Scalp Treatment for Dry Scalp

Dry scalp can be caused by many things, such as; lack of moisture in hair, poor diet, scalp condition, and even changes in the weather.
First you must determine if your scalp is dry or if you have dandruff, or a possible scalp disorder. Here a description of the difference between the two.

DANDRUFF
For people with dandruff, skin cells may mature and be shed in 2–7 days, as opposed to around a month in people without dandruff. The result is that dead skin cells are shed in large, oily clumps, which appear as white or grayish patches on the scalp, skin and clothes.
DRY SCALP
An alternation in temperature or humidity causes dry scalp. For instance, in the winter when the heater is on, the scalp is exposed to a drier environment and the result is peeling and flaking.

Here are some treatment options:
DANDRUFF
Anti-dandruff shampoos use a combination of ingredients to control dandruff. Salicylic acid (used in Sebulex) removes dead skin cells from the scalp and decrease the rate at which these cells are created. Zinc pyrithione kills pityrospora (the fungus responsible for dandruff). Selenium sulfide or Ketoconazole achieves the results of both salicylic acid and zinc pyrithione.

DRY SCALP
You will need:
Denmin Brush
Application Brush
Tea tree oil (3-4 drops)
Aloe Vera (one tea spoon)
Almond oil (one tea spoon)
Clarifying or Cleansing Shampoo (1/4 cup)
*Mix all ingredients together

First brush scalp thoroughly with brush, to remove build-up. Section hair into four and apply scalp-mixture with your application brush. Take 1/4 inch sub sections. Place a cap over your hair. Sit under the dryer for 15-20 minutes. Wet hair, shampoo with mixture. Then use a moisturizing shampoo. Follow up with a conditioner and leave-in before blow drying or wet setting hair. Use almond oil directly on scalp, very little (massage into scalp). Style as you desire. Your scalp should feel rejuvenated!

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Ombré Hair Technique

Have you heard of the new craze?? Ombré, it is a hair coloring technique, whereas the roots to mid hair shaft goes from dark to light, with even lighter ends. It shouldn't look like you went too long with out coloring your hair.
The best way to achieve this look is to apply darker hair color from root to mid shaft (hair), then use lightner (bleach) or lighter tone hair color on ends. Apply with a color application brush or tooth brush being sure to use uneven strokes. This will ensure the color will have a nice blended affect versus showing a line of demarcation.
If done at home, you can use a box color kit, but I highly recommend to have a professional perform this service.
This is how to achieve the Ombré hair technique.

Natural Hair tutorial

What is natural hair? Natural hair is hair that has not been chemically treated, which is what we refer to as virgin hair. It is free of color, perm, relaxer, or any other chemical processes. Chemicals automatically change the texture of your hair. Please consider this before beginning chemically treating your hair if you want your hair to remain virgin.
The healthiest hair is free of any chemicals. Does this mean you can not have healthy hair if it's chemically treated ? No, it just means you have to take extra precaution with the preparation, process, and post treatment of your hair. It is also best that you seek a professional to perform these services to ensure it is administered properly. Stay away from box hair color and using two types of chemical processes. Ex: relaxer and and color. Over time this can cause extreme damage to the hair, sometimes immediately depending on the strength of each product being used. If you are performing these procedures at home, read the manufactures directions on how to use product, as well as the safety precaution.
Another hair process that can potentially damage you natural hair is straightening. Yes, this includes flat ironing, pressing, and curling your hair. It is possible for your hair strands to completely reform from coiled to straight without returning back. This heat damage can cause shedding and breakage.
It is important to keep these things in mind when caring for your Natural hair. Please read my Blog "Natural Hair Care Tips"

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Aurielle

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Natural Hair Care Tips

Hair Tips:
-keep a healthy diet, consisting of h2o and lots of vegetables (refer to my blog "Your hair and skin is a reflection of your diet".
-take vitamins, multi vitamin and include biotin or hair and nail supplement (check with Dr.)
-use natural oils such as, jojoba oil, olive oil, carrot oil, almond oil, hemp oil etc. You may add them to your conditioner for extra moisture. Use on hair and scalp as needed.
-trim your ends, this does not make your hair grow. It only ensures that you will not have split ends that splits up the hair shaft, creating more damage. Your ends should be trimmed every 6-8 weeks. If you are using a chemical process, every time you chemically treat your hair.
-use a cleansing and moisturizing shampoo. Cleansing or clarifying shampoos are used to remove any dirt or build up present on your hair. Follow up with a moisturizing shampoo to replenish hair. You have to put back in what was taken out of the hair.
-always condition your hair after shampooing. Use moisturizing and/or protein conditioner based on your hair's need.
-Deep condition your hair weekly or bi-weekly. For deeper penetration place a plastic cap with steamed towel or sit under dryer. Treatments should last at least 15 minutes and up to 1hr. Unless directions say otherwise.
-when styling hair avoid too much tension (used in braiding or setting), minimize the use of heat (no more than once a week in between shampoos).
-properly detangle your hair by using a wide tooth comb. Starting I the back of the head at the nape area. From the ends of the hair to the root. Be gentle when combing.
-also avoid the over use of hair ties, rubber bands, hair clips, and bobby pins. Always remove at the end of day.
-tie your hair every night with a satin or silk scarf or sleep on a satin or silk pillow case. Cotton absorbs moisture which can potentially break your hair.

This concludes your hair tips for maintaining healthy natural hair. If you have any comments or questions please feel free to leave them here or visit my website.

Peace and Love
Aurielle

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