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NATURAL HAIRCARE TREATMENTS THAT PREVENT HAIR LOSS (AND TRANSITIONING PROCEDURES WITH PRODUCT REVIEW)


''Invest in your hair. It is the crown you never take off''


Here are the different natural ways to treat your hair.

Water [Hydration] - It aids with flushing out toxins/free radicals and essentially acts as an antioxidant. It aids with reduction of dandruff and hair thinning problems. It hydrates the roots of your scalp, which is the source of nutrients, hydration and energy for glowing healthy hair.

Antioxidants -  [Fruits{vitamin c}, vegetables, green or black tea] improves hair growth by maintaining the collagen or hair follicles connective tissue. It protects the cells present in the blood vessels of the scalp to create a healthy hair growth.

Hot oil treatments - Is very safe and has myraid benefits. It can smooth the cuticle, soften dry, rough hair and help seal in moisture. It can also help minimize the look of split ends and help tame frizz.

Natural juices -  [Lemon, carrot, aloe vera and tomatoes] are great sources of antioxidants which help reduce hair loss and prevents dandruff.

Reduce stress - It contributes to several hair loss conditions including Alopecia areata. This is the  most distressing type of hair problem.



HOW TO MAKE HOT OIL TREATMENT

 Heat any natural hair oil of your choice [preferably coconut or olive oil]
Massage the hot oil into scalp
Cover hair with shower cap and warm towel
Leave for 30 minutes to 1 hour
Wash with lukewarm water


HOME MADE NATURAL HAIR CONDITIONER

 In a bowl, beat egg; add olive oil, mayonnaise and yogurt
Mix and add honey
Then mix all well
Add to wet hair, cover with warm towel (it's important)
Leave for an hour, then rinse with shampoo
(You can add avocado for deep conditioning)

HOW TO TRANSITION RELAXED HAIR TO NATURAL
  • Kick away chemicals and hot iron.
  • Take your diet seriously. Healthy foods are advisable.
  • Then start with SheaMoisture transitioning kit which deeply moisturizes, strengthens and repairs while providing a protective barrier from environmental stressors.
  • Use hot oil to steam more often at least once a week to give hair softness and shine while locking in moisture.
  • Protect your hair with silk scarfs from split ends or use satin pillow case and satin bonnets.


PRODUCT REVIEW (SHEAMOISTURE TRANSITION KIT)

 Formulations include certified organic Shea Butter, which moisturizes and nourishes with fatty acids and vitamins. Argan oil, heralded for restoring shine, helps rebuild elasticity. Sea Kelp possesses mineral rich nutrition that seals and smoothes hair cuticles. Kit includes; - Deep Treatment Masque - Moisture Retention Shampoo - Restorative Conditioner - Reconstructive Finishing Elixir.


Featured Ingredients
Sea Kelp - mineral-rich nutrition seals and smoothes hair cuticles.
Argan Oil - restores shine while helping promote hair elasticity.
Shea Butter - deeply moisturizes while conditioning hair and scalp.
Avocado Oil - rich in Vitamins A, D, E, Lecithin and Potassium. Helps nourish and deeply moisturize.


Usage
Follow the steps below to enhance the beauty of your natural hair.

1. Raw Shea Butter Deep Treatment Masque - For additional nutrients and moisture, Extra Virgin Olive Oil may be added to masque. Section clean, wet hair. Apply generously. Use a wide tooth comb to distribute evenly from roots to ends. Leave in for 5 minutes. Rinse thoroughly. For deep penetrating treatment, cover hair with a plastic cap and apply moderate heat for up to 30 minutes. Rinse thoroughly. When using a hair steamer do not cover hair, moist heat will add to masque's hydration.

2. Raw Shea Butter Moisture Retention Shampoo - Apply to wet hair and gently massage into a rich lather. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary.

3. Raw Shea Butter Restorative Conditioner - Work conditioner through hair from root to ends. Leave on for 3 minutes, then rinse. For deeper conditioning, leave on for up to 15 minutes. As a leave-in, work a dime-sized amount through damp hair, then style as desired.

4. Raw Shea Butter Reconstructive Finishing Elixir -  After styling, spray into hands and apply evenly to seal hair cuticle and add shine. Do not use during flat ironing or other heat styling.





Thanks for reading!

Your beauty enthusiast
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