#Haircare

[captivatingcherub]

soft girl summer 🪽🫧🤍

[honeytonedhottie]

summertime beauty routines⋆.ೃ࿔*:･👙

since we are now in the hotter seasons of the year i wanna share some routines, tips and regimens to stay fresh all summer 🍹

SUMMER SKINCARE AND HAIRCARE ;

during the warmer months i transition from a thicker moisturizer to a moisturizer with a gel formula, otherwise the pores of the skin would get clogged. the gel moisturizer would feel rly light on ur skin whereas the thicker moisturizer would just feel too heavy.

when u go swimming whether thats at the beach or the pool, leave in products are the way to GO. bring a leave in conditioner to apply onto your hair after a swim to make sure that ur hair is protected from the salt/chlorine and the sun.

SUMMER SCENT RECOMMENDATIONS ;

when looking for summer scents i gravitate towards more fruity scents for daytime events. and for evening or night events i gravitate towards muskier, more shimmery scents. a fragrance that i recommend for the summer is sol de janeiro rio radiance.

some body products that i recommend for the summer are the watermelon and coconut scented tree hut scrubs. the maui hair products. cabana girl body wash from philosophy. the bum bum body scrub.

STAYING FRESH ;

keep ur body hair trimmed or dont keep it at all bcuz hair traps odor and in order to stay fresh during the summertime, where we r always sweating. hair control/elimination = odor control/elimination.

use glycolic acid on ur armpits at night and use it on ur body in the day time. glycolic acid helps with strawberry legs too, not only odor. essentially its like a toner but for ur body skin. it goes before lotion.

last but not least dont forget to stay hydrated and apply ur SPF and smile

[edrinasblog]

Kate Moss for Chloé ss 1998

[femmefatalevibe]

Femme Fatale Guide: Healthy Habits To Look & Feel Your Best Without Restriction or Unrealistic Routines

Realistic ways to maintain a healthy life/body/appearance (size and weight are all personal, not the most important metric – for certain). No diet culture or delulu-land tips here.

What I've done to maintain my 30-pound weight loss for over a decade, glowing clear skin (no pimples or discoloration, etc.), and super healthy, full & shiny hair, still living life and enjoying it – the mindful way.

Eat home-cooked meals & (plant-based) whole foods – 90-95% of the time

Incorporate at least 1 salad into my daily routine (either a large, hearty lunch salad or a simple green salad as a starter with dinner)

Include at least 1 fruit/vegetable in every meal or snack

Never restrict food groups – whole grains/potatoes, healthy fats, protein-rich plant foods, and produce are all essential to consume every day

Focus on meals, but have whole food snack options on hand to enjoy if genuinely hungry (mainly fruit, lupini beans, edamame, carrots/celery/cucumber with hummus, plain popcorn, handful of almonds/cashews)

Have breakfast after one coffee (before a second) and have dinner late enough (8-9:30 pm) to curb late-night hunger

Only have fruit and tea after dinner; Always stop consuming food at least 3 hours before bed for better sleep/digestion

Order whatever I want when going out to eat, but split dessert

Have at least one indulgent meal/dessert per week

No sugary cocktails – wine, champagne/prosecco, martinis, gin & tonic, margarita, French Connection, Sambuca, Grappa, tequila on the rocks, etc. are great options. Bellinis/fruit plus wine/spirits cocktails are a good middle ground. Sugary drinks worsen the hangover – big-time

Perceive healthy eating as a form of enjoyment, creativity, and nourishment, not restriction or deprivation (it's not if done liberally enough)

Consume a vitamin B12 and vitamin D supplement daily. Keep digestive enzymes on hand for when they're necessary

Always have a large glass of water first thing in the morning (before coffee) and by my side all day long

No soda, juices, sugary drinks, etc. Black coffee, tea, and water only on the daily – wine and no-sugar alcoholic drinks on rare occasions. Smoothies can be a great snack or breakfast, though!

Incorporate an (almost) daily walk into my schedule as a form of exercise and a mental health reset (I aim for 4-5 miles/10Kish steps per day on average)

Do short, low-impact strengthen training exercises 3x a week (15-30 mins each usually) for bone health & toning

Never forcing myself to do strenuous exercise/workout formally in a gym – it's not for me; it doesn't make me feel/look better and throws my hunger & energy levels way off. To each their own, though

Have a variety of playlists ready to go for waking up, working, dancing, walking/workouts, doing chores, and reading/relaxing

Internalizing that sexual health is a core aspect of your health & well-being – on all counts

Maintaining a simple skincare routine 2x per week with high-quality products and a couple of weekly treatments

Prioritizing my body care routine with as much as my facial skincare routine

Wearing at least SPF 30 daily

Exfoliating 2-3x per week

Learning what hair products work for my hair type; Using a deep conditioning mask and a scalp mask weekly

Using only cold water when washing my hair

Incorporating face & body massages into my weekly at-home routine

Using Uriage lip balm, hand cream, and deodorant religiously

Flossing 1-2 times a day/using an electric toothbrush

[deepestdelulu]

How I grew my hair to hip length

I think I'm at a point in my hair journey where I'm pretty close to archiving "perfect hair", so if you're looking for some tips, you've come to the right person. <3

My Routine:

I wash my hair every two days. I have straight brunette hair, so it's pretty obvious when it starts to get oily, but I've learned that training your scalp is BS, so just wash it when you feel like it's necessary!!

Hair oiling. I use Amla Oil once a week; I apply it to my scalp and massage it throughout my hair. I only oil once a week because I have to double cleanse my hair after each time, and it's annoying lol

Olaplex. Olaplex was a game-changer for me; I listed my products down below!! Only use Olaplaex when your hair feels dry or damaged tho!!

Protective hairstyles for the night. I ALWAYS sleep with two Dutch braids, I've tried my hairstyles, and this one has been my favourite!!

I don't use heat. The only thing I do is blow-dry my hair when it's already like 80% dry!! Letting your hair air dry completely can make it oily. :)

Trimming your ends. I Trim my hair every 3 months by myself. Invest in a good pair of haircutting scissors; it's so worth it!!

Products I use:

Lush. I've tried many things, but the 'Fairly traded honey' shampoo and the 'American Cream' conditioner are my all-time favourites!!

Olaplex. Nº.6 Bond Smoother 1x every week, Nº.7 Bonding Oil 1x every two weeks, Nº.4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo 1x every 4-6 weeks.

Moroccan oil. Moroccanoil Treatment Light like 1-2x a week.

Other stuff I use: tangle teezer wet detangler, silk scrunchies, Dyson Blowdryer, silk pillowcase.

Simple Do's and Don'ts:

Eat more protein

Take collagen subelements

Try overnight hairstyles like 'overnight curls' to avoid using heat

Don't dye or bleach your hair

Don't use heat or styling tools

Never sleep with wet or damp hair

Some more secrets and weird stuff:

When I'm bored I trim my split ends one by one lol don't ask

I would rather eat rat poison than use a curling iron or cheap shampoo

If I have to sleep without my silk pillowcase I will definitely cry

I'm terrified of regular hair ties

braid your hair when it's windy and you have to leave the house!!

Brush and braid your hair with good intentions… again… DON'T ASK!! >:(

As always, please feel free to share your own suggestions, glow-up tips and further questions in the comments! <3

✩‧₊*:・love ya ･:*₊‧✩

[malusokay]

How I grew my hair to hip length

I think I'm at a point in my hair journey where I'm pretty close to archiving "perfect hair", so if you're looking for some tips, you've come to the right person. <3

My Routine:

I wash my hair every two days. I have straight brunette hair, so it's pretty obvious when it starts to get oily, but I've learned that training your scalp is BS, so just wash it when you feel like it's necessary!!

Hair oiling. I use Amla Oil once a week; I apply it to my scalp and massage it throughout my hair. I only oil once a week because I have to double cleanse my hair after each time, and it's annoying lol

Olaplex. Olaplex was a game-changer for me; I listed my products down below!! Only use Olaplaex when your hair feels dry or damaged tho!!

Protective hairstyles for the night. I ALWAYS sleep with two Dutch braids, I've tried my hairstyles, and this one has been my favourite!!

I don't use heat. The only thing I do is blow-dry my hair when it's already like 80% dry!! Letting your hair air dry completely can make it oily. :)

Trimming your ends. I Trim my hair every 3 months by myself. Invest in a good pair of haircutting scissors; it's so worth it!!

Products I use:

Lush. I've tried many things, but the 'Fairly traded honey' shampoo and the 'American Cream' conditioner are my all-time favourites!!

Olaplex. Nº.6 Bond Smoother 1x every week, Nº.7 Bonding Oil 1x every two weeks, Nº.4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo 1x every 4-6 weeks.

Moroccan oil. Moroccanoil Treatment Light like 1-2x a week.

Other stuff I use: tangle teezer wet detangler, silk scrunchies, Dyson Blowdryer, silk pillowcase.

Simple Do's and Don'ts:

Eat more protein

Take collagen subelements

Try overnight hairstyles like 'overnight curls' to avoid using heat

Don't dye or bleach your hair

Don't use heat or styling tools

Never sleep with wet or damp hair

Some more secrets and weird stuff:

When I'm bored I trim my split ends one by one lol don't ask

I would rather eat rat poison than use a curling iron or cheap shampoo

If I have to sleep without my silk pillowcase I will definitely cry

I'm terrified of regular hair ties

braid your hair when it's windy and you have to leave the house!!

Brush and braid your hair with good intentions… again… DON'T ASK!! >:(

As always, please feel free to share your own suggestions, glow-up tips and further questions in the comments! <3

✩‧₊*:・love ya ･:*₊‧✩

[kakao-lovey]

۶ৎ Haircare priority No. 1: preventing damage

Preventing damage to your scalp and hair follicles is unarguably the most essential part of haircare, and is often overlooked by the very same people that use endless expensive treatments. It does not matter how good your genes are, or how many products you use: if you damage your hair, it will look dull, straw-like, frizzy and discoloured. Note: unfortunately, some of us have bad hair genes, and it can predispose you to dryness, split-ends or oiliness that affects the look NO MATTER how good you take care of it. But, taking measures to protect your hair will almost always make it look much better in the long run, if not perfect. Note No. 2: I am as white as white gets. Wasabi is too spicy for me. My experienced is based on blonde 1b hair, and although these tips are backed by science, some might vary in applicability.

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What not to do

Heat-styling: lovies, if you heat-style your hair, PLEASE try out heatless curls (If you're curling) or AT LEAST use a high-quality heat protectant spray. Heat damage breaks down proteins in the cortex of your hair, which leads to easy breaking, splitting and stiffness. It can also separate the outer cuticle from your hair strand, and that's what makes heat-damaged hair so dry and dull.

Using the hot air to blow-dry: Same principle. Additionally, if you blow-dry until your hair is 100% dry, that means you are actually sucking the moisture out of it.

Air-drying: your hair can absorb up to 30% of it's weight in water, and the longer it has to hold in that water, the more damage there is to the cortex.

Excessive sun exposure: you can get a sunburn on your scalp, actually. Plus, the heat thing comes up again.

Sulphate shampoos: here's the deal. MOST people are OK with sulphate shampoos, and the supposed damage is widely exaggerated, IF you wash your hair as often as you should. If you have to wash every day (For whatever reason), opt for sulphate-free, and use a clarifying shampoo weekly. It is incredibly difficult to find a sulphate-free shampoo that actually works on oily hair, so if your regular one works, stick with it.

Washing too frequently: everyone's hair is different, but every one or two days is excessive. I have the oiliest hair on Earth, but I wash once or twice a week, and I'm fine because my scalp got used to not having to overcompensate for loss of normal sebum.

Scalp-picking: I am guilty as charged. I don't think I even need to explain why this is bad.

Sleeping with wet hair: put your food down, lovies, because your scalp can actually grow mould in those warm, wet conditions. On top of that, you're adding friction to the already sensitive hair strands that are drenched with water.

Friction: last one, I promise. Rubbing your hair harshly with your towel is about the worst thing you can do, and that hair turban thing they do at spas has to come second.

────୨ৎ──── What you should do

Blow-dry your hair with cool air: most hairdryers have this setting. The cooler, the better (Even though it takes longer).

Styling with heatless curls

Squeezing and patting your hair dry gently with a cotton towel (Or old shirt, works just as well)

Wearing a high-duty hair sunscreen or a hat when outside for long periods of time: better yet, choose a hat with a silk lining to minimise friction.

Non-sulphate, fragrance-free shampoos: hard to come by, but real gold for your hair.

Washing only a handful of times a week

Getting a fidget toy to keep your hands busy and away from your scalp: I recommend infinity cubes or stress balls.

Using a silk scarf under your religious hair covering, if you wear one

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If you take any of these tips to heart, please let me know by interacting with this post so I can make more haircare-related content. Between high-school and chronic illness, I don't have an overload of free time, but I always make it work!

[thegirlingold]

The Golden Guide to haircare

Having good hair elevates your appearance so so much. It doesn't matter wether its short or long, it matters if your hair is healthy. Healthy hair is beautiful and it gives you such a big boost of confidence. If your hair doesn't meet your standards or is not as healthy as you want it to be, your haircare routine most likely doesn't suit you. If thats your case, heres my guide to everything haircare.

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Cleansing: How to Wash Your Hair Properly

♡ Use a sulfate-free shampoo (especially if you have dry or curly hair) ♡ Wash 2-3 times a week (oily hair may need more, dry hair less) ♡ Focus on the scalp while shampooing, not the lengths (shampoo removes oil buildup) ♡ Use lukewarm or cool water to avoid stripping moisture

✨ Tip: If you use a lot of styling products, do a clarifying shampoo once a month to remove buildup.

Conditioning: Lock in Moisture & Smooth Hair

♡ Always apply conditioner after shampooing to keep hair soft ♡ Focus conditioner on mid-lengths to ends (avoid the scalp if you get oily hair) ♡ Leave it on for 2-5 minutes before rinsing ♡ Use a deep conditioning mask once a week for extra hydration

✨ Tip: If you have high porosity hair, seal in moisture with a leave-in conditioner or hair oil.

Hair Brushing & Detangling

♡ Use a wide-tooth comb on wet hair to prevent breakage ♡ Detangle gently from ends to roots ♡ Curly/wavy hair: Use a wide-tooth comb instead of a brush ♡ Straight hair: Use a paddle brush for a smooth look

✨ Tip: Avoid brushing hair when it’s soaking wet—it’s more fragile and prone to breakage.

Hair Trims & Split-End Care

♡ Trim every 8-12 weeks to prevent split ends and maintain healthy hair ♡ If you notice frizzy or rough ends, it’s time for a trim

✨ Tip: If you want to grow your hair longer, get small trims instead of big cuts.

Moisturising & Protecting Hair

♡ Use a leave-in conditioner or lightweight oil (argan, almond, avocado) to prevent dryness ♡ Apply a heat protectant before using hot tools (straighteners, curlers, blow dryers) ♡ Air dry when possible to reduce heat damage

✨ Tip: Sleeping on a silk or satin pillowcase helps reduce frizz and breakage.

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Hair Porosity

Hair porosity refers to the ability of your hair to absorb and retain moisture. It is very important to know your hairs porosity so that you can learn which hair oils suit you best.

Okay but how do you know your hair porosity? Well, there is a very simple test which you can do at home. All you need is a strand of your hair and a glass of water. Just drop that strand of hair into the glass of water and see how low it sinks. Thats all!

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Hair Oiling

Hair oiling is an ancient Indian haircare ritual which helps lock in moisture. There are other benefits based on the oil your using, and you can even mix some to create your own blend for your hair concerns.

Now that you know your hair porosity, you can find hair oils that suit you!

Low porosity

Lightweight oils that won’t sit on the hair but instead penetrate the strands easily.

♡ jojoba oil

Mimics natural scalp oils, making it great for balancing moisture

Lightweight and non-greasy

Helps with dandruff and dry scalp

Strengthens hair and prevents breakage

♡ Argan oil

Rich in Vitamin E and antioxidants, protects hair from damage

Adds shine and smoothness without weighing hair down

Helps control frizz and flyaways

Provides light hydration without buildup

♡ Avocado oil

Deeply penetrates the hair shaft to nourish and strengthen strands

Contains fatty acids and vitamins A, D, and E for scalp health

Protects against heat damage and UV exposure

Reduces dryness and split ends

♡ Almond oil

Rich in magnesium, reduces hair breakage and strengthens strands

Moisturises dry scalp and helps with dandruff

Adds softness and shine

Helps prevent hair loss by nourishing hair follicles

Medium porosity

Balanced oils that offer moisture and protection without being too heavy.

♡ Black seed oil

Promotes hair growth by strengthening follicles

Antibacterial and anti-fungal properties help with scalp health

Reduces dandruff and flakiness

Protects against premature greying

♡ Grapeseed oil

Lightweight

Strengthens weak hair and prevents split ends

High in antioxidants that protect hair from environmental damage

Helps with hair growth by improving blood circulation in the scalp

♡ Neem oil

Antibacterial and antifungal, great for dandruff and scalp infections

Strengthens hair and reduces thinning

Controls frizz and smooths dry, damaged hair

Stimulates hair growth by improving scalp health

♡ Rosehip oil

Rich in essential fatty acids, deeply nourishes hair and scalp

Helps repair damaged hair and split ends

Boosts shine and elasticity

Promotes scalp health by reducing inflammation

High porosity

Thicker, heavier oils that seal moisture and prevent dryness.

♡ Castor oil

Thick and deeply moisturising, seals in hydration for dry hair

Promotes hair growth and thickness

Antimicrobial properties help with scalp infections

Reduces breakage and protects against split ends

♡ Coconut oil

Penetrates deep into the hair shaft, preventing protein loss

Strengthens hair and reduces split ends

Helps with dandruff and scalp hydration

Acts as a natural heat protectant

♡ Olive oil

Rich in antioxidants and vitamins that nourish hair

Helps smooth frizz and adds shine

Softens hair and protects against breakage

Moisturises the scalp and reduces dandruff

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Use a scalp scrubber

Scalp scrubbers (also called scalp brushes or massagers) are handheld tools with soft silicone bristles designed to exfoliate and stimulate the scalp.

How to Use a Scalp Scrubber Properly

In the Shower: Apply shampoo and use the scrubber in gentle, circular motions across your scalp. Rinse thoroughly.

On Dry Hair: Use it as a dry massage tool before washing your hair to stimulate the scalp.

With Oils or Treatments: Massage in hair oils or serums to help with absorption.

They offer several benefits for hair and scalp health:

Gently exfoliates dead skin cells, reducing flakes and dandruff

Helps remove product buildup (e.g., oils, dry shampoo, styling products)

Prevents clogged hair follicles, which can lead to scalp issues

Increases blood flow to the scalp, delivering more oxygen and nutrients to hair follicles

Helps promote healthy hair growth by stimulating the roots

Can reduce hair thinning over time by keeping follicles healthy

Helps distribute shampoo evenly across the scalp

Lifts dirt and excess oil more effectively than fingers alone

Removes excess sebum that can cause greasy hair

Gently massages the scalp, soothing itchiness and irritation

Can help balance oil production, especially for oily scalps

Helps reduce stress and tension (which can also contribute to hair loss)

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Avoid These Haircare Mistakes

Over-washing (strips natural oils)

Using too much heat (causes breakage)

Towel-drying roughly (causes frizz & split ends)

Ignoring your scalp (healthy scalp = healthy hair)

I hope this haircare guide helps!

xoxo,

The Girl In Gold

[thatssosussex]

The Duchess of Sussex attended the Highbrow Hippie Launch Party at the Gjelina restaurant in Venice, California (11/14/24). Celebrating her close friend and hair colorist Kadi Lee’s new Haircare and Wellness range (of which Meghan is one of the lead investors), she posed for photos with Lee and her longtime hairstylist Serge Normant, who styled Meghan’s hair for her 2018 wedding to Prince Harry.⁣

[femmefatalevibe]

Femme Fatale Guide: Purse Essentials For Day & Night (or Any Activity In Between)

Daytime Handbag Essentials:

Keys

Wallet/cardholder (ID[s], credit/debit cards, spare cash – enough for an emergency cab/train ticket, a bottle of water, and a cheap snack plus a little extra is my formula)

Phone/phone charger

Airpods/headphones

Mini sunscreen

Hand lotion

Floss picks in a travel floss dispenser

Mini disposable toothbrushes

Breath mints

Portable stain remover wipes

Hand sanitizer

Lip balm/your everyday lip color

Eyeliner

Brow pencil

Power foundation

Contour/blush stick

Oil blotting sheets

Roll-on perfume

Hair ties

Foldable mini hair brush

Feminine hygiene wipes

Panty liners/pads/tampons

Travel case bandaids

Condoms (not in a wallet, please)

A pen or two

Portable sticky notes

Travel pack of tissues

Spare glasses/contacts & contact solution

Sunglasses

OTC pain relief medicine

Water bottle

Non-perishable snacks (I recommend Larabars, Lupini beans/roasted chickpeas/edamame, roasted nuts/trail mix snack packs, Lupii/Raw Rev vegan protein bars, and freeze-dried fruit)

Nighttime Handbag Essentials:

Keys

Wallet/cardholder (ID[s], credit/debit cards, spare cash – enough for an emergency cab/train ticket, a bottle of water, and a cheap snack plus a little extra is my formula)

Phone/portable phone charger

Mini sunscreen

Hand lotion

Floss picks in a travel floss dispenser

Mini disposable toothbrushes

Breath mints

Portable stain remover wipes

Hand sanitizer

Lip balm/your everyday lip color

Eyeliner

Brow pencil

Mini power foundation

Roll-on perfume

Hair ties

Foldable mini hair brush

Feminine hygiene wipes

Panty liner (and maybe a pad/tampon, depending on the time of the month)

Portable makeup remover wipe (or two)

Portable cleansing towelette (or two)

Travel case bandaids

Condoms (at least two – not in a wallet, please)

Disposable foot socks

OTC pain relief medicine

Vitamin B-complex, Vitamin C, and Vitamin D supplement (one of each – for after or the morning after drinking)

Necessary Edit: This list is meant to be a comprehensive guide, designed to be personalized. If you don't think you need some of these items, [pick and choose at your discretion].

[gatabella]

"Ava Gardner has studied makeup carefully and has her own ideas. She likes a full luscious mouth, and follows the application of lipstick suggested to her years ago by a make-up man. Lipstick is applied with a brush - edges first to get a good shape, she widens it in the centre to get depth. The centre is filled in quite heavily with three layers, each one allowed to dry and blotted with tissue before the next one is applied. Finally, when quite dry, the whole is dabbed over with a coating of cologne to keep it set. Ava changes her lipstick as regularly as her clothes. That can be as many as three times in a day, because she considers it quite necessary to tone lipstick with clothes. She doesn't like lipstick color too dark in tone, but it must have brilliance. Nail varnish is required to tone in with the lipstick. This could mean a lot of fussing with finger tips with so frequent change of lipstick. So, when a colour does not tone in well, a thin layer of another varnish is applied over the other to get the right shade. Ava's regular manicure is only done about twice a week; but the varnish is kept from chipping by a daily application of "overcoat". Miss Gardner intends that her luxuriant tresses will stay that way, so her hair is frequently given conditioning treatment at a hairdressers. "Every girl's hair needs this treatment occasionally", she insists, "and it is just as easy done at home". Soak it over with a little warmed olive oil, dabbing it into the scalp as you part strands of hair. Leave for an hour before you finally shampoo. And, to get a glint in his eye, Ava suggests you keep a glint in your hair by regular brushing."

-Ephemera magazine, 1959

[edrinasblog]

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[herb3lla]

HAIRCARE tips 🎀

How I changed my hair from having greasy, damaged and "your hair stinks" to having a healthy, hydrated, soft, voluminous hair and getting compliments EVERY DAY

(Like I'm not even exaggerating guys, I really do get compliments on my hair everyday 👀)

Tip#1

Do what works for you

Literally don't listen to someone when they say "Don't wash your hair everyday" "wash your hair everyday" etc honey PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE try it out first!! Self care is all about trial and error it's never going to be linear and I promise you you'll have yourself figured out.

When I used to listen to my mom saying "don't wash your hair everyday it damages your hair" I literally used to wash my hair like 2 times per week and trust me IT DIDNT HELP ME AT ALL.

I switched to washing my hair every other day and my hair has never been any shinier and smoother plus it's getting what it needs!! Washing your hair depends On YOU. Please do whatever works for you

Tip#2

Oil your hair atleast 2 times per week

please I can't stress this enough. Your hair NEEDS food too and oil does that job for your hair.

You can use castor oil, coconut oil, olive oil, almond oil, jojoba oil or best if it's Moroccan oil.

You can mix these up together and use it on your scalp every two times per week and trust me guys your hair is never going to be the same. Feed your hair!!

Tip#3

Regulate blood flow

stimulating blood flow to your scalp will not only give you healthy hair but also ensure hair growth.

(don't be surprised if you start seeing baby hair all of a sudden because I am not lying 👀)

You can use a scalp massager or a derma roller. Derma rollers create tiny incisions to your hair which regulates blood flow delivering the nutrients your hair needs.

If you're using a scalp massager then make sure to lie upside down on your bed and massage your scalp gently for 5-10 minutes every day for BEST results. but it works fine either way.

Tip#4

Rosemary serum

This is my favorite!! And yes honey you can make it at home.

Get two to three rosemary leaves and put it to a boil with water on medium heat ( quantity depends on your container and this serum can be stored for two weeks at max ❤️)

When it comes to a boil strain the water and leave it to cool down then apply it on your scalp and massage it in with a scalp massager.

I used it every night before bed and tell my why my hair grew so much under just 7 months when I had the worst hair growth??? And it made my hair smooth and healthy and Soo ughh!!! I can't even put it into words just know I STARTED GETTING MASSIVE COMPLIMENTS AROUND ME OKAY?

Tip#5

Never leave your hair open while sleeping

Please don't make this mistake. I used to do this and it didn't do me right. It makes your hair extremely frizzy and causes breakage.

Put your hair up on a bun or do a little braid on your hair every single time before sleeping. Not even a ponytail!! A BRAID OR A BUN!! PERIODT! anything that does not leave your hair out.

Tip#6

Use as minimum heat as possible

Don't overwhelm your hair with heat guys. If you think there's alternative that's gonna give you the hairstyle you want without using any heat then use that. Like

Air dry your hair

Use hair rollers (there's tips on TikTok and YouTube to how you can get heatless curls using these)

Tip#7

Trim your ends regularly

Trim your ends every 3 months. It removes split ends reshapes your hair so you're good to go for your next hairstyle.

Also if you have extremely damaged hair and you don't wanna shave your hair off to "start new and fresh" with your hair I recommend trimming your hair ends every three months. I know it's a long and lengthy process ( but so is growing new hair after shaving your hair right?😭)

That way when you get your new and ✨ healthy ✨ hair after getting into hair care, the damaged old hair gottaa have to go ( slowly but surely❤️)

Tip#8

Use hair masks weekly

Hair masks are your best friend. It hydrates and nourishes your hair and best part it defines your natural hair out

My personal favourite is the fenugreek hair mask with banana and egg (I make it at home). Using it weekly to see the most results >>

You can try any hair masks that works for you ❤️

Bonus tip : BE PATIENT WITH YOUR SELF!!

don't overwhelm your hair by overdoing it. Be patient with your hair and care for it just like a you're caring for a newborn baby and it's gonna return all that love back to you ❤️

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