For commercial purposes, Remy Hair is categorized into two types:

Remy Hair Single Drawn: This type of Remy Hair is taken out directly from the scalp by shaving the head. Care is taken to remove the very short hair, with the longer hair, found in different hair length, giving a pony tail like appearance.

Remy Hair Double Drawn: This type of hair is the finest quality with the same wave length in a piece. The hairs are arranged with equal lengths. There will not be any short hair in a piece.

Quality A: These are an expensive type of weft hair made up of Indian Virgin Remy hair. This type is unidirectional and characterized by double drawn hair, where the whole weave is made up of hairs of the same length.

Quality B: This type is again made up of special double drawn hair, virgin Remy Hair, and is unidirectional. The length of hairs though may vary by up to 1-2 inches.

Quality C: This is the final quality of weft hair. The cuticles are intact and are unidirectional. The entire weave contains hairs of different length.

is a beneficial herb that stimulates and promotes hair growth. One can easily make Basil hair oil to massage into the scalp. This massage promotes healing, health, and improves scalp circulation which, in turn, promotes hair growth. Basil is good when used together with fenugreek and ivy burdock herbs.

Rosemary
This is thought to be due to the camphor content of the plant. To promote hair growth simply massage diluted oil into the scalp. Rosemary tea can also be used as a conditioner following a normal shampoo and rinse. This helps to develop highlights in dark hair and if mixed with sage will deepen the natural shade.

Rosemary is used to combat the fall of hair, stimulate the growth of new locks, strengthen hair roots, support hair follicles, eliminate dandruff, and clean the scalp and hair of impurities. Both fresh and dry plants can be utilized successfully to make hair-friendly water or spirit infusions to use as aromatic hair conditioners, splitz, or beneficial rinses. In addition, home-made rosemary vinegar, as well as rosemary oil, can be applied to the hair roots or used in different other ways to stop hair loss.

Both fresh and dry rosemary is very effective for making various herbal infusions that can be used to benefit your hair. To make a very simple, yet healthful water infusion, just put several handfuls of rosemary into a water-filled pot, bring to boil, and gently simmer for about five to 15 minutes. Allow to cool, strain into a clean container, and pour throughout your hair just after shampooing. Due to a very pleasant aroma and strengthening effects of this rosemary rinse, you do not need to wash it off with additional fresh water. The procedure can be repeated every time you wash your hair (we recommend that you do it only one or twice a week, since more frequent shampooing is damaging for your natural hair oils).

Rosemary oil is even more effective to fight hair loss and especially eliminate dry dandruff, than water-based rosemary infusions. In season, when rosemary is inexpensive and plentiful, make several bottles of this wonderful oil to use throughout the year. Extra-virgin, cold-pressed olive oil is extremely helpful as a scalp and hair-nourishing substance; it also lends itself most naturally to a rosemary infusion. Fresh herbs are the best to use in the preparation of rosemary oil, but dry rosemary can do the work, too. To make the oil at home, wash and dry a handful or two of fresh rosemary sprigs, rub them lightly between your palms to release the flavour, and place them in a clean bottle (you can also add several slices of fresh ginger to intensify the flavour and medicinal qualities of rosemary). Pour extra-virgin olive oil to cover the herbs, seal tightly, and leave in a dark cupboard for at least two weeks. To use, massage some rosemary oil into your scalp and hair and leave overnight for the beneficial particles of olive oil, rosemary, and optional ginger to penetrate deep into your hair roots and shafts. Repeat weekly and watch your hair quickly regaining its strength and vitality!

Another way to use rosemary for topical hair applications is to make rosemary vinegar. It is advisable to infuse rosemary only in raw and, preferably, organic apple cider vinegar of the highest quality you can find. Apple cider vinegar has long been praised for its hair-rejuvenating properties. Combined with rosemary, this vinegar makes a super-remedy for dull, weak, and shedding hair. To prepare, fill a clean jar or bottle with fresh or dry rosemary sprigs and pour raw, unheated apple cider vinegar over the herbs to cover them completely. Seal and leave to infuse for at least a fortnight in a dark place, shaking the jar occasionally. You can store ready rosemary vinegar in a dark cool cabinet or a cellar to undergo further beneficial fermentation. Use weekly to make a hair rinse by mixing several tablespoons of rosemary vinegar with lukewarm water and pouring the mixture onto your scalp and hair. This rosemary remedy has a power to completely rejuvenate weakening hair just within a few months!

Arnica

A hair rinse prepared with arnica extract has been used to treat alopecia neurotica.

Sage

A strong infusion of sage used as a hair rinse may darken hair color and help reduce hair loss.

Bay

Helps your hair grow. If you have dull hair, this essential oils can restore it. It also good for dandruff problem. For stimulating your hair health you can add three drops of bay essential oil to the shampoo you regularly uses.

The best carrier oil to choose would be jojoba oils.

Jojoba oils

has healing properties for damaged and breaking hair. This truly is one of the best carrier oils for hair loss due to breakage.

You can try by adding 4 – 10 drops of essential oils mention with 1 ounce of jojoba oils or other carrier oil of your choice.

Heat the hair oil by placing the bottle of oil in a bowl of hot water. Apply the oil to the scalp and massage through the rest of the hair.

Or you can try this hair tonic blend :

HAIR LOSS TONIC

Ingredient :

•10 drops of Rosemary
•10 drops of lavender
•5 drops of basil
•4 ounce of jojoba oils.

This blend should give your hair a nice shine and also helps the body to stimulate growth.

Blend well in an amber bottle and massage a few drops into your scalp at night or apply them on your hair brush and brush your hair thouroughly.

Blends Recipe for Hair Growth:

•2 drops Thyme essential oil ( Thymus vulgaris )
•2 drops Atlas cedarwood essential oil ( Cedrus atlantica )
•3 drops Lavender essential oil( Lavandula angustifolia )
•3 drops Rosemary essential oil ( Rosmarinus officinalis )
•3 ml teaspoon Jojoba oil
•20 ml Grapeseed oil

Mix well thyme, cedarwood,lavender, and rosemary essential oils into a small glass jar. After that add the remaining carrier oils. Mix thoroughly.

Massage this recipe into your scalp for at least two minutes every night. Wrap your head in a warm towel after treatment to enhance absorption.

Isabelle C. Hay and colleagues from the Aberdeen Royal Infirmary in Scotland gave 84 people, suffering from alopecia areata, a type of hair loss that causes patchy baldness.

They asked them to rub the essential oils recipe above into their scalps daily. After seven months, 44% of them has regrew as much as half of their hair, while a few regrew almost all of their hair back.

Personally I would suggested to use this blend recipe by massage it into your scalp once daily. Take the blend for about 2 weeks, then take a week break before restarting again.

By using pure essential oils that promote hair growth, you may soon see that your hair becomes thicker, more luxurious, and radiant.

Your natural growing hair sheds about 100 hairs a day, on the average. These are the hairs you find in your hairbrush and in your shower drain. This natural mechanism of hair shedding plays a critical role in determining the 'safe' amount of time an extension attachment can be worn.

When extensions are in your hair, your natural hair is still shedding at its normal rate, and the shedding hair becomes trapped in the hair extensions.

So after 12 weeks of wearing extensions, due to the natural shedding factor, the extensions will be attached to fewer or your natural hairs.

For example, the extension that was originally attached by 20 of your natural hairs now may be only attached by 15 of your natural hairs, thus causing the possibility of breakage of your natural hair and 'root pull'.

Root pull occurs when your natural hair has shed so much in the extension bond that the extension is attached by fewer hairs that can't continue to support the weight of the extension. When this occurs, your natural hair will succumb to the weight of the extension and your natural hair will be pulled out by the root.

Another very critical reason why any type of extension should be maintained is because the natural hairs that have shed and are 'stuck' in the extension bond has the tendency to want to form matting at the root.

So as the extension wearer approaches the 12 week of wear mark, and they are accumulating more shed hairs in the bond, and their risk of having mats at the root of the hair increases significantly.

It is recommended that you detangle the extensions before washing them by using a pick, wide-tooth comb, or soft bristle brush . Don't use brushes that will pull out your extensions!

It is recommended that you check the extensions daily for any tangling of matting. You can easily prevent any matting from happening with proper brushing and 'spot' checking. You will be shown how to perform these easy tasks.

Detangle the extensions before getting into the shower and then after washing your hair. Start at the bottom of the hair and work your way up.Never ever start from the top working your way down as that will only pull out your extensions!

Wash and condition hair IMMEDIATELY after going swimming as the chlorine may affect the extensions!

Wash hair immediately after exercising. The salts in perspiration can cause hair to tangle.

It's best to dry hair immediately after shampooing. At the very least, dry the bond area, and then you can let the rest air dry if necessary. To dry, pat the hair with a towel. Do not rub the hair with the towel since that cause tangling.

Do not put undo tension on the hair as you will loosen the extension connection.

Never go to sleep with wet hair, as it may cause the hair to tangle.

Tie the hair up into a pony tail or braid when sleeping to prevent tangling as when you toss and turn you will affect the extensions.

The better you take care of the hair, the longer life span it will have before it is necessary to purchase new hair.

There is a range of aftercare products specially designed for your extensions to keep them in perfect condition. To keep the hair in optimal condition, the use of professional products is highly recommended. The use of inferior products may reduce the lifespan of the hair.

Always use a detangler i use Baby detangler it's perfect! Detangle hair using a pick or a wide tooth comb before and after shampooing.

Rinse the shampoo out of hair thoroughly to avoid build up.


Do not use any 'heat tools' (curling iron, flat iron) directly on the extension bond, since the heat may make the extension come out.

Affirm by Avlon,

Mizani

and Phytospecific !!!

A strand test must always be done before attempting to process the hair with any chemical. This gives you the ideal processing time for the result you are looking for. A person may have a variety of textures on their heads which may require a different processing time for each section! This avoids any over or under – processing of the hair.

Relaxing – This involves the use of a Sodium Hydroxide hair relaxer (Lye Relaxer) which is the strongest and gives the most dramatic effect or a Guanidine Hydroxide hair relaxer (No Lye) which is considered healthier for hair based on its lower alkalinity. The relaxer is applied to the hair in sections then smoothed through with the fingers or with a comb until the desired level of straightness is achieved or until the processing time elapses. The relaxer is then rinsed off thoroughly and hair washed with a neutralizing shampoo which sets the hair in its new straight shape and also stops any more relaxer action which could over-process the hair leaving it weaker

Pros of a relaxer:
• Easier styling of the hair as hair can be combed dry and easy detangling
• Many like the look of ‘bone straight’ hair
• More variety with sleek straight styles without using much heat

Cons of a relaxer:
• Notoriously difficult to maintain length without the use of many products to strengthen the now weakened hair
• Breakage begins if hair is not constantly conditioned to alleviate the inherent dry condition of the hair.
• Touch ups required every 6-8 weeks to keep the hair (especially around the edges) sleek and straight which can become quite expensive
• Hair that lacks body – tends to look a bit flat.

Texturizing – Generally this utilizes a very mild form of a relaxer called a texturizer which is processed according to the guidelines of the product. The aim of this is to soften the hair texture leaving it with curls or waves but leaving much of the volume in the hair. The texture of the hair after the texturizer depends a lot on the initial curl pattern of the hair. Large corkscrew curls will become S-shaped curls after a texturizer, tighter curls will look loosened and hair with no definite curl pattern tends to get waves.

Pros of a texturizer
• Easier detangling of the hair as the texture has been softened
• May impart more of an even curl pattern to those who haven’t got it while leaving a lot of volume in the hair
• Less frizz is experienced with the curls left in the hair
• Less shrinkage is experienced
• Easier to style – straighten etc as hair does not revert very quickly

Cons of a texturizer
• As the hair has been chemically treated, constant conditioning and protein treatments are required
• Breakage may ensue if not taken care of properly
• Touch ups are necessary. They are not required as often as with a relaxer but would still be needed to keep the look
• If care is not taken during the touch up of the texturizer, the ‘run off’ when rinsing the chemical out could make the previously texturized hair turn straight so its not uncommon to find a multitude of textures including straight ends on people who texturize.

Texlaxing – This is a term that was recently coined in hair boards and is done more or less the same way as a texturizer but with a relaxer chemical instead of a texturizing one. The relaxer chemical has oils or conditioner added to it to make it less potent then it’s applied to the hair the same way as a relaxer. The aim of texlaxing is to loosen the natural curl pattern of the hair but leave a lot of the elasticity in the hair for strength. While texturized hair tends to look quite similar, texlaxed hair can vary depending on the degree of curl left. 80% texlaxed looks just slightly wavy while 40% texlaxed may look just like texturized hair.

Pros of texlaxing
• Easier detangling of the hair as the texture has been softened
• Gives variety as depending on the curl left behind, hair can be worn in a ‘wash and go’ style
• Hair still has a lot of it’s elasticity left behind so is less prone to breakage than relaxed hair
• Easy to style as you are still able to achieve a sleek straight look with heated tools without hair reverting quickly.

Cons of texlaxing
• The hair has been chemically treated so constant conditioning and protein treatments are required
• Breakage may ensue if not taken care of properly
• Touch ups are necessary but may not be required as often as with a relaxer depending on the amount of curl left in the hair

A steamer is certainly not necessary if you already own a hooded or bonnet dryer. The idea of the steamer is to infuse moisture into the hair with the aid of heat. The steam method is especially ideal if your hair is in need of extra moisture or you have a treatment in your hair that requires a steamer e.g. The Coconut And Lime Treatment.

Great results can be achieved just as easily with a couple of handy household items and if you already own a hooded dryer, a steam treatment is well within your reach without breaking the bank! What you will need:

2 face cloths

A bowl full of hot water (not boiling)

2 plastic caps or plastic bags A

hooded/bonnet dryer

Prepare your hair first by washing and applying the conditioner or hair treatment. Soak both face cloths in the hot water. Wring some of the water out of the first face cloth. The cloth should be wet but not soaking. Place the cloth over your hair and immediately cover with one of the shower caps. Wring the second face cloth and apply this over the shower cap or plastic bag already on your head and immediately apply the plastic bag/cap. Ensure that the last plastic bag is tied securely around the hairline to prevent water dripping down your neck. Both bags should be spacious enough to allow the steam to form.

This is where the coconut and lime ‘relaxer’ could help you. The ‘straightening’ effect achieved is most noticeable in slightly wavy hair. In African American (black) hair, the results are more subtle and with continued application, it results in loosening or elongating the curl pattern which makes heat styling much easier. This technique is by no means new; it has been used for years by Asian women to straighten their curly hair safely without the use of chemicals.

The original recipe involves mixing coconut juice with the lime juice and leaving in the fridge overnight until a cream forms on top. This cream is then applied to the hair and left for a few hours then rinsed off. The remainder of the mixture is then discarded. The main issue with this recipe is that even though the coconut milk with solidify slightly when put in the fridge, the natural heat from your body once applied to the hair will make it runny again and you may find that a lot of the treatment will end up running down your face and neck! Another problem is the wastage involved as only a small percentage of the coconut milk is being used. The recipe below is a version of the original allowing both for the dryness of natural black hair with minimum wastage of the ingredients. Here’s how to make the treatment:

1 tin of coconut milk

2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil

4 tablespoons of lime juice

2-3 tablespoons of cornstarch

Empty the coconut milk into a saucepan add the extra virgin olive oil and whisk until well blended. Coconut milk varies in consistency by brand so depending on how thin the mixture in the saucepan is, add 2-3 tablespoons in a separate bowl and mix this with the lime juice until the mixture is lump free then add to the coconut milk & olive oil mixture. Put the saucepan over a medium heat whisking constantly. The purpose is not to cook the mixture but to activate the cornstarch which will thicken the mixture to a ‘conditioner’ type consistency. This should take a couple of minutes. If you find the mixture is still too thin then add a bit more cornstarch or if you get a brand of coconut milk that that is very thick to begin with, you may omit the corn starch altogether.

Apply the mixture to your hair in sections to ensure it is evenly covered. Cover with a plastic cap then under a steam cap for ½ hour to an hour. If you don’t have a steam cap but you have a hooded dryer.

Depending on the length and thickness of you hair, the mixture will be enough for 1-2 applications. Place any remaining treatment into a plastic jar/container and freeze until you require it next.

Proceed to shampoo the mixture out of your hair thoroughly then proceed to deep condition as usual with an ultra moisturizing conditioner. Remember, the final rinse should be done with cold/lukewarm water to close the hair cuticles and seal in the moisture.

Roller set your hair with only a glycerine containing product like S Curl along with some heat protectant for the softest results. Sit under a dryer for up to 90 minutes or until the hair is thoroughly dry. To complete the look flat iron the hair in sections with one swipe on a medium heat (you will not need much heat to get your hair straight). Style as desired!!!

Here’s how you do an oil rinse:
• Start by shampooing your hair, if you are co washing only then just rinse your hair but make sure it gets soaked.
• Coat your wet hair with about a handful (about ½ cup or so) of your favourite oil like olive, jojoba, castor etc
• Rinse the oil off with hot water
• Proceed to apply conditioner to your strands liberally
• Rinse with cool water while detangling. This should be quick and painless!
• Apply your leave in conditioner and seal

What makes oil rinsing better than a hot oil treatment is that the shampooing process is done before oil is applied so any natural oils lost during shampooing are immediately replenished. Furthermore, if the ideal amount of oil is applied i.e. not too much, the tresses will not be left greasy after the final rinse but rather will dry soft with much better moisture retention. Conditioning straight after the oil prevents too much of it from being left on the strands but enough is left to allow it to dry soft.

The consensus seems to be that oil rinsing is ideal if your hair is going to be worn in a heat free style. Flat ironing or blow drying after an oil rinse is probably not ideal. A serum is a better heat protectant that an oil.

So is oil rinsing the holy grail of black hair care? Well, it certainly has its benefits and once you have your technique down, it is very addictive because the results are immediate and obvious.

The hair should never be left feeling coated or weighed down, just thoroughly moisturized. The health and strength of the hair will improve greatly with continued use of the hot oil treatment. You may also add the oils to your favourite conditioner as a pre-shampoo treatment for your hair. The oils counter the effects of sulphate containing drying shampoo so that the hair is not left feeling stripped after the wash.

As a rule of thumb, a hot oil treatment should be used at least once per month for your hair to ensure the moisture balance of the hair is maintained. Hair with the correct moisture balance will have more elasticity hence length retention, which in the long run leads to long luscious locks!

Here’s what you will need:
1. A moisturizing deep conditioner
2. ½ cup of Apple cider Vinegar
3. A heat protecting serum like Fantasia IC (Pink Bottle) is an inexpensive but brilliant choice. Make sure you get one with Cyclomethicone and Dimethicone.
4. A Leave in conditioner
5. Hair dryer with concentrator nozzle
6. Brush
7. Flat iron (Straightener)
8. Hooded dryer
9. Rat tail comb
10. Duck bill clips
11. Wide tooth comb
12. Saran Wrap (Cling Film)
• Begin by washing hair with a clarifying shampoo or else just add 1 tsp of baking soda to your regular moisturizing shampoo, lather and let it sit in your hair for a couple of minutes. Rinse out.
• Towel-blot and apply a generous amount of your chosen deep conditioner from root to tip of your strands and pile on top of your head. Cover with a plastic cap and sit under a hooded dryer for 20-30 minutes. You may also use a steam cap.
• Rinse the conditioner out thoroughly with warm water. Mix the apple cider vinegar with about 2 cups of water, stream this through the hair and work in well. This is to remove any residue left behind by the conditioner. Finally rinse thoroughly with cold water. This is to close the cuticle of the hair hence locking all that precious moisture in. You may want to do this with a shower attachment over the sink unless you are brave enough to do it in the shower!
• Towel-blot the hair gently to get most of the moisture out. Never rub wet hair as this causes breakage. Spray your leave in conditioner concentrating on the ends. Add a dime size amount of the heat protecting serum to your hands and rub. Apply over the damp hair. This amount is enough if your hair is chin to nape length. You may need a touch more if your hair is longer and make sure that you lightly coat all the strands. It is a good idea to then comb the hair lightly with a wide tooth comb to be sure that the product is evenly applied. The idea is to have as little product in the hair as you can get away with without compromising the health of your hair!
• Now starting from the back, using a hair dryer with a concentrator nozzle and brush, dry your hair in little sections to get the hair pretty straight, especially if you have a lot of new growth.
• Once all the hair is dry you can move on to flat ironing. You want to take small 1 inch sections of hair at a time and run the flat iron over it twice or to your desired degree of straightness. At this point you should notice that your hair is already falling quite readily and remains smooth and soft after it is flat ironed. If you notice any dryness after its flat ironed, simply spray a touch of leave in to the section and apply a bit more heat protecting serum.
• Once all your hair is done, you are ready for the final step. Wrap your hair around your head in a clockwise or anticlockwise manner making sure that the ends lie smooth and flat. You can find various tutorials online on how to wrap hair. If your hair is particularly light then you may need a couple of bobby pins to keep it up. Wrap tightly with 1 layer of the saran wrap (cling film). Remember to cover the top section as well! Get back under the dryer for another 10-15 minutes and voila! Un-wrap your gorgeous locks and shake your head in amazement. Yes, your hair can move too!
• To keep this style, it is important not to overload the hair with products, you will lose the movement! The heat protection serum, if it has plenty of silicones should prevent your hair from reverting too quickly in humid weather and should keep your hair moisturized enough until your next wash that is if you wash your hair twice per week. If you wash it once per week then it may be necessary to moisturize the ends of your hair with a small amount of oil-free moisturizer.
• Wrap your hair at night and tie with a satin scarf to keep it smooth and it should be ready to fall and swing around for you again the next day!

1. Deep Conditioning Treatments – This is key in the health of your relaxed hair. Moisture promotes elasticity which is important in making the hair resilient to damage. Relaxed hair loves deep conditioning treatments. A deep conditioner is any good natural conditioner left on for 20-30 minutes (even overnight for some). It is always best to use heat with a deep conditioner. Heat makes the hair shaft swell up hence it absorbs more moisture. Heat can be added with a hair steamer, hooded dryer (with a plastic heat cap) or even with a warm towel tied around the head. The deep conditioning treatment should be rinsed well from the hair and always end with a cold water rinse. The cold water makes the hair cuticle close keeping all that lovely moisture inside the shaft.
2. ‘Seal’ the moisture in – The most common way to do this is with oils. A light natural oil used sparingly concentrating on the ends will keep the hair soft and moisturized all day. The principle behind this is that oil molecules are larger that water molecules. The oil molecules coat the shaft of the hair after the deep conditioning treatment hence locking the water molecules inside. A good natural oil that can be used for sealing is coconut oil. Never use petroleum products on the hair and never use oils if you are going to heat-style your hair afterwards. When using heat you should use a silicone based heat protecting serum that will do the same thing by both coating the hair shaft to keep moisture in and absorb most of the heat from your heat tools.
3. Daily moisture – After a long day, it is not uncommon for relaxed hair to feel a bit dry. If you deep condition and seal your hair regularly you may be able to keep your hair moisturized for days at a time but like anything left out in the elements, after a while it will lose some of its moisture. It is a good habit to get into moisturizing your hair daily. It a quick painless process! All you need is a good oil-free hair lotion (The first ingredient must be water). A coin-sized amount is enough for shoulder length hair, a touch more for longer tresses. Follow this on with a few drops of your oil to seal and this should keep your hair soft for the next 24 hours if not longer. No need to be concerned that your lovely new flat ironing job will be ruined by adding a water-based product to it. Remember, you only need a small amount which is unlikely to affect your style and you may wrap your hair afterwards to keep it straight and bouncy. You may also opt to apply the moisturizer only to the ends of the hair as this is the oldest part or the hair and tends to get drier faster.
4. Protein Treatments – Protein is just as important to hair as moisture is. All hair is made up of protein so when hair becomes damaged by heat tools or hair is over-moisturized; a deep protein treatment can work wonders. Protein will fill in the gaps or cracks in the hair shaft hence strengthening the structure. Some good protein treatments will even stop breakage immediately! These treatments are only required when serious breakage is occurring or when breakage is foreseen e.g. getting a chemical service, you can get the protein treatment to prevent any breakage after the service. If the hair is already in a good state then an occasional protein treatment helps give the hair the added strength it needs. You can buy light protein shampoos or conditioners or raid the kitchen and crack an egg into your usual conditioner for that added bit of protein!
5. Using the correct tools for your hair – Relaxed hair tends to be very fragile when wet. You should never brush or use a small tooth comb on your hair. Only use a wide tooth comb to detangle or comb products through. It is best to avoid manipulating the hair too much until it is mostly dry. Even when the hair is dry use a brush sparingly opting rather for your trusty wide tooth comb for styling purposes. Many are now adept at finger styling and avoid using a comb altogether! Heat tools should also be avoided where possible. Relaxed hair can be straightened quite easily by wrapping when wet and letting it air dry overnight. Alternatively a good roller set will give you straight silky results without excessive heat. If a flat iron must be used, make sure it has a temperature control and use the lowest temperature at which you can get good results. If you use a straightening balm or serum on the hair, very little heat is required to smooth out the hair.

Using natural remedy to prevent hair loss is practically a primitive form of treatment. But you'll be surprised of how some of them actually helped treat the condition of many sufferers of baldness.

Homemade Remedy For Hair Loss: Homemade shampoo hair loss

Making homemade shampoo is easy if you have access to the necessary ingredients.

1. Try soaking sesame or fenugreek seeds in water overnight. Mash this in the morning and make a past. Mix virgin coconut oil. Use this in replace of your shampoo, massage it to your scalp and leave it on for a few minutes. Use this treatment twice a week.

2. Combine 130 grams each of dried amla, shikaki, and reetha in one liter of water. Let it infuse for a few hours and boil it. Take out the leaves and use the water as a shampoo.

3. Place 4 bags of chamomile tea in half a cup of hot water and leave it on for 10 minutes. Take off the tea bags and add 4 tablespoons of pure soap flakes and leave it on until the flakes start to soften. Add 1 and a half tablespoons of glycerin and stir well. Place this mixture in a bottle.

4. Beat 2 egg yolks and mix it with two spoonfuls of linseed oil (preferably the odorless one). Add this to two spoonfuls of rum. Use this mixture and let it sit for about an hour and rinse off with lukewarm water.

5. For a conditioner, you can try mixing 1 egg with 2 tablespoons of castor oil, 1 teaspoons of glycerin and 1 teaspoon of vinegar. Mix it well and apply it to your scalp. Leave it on for 20 minutes.

Homemade remedy for hair loss is a big help if you have the time to do all those mixing and concocting. But since there are just so many busy people nowadays and cannot be bothered to find ingredients and mix them, people are now looking for easier ways to treat their hair loss problems cosmetically.

Avoid wearing tight braids; ongoing breakage in this rare may lead to permanent damage.

Use satin or silk head wraps to display your beautiful kinky mane; this will help you retain your hairline and keep you looking youthful and stylish at the same time.

Handle those edges like silk with a gentle touch.

Wear loose buns and puffs; this will reduce the stress applied to the hairline
Castor Oil - applying this oil on a regular basis helps to stimulate the hair follicles

Scalp Massages - another practice that aid in stimulating the hair follicles and blood circulation in the scalp. My suggestion would be to massage your edges every other day with castor oil and other essential oils.
Moisturize - apply a moisturizer to your edges every night after your scalp massage. My suggestion would be a homemade moisturizing sprits consisting of water and castor oil.

Be Consistent - success does not happen overnight and hair growth certainly doesn't either. It is imperative to be consistent with the above practices and remember that it takes time. Determine how often and for how long you will apply these practices and then stick to it. You will see the results of your labor in due time and will be rewarded with a thicker hairline

You can also look into taking a good multivitamin (or a quality hair vitamin) and using a scalp stimulating line of hair products like Organic root stimulator. They have serums that work well to get the hairs growing again.

If the scalp is smooth and shiny in the bald patches it means that the follicles were permanently damaged and more than likely the hair will not grow back without some sort of hair replacement in those areas.

As for the Castor oil, natural organic is best but if you can't find it I would try something else.

I don't know anything about single nettle tincture oil, but if it's something that's available to you that been known to help hair growth I would try it for a few months and see if you notice improvements. You know what they say...nothing ventured, nothing gained!

This condition is most common in African-American women and men who braid their hair too tightly. It is also common in Sikh men of India and Japanese women whose traditional hair styles also pull and damage hair. Traction alopecia occurs more frequently in children, teenagers and young adults then it does in older women and men.

Traction alopecia is reversible if diagnosed early, but may lead to permanent hair loss if it is undetected for a protracted period. Hair loss is often in the frontal and temporal regions, but also depends on the hair style.(1) With those who wear cornrows, the area most commonly affected is that adjacent to the region that is braided. (2)

Traction Alopecia can also occur due to overprocessing of the hair. Chemical treatment of hair with dyes, bleaches, or straighteners disrupts the keratin structure in a manner that reduces its tensile strength. (2) The hair can become fragile and heavy fall out can occur with brushing or combing.

The use of thermal or chemical hair straightening, and hair braiding or weaving are examples of styling techniques that place African American women at high risk for various "traumatic" alopecias.(3)

The key to stopping traction alopecia is detecting it early. Hair styles that put unnecessary strain on the hair root must be changed for "looser, more gentle hair style. Women, African-American women, who suspect they may be vulnerable to traction alopecia should take action immediately to change their hair style or treatment methods and by all means, take the time to see a dermatologist. Professional hair stylists specializing in braids, cornrows, weaving and chemical processing should warn their clients about traction alopecia.

Unfortunately, no medical treatment is available to reverse late-stage traction alopecia. Hair grafts have been identified as the only practical solution.

Reducing the use of curling irons and hairdryers also helps, as the intense heat contributes to hair splitting. If cutting down on drying time is not an option, you can treat split ends by using thermal protection products, which are designed to prevent heat damage. If at all possible, let your hair air dry. Another way to treat split ends is to be nicer to your hair. Use a soft brush rather than one with plastic bristles, and be especially gentle when your hair is wet, as it becomes more fragile and prone to breakage.

There are a few home remedies to treat split ends at home. One is to mix vitamin E capsules with warm water and apply the mixture to your hair when wet. Plain coconut oil and almond oil are other great options: they can be left overnight or applied after washing. If you choose the second option, cover your head with a wet warm towel or a plastic shower cap for about 20 minutes to help the hair absorb the oils better.

Not matter how you choose to treat split ends, remember than healthy eating also contributes to hair health, so make sure you consume a balanced diet, or consider taking a multivitamin to balance your food intake.

To reduce tangles and get rid of split ends, brush your hair before you take a shower. While you’re in the shower, try not to bunch up your hair while you’re washing it. Make sure your hair hangs straight down, apply shampoo near the top of your scalp, and work the lather downward by gently working your fingers in a zigzag motion down the length of your hair. This will prevent tangles that encourage breakage when you brush after your shower.

Depending on the health of your hair it is about average to get it trimmed about every 6-10 wks. If your hair is more dry & badly damaged it may need a trim every 4-6 weeks.

The hair normally grows 1/2 in.- 5/8 in. a mo., if you only trim 1/4 in. every 6-10 weeks you will still gain length. If you get a trim every 4 weeks and have 1/2" cut off you will NOT grow length because you will be cutting what you gained for the moment.

Certain essential amino acids are found to control the thinning and thickening of hair in laboratory animals. For example, when rats were fed a diet deficient in magnesium, they lost their hair in bunches. The situation was even more serious with some other B-vitamins. When rats were fed a diet low in biotin or inositol, they became hairless! This nutrient-deficient condition was found to be reversible. When the rats were fed a diet that was rich in B vitamins, it resulted in the complete restoration of hair.

Men deficient in vitamin B6 often lose their hair. When they are deficient in folic acid, some men became completely bald! As in case of animals, when normal intake of theses vitamins were restored, the hair also returned in most instances.

Taking large doses of vitamin A (100,000 IU or more daily) for a long period of time, on the other hand, can trigger hair loss, but stopping the vitamin A will reverse the problem. As in case of deficiencies, often the hair grows back when the cause is corrected.

Essential fatty acids (flaxseed oil, primrose oil, and salmon oil are good sources) improves hair texture. Prevents dry, brittle hair.

Raw thymus glandular stimulates immune function and improves functioning capacity of glands.

Dosage: 500 mg daily.

Caution: Do not give this supplement to a child.

B-Vitamins

B vitamins are important for the health and growth of the hair. Foods rich in B vitamins include beans, peas, carrots, cauliflower, soy beans, nutritional yeast, bran, nuts and eggs. Take a vitamin B-complex and supplement it with the following additional B-vitamins for best results.

Vitamin B3 (niacin) - 50 mg 3 times daily.

Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) -100 mg 3 times daily.

Pyridoxine (vitamin B6) -50 mg 3 times daily.

Biotin

Biotin is very important for hair health. It is needed for healthy hair and skin, and may even prevent hair loss in some men. Eat plenty of foods high in biotin and/ or take it in supplemental form. Good food sources of biotin include brewer's yeast, brown rice, bulgur, green peas, lentils, oats, soybeans, sunflower seeds, and walnuts. You can also use hair care products containing biotin.

Dosage: 50 mg 3 times daily.

Inositol

Inositol is vital for hair growth.

Dosage: 100 mg twice daily.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C aids in improving scalp circulation. It is important to maintain capillaries that carry blood to the follicles.

Dosage: 3,000-10,000 mg daily.

Vitamin E

Vitamin E increases oxygen uptake, which improves circulation to the scalp. It improves health and growth of hair. Since hair health is tied to the immune health, vitamin E is believed to stimulate hair growth by enhancing the immune function.
Dosage: Start with 400 IU daily and slowly increase to 800-1,000 IU daily.

Zinc

Zinc stimulates hair growth by enhancing immune function.

Dosage: 50-100 mg daily. Do not exceed this amount.

Other Nutrients That May Help Hair Health

Coenzyme Q10 - Improves scalp circulation. Increases tissue oxygenation. It is also very important for heart health. Take 60 mg daily.

L-Cysteine and L-methionine

Two amino acids belived to improve quality, texture, and growth of hair. They help prevent hair from falling out.

Dosage: 500 mg each twice daily.

Warning: Always consult your doctor BEFORE you undertake any new type of vitamin, mineral program or herbal program of any type to make sure it does not interfere with any medical treatment you may currently be on.

However, if you are under severe stress it is helpful to reduce the stress as much as possible. Consider meditation or relaxation as a way to cut back on any major stress in your life. Your hair will love your for it.

Another secret hair helper is rest and sleep. It has been discovered that to grow faster, hair needs an adequate amount of sleep (7-9 hours are suggested).
Hair Growing Tips
Some hair loss experts have discovered that people have excellent hair growing results by following the Zone Diet, which is low in fat. Many other hair care experts recommend the Zone Diet as very helpful for hair care concerns.

Here are some other hair growing tips:

Eliminate or cut back on smoking, caffeine and carbonated sodas which weaken the body and block maximum hair growing potential.
Eat a healthy diet. Avoid foods that are high in sugar or fat.
Treat your hair like a piece of fine old lace. Treat it carefully avoiding any unnecessary brushing, combing or handling.
Avoid use of hot water, hot blow dryers or other hair care tools that may stress the hair.
Have a weekly scalp massage to provide stimulation to the hair follicles.
Do a series of ongoing hot oil treatments to protect the hair's shaft.
Have regular trims to eliminate split ends and allow the hair to look and feel healthier.
Get plenty of rest and sleep to allow your body to grow hair.

I have met people whose self esteem was destroyed by bad hair. It ruined their lives. The idea that extensions could help them have a normal life is a great thing. People suffering from cancer treatments, alopecia or other heredity hair and scalp problems can conquer hair loss issues and feel a lot better about their looks.

In some cases I have seen how hair extensions added to women and men with thinning or hair loss problems because like new people overnight. It is very exciting to watch the transformation.

The most satisfying thing for me doing this work with hair extensions is to help people who are suffering needlessly from hair problems that have destroyed their own self esteem and their ability to function socially in the outside world.

It is a very rewarding opportunity to help people and I am grateful that I can do this work."

However I once again emphasize on the importance of healthy diet. For thick and healthy hair, you need to have an intake of a healthy and balanced diet. Try taking a balanced diet that contains nutritious food and don’t skip meals. Make sure your diet contains enough proteins and include fresh vegetables, eggs, fruits and nuts.
Take a multi-vitamin every day. More often than not, it so happens that our body is not able to get the desired vitamins on a daily basis. A good multi vitamin that provides essential vitamins for overall development should suffice.
Don’t wash your hair daily as it leads to breakage of hair and weakening of the roots. If you have extremely oily hair, consider washing on alternate days and minimize the use of shampoo. If the scalp is too dry, it leads to hair thinning as the naturally produced oil is essential for the hair to grow.
Avoid brushing or combing your hair when it is wet. The more hair breaks, the less it is thickness. Let it dry naturally and untangle with your fingers or a wide-toothed comb to get rid off the stubborn tangles and then comb gently.
Massage definitely works and gently massaging the scalp with your fingertips for 10 minutes daily will ensure your hair grows thicker. This is due to the fact that massaging will promote increased blood circulation in the head that will lead to healthier and faster growth.
Don’t treat your hair to harsh chemicals like hair color or perms and straightening solutions. This tends to deteriorate the quality of hair and makes it all the more weak and thin. So be happy with your natural hair and try to make it healthy for that gorgeous shine!

Caffeine
Sugar
Fat
Carbonated drinks

Also Hair loss in men and women may be due to different factors. Women's hair loss may be due to a gastrointestinal (GI) tract problem. To help correct a sluggish GI tract, women may want to increase their intake of low-fat yogurt with active acidophilus cultures. These helpful bacteria will help to speed the GI tract and, in turn, improve the overall health of hair.
Men may benefit from a low-fat diet. Hair loss is tied to elevated testosterone levels, and meat and fat in the diet act to raise these levels even more. By reducing fat and meat intake, men may be able to lower their hormone levels and thus slow the hair loss cycle caused by hormones.

Ignoring these perceptual differences, human hair seems to grow at a pretty consistent rate of about half a millimeter or so per day, or about half an inch every month so 0.5 inches a month (this study quotes a specific rate of 0.44 mm per day). It may grow faster or slower depending on your age, your genetics and your hormonal state (pregnancy seems to have an affect on hair), but half a millimeter per day is a good average.

What this means is that the maximum growth rate for hair is about 6 inches (15 cm) per year. If you have short hair and are thinking, "It sure would be nice if I had hair down to my waist," then you are going to have about a four-year wait.

Henna has safely colored and conditioned women's hair for at least six thousand years and it does a lovely job!
Henna has tannin in it and the tannin molecules bind into keratin (hair) molecules and make the fibers physically stronger, like winding threads together to make a stronger string. After you henna hair, it is softer, stronger, it tangles less, and the split ends disappear.

Traditionally, henna was believed to have the quality of "Baraka" meaning "blessedness" or "grace." It was believed to be able to avert the evil eye and thwart demons that caused disease, depression and misbehavior. Your regular hair dye never did that for you!

Henna is good for you and your hair, and you can use it as often as you like!

Everything on this page DOES have a sound basis in research and chemistry.

This page is here because people ask me questions about hennaing hair all the time.

If you henna YOUR hair, what color will it be?

Every woman's hair will come up a bit different with henna, because henna is natural vegetable tannin that stains your hair. Henna is a translucent stain. Hennaing your hair is like coloring with a red-orange crayon on black paper, brown paper, or manila paper. Hennotannin molecules lodge into the keratin of your hair and those molecules are red-orange. The color of the paper shows through the crayon and the result is a blend of the two. Thus, every person's hair will come up differently with henna. The henna tannin molecules are red-orange, and stain pure white hair the same color of a ginger cat's red fur. On dark hair, these molecules catch the light in the sunshine, so hair will be somewhat reddened and will have glossy red highlights with henna.

If your hair is blonde, henna may make it vibrant red or strawberry blonde.

If your hair is red, henna will restore vibrant red color and glossiness that you lose to age and sun damage.

If your hair is mousy brown, henna may make it rich red or copper penny red.

If your hair is medium brown, your hair may come up the color of an Irish Setter dog.

If your hair is dark brown, it will be deep chestnut with red highlights in the sunshine.

If your hair is black, it will be very dark chestnut with red highlights.

If your hair has gone all gray, henna may make it orange.

If your hair is brown streaked with grey, it may be rich auburn with red threads.

Totally gray hair may go tangerine if you don't use the best possible henna! To get a beautiful natural looking red or auburn over gray hair, use body art quality henna from one of the sources linked below! Mix it fresh, and apply it generously, leave it in for two hours or so, and reapply every month. Your hair will gradually become beautifully silky and deep rich natural looking red! Work the henna clear to your scalp-- it will help your hair be stronger and thicker, and it's good for your skin!

Henna always leaves my hair silky, easy to brush, thick, and well conditioned.

Who should NOT use henna in their hair?

You should NOT put COMPOUND HENNA on hair that has been straightened, permed, dyed, or bleached in the previous year. The results can range from peculiar to catastrophic. Goat vomit green and swamp bottom black are the most common color results. If you use BODY ART QUALITY HENNA on your straightened, permed, dyed, or bleached hair, you'll probably do just fine, but test first!

If you have used ANY commercial hair dye in the previous year, harvest your hair from your hairbrush and henna your spare hair to see if you get the infamous green or if enough of the chemical residue has rinsed out that you get nice results!

Compound henna over Synthetically Dyed Hair = DEAD HAIR!
I do mean dead. You can't fix it.
This is "shave your head and join a nunnery" dead hair!
Start over. Grow it again.

If you use body art quality henna on your hair, there won't be any problem.

How do you know if henna will make your hair totally beautiful or completely ruin it? Try some! Mix up a little bit of body art quality henna and try it on hair you've harvested from your hairbrush. Want enough to try twice (once to test and once to be sure)? Avert potential disaster!!

The Easiest most Foolproof Henna Mix:

Mix up the henna with lemon juice until it's the consistency of yogurt. Some ladies use red wine or vinegar to mix... Use anything that is acidic and smells good to you. No need to stink up yourself or the house. Let that sit overnight. You do that to let the dye release from the leaves. That's really all that's necessary.

However. . .
There are as many henna recipes as there are ladies hennaing their hair.

How do you Henna Your Hair?

Mix up a one-pound plastic margarine tub size batch of henna paste for neck-length hair.
Mix up an additional tub for every twelve inches of hair beyond that.

If you are a henna artist, save up your leftover paste in the freezer and add that to the mix.
Get the henna muck into your hair:

This is like trying to plaster a big hole in the wall. This is very messy. You will have to completely clean the bathroom after you're done with this. This DOES look like goose poop.
Send people who cherish illusions about your feminine perfection elsewhere for a while.

Put on plastic gloves of some sort (or else you'll have ORANGE hands) and work the thick henna paste into all of your hair, down to the scalp, and out to the ends. A big spoon might help or it might not. I just grab whole handfuls and work it in. Some people load the henna into used mustard squeeze bottles and squirt it in . You can use carrot bags to squeeze the henna into your hair. Henna won't hurt your scalp at all, but if you get it on your ears and forehead, wipe it off. Henna will stain your skin but the stain will go away in a day or two.

It doesn't seem to matter whether you apply henna to wet hair or dry hair. I wash my hair the day before and then henna when it's clean and dry.

sculpt it into a pile . Cover it with a sort of saran-wrap turban to keep it from glopping around the house. Henna can go flying everywhere, and will stain the cat if it lands on her.
Henna can stain silk wool, or other fibers if it lands there and goes unnoticed for a long while.
Don't sit on your best chair and don't wear your favorite clothes.
It doesn't stain bathroom fixtures ... or if there seems a little stain, just blast it with bleach and it'll be gone.

Leave the paste in your hair for an hour or five. If you can add some warmth, as in wrapping this in a towel and sitting in the sun in the garden, you'll get more color. This all looks absolutely gross, but if you sent everyone else away, who cares? If you really want intense color, put a dryer bonnet over your hair and cook it into your hair.

Then ... Rinse it all out.

Shampoo with a gentle shampoo to get the last out if you like.

Cleaning up the bathroom is going to be a job, as it will look like a heard of geese invaded and did something vile all over the place However, it all goes away with rinsing.

Some people have a problem with the henna scent that lingers in the hair a few days. It smells a bit like fresh hay. It's not near as bad as perm smell. It goes away.

That's it.

The henna color darkens over the next several days, so don't panic if you see orange. It'll mellow out. If you henna your hair every month or so the color will keep building up until it's all a lovely rich red. You can henna as often as you want. It won't hurt your hair.

Why is henna better than commercial hair dye?

Nearly all commercial hair dyes have P-Phenelynediamine or a variant of it. That is proven to cause delayed hypersensitivity reactions (blistering and sores on your scalp), is a transdermal toxin, is strongly linked with asthma. The dark brown and black commercial hair dyes may be linked to Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. Check out these warnings by the government and industrial safety standards if you want a wake-up call on dying your hair with that commercial stuff. If you want to cover your grey and love your liver, bladder, or unborn children, try henna.

Many people who use synthetic hair dye become sensitized. You may be reading this page because you get blisters, itching, wheezing or far worse from synthetic hair dye.

Henna won't hurt you.

Read the medical journal reports on death, cancer and severe illness caused by commercial hair dye, and more:

A very small percentage of people are allergic to pure henna. If you put a bit of henna paste on the inside of your elbow and leave it. If you have intense itching, chills, hives, and a tight chest within three hours, you are allergic to henna.
If you're fine at three hours, you are not allergic to henna and are free to use it on your hair.

The Benefits of Scalp Massage

A properly done scalp massage can increase blood circulation to the hair follicles, increase relaxation, decrease stress, condition the scalp, and boost the strength of the hair roots. The kneading pressure applied by massage warms the skin and opens up blood vessels to increase flow and boost circulation. Increased circulation means that the cells of the hair follicle will receive more of the nutrients necessary to optimal hair growth function. The rubbing motion promotes relaxation and feels good, thus increasing the production of "feel good" chemicals that work to lower levels of stress hormone in the body. Lower stress levels allow your organs to function more efficiently, thus boosting your hair follicle's ability to grow hair.

If you use nourishing oil during scalp massage the oils will condition the scalp, reducing the occurrence of dandruff and dry skin that can interfere with the hair growth process. Oils also condition the hair shaft and root lessening the chances of brittleness, hair strand breakage, and split ends.

How to Correctly Perform Scalp Massage

While any stimulation to the skin of the scalp can increase circulation, a properly done scalp massage can deliver all of the benefits needed for increased hair and scalp health. Begin by choosing a massage oil that is appropriate for your particular hair problem. Warm the oil by placing a small amount in a dish and placing that dish over a bowl of hot water. Dip your fingers into the oil and apply it to your scalp by using your fingers to part different section of your hair. Once your scalp is covered in oil you can begin the massage.

For the most benefits begin massaging your scalp at the hairline above your forehead and work your way back to the base of your skull. Use medium pressure while moving your fingers in a tight circular motion in order to promote relaxation and thoroughly condition the scalp and hair. Once you have reached your neck, begin the process again for the sides of your head by massaging from above the temple to the back of your head.

Once you have massaged your entire scalp with circular motions you can begin the process again, only this time use a little more pressure and more vigorous movements. This step in the massage will increase circulation for better blood flow and help remove dry or dead skin cells that can inhibit hair growth. Once the massage is finished leave the oil on your hair for at least thirty minutes to get the best conditioning benefits. After thirty minutes wash and style your hair as usual.

How to Choose a Massage Oil for Scalp Massage

The particular hair ailment that you are trying to treat will determine which massage oil you need for your scalp massage.

If you have brittle hair that is prone to breakage and split-ends you can use almond, sesame, or lavender oil to nourish the hair shaft and skin. Lavender is also a great choice for thinning hair since its properties help stimulate the hair growth process and balance oil production. Individuals with thinning hair can also benefit from rosemary or coconut oil. Coconut oil helps slow down the hair shedding process and rosemary stimulates hair follicles to produce new hair growth while inhibiting the natural shedding process.

Since good circulation is a key component in the natural hair growth process, scalp massage is a very enjoyable way to fight the problem of premature hair loss. For boosted relaxation benefits you can schedule this treatment at a salon or enlist a friend for help.

Along with the oxidizing agent, an alkaline solution is used. This lifts the cuticle of the hair, which in turn allows the oxidizer to reach the melanin. If this process is done to the hair too often the cuticle will fail to lie back down over the hair shaft properly and the bleached hair may look dull and lifeless.

If you have brown hair the bleaching process should be done in several steps to lessen the damage to the hair shaft. Hair passes through many shades of color before it reaches the desired white color. Brown first turns to red. It then passes through an orange stage and on to brassy yellow. Then the yellow hair finally turns white.

The same rules apply if you are highlighting strands of hair rather than the entire head. Most home highlighting kits come with the essential ingredients that are mixed right before the bleach is applied. Many kits come with a cap that is placed over the head. The kit should also include a hook for pulling the strands you wish to highlight through holes in the cap.

If you have a darker shade of hair and wish to bleach it, it is strongly advised that you go to a salon for the entire process. This will cost you more money and time but will leave your hair in better condition then if you are doing it yourself at home. Quite often a toner is applied after the bleach to rid the hair of some of the brassiness that might occur.

There are some tips to remember when bleaching hair. Hair bleach is hard on your hair. If you bleach your hair remember to get your mane trimmed at least once a month. Use a quality conditioner that is made to help the health of dry and processed hair. Damaged hair will eventually break off if not cared for properly.

If you choose to bleach at home always take safety precautions. Do not allow the bleach to sit directly on your skin. Keep bleach away from eyes, nose, and mouth. Do not attempt to bleach your eyebrows on your own. See a professional if you wish to do so. Bleach will discolor clothing and towels. Use old towels and wear clothing that is dispensable. Never use metal bowls or stirrers when working with bleaching products.

If you have hair that has been chemical straightened, permed, or recently dyed you should not use bleach. These processes also damage hair. The bleaching process may totally fry your locks.

Hair bleach is toxic. Consult with your doctor before bleaching your hair if you are pregnant. Remember to always do a strand test to test for allergic reactions. Repeated inhaling hair bleach can lead to damage to the airways. Always bleach in a ventilated area if possible.

The FDA has backed off of approving coal tar dyes; if the box has the patch test instructions, that's all it needs. The problem with continued use however,
is that someone can develop an allergy later on in life.

Another problem to the hair emerges when women have their hair straightened and colored, too. Also, overuse of dyes, dye sitting too long to develop, and other variables can damage hair. This will typically mean breaks in the shaft of the hair.

Under a microscope, a hair is not smooth but appears to have scales. These are proteins called keratins, in three different layers. Most dye can penetrate the layers, causing hair to dry out, produce fly-aways and create breakage that makes for open spots in the scalp.

Most of these poor results are not permanent, however. If you stop the coloring, hair should grow back. And the outer layer --- the cuticle --- has the scales; so when it accepts conditioning agents, it will get smoother.

A - An important question, and one that deserves an approriate answer.

We've all heard horror stories regarding hair extensions, and unfortunately we've seen the effects of the wrong extensions on the wrong people applied by the wrong person SIMPLE AS THAT!!!!Too many fakes claim to be able to do what they can't therefore abusing the beauty industry.

I want to erase these negative images of hair extensions .

To achieve this we believe that teamwork is the answer to having damage free extensions.

Our role is to provide;

damage free systems
a free consultation with detailed information to ensure our clients are aware of every aspect before making the decision to have extensions
thorough aftercare and maintenance advice
and to ensure;

each client's hair is in the best condition before application
each client gets the best system suited to their individual needs
clients are confident looking after their new hair
we are always available for advice
Our clients role as part of the team is to;

follow our aftercare and maintenance advice
return for scheduled maintenance and removal appointments
make the time and effort in looking after their extra hair
contact us immediately if and when they have a problem
As professionals we stick to our roles and thankfully because of this our clients stick to theirs, resulting in damage free beautiful hair.

Q - Will people be able to tell that I'm wearing extensions?

A - Have you ever noticed someone in the street and knew instantly they're wearing extensions? If so they obviously haven't been to us. We create your new hair by choosing a style and colour that matches your own hair, and expertly cut the extensions to blend totally naturally. Balance, colour, expert application and cut are the key to undetectable extensions.

Q - How long will it take to add extensions to my own hair?

A - It depends on what system and style you choose. Temporary extensions needn't be a long process like micro rings takes 2-3 hours only, however for bigger and more permanent transformations it can take up to six hours.

Q - How much will it cost?

A - That depends entirely on which system you choose, hair grade, length, quantity, colours etc. We offer a free consultation that will help to decide which method will suit your lifestyle, budget and style.

Q - Will my new hair feel heavy?

A - You will definetly notice you have extra hair, but it will not feel heavy no because we expertly balance the weight and volume of your own hair with the extension hair you will quickly get used to having a gloriously full head of hair.

Q - Will my scalp be able to breathe naturally with extensions?

A - Very much so!!The extensions are fitted 1/4 inch from the hair roots and scalp but do not block them, so you will be able to feel and touch your scalp as normal.

Q - How do I look after my extensions?

A - Your new hair will look and feel just like your own. We will discuss thoroughly all your aftercare needs during your consultation and provide you with your own aftercare information.

Q - Do I need to buy special shampoos and conditioners?

A - As long as you use quality shampoos and conditioners that are ph balanced and mild, then your new hair will continue to look fantastic. A proper hair extension brush is a must though as it's specifically designed to gently brush from the roots,and prevents you pulling out the extensionand helps removing everyday natural shedding.

Q - Can I use a hairdryer, hot rollers, hot sticks, tongs and other styling equipment?

A - Yes, as we always use 100% Human Hair, you can straighten, curl and style your new hair as you would your own.

Q - Is it safe to let my hair dry naturally?

A - Yes, you can treat your extensions just like your own hair. Wet extensions look just as natural and organic as freshly washed hair. Although we do advise you dry the bonds of any adhesive and resin systems as this will help to keep them at their maximum strength.

Q - If I fancy a new hair colour, how will that match up with my extensions?

A - Any extension hair we apply is perfectly matched in colour to your own. We recommend that you have your hair coloured ahead of any extension work.

Q - Can I get my roots coloured whilst I'm wearing extensions?

A - Don't worry, with most of our systems you can still colour your roots with the extensions attached. For any of our systems that you can't we can colour your roots when you come in for maintenance and then re-apply the extensions again.

Q - Can I just add highlights?

A - Yes, this is a very effective way of enjoying extensions and you can choose instant colour that your hairdresser might otherwise feel would be too damaging to chemically apply to your own hair. Hair extensions are a great way of achieving a bold new or natural colour.

Q - How long will my extensions last?

A - As we have several methods of application each one has a different timescale but your consultation will give you the relevant information.

Q - Should I give my hair a rest between extensions?

A - We encourage our clients to take a break between extensions, even if its only for a week or two. It enables clients to have their hair trimmed, coloured or conditioned, as some of the more permanent methods inhibit these procedures. Clip-ins are always on hand for any client who cannot live without their extra hair.

Q - Can I swim and play sport with my new extensions?

A - During consultation we assess a client's lifestyle and will match the best system to each client. For example any client who needs to wash their hair every day would be advised to try clip-ins as they won't get their full timeframe from other extensions as the bonds would be weakened due to excessive washing, and therefore a waste of money.

Q - Will i like my new extensions?

A - You will love them it's a transformation!

Q - What happens when my extensions are removed?

A - This again depends on what system you have in please refer to our hair extension page for more details. We guarantee that there are no harsh or damaging chemicals used in any of our removal techniques and preferably i remove it for you.

Q - Where does your human hair come from?

A - Real hair is Asian, Oriental, Russian or European, usually collected from India, China and European countries. It is collected as fallen or brushed, gathered together, and then sold to religious temples to be sold onto hair factories or is sometimes sold directly to hair factories from independant people. Once the real hair has arrived at the hair factories it is cleansed in a mild caustic soda solution, lightened and then permed if a soft wave or deep wave structure is required. The hair is then tinted to match the colour rings that are produced to match the required extension hair colours.

Micro-cylinder hair extensions: This gentle attachment method does not involve glues, heat, or chemicals. Tiny tubes (micro-cylinders) are used to attach the strands with a special technique to your own hair. Easy to install and easy to remove by an expert. Applied in the correct way this is a strong and safe method that will not damage your own hair. This method can also be used for weft extensions. The cylinders come in different sizes and colors but also in different qualities. This method can be used with the highest hair quality and with hair of a lesser quality, it depends on the salon.

Microchet hair extensions: One of the latest inventions in the field of hair extensions is a very gentle thread technique that is virtually undetectable. The process is quick and easy with no pulling or stress and no damage to your own hair. It is very comfortable and light, you can hardly feel it yourself. The attachment is so small that it can be applied on very thin hair and on areas of the head (temples, mid scalp, fore head) where most other systems can not. High quality human hair is used.

Invisible Strands: The extension hair is applied to a strand of your own hair using dental floss, the floss is then removed leaving an invisible strand. A sealant is applied to each extension to ensure that it lasts the duration of the process. The technician said that this method lasts from 8 months to a year. It could take 3 to 8 days to complete with 2 specialists working on your hair. The process does not cause damage to your hair. You care for your hair like normal.

ProHair Extensions: A gentle method of attaching synthetic hair extensions without the use glues or chemicals. The ProHair is braided into the hair using a 3 stem braid close to the root area, some of the extension fibre is wrapped around the braid and then heated with the ProStyles Heat Clamp. The ProHair shrinks around the braid locking it in place and preventing it from unravelling. Removal is easy as well, simply twist the heat seal until it fractures then the extension slides out without any damage to the clients hair. Gentle because it does not rely on tension or chemicals for application or removal. It is also suitable for all hair types European, Asian or Afro. ProStyles are the inventers of this method.

FLhair™ Xtensions strand by strand: This method utilizes a custom designed micro-cylinder shell. Small, weightless and strong each shell’s interior is coated with a Silicone compound to protect the hair from any compression stress. The outer shell is colored co-ordinate to match the hair color for truly sightless, gentle dependable connections. The uniqueness of this method is all the Remy Hair Strands come fully prepared with a shell and threader attached. It can be used for length or volume on all hair types, excluding medical hair loss. FLhair™ Xtensions Strand by Strand method makes it affordable and dependable for the stylist and client.

TemBond™ Hair Extension System: This gentle, non-adhesive bonding method is a process in which you dip and attach strands of extension hair to your own. The patent-pending TemBond™ is uniquely designed to create a secure hold for the extension strands without actually binding to the natural hair, giving the wearer a temporary bond that can be worn for months and applied themselves. Working with all hair types, and allowing reuse of the extension hair, the natural and non-toxic TemBond™ can be removed without chemicals or tools.

HairXtend hair extensions: Attachment is done with skilful manual application using a soft silicon pad that does not stress your hair. They supply only 100% cuticle hair.

Unique VIP Tubex extensions: This method utilize a polymer tube that shrinks at the bonding point for a comfortable, secure , and more unobtrusive bond.

Hairlocs™ hair extensions: This method is based on the same principle as micro-cylinder. No heat, no glue or polymer is used. The tubes are larger and have a different shape than the micro-cylinder but both are tightened to create the attachment.

Individual braiding: In this time consuming method extension hair is braided into your own hair

Secret 2: Start rinsing your hair with apple cider vinegar to remove product build-up that has collected on your scalp.

Secret 3: Start rubbing natural oils into your scalp. There are many benefits of massaging your hair, including stimulating circulation of blood to your scalp, which encourages hair growth. Try buying almond oil, castor oil, olive oil, jojoba oil, coconut oil(top winner), vitamin E or amla oil to stop your hair loss.

Secret 4: Visit your local store and purchase some coconut milk or aloe vera gel and gently massage either one into your scalp. This will not only moisturize your scalp, but also hydrate your hair roots. If you do not like the smell of milk on your head, then Tough LUCK but it works and that's what matters!

Secret 5: Finally start deep conditioning your hair once every week if you can with homemade protein treatment.I will explain those later. This will strengthen your hair, if your hair lack of protein has caused thinning and hair fall.

Secret 6: A Healthy Hair Eating Plan
Your hair is all protein. Thus, you need a protein rich diet, chocked fill of B Vitamins and other hair-strengthening nutrients. Increase your intake of fish. It is full of healthy proteins and essential fatty acids and natural oils your hair needs. In addition, drink a protein supplement or shake everyday. If you follow this plan, not only will your hair grow, but you will also lose weight. That is, of course, if you lay off the junk food.

Secret 7: Three: Drink Water
Eight to ten glasses of water is an absolute requirement. Drinking water flushes your body of toxins, chemicals, and impurities that stifle your hair growth and disrupt your hormone and enzyme imbalances. Water also transports the important nutrients your body needs throughout your body. Hate drinking water? Add lemon and Splenda to have a healthy, tasty alternative!!You need drinkable water and not Coke or diluted drinks!

Let me know your thoughts but in later discussion i will let you know how to make your hair grow!!!