African American Hair Care Help?

Does anyone know any good forums or websites for African American Hair Care.
My hair is looking a mess and i’m up for new ideas on detangling it and managing it.

this lady name Ateyaaa on youtube has a wonderful hair regimen video watch it because its pure gold

Hair Care : How to Find the Right Shampoo for African-American, Curly or Ethnic Hair

When finding the right shampoo for African-American, curly or ethnic hair, use products with low-pH levels. Get tips from a beauty professional in this free video on hair care.

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Natural African American Hair Care - Part I - A Saturday Ritual Using Komaza Hair Care Products

A Saturday morning ritual to take care of African American hair.

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Hair Care Tips : How to Flat Iron African-American Hair

When flat ironing African-American hair, try not to put too much pressure on it and refrain from using a lot of heat. Flat iron African-American hair with tips from a professional hairstylist in this free video on hair care.

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What color should I dye my hair please help.(African American hair care question)?

Ok I’m a black woman young and Beautiful lol. My skin tone is the actor Kerry washtion color orhttp://evasitoe.files.wordpress.com/2008/03/kerry-washington-picture-1.jpg little bit darker maybe I’m Snoop Dogg color lol. I was thinking auburn red brown or something like this girl hair color I want this girl hair color
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQJACVmankY in T.I new video. My hair is off black well its black it would be my first time dying it what other colors do you guys have in mind lol. if so can you guys give a picture show what would look good no blond please. looking for brownish or red something for me in the winter or something different.

The colour of the girl’s hair in the video is very nice and by the sounds of it, it would go nicely with your skin tone but also a light to medium brown would also be very nice
these colours would look quite nice:
http://www.product-reviews.net/wp-content/userimages/2007/07/beyonce-louis-vuitton-tribute-patchwork1.jpg
http://www.aolcdn.com/aolr/jessica-alba-date-400a020107.jpg
http://www.wigsite.com/wigs/r_encounter.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v224/hattyphotos/l_d872769e4f52a620ba98d439d4b40ab4.jpg
http://www.goodnessdirect.co.uk/detail/882472b.jpg

hope that helps =] good luck

African American Hair Care Products?

I am currently using Pantene Relaxed and Natural, but it is not doing anything for my hair. What are some good cheap products that may thicken my hair and help it grow?

I don’t know if you’re relaxed or natural. Products that were made for all hair types worked best on my hair, so I loved Pantene (not the line for women of color because my hair didn’t respond for it) and Dove products. For my natural hair I use natural oils and butters. You have to experiment with different products to find something that works well for your hair and you might go through a lot of brands/products before you find the right ones.

Black African-American Girls' Hair—– Hair Care Question?

What are some basic hair care tips for washing and styling for black little girls? How often do you have to wash it, and what type of product is safe for kids? Do you have to relax it to style or braid it? Or, can you just braid it with the natural curl?

Thanks!

I think once a week is good to wash the hair. After you wash it you should comb it out into four sections (two on the side, Two in the back braided) Go throuh each section part and lightly grease (with hair grease) after you braid each section rebraid it after you have finished a blow dryer with a comb attatchment is what you should use to dry it. Just undo each section one at a time blow dry it and after your done style how ever. They have childrens shampoo at the store make sure you use conditioner and don't use gel. If the hair is not straight enough you can flat iorn. You do not always have to do a relaxer see how managable the hair is afer you wash and blow dry or flat iorn and make your decision. Good luck! If worse comes to worse take them to the beauty shop.

Getting and Keeping Healthy Black Hair

Black Hairstyles have increased in beauty, design and diversity. New black hair products help black hair maintain strength and moisture. Long, short, natural hairstyles have truly highlighted the diversity of black hairstyles with increased functionality and beauty.

Black/African Americans hairstyles have become more diverse from natural to weaves and extensions to twist and cornrows, diversity in hairstyles are on the rise. For those of you with shorter hair, the same techniques used for long hair apply equally to short hair as well. Smoothing has become less damaging thanks to products containing Jojoba Oil. Mineral oil, used for years to clean and moisturize, is damaging to hair follicles. Jojoba oil has made intense styling safer without as much risk of breakage.

Jojoba oil has now taken its rightful place as a replacement for mineral oil. Often used to aid in styling, cleansing or to add hydration, mineral oil leads to damaged follicles and thinning. Jojoba oil naturally deep cleans and hydrates and leaves hair stronger while effectively removing dirt and product build-up that often lead to flakes and flaking. Though used as an active ingredient in many hair products to increase cleansing, it is often combined with other "actives" such as Panthenol or Trichogen to soothe the scalp or increase hair growth.

If you have African American hair, remember that your hair needs moisture. Do not let anyone tell you different. By switching to higher quality products, your hair won’t be greasy, it actually will be moisturized. Here are some good rules of thumb to stick with when making your next purchase:
All-natural products are superior
Look at ingredients, if the product contains parabens, which can lead to cancer, Just Say No.
Price does not make the product. Always look for quality ingredients like Shea, Jojoba, Oil, Sunflower, Castor, etc?
Do not over process your hair with excess heat, straightening combs, and super hot blow dryers.

Black hairstyles are beautiful and luxurious - and maintaining proper health and strength has enabled straightening, relaxing and perming to accelerate beautiful styles without damage and breaking.

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African American 5yr old boy…How to care for his hair?

I am trying to find some websites which are geared to the care of african american MALE hair. Im not sure what type my son is. Can anyone suggest some forums? Thanks

try http://www.blendedbeauty.com for tips on caring for curly hair.

naturallycurly.com is another good one. If your son has a courser texture try http://forums.blackhairmedia.com

I would just say rinse his hair w/ conditioner a few times a week as opposed to shampoo which will dry it out. Use a leave water based moisturizer to define his curl and control frizz. Do not comb it while it is dry unless you absolutely have too. Or just keep it cut in a low fade.

I need african american hair care advice?

I am an african american female with hair issues. The market is flooded with hair care products, lotions, and curling products. But I am so clueless on what to use for my hair. I am unsure what is best for african american hair. I get my hair relaxed and washed at the salon, but it only looks good for a week. I also have thick hair and i am just frustrated. Can anyone give me tips on what I should do to my hair on a daily basis to keep it looking nice. Also is there a product out there for help when curling african american hair at home? I curl my hair with an iron or curlers, but i need some type of pre or post spray to put on my hair to help it hold all day.

The market is indeed flooded with products. I've worn a relaxer for many years, with no problems, and my hair is very healthy.
I learned a long time ago, by a stylist and on an Oprah show, that we don't have to use products that are marketed for black hair. Most important for our hair is moisturizing products, meaning shampoos, conditioners, and a good leave-in are the most important. I've been using Paul Mitchell products since the early 90's, and it's one of the best lines on the market. I also use Fructise, Pantene but not the one for women of color, Tressemme, Rusk, Nexxus, even Suave.
If your hair looks good for a whole week, you are lucky. I have to do my hair almost every day!!
One thing that you can get is a moisturizing spray, and a heat protectant. It doesn't have to be from a line that is marketed for our hair. One of the best on the market is by Nexxus; I can't remember the name but I know it's at Target. I like the Citre Shine Anti-Frizz serum. It's a heat protectant and it is wonderful. You just work a little bit through your hair before you curl it. Good luck.