It's been a long time, I shouldn't have left you

HELLOOOOO!!! I'm back. Or, like they say in the South BAIKKKK (you know, with the accent). SO, I have been extremely busy post relocation to LA but I haven't forgotten you all or the blog. ......what I want to broach today is the benefits and danger to using castor oil. In experimenting on my own hair, I have found that castor oil, which is supposed to benefit your hair greatly by causing thin hair to thicken can also be dangerous. I say dangerous b/c of its viscous nature. It is incredibly thick and can cause the hair to be tangled and eventually come out in large quantities. Instead of using it alone, try diluting it with a good deal of water. In addition, it is decent to use as a pre-wash treatment. But, again, be incredibly careful because the texture and nature of castor oil is such that if you do not use it correctly, you will loose hair and end up with an even thinner head of hair than what you started with. We'll be talking more frequently, and please send any questions you have to me!

Pureology

So, as a person who makes hair products myself, and a person who is very big on using organic based products on AA hair, I actually highly recommend Pureology products. Although they are super pricey, and I mean super pricey, they are really fabulous. They even have a line of products that contain zero sulfates. Remember, from a previous blog that sulfates are our enemy. Now, getting to the reason why I am recommending to you a bottle of shampoo that is, on average, $25 for a 10oz. bottle? In line with my philosophy, it’s the ingredients and how healthy, light, and smooth your hair feels after using Pureology Shampoo and Conditioner. Especially after using the super smooth and hydrating shampoo and the hydrating conditioner. It’s like giving your hair the milk bath that other products claim to be able to give it, without going to the salon. In fact, getting intimate with Pureology could cause you to become super distant from your hairdresser. They'll start putting an APB out on you at your salon. Let me know how it works for you!!!

Flax Seed Oil

Another of my secrets to having long, fab to the max hair is flax seed oil. It contributes to hair growth because it contains essential fatty acids, omega-3 and omega-6. It is, essentially, a healthy fat. In addition to aiding in healthy hair and nail growth, flax seed oil is a really great source of protein and also aids in reducing cholesterol, and works toward overall heart health. So, if you are looking for another supplement to add to your diet to aid in your hair health…..FLAX SEED OIL!!