Natural skin/hair products

So glad I got smart when it comes down to using natural skin and hair products. There are so many advantages: You may not realize it, but when you wash your hair you are washing chemicals down the drain. The chemicals used in your hair don’t just stay on your head; they go down the drain and into the environment. Research have found this can have a negative effect on the world around us

Unlike chemically enhanced products, organic hair products can even be a healthy choice for women especially during pregnancy. Organic hair products tend to be more expensive but the price gap is not very wide. Plus, wouldn’t you be willing to throw in a couple more bucks for a product that will be beneficial to our health. When talking the pros and cons of each type of product into account, organic hair products are far more valuable

Chemically enhanced hair products may give you the look and feel that you want here and now, but they are damaging the health of your hair in the long run. Organic products are actually good for your hair. The more you use them, the healthier your hair will get. When you use hair products containing chemicals, you are exposing your whole body to those chemicals. You can’t rub shampoo in your hair or coat your hair with product without at least some of the product being absorbed into your skin and processed by your body. In a way, you are poisoning your body with small amounts of chemicals on a daily basis. By using organic hair products, you eliminate the unnecessary chemical intake that can be harmful to your body. These products will lead to healthier hair and a healthier body

3 clay hair detox

My favorite for the perfect hair cleanse – Bentonite clay – Moroccan clay – French green clay:  apply 1-2 month

Weekend ends

.. on this note

Persimmons

Persimmon fruit is moderately high in calories (provides 70 calories/100 g) but very low in fats. Its smooth textured flesh is a very good source of dietary fiber/recommended daily intake of soluble and insoluble fiber
Contain health benefiting flavonoid poly-phenolic anti-oxidants such as catechins and gallocatechins in addition to having an important anti-tumor compound – betulinic acid. Other anti-oxidant compounds found abundantly in this fruit are vitamin-A, beta-carotene, lycopene, lutein, zea-xanthin and cryptoxanthin. Together, these compounds work as protective scavengers against oxygen-derived free radicals and reactive oxygen species that play a role in aging and various disease processes. It helps prevent “Age-related macular related macular disease in the elderly
Persimmons are also a very good source of vitamin-C, another powerful antioxidant. Regular consumption of foods rich in vitamin C helps the body develop resistance against infectious agents and scavenge harmful, pro-inflammatory free radicals. It is good in many valuable B-complex vitamins such as folic acid, vitamin B-6, thiamin…etc. These vitamins act as co-factors for numerous metabolic enzymatic functions in the body. Fresh and dry Persimmon fruits also contain healthy amounts of minerals like potassium, manganese, copper, and phosphorus. Try one !Today

1 yr post relaxer ..

March 2016 marked one year since I have had my hair relaxed – length totaling roughly 15 inches around my scalp. Looking forward to celebrating years to come

Clay mix procedure

Rhassoul clay hair mask

I love this stuff; it works wonders on my hair

All you need: 1 c clay – 1/2 c Noni juice – favorite hair conditioner/mask – 1/4 c olive oil – plastic container – spoon/bowl

 

Progression

As I move forward in my hair journey I have leaned that natural products works best on my hair. These products have taught me that it’s very important to read ingredients on labels and to listen to what my hair wants

Castro oil:

Helps with hair regrowth and hair loss,makes the hair richer and darker,prevents split ends,treats dandruff and dry scalp,moisturizes the hair and makes it shine, works in an antifungal and antibacterial way and can prevent problems such as piedra, ringworm, and folliculitis

Apricot Oil:

Seal scales of the hair cuticle, in the same way that cement keeps together the bricks in a wall. Enables the hair to protect itself against external aggressions, and to reflect light (shiny hair). Make barrier: Also known as sealing. Prevent the water that absorbed by the hair from evaporating.

Absorb small amounts of water from the air’s humidity in order to help maintain hair hydration. Apricot Oil is also rich in Vitamins A & E. Vitamin supports skin health and repair, a wonderful property for those suffering from dry scalp, psoriasis, dandruff, or eczema. Additionally, help soothe irritated scalp, and soften fine lines in the skin

Vitamin E:

 supports healthy hair growth, and is believed to prevent hair loss. When combined with fatty acids, Vitamin E acts as a preservative preventing free radicals from eliminating their effectiveness. It also prevents UV damage, which is just in time for Spring and Summer

Argan oil:

 Often used as a hair treatment. It is extremely beneficial for hair and scalp, and is commonly used as a conditioner. Argan oil has a number of benefits when used on hair. It can act as a moisturizer for the scalp to fight dandruff and dry scalp. It can also promote the growth of healthy, strong hair as opposed to thin, brittle hair. It can even undo some of the damage done through chemical treatments and dyes, and can be used to treat split ends

Bentonite clay mask

I use this on my natural hair every now and again; its pretty good

1/2 cup apple cider vinegar – approximately 3/4 cup bentonite clay – 10 drops of essential oil of choice …optional- I used Lavender/Rosemary for hair growth

1 wooden spoon – 1 plastic or glass bowl. Stir well then apply

Natural instinct

Almost one year post relaxer – yesss! I wash / moisturize my hair every 2-4 week; with all organic essential oils and natural products