FOR HAIR

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 12:52:00 +0000

Coconut oil is not only great for your hair but also has a lot of health benefits. for the purposes of this blog I'm going to limit the benefits of this great oil to HAIR GROWTH. Coconut oil is an edible oil extracted from the kernel or meat of matured coconuts harvested from the coconut palm. It has various applications in food and medicine. according to the coconut Research Center " The scientific name for coconut is Cocos nucifera. Early Spanish explorers called it coco, which means "monkey face" because the three indentations (eyes) on the hairy nut resembles the head and face of a monkey. Nucifera means "nut-bearing." now enough of the scientific stuff. the benefits of the oil to the growth of our hair is our main concern on this forum, so im going to jump straight to that, aside that it is the most effective hair conditioner, . Coconut oil slows down hair loss. . Coconut oil prevents hair breakage and split ends, contributing to hair length. . Coconut oil adds luster, shine and softness to the hair. .it promotes the scalp health helping it fight against problems like lice and dandruff. .it also helps with the re-growth of damaged hair. HOW TO USE COCONUT OIL FOR YOUR HAIR NB: It is advised to warm the oil before using it in anyway .it can be massaged under the scalp and then the strands of your hair as well .you can use it for your pre-shampooing to minimize damage and breakage. .it can also be mixed with Shea butter as a moisturizer for the hair .it can also be used as a sealant when doing your LOC Method .it can also be mixed with your regular shampoo for washing the hair to retain moisture. .it can also be used for your hot oil treatments. .use coconut oil after shampooing to prevent split ends. these are a few of the benefits and uses of coconut oil. incorporate this amazing oil im your hair regimen and let me know how it works for you. good luck with that fabulous hair treatment with coconut oil.

MY WASH DAY REGIMEN (21st DECEMBER)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 27 Dec 2013 13:44:00 +0000

So, as i mentioned in the earlier post i took off my protective style (kinky twist out braids) on saturday. and since my hair has been in protective style for 31 days i did a pre- shampooing with coconut oil, rosemary oil amd sweet almond oil on friday night. yes. i mixed about three table spoons of coconut oil, a table spoon full of sweet almond oil and two drops of rosemary oil. i poured the mixer in to a sray bottle and warmed in it hot water for a few minutes, after which i gradually sprayed the oil under my scalp till i got the hot oil under my whole scalp. i then massaged the oil under my scalp for five minutes then i covered my hair with a shower cup tied my hair with a satin scarf and went to bed.
On saturday wich was the wash day removed my braids. picture beneath

I shampooed my hair using TRESemme Vitamin C DEEP CLEANSING Shampoo after wish i dried my hair partially with a T shirt.

i then followed by applying TRESemme CLEANSE AND REPLENISH pro-vitamin b5 & aloe re- moisture conditioner under my scalp, i then massaged the conditioner under my scalp and making sure my strands were fully covered with the conditioner. i covered my hair with a shower cup for 20 minutes to enable the conditioner do its work well. i rinsed after 20 minutes.

I dried my hair with the T shirt. i then detangled my hair and applied my American silky straight she butter leave in conditioner.

i realized it made my hair soft an my hair loves it too. : ) . i parted my hair in to four section after combing and did a Bantu knot . i left my hair to air dry because i trying to stay away from heat for now since I'm transitioning i don't want anything to jeopardize my toe textured hair ( relaxed and the new growth) I'm 10 weeks post relaxer.

After my hair was 80% air dried i applied jojoba oil and then followed it with my Elasta Qp Olive oil and mango butter Moisturizer. hmmm ilove the smell of this moisturizer and my hair loves it too, not too oily. i then styled my hair.

Oh did i mention i did my first measurement of my new growth and almost hitting an inch hurray. I'm loving my new growth cant wait.please note: Patience is Key When Transitioning from Relaxed to Natural Hair.

Love
Scilla.

AMLA HAIR OIL FOR HAIR GROWTH

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 24 Dec 2013 12:09:00 +0000

Ever wondered why the Indian women have long silky healthy looking hair ? well guess what i just found out a little secret that i want to share with you. Ever heard of the name AMLA ? WELL IT IS A FRUIT FOUND IN INDIA IT IS ALSO CALLED THE INDIAN GOOSE BERRY. i deceded to do a little research on it so i can give my own opinion of this wonderful fruit.

Sourced from the Indian gooseberry (Emblica officinalis, a tree native to India), amla oil has long been used in Ayuverdic Medicines. Featuring a number of essential fatty acids, amla oil is thought to strengthen the hair follicles and condition the hair. Proponents also claim that amla oil can help treat dry, itchy scalp.i also found out that besides essential fatty acids, amla fruit are high in Vitamin C, flavonoids, polyphenols, and also contain water, protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals.

Now lets jump to how the Amla oil is used for the hair, it is usually used as a conditioner after shampooing, massage the oil on your scalp and leave it for at least 15 minutes and rinse off. alternatively you can also use it for your pre-poos and leave it overnight, then you can wash the hair afterward. please note that due to the strong smell of the oil, it is not adviced to use as a leave in conditioner or for styling.

Guess what , since i did not want to loose out on all the benefits this oil gives i went scouting for one and i did find one, oh no thats a lie i actually got myself two of the 200mls lol. well you cant blame me its difficult to find these things in Ghana.
i got the Dabur Amla Oil from an indian small supermarket called Sagaar supermarket Osu.
please get yours , use it as im going to use mine this saturday, then i can do a review on it.
let me know how it worked for your hair if you decide to get one. cheers to that beautiful, silky, long, healthy hair with AMLA.

It will interest you to know that because of the great benefits Amla has on the hair, some hair product companies have started coming out with Hair care ranges that are infused with Amla. some of the hair product brands are Optimum and Dark and Lovely. mORE NATURAL OILS KNOWN TO BE GREAT FOR HAIR ARE NOW BEEN INFUSED IN TO HAIR CARE PRODUCTS BY MANUFACTURERS.

Love
Scilla

MY PROTECTIVE HAIRSTYLE

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 20 Dec 2013 12:11:00 +0000

So, ive had this protective hairstyle for exactly 31 days today and im already tired. i must say i had fun with this hair style because i was sure to style it each week to give it a new groove. lol will try and post a few of the styles i rocked. so i'm taking my kinky braids off over the weekend.

but during this 31 days it might interest you to know that i did not ignore my hair because it was in a protective style. i did my usual pre-poos before washing , oh did i mention i washed twice during the 31days. i also did hot oil treatment twice and made sure i did two green house effects as well. lol i know what you are thinking. will do a detailed post on all the above mentioned regimes later.

These are just a few of the pics. will update as and when i find the pics.
love.
Scilla

GOING FROM RELAXED HAIR TO NATURAL HAIR. (TRANSITIONING)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 19 Dec 2013 16:10:00 +0000

Relaxing hair gives you six to eight weeks or so of beautifully straight and silky hair. However, the transition from relaxed hair into natural hair is tough - odd curly bits, split ends and endless breakage. Don't lose hope, since there is a recovery route. Getting back to your "natural" beauty is a beautiful thing and an interesting road to self discovery. Happy transitioning!!

LOVE
Scilla

SCIENCE OF HAIR

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 15:45:00 +0000

Hair is far more complex than it appears on the surface. We all know that it not only plays a vital role in the appearance of both men and women, but it also helps to transmit sensory information as well as create gender identification.

The Origins of Hair

By week 22, a developing fetus has all of its hair follicles formed. At this stage of life there are about 5 million hair follicles on the body. There are a total of one million on the head, with one hundred thousand of those follicles residing on the scalp. This is the largest number of hair follicles a human will ever have, since we do not generate new hair follicles anytime during the course of our lives.

Most people will notice that the density of scalp hair is reduced as they grow from childhood to adulthood. The reason: Our scalps expand as we grow.

Hair Follicles

Hair has two distinct structures - first, the follicle itself, which resides in the skin, and second, the shaft, which is what is visible above the scalp.

The hair follicle is a tunnel-like segment of the epidermis that extends down into the dermis. The structure contains several layers that all have separate functions. At the base of the follicle is the papilla, which contains capillaries, or tiny blood vessels that nourish the cells. The living part of the hair is the very bottom part surrounding the papilla, called the bulb. The cells of the bulb divide every 23 to 72 hours, remarkably faster than any other cell in the body.

Two sheaths, an inner and outer sheath, surround the follicle. These structures protect and form the growing hair shaft. The inner sheath follows the hair shaft and ends below the opening of a sebaceous (oil) gland, and sometimes an apocrine (scent) gland. The outer sheath continues all the way up to the gland. A muscle called an erector pili muscle attaches below the gland to a fibrous layer around the outer sheath. When this muscle contracts, it causes the hair to stand up which also causes the sebaceous gland to secrete oil.

The sebaceous gland is vital because it produces sebum, which conditions the hair and skin. After puberty our body produces more sebum but as we age we begin to make less sebum. Women have far less sebum production than men do as they age.

Hair Shafts

The hair shaft is made of a hard protein called keratin and is made in three layers. This protein is actually dead, so the hair that you see is not a living structure. The inner layer is the medulla. The second layer is the cortex and the outer layer is the cuticle. The cortex makes up the majority of the hair shaft. The cuticle is a tightly formed structure made of shingle-like overlapping scales. It is both the cortex and the medulla that holds the hair's pigment, giving it its color.

source from :webmd.com