Nontoxic Hair care

Natural tip that puts healthy shine and moisture to your hair!

First, you want to begin with loosening your hair, and shampooing using a mild organic hair shampoo or you can get a Deep Conditioner with herbal extract that will shampoo, detangle, and define your natural curls without weighing down on your hair like most toxic hair conditioner/relaxer do to the hair. For example: Aubrey Organics, Honeysuckle Rose, Moisturizing Conditioner, Dry Brittle, 11 fl oz (325 ml)  is Vegan, Biodegradable hair product that detangles, controls and defines without weighing down hair. It is a moisture-replenishing conditioner that can put your hair at ease, restoring manageability and sheen with rich plant butters that Leaves your hair with silky-smooth soften and defined curls. It works well in all hair types (relaxed and natural hair types).  Aubrey organics Honeysuckle rose is an organic ethical product. A convenient and instant conditioner containing 100% natural ingredients such as Coconut Fatty Acid Cream Base, Organic Aloe Vera, Organic Shea Butter, Wheat Germ Oil, Organic Jojoba Oil, Organic Rosa Mosaqueta Rose Hip Seed Oil, Extracts of Fennel, Hops, Balm Mint, Mistletoe, Chamomile, Yarrow, Chrysanthemum, Angelica, Forsythia and Magnolia, Honeysuckle Oil, Carrot Oil, Aubrey's Preservative (Citrus Seed Extract, Vitamins A, C and E) Plus it is packaged in recyclable container.
 
Product ingredient hint: Honeysuckle oil has anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial properties. Organic aloe Vera, coconut cream, wheat germ oil, yarrow has astringent, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, tonic properties that is beneficial for the hair. Organic coconut milk & Shea butter; jojoba butter provides vitamin E- nutrients, hydrates, conditions, softens hair texture, and helps seal in moisture.
It is wise to use detangle shampoo or Deep conditioner to separate tight curls, especially if you have ethnic Afro curl, and to avoid causing breakage to the hair roots. I find combs a little harsh for the scalp unless it is well conditioned before combing because combing tight dry hair could cause breakage to your hair. When you use this product you will be getting the benefits of herb extract like Rose hip seed oil extracted from the seeds of a rose bush plant that grows wild in the southern Andes. It contains Vitamin A, vitamin C, high amount of essential fatty acids which helps delay the effects of skin aging, assists with cell regeneration, promotes collagen and elastin level for a firmer, smoother, well conditioned healthy scalp, and hair.

What you can do to help your hair grow: 

Wet your hair with warm water to soften, apply the deep conditioning shampoo then begin to scrub your scalp gently till the soap has gone well into your scalp, and to the ends of your hair for about 1-2minute then rinse. Place a towel over your hair to dry, avoid scrubbing too hard, afterwards you can apply your choice of organic Hair moisturizer.

I make my own serum because I trust my mixing judgment in its raw form so what I do for moisturizer is take some castor oil, aloe Vera gel put into my hair and then braid it and style, eat well, try to relax, and watch the hair grow worry free. Also check the hair transitioning story.

You can use castor oil + Shea butter+ Aloe Vera gel+ beeswax if you want to lock your twist naturally or dreadlock. You can also use it as a replenishing serum. You can even add some organic Hair dye called henna at the ends of your hair for color, shine, and for a deep condition.

Recipe for Hair: Mix powdered henna into vinegar or lemon juice, and warm water then apply to the part of body you want dyed for about 45minute to an hour or longer then rinse and moisturize. 

HINT: Make sure you rinse and detangle well to prevent your hair strands from knotting.

Replenishing serum and nutrient can be used or Moisture, growth, and protection.

Aubrey Island Naturals deep conditioner

Castor oil and Aloe Vera serum is the best serum for growing the hair especially for people who have tight Ethnic curls that is usually difficult to manage. 
Using cosmetics products from the same line is best when experimenting, so that you can figure out which product or ingredient does the best for your hair without damaging your hair.
Dry hairs by dapping out water, don’t scrub hair with towel- just dap. Afterwards pour some castor oil into your hand, add aloe Vera to loosen up the thickness of the castor oil then rub it into your scalp and all over your hair till you get the softness you think your hair can achieve. Avoid delusions- Every hair type comes with its own texture.

Daily Hair Replenishing Mist-- helps protect your hair from damage caused by the weather. Also I suggest using soft water to wash your hair because it softens the hair. . 

Boil some rosemary herb and add it to some rose water, and olive oil or jojoba oil. You can use for hair spritz conditioner. 

Hair math: Rosewater + coconut milk + rosemary extract+ olive oil or jojoba oil. Store in a spritz bottle and keep it air tight in cool place.

Note: Rosemary, tea tree oil is good tonic and dandruff herb cleanser for the hair. 

Note: Castor oil has germicidal, insecticidal, anti-viral and anti-fungicidal properties. Ricin and Ricinoleic acid found in castor oil protects the scalp and hair from microbial, and fungal infections which are known to be the two prime causes for hair loss. In addition to this, the fatty acid in castor oil helps to nourish the hair and prevents the scalp from drying by retaining moisture.

Men hair care: shave and select helpful tip from the above article.

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 Author:
Onyinye A is a freelance writer who specializes in nontoxic self improvement, green & Eco-friendly living, nontoxic lifestyle (preventing cancer, illness and toxicity) and everything related to organic living. Her work has been published by nontoxiclifestyle.org, Ezine.com, and other online and print publications.

Daily Hair care

Daily Hair Care

How you treat your hair on a daily basis can make a real difference in your appearance. Learn the best daily hair care practices so you can get the shiny, healthy hair you want and deserve!

Regular-care
Shampooing, conditioning, hot oil treatments, serums, and sprays — what do we really need to do to keep our hair healthy and looking its best? Here’s what you need to know to make the most of your daily hair care routine.

Daily Hair Care
Washing your hair too often or not often enough, using the wrong hair products, even how you brush your hair can either enhance its luster or cause dryness and damage. Daily hair care also includes caring for your scalp because that’s where hair develops. The hair below the surface of your skin is the part that’s alive; you need to nourish these roots in order for the hair shaft — the part of the hair that’s exposed — to appear healthy and lustrous. Choosing moisturizing hair care products and minimizing blow drying and chemical treatments to your hair keeps your scalp — and your hair — looking its best.

Why Wash?
Washing your hair is the most critical element of daily hair care. Throughout the day, hair collects dirt and grime from everything you’re exposed to — pollution, cigarette smoke, dust, etc. Even if you stayed inside all day, you would still have buildup of dead skin cells from your scalp which can cause infection if not washed away on a regular basis. Regular shampooing is essential for removing this buildup from your hair and scalp and keeping it clean.

What Makes Hair Oily?
In addition to buildup of dirt, many women also complain about buildup of natural oils. What you think of as oil is actually sebum, a substance produced by glands in the skin of your scalp, which nourishes and protects the hair. However, too much sebum — as you probably guessed — can make hair look oily and clump together. Washing hair with shampoo helps remove excess sebum along with other dirt particles, leaving hair feeling fresh and clean again.

How Often Should I Shampoo?
Although daily hair care implies daily shampooing, women who are lucky enough to have normal hair — that is, not too dry or too oily — achieve the best results when they wash their hair only every other day. Washing hair too often can over dry the hair from the astringents in most shampoos; it can also cause an overproduction of sebum, which makes hair extra oily. However, if your hair tends to be oily, you probably need to shampoo every day. On the other side of the spectrum, dry hair is often most manageable and soft when you wait at least two or three days between shampoos.

Each time you shampoo, pay close attention to the way you massage the shampoo into your hair. Many women rub shampoo into the scalps vigorously; this both loosens scalp cells — think big white flakes on your shoulders — and can also split or break hair, especially if your hair is long. Use a gentle touch and always apply shampoo at the hair roots, slowly working it out towards the ends.

Do I Need Conditioner?
Yes, conditioner is a key hair product necessary for moisturizing and maintaining soft, healthy hair. Women with oily hair may find thick, creamy conditioners to be too heavy for their hair; a light, clear conditioner is better for their daily hair care. Those with dry hair should opt for the creamy conditioners, leaving them on the scalp for several minutes each time to ensure the moisturizing ingredients penetrate the hair. In addition, women with dry hair should apply a deep conditioning hair product to their hair once a week to promote both softness and shine.Toxic free organic conditioners
Combing and Brushing
Combing and brushing your hair serves several functions in daily hair care: untangling knots, removing debris, and distributing sebum throughout the hair. When your hair is wet, it is most vulnerable to damage, so comb your hair after your shower only with a wide tooth comb — no brushing until it’s dry. For optimal softness and shine, brush your hair with a boar bristle brush instead of a plastic brush. No need to count to 100; just brush softly from your roots to your tips. It may also be helpful to divide hair into several sections before combing or brushing. Always clean your comb and brush after each use.

A few more things to remember:

* Avoid tying hair too tightly — it can damage or break hair. Never use rubber bands — instead look for elastics that won’t damage your hair.
* Wrap hair in a silk scarf for sleeping to avoid tangles.
* Use minimal amounts of hair products. They can weigh down hair or cause dryness or flakes.
* Go easy on the heat. Daily blow-drying, curling, and straight-ironing take a toll on your hair. If you blow-dry every day, use the cool setting and keep curling and straightening to a minimum.
* Your hair’s health will reflect what you eat, so drink plenty of water and follow a balanced diet.

It’s time to take a close look at your daily hair care regimen. Vibrant, healthy hair can be yours as soon as today!
                     

O.A