How do you make african american hair grow and how do you care for it?
Q. I am a fifteen year old african american and I use to have this really pretty long hair. Then I began to wear hair weaves and my hair began to get shorter and unhealthy. If I continue to wear hair weaves but get a sew in instead of glue will that help me get my hair back? Also what is good hair care products for woman of color?
Asked by Raquel H - Mon Jan 12 21:34:34 2009 - - 3 Answers - 4 Comments

A. There is no product that can make hair grow faster. Hair follicles are cells that push out protein (which is your hair). That process can't be sped up. However, by eating a healthy diet and gently messaging your scalp when you wash our hair, you'll give your cells the best chance to remain healthy and pump out that protein!
Answered by fendergrl97 - Wed Jan 14 19:22:23 2009

What is the best hair dye for african american hair?
Q. I wear my hair natural and I've been dying and highlight it for about 3 years twice a year. Although my hair has grown the ends have been breaking. I started off using herbal essence, then switched to texture and tones for women and color, then last year i tried Feria by loreal. 5 years a go i used a rinse dye and it just ruined my towels and would wash out. What is the best hair dye and highlighting brand for african american hair?
Asked by TootsiePop - Sat Apr 4 16:40:04 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Go to the health food store and buy henna, its natural/ organic and theres alot of great reviews on youtube about and how people liked it.
Answered by creolehunny - Sat Apr 4 16:43:54 2009

What will happen if i put african american hair products in my wavy hair?
Q. If you have fine wavy, straight ,wavy or thick hair and you put african american hair products in your hair in your hair will it ruin it will it dry it up. Im not planning on putting it in my hair i just wanted to know if its bad for your hair. Products like relaxers and deep conditioning Thank you
Asked by elementflower - Sat Oct 11 14:35:14 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. A relaxer might be too strong for your hair, even a mild one. Our hair is usually thick so it takes more heat than other hair types to straighten (flat iron for example) and curl it (curling iron). It also takes a stronger chemical to permanently straighten it because of its thickness. This is compared to other hair types (caucasians/asian/hispani c, etc). I think a relaxer (a permanent chemical hair straightener) will ruin your hair and possibly make it fall out if it's too strong. It can make our hair fall out if it's not applied correctly. Even though it's very thick hair it's also the weakest of any hair type and can easily break off. Blacks need extra moisture for their hair and they need to keep it well moisturized so it doesn't… [cont.]
Answered by Joss - Sat Oct 11 18:25:35 2008

How can I make my hair grow faster; for african american hair types?
Q. My hair is medium length but, I want to try to continue to grow it instead of cutting it off. I am a female African American so, I need to know some methods on, how to help my hair grow faster and look healthier. I also use relaxer's on my hair every month to straighten it out. Please help me find some way of helping my hair grow faster!
Asked by chassybaby101 - Fri Sep 29 17:32:52 2006 - - 13 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You only need to do touch up when you relax your hair monthly. Only on the new growth. Then you need to keep moisture in your hair. Chemicals tend to dry out hair. Need to find an excellent hair dress or cream with natural herbs, vitamins in it and message your scalp at least three times a week. This will help stimulate the scalp by making the blood circulate to the hair follicles, promoting hair growth. I use Mane 'N Tail Hair products on my relax hair and it's in great shape, and has a lot of moisture. Shiny, healthily. Everyone can take prenatal vitamins and under the Black Hair Care website it says hair need moisture to grow.
Answered by LADY GEMINI - Fri Sep 29 17:55:24 2006

How can I get my African American hair to be silky with the following products:?
Q. I relax my hair, use a flat iron not everyday though, I use a really good shampoo and conditioner. And I just bought some conditioning hairdress and some hair serum. But is it better to put the hairdress on first and then the serum to the wet hair? Or vice versa? Or should I add the hair serum after I've flat ironed my hair? How do you( other African American females) make your hair silky like? Please help! Thanks!
Asked by Brown Suga babe - Wed Aug 15 16:17:38 2007 - - 5 Answers - 1 Comments

A. You do both put product on while you are flat ironing and after to style. Put more on after you're done flat ironing
Answered by y$topdo!nw@t!mdo!ng - Wed Aug 15 16:36:35 2007

Any african-american hairstylists know which home relaxer is best to use on regular african american hair?
Q. I am african american with regular chin-length hair. I wrap my hair everynight, but the crown seems to be broken off and will hardly grow. Also, I try not to use heat on my hair-is using a hooded dryer better than a blow dryer? Also, what is the best at-home relaxer and hair care line I could use? I really can't afford to go to a beautician every two weeks. However, when I did, they made my hair grow really fast. What were they putting in my hair to make it grow so fast?
Asked by msryan427 - Mon Aug 6 11:06:10 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I'm not a professional hair-stylist but I really like the "Organic Root stimulator olive oil No-Lye relaxer system" or the "Dark & Lovely No-Lye Conditioning relaxing system". You can't go wrong with those (in my opinion). I had that same problem with the crown of my head. If you keep your hair moisturized and keep your ends clips, Your hair will grow fast. Also stay clear of hairstyles that put stress on that particular spot. Wrapping is cool though. ummm I guess thats it. oh yeah hooded dryers are definently better than blow dryers. For me Ive actually started letting my hair air dry. I would wrap it with a mousse and go to sleep and the next morning it would be dry. Thats only if you have the time. Hooded dryers are the next best thing. [cont.]
Answered by juicy_cherokee07 - Mon Aug 6 11:33:43 2007

How can i find a good african american hair salon?
Q. I need to get my haircut because it is very damaged and uneven. But i dont know anyone in the area that does african american hair. Im nervous of just finding any hair salon without a reference. What should i do?
Asked by Shan - Sun Sep 9 22:37:36 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Go to the mall, church, event in the area and look around for an African American's hair you like and ask her where she goes...in fact ask several people you see and like their style...where they go...
Answered by LAURA - Sun Sep 9 22:49:58 2007

Why are some African american newborn born with straight hair?
Q. I mean If there mixed both parents are african american. Then when times comes by, there hair starts to look like african american hair. Are all new born african americans born with straight hair?
Asked by Incredible - Sun Mar 18 09:23:40 2007 - - 5 Answers - 1 Comments

A. there is no particular reason for a newborn to be born with straight hair. for starters i have a new baby girl that was born with straight hair. I myself am not mixed but not all "African Americans" have whatever you describe as "African American hair, some of us have pretty fine hair. neither is her father mixed. Not to be catty, but i felt like this question was very ignorant. Too many people see Africans as these natty haired individuals, and that is so not how everyone is. Some of us do have nice hair w/o being chemically treated.
Answered by nick nick - Sun Mar 18 19:53:06 2007

How to grow african american hair long?
Q. This is a question for my friend. My friend is african american. and her hair is very soft and just a little below her shoulders. She wants to grow long hair. She uses head and shoulders shampoo and relaxes it for occasions. Can give any tips for her hair to grow longer? she wants it right below her boobs. Oh, and she is 15 years old.
Asked by . ; - Sat Mar 27 20:43:33 2010 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Moisterize and don't use a lot of heat! I'd stop using head and shoulders. I recommend using KeraCare I love products and it's worked for me. Last year this time my hair was about the same length as hers and now its bra strap length! hope this helps!
Answered by Sydney - Sun Mar 28 02:47:40 2010

What hair oil is good for african-american hair?
Q. My hair is relaxed and I was wondering what hair oil is good to use on relaxed african american hair. In my home I have 'Softee Indian Hemp Hair & Scalp Treatment" and my sister has some Dax Coconut Oil that she uses. Are any of these good, and what would you recommend?
Asked by Charlayy - Sat Aug 1 18:46:22 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. u can also try dr.miracles it works wonders and that tingly sensation feels great, or u could try the carrot oil treatment or hair mayonnaise or african pride products and basic olive oil from the grocery store works really good to...put 1oz in ur regular conditioner and shake it up real good and after u shampoo ur hair put it in like regular conditioner and let it sit for 5Min's and then rinse thoroughly and blow dry ur hair will be looking great!!!.
Answered by unstoppable roxie - Sat Aug 1 19:03:11 2009

What is the best flat iron for African American hair?
Q. I am an african american female who recently went natural. I have fine hair. I don't want to put a relaxer in my hair because of breakage, however I do want my hair straight every now and then. What is the best flat iron to buy?
Asked by *Fierce* - Sat Aug 8 06:32:30 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I own a Chi, and love it, but I could do the sally brand. I think your bigger concern is what styling product will give you the best results. Since you're natural you'll want a silicone base styling aide to protect from humidity. I prefer mizani thermal styling serum-but that is creamy, but that have an oil serum and actually a whole line that can prep your hair for heat styling.
Answered by lapreghiera - Tue Aug 11 01:42:29 2009

Why do u think african american hair is totally different from others?
Q. im african american nd my hair is different then other...it's not silkly,curly,alot(puffy) do u think i can do something to make my hair look like others...and what
Asked by ChatterBoxx - Mon Nov 3 23:48:53 2008 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Check out a cheap beauty store, they usually have many products to make it curl or help with dryness . Oddly my hair is very course and blond and it is very different the most white people hair, yet friend tell me black hair cuts different then white hair, I have been to black beauty shop and they had a hard time With it,but I have great hair,trick is to find what to do with it! You will figure it out, I have women and men that cut hair and say the same of other ethnic groups too, it just is important for you to find someone who works well once you figure out what you like with products, find cheap stuff at drug stores too, sometimes I have used products for african amercing hair,and it was not oily enough . Mostly find a style that… [cont.]
Answered by who's sane - Tue Nov 4 00:00:18 2008

How to get silky and managable hair from a flat iron for African-American hair?
Q. I have African-American hair and when i flat iron my hair it doesnt really look silky at all. Should i use a hot comb instead or is there some kind of hair product i should apply to hair before flat ironing it so it would come out silky straight ? Also, does anyone know any hair vitamins online that can help my hair grow ?
Asked by Trang Nguyen - Thu Sep 10 15:06:56 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It's best if you use a flat iron with ceramic plates instead of metal. Metal cooks the hair from the outside in making it dry, brittle and damaged. Ceramic does the opposite. Also, I use Patene for women of color, shampoo, conditioner, leave-in conditioner, and hair mask. It works great.
Answered by onelove - Thu Sep 10 15:17:06 2009

how to stop hair breakage in african american hair?
Q. My hair is breaking really badly so I decided to use egg yolk and olive oil because ppl say it will strengthen my hair as well as give it a shine. However, I have very course hair (african american hair) and I wanted to know if that would damage it more and are there anymore tips and tricks that will stop my hair breakage?
Asked by lashawna - Mon Jul 19 12:49:55 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I don't know if your natural or relaxed. But besides stress, the way you take care of your hair can be a problem. eggs are fine but using too much protein and continue the breakage problem. If you are not using a satin cap or scarf on your hair at night, you got the 1# reason for your problem. You definitely need to use good moisturizers to get moisture in the hair. If you have split ends, you got to bite the bullet and get the bad hair trimmed so that you won't continue to have damage. You have to be willing to get the trim, remember it's only hair. Another thing that can cause breakage is detangling your hair. you must be careful. Detangle while hair is wet from tip to roots in sections. Also, watch the product you are using. … [cont.]
Answered by hopead - Mon Jul 19 19:01:37 2010

How do I make my damaged permed African American hair healthy and long again?
Q. I have damaged permed African American hair. I want to start to make it healthy. Ive started by only straightening it once a week but I need to know some good products or processes that can make my hair healthy and long again.
Asked by Vanessa N - Sun Feb 1 11:56:59 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Stop straightening your hair because you're frying it and damaging it. You can get heat damage which will make your hair break off. I do hope you've been using a good heat protectant. Find another way to ensure your hair stays silky smooth throughout the week or after washing, like roller setting it with some setting lotion. You need to completely cut the heat out of your regimin and start using rollers if you want curly hair. Learn to live with the frizz. I had frizzy relaxed hair for years because I refused to use heat after I got heat damage and my hair severely broke off. You can go to your local grocery store and buy some olive oil (extra virgin is best) and start doing hot oil treatments before you wash your hair. Also, cut down on… [cont.]
Answered by Joss - Sun Feb 1 13:45:45 2009

How do I make my permed african american hair into Curly and silky hair?
Q. I always wanted curly long hair that's not chemical treated im just wondering if theres any chemical treatment that turns recently permed african american hair into curly shiny silky looking kind of hair Btw I Will CHoose The Best Answerr that's give the best support
Asked by Stephaney - Fri Jul 23 11:57:26 2010 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. To calm it down a bit, set your hair with plastic curlers, you'll end up with uniform balance of curls. Blow dry while curling them in curlers. Take them out, and finger comb to style. Used by the best hair color models, and the fashion industry, like Victoria Secret Fashion Show Dec. 2009, America's Next Top Models and continued to be used today where salons care about pampering your hair. When you see hair on TV a hair color commercial, they're not done by curling or straightening tools. Hair that shines like that and feels like hair, not hay, has to be done by the best hair tools available w/out damaging to the hair. When you take the curlers out, finger comb to style. Tousle the hair up. or shake your hair. Niecy Nash - Dancing with… [cont.]
Answered by Sur La Mer - Fri Jul 23 12:00:05 2010

How often can you condition and cholesterol treat your hair for African American Hair?
Q. I have african american hair that is high maintenance and because of the cold weather it gets drier quicker and so I have been conditioning it to keep it moist and cholesterol treating it to keep it soft, how often can I do this without washing out my perm?
Asked by Sabrina - Mon Nov 16 15:48:05 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. 1. I'm assuming you mean relaxer and not perm. 2. You can not "wash out" a relaxer. 3. Cholesterol only mask you hair, It literally does nothing for it. It just sits on top of your hair . 4. You can condition your hair every time you wash it which should be once a week. Hope this helps!!! :-)
Answered by bri sewell - Mon Nov 16 15:57:53 2009

How do you get longer hair as an african american?
Q. i am an african american who just got a haircut and after it was over, i realized that i wanted to keep it long. i want it to be long asap, but i was told african american hair doesn't really grow fast! i need help!
Asked by MarchiiDino610 - Tue Aug 18 12:32:10 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. everyone hair grows about half a inch a month on average Black women have a harder time retaining length so it seems like the hair isn't growing fast keeping your hair moisturized and sealed with oils and wearing protective hairstyles like buns, twists braids etc. can help retain length there are numerous of videos on youtube for tips on caring for afro-textured hair and you could visit this website for numerous of tips
Answered by blaque_crystal - Thu Aug 20 15:58:08 2009

Do you have any hair product suggestions for african american hair?
Q. I am african american, and i have natural hair. Do any of you know a good hair shampoo for me or any suggestions for keeping pretty & curly locks? (not dreadlocks though) thx!
Asked by famous girl 19 - Tue Feb 5 21:44:02 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You can use Aubrey Organics shampoo. I use it and it works wonders for me. Here is the shampoo: Conditioner: It leaves my hair tangle free. You can also go on Amazon.com and get some pure jojoba oil and put some in your shampoo and conditioner so your hair will be soft and will not tangle.
Answered by Shana - Tue Feb 5 21:59:02 2008

Does anyone know good salons for african american hair in Chicago ?
Q. I'm an african american female looking for a hair salon that not only provides great styles but also places importance on healthy hair. It doesn't have to be a black salon as long as they know how to do black hair.
Asked by sweetpealsd - Sun Jan 28 11:30:32 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Pick of a copy of Sophistocate's Black Hair, they have adresses of the best salons around.
Answered by Yung Gurl - Sun Jan 28 13:11:44 2007

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