HUMIDITY, a curly girl's worst enemy? / Humedad, la peor enemiga de los rizos?

As many of you know- specially if you follow me on instagram, lol - I was in Miami for 5 days thanks to +Latina Mom Bloggers  and Cara B naturally, this was a great experience full of connections and good new friends. The first day I was "almost" the only one with curly hair, the natural hair movement in the Latin community is not as strong as in the black American and as I used to do in the past when a major event was coming we ran to hair salon and straightened our hair to look "perfect" -I have one million problems but that is not one of them- Anyway, by day two the curls came out; did they get inspired by the big curly girl (me) or was it the humidity? (Humidity is the amount of water vapor in the air)

As you likely well know by now, humidity can be tough on curly hair. Curly hair tends to be dry and therefore vulnerable to humid air -- it simply wants to soak up moisture. This causes cuticles to expand, which causes frizz.

Hair is made up of three layers, the cuticle, cortex and medulla. The cuticle is the outermost layer, composed of keratinized scales that protect the inner layers. The cuticle layer also affects the appearance of the hair. The cortex is made up of two protein layers, sandwiched side by side, and this layer also affects the hair's appearance. The medulla is the innermost layer and does not influence the hair's appearance or texture. Hair proteins are composed of long chains of amino acids containing hydrogen, sulfur, carbon and oxygen ions that hold the hair strands together and determine the texture and curl pattern. The combination of these ions also forms water within the hair shaft. OMG! and don't think I am genius, nooooo, I took this info from Ehow 

Hair texture is also determined by three different types of bonds: hydrogen bonds, salt bonds and disulfide bonds. Salt and hydrogen bonds are easily affected by heat and moisture.  When the hair encounters moisture in the air, it relaxes the salt and hydrogen bonds, allowing the moisture to penetrate to the cortex. The two protein layers, within the cortex, absorb the water and swell. Because the two protein layers have different composition, they absorb water at different rates, causing the shaft to swell unevenly. This uneven swelling causes breaks in the cuticle. This jagged unevenness is what's known as the frizzies. Interestingly, a lack of moisture can also cause frizz. Hair always has a small amount of water and, if over dried, the shaft becomes brittle causing the cuticles to rise, creating a frizzy appearance. ☂

humid weather = big hair 

So, How do you fight Humidity?

• Look for sulfate free shampoo and only use it when you really need it; I follow the co-wash method and this method is basically wash your hair with conditioners instead of Shampoo ( I use shampoo once a week)
• Look for moisturize conditioner to wash and detangle your hair.
• Deep condition your hair at least 2 times a month.
• Alway use a leave-in and or a  define curl cream
• Invest in a satin Pillow case.
• If you must use heat,  use a heat protector and an anti frizz product.
• Dry gently with a microfiber towel

Honestly if I would live in a place with weather like Miami I would never ever flat iron my hair, because it is a waste of time and money. My hair reacted the way it always does; how ever it wants, and I am ok with that, I let him FREE. Let it free, Let it free ☺

I wouldn't mind a little frizzy hair to be back in Miami, specially last Saturday: Physically and mentally perfect  ♡♡♡

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5 tips to winter ready Curls / 5 Consejitos para unos rizos hermosos durante el invierno

Winter time can be very hash with our hair, because of the indoor heating and lack of moisture in the air..

These tips will keep  your hair moisturized and Camera holiday ready.

1.- Keep your scalp clean, and I don't recomend or use shampoo regulary, I am not the type of curly girl that will go months without shampoo. I need shampoo in my life to keep my scalp clean and fresh.

2.- A good deep treatment: a Deep treatment is crucial all year long but during winter season you need to do it regulary and when I say regulary I mean it, not every month or every two months but every week..

Look for one that best fits your budget and hair type, "read the labels, pay attention to your hair".

3.- Invest in a steamer; Yes I love steamer, not only is it therapeutic and a relax moment for me, but your hair will love it and will thank you for it. Huetiful steamer is the best at home choice.

4.- keep those knots out... And this in fact is extremely easy to do, all you have to do is keep your hair moisturized daily and I mean DAILY. Try a water base moisturizer, you can use oil on your scalp and the leave-in for the hair, I love this combo.

5.- Protect your hair from extreme weather, You can do a protective style or just hide away in a hat or bonnet. To avoid frizz try using a satin cap under.

Keep one word in mind besides partying and holiday, lol: MOISTURIZER, MOISTURIZER, this is the key to shiny, manageable, tangle and break free hair...

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My top Fall Moisturizer /Mis Productos Favoritos Para Humectar el Cabello Este Otoño

In Fall, the moisture is lifting from the air and dryness is setting in. So the most crucial part of having a great hair is to find a way to add moisture to it.. Here are two products that help my hair to be moisturize all year long, but with especial attention during fall-winter months, your natural hair will thank you big time..

CURL & STYLE MILK by: Shea moisture 

What's in it?

Nucifera (coconut) oil (denotes certified organic ingredients), Isopropyl Myristate, sugar starch, silk protein, essential oil blend, Melia Azadirachta (Neem) seed oil, Caprylyl glycol, Sorbitol Esters, algae extract, Hyssopus Officinalis Extract, Salvia Officinalis (sage) leaf and Equisetum Arvense Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa (carrot) seed oil, Lonicera Caprifolium (honeysuckle) flower and Lonicera Japonica (Japanese honeysuckle) flower extract and Tocopherol (vitamin E).

Available in Target, Walgreen and CVS the price is amazing $9.99 and it leave my hair super, mega moisturize, soft, shiny without weight it down. I almost forgot the tropical coconut scent, yum, yum.

CREME BRULLE FOR KINDS, CURLS AND COILS by: Beija Flor 

The formula starts with an infusion of healing herbs such as rosemary, burdock and Marshmallow root. Murumuru Butter, Aloe butter, Shea Butter, Coconut Oil and Grapeseed oil add shine, moisture and protection.

In total, an infusion of 13 premium natural ingredients create a light cream texture that is perfect for all natural hair types.

What I love about it? 

• Scent
• price, $14.00 get it here 
• The easy use me Jar.
• Non greasy.
• leave your hair pillow soft
• The perfect moisture without weight it down.

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Hard Water and Curly Hair/ Las Aguas Duras y tu Cabello Rizo

One of the biggest natural hair myth of all time is water related, my mom and her mom always say to me: Do not wet your hair or it will fall off. I grew up thinking that water was bad for my hair, but it is not true; you can wet your hair as much as you want, in fact curly hair loves water, I know mine does, I even carry a spray bottle on my purse just in case it gets thirsty.

But theirs one type of water that my hair can 't tolerated and it is Hard water.

Water becomes hard when minerals such as calcium, magnesium and copper are present. The minerals deposit on your hair, coating your hair follicle, leaving behind a residue that's difficult to wash out. Some people think that water alone can't be the problem of dull, unmanageable and very dry hair, but it did happen to me on my recent trip to Dominican Republic, so,...I know it is real. 

Calcium makes the hair seem heavy. It is also hard to rinse out and this is why the scalp often seems flaky.

Iron leaves it feeling brittle and dry. Split ends appear and the hair will need to be trimmed on a regular basis. The discoloration comes from copper and it can  pull down curls.

Magnesium seems to combine all the problems of the others. It makes curls drop, leaves the hair dry and takes away the shine.

Hard water can also make colored hair look brassy

The biggest challenge comes because hard water and soap do not go alone really well, making it very difficult to lather. If you notice that your shampoo doesn't lather well, you might have hard water. 

First test your water. Inexpensive kits can be purchased at any home improvement store and are free from most water softening companies.

To fight the effects of hard water on your hair, start by switching to a chelating shampoo.

Chelating shampoo is similar to clarifying shampoo but chelator focus on remove minerals. Since our hair gets dry very easily I don't recommend using it more than twice a month and  alternate with your co-washing. Always remember to moisturize and hydrated your hair daily.  Some women use drinking water to wash their hair, and personally I think if you have the budget for it, it is a very good idea

  

        

 Share your comments and thought about it?

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Transition your hair into Fall season../ Revitaliza tu cabello despues del verano..

Picture from Google image.

Summer is almost over and autumn is around the corner, this is a season filled with changes that not only affect the weather bringing strong winds and lot of rain, but changes in our skin and hair.

You may experiment hair loss during summer month and this is because we sweat a lot and the pores on the 

the surface of the skin spread to release sweat, causing the hair to weaken and prone to falling off. Itchy and irritation on your scalp also comes in the summer, this could make you scratch your head which could cause hair fall to get much worse.

Summer season could trouble you by causing a lot of hair fall, but it is proven that during summer your hair grows  at a faster pace. During summer the blood circulation in our body is much more efficient than in winter or any other season. The reason is because of the warm weather our body heat increases and our body needs to work at a faster rate to reduce the body temperature. And when our body works at a faster pace, the cells in our body also develop quickly. Similarly, the cells in our hair also develop at a faster rate and thus, hair growth is improved.

No matter how good you take care of your hair you may experiment hair loss, dull hair and itchy scalp, now is not the time to complain about but to get them back to life, follow this easy step.

• Give your hair a fresh start with a Apple cider vinegar rinse or a Clarify shampoo. when you hair is super clean, any product you apply to it will penetrate more and can be more effective.
• Trim your ends to get rid of any open ends, giving your hair a more healthy appereance. 
• Try a deep treatment every week for a couple of weeks and after your hair gets into a healthy stage one or two a month should be enough.
•  I love daily moisturizer and If your don't use it "daily" Autumn is a good season to start preparing it for the winter, cold moths.
• Don't forget your diet, exercise and of course drink plenty of water. If you need a detox check mi pinterest board " for ever young" a lot of cool ideas about fitness. 

Check this outfit fall combination (coffee and all, lol), I know it will look amazing with our curly hair, don't you?

Picture from Facebook

HOW YOU GET YOUR HAIR READY ?

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Back to school, Back in shape / de regreso al Colegio, a ponerme en forma.

I love summer, but as a mom of two, having them full time at home is no walk in the park, and can be quite a challenge to do my normal routine like exercise. Even though I tried to eat healthy that 9:00 pm Pizza was present more than once..

My kids are back to school, YESSSSS, and I am back to regular exercise, I am also thinking of doing some detox, fast diet to give me some initial motivation. I found this diet on pinterest and I think I can do it. I will start it next week August 20 and will keep you post it on my result.
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What do you think? 

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It is possible to have perfect curls In the Caribbean weather? / Rizos perfectos en el caribe.

traveling with curly hair can be quite a challenge, Variation in the weather can possibly ruin any type of hair, especially if your hair will be exposed to extremely hot weather. Every time I travel to the Caribbean my hair tends to get a little dry and in the summer month can be quite a challenge. Summer fun comes with dry hair and sometimes even break. If you live in tropical weather or are traveling there, you need to focus on properly hydrate your hair and your whole body.

Follow these Tips with me to achieve a perfect Tropical  curly hair:

• Take Vitamin C it is a great antioxidant, that  not just helps your hair follicles through nutrition and rebuilding damaged cells, it also helps the entire body stop or avoid the development of dangerous cancer cells.
• Use only lukewarm or cool water to wash your hair instead of  hot water; the temperature of the water aggravates the effects of the weather and could strip off your hair’s natural moisture.
• Use a mild Shampoo, sulfate free is the best option.
• wash your hair right after getting in the pool or the beach.
• Add some droops of oil to your shampoo and even to your conditioner.
• A light daily leave in is a must do. 
• drink plenty water.
• Good luck, lol

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Do you need to change your hair products as the seasons change?/Es necesario el cambiar tus productos para el pelo en cada temporada.

Elle Varner

Doesn't it happen to you that your favorite shampoo, conditioner, and Style products don't work the same in every season? If your answer is no you are a very lucky curly girl. This happens to me in every season, my hair has different needs as the weather changes..

Changing shampoos and conditioners every season to meet your hair's changing needs—sports, sun, and dry heat all create different hair challenges. Even if your hair is in great shape, treat yourself to a deep-conditioning treatment at least once a month.

In Winter, the cold weather will make the hair feel dry and full of static. You  will require products with more moisture and might even need a heavy daily leave in, or a weekly deep conditioner. 

In Spring, there’s a transition from the dryness of winter to the moisture from the rain and the impending humidity of the summer. I would back down from the heavier conditioners using lighter ones. Begin to protect the hair from the increased expose to the sun. Keep the cuticle sealed, so it won’t absorb the moisture in the air.

In Summer, on the other hand, we have the heat and most cases added humidity. Due to the rise in temperature, the cuticle will swell and the hair fills with moisture if humid. This will cause the hairs to separate from each other making it frizzy and unruly. Use products with UV protectants and pH restoring qualities to help close the cuticle. 

In Fall, the moisture is lifting from the air and dryness is setting in. It might be necessary to remove chlorine or heal sun damage.  Begin using slightly heavier conditioner to get your hair ready for the winter.

If you need to put your natural hair products on hold, try storing them in the refrigerator.

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Hair texture change / Cambio en la textura del cabello.

I notice that my 6 year old daughter's hair is changing its texture a lot lately to the point that it is really hard to curl it self, if I don't do tiny braids and leave it on for a few days; her hair is not straight either, so it is a little complicated and quite a challenge to  do styles.

Why hair change its texture? There are no specific information on why this happened, but some hormones are involved in this process. Medications can also affect your hair type,Chemotherapy after hair loss can be followed by new hair growth sometimes curly, fine or even a reddish color like. Also Thyroid problems and medications can result in frizzy hair and yes, over abuse of Chemical like relaxer can lead to texture change.

No matter the hair you were born with, curly or straight is more likely that your hair your changes. Age is the biggest factor in texture change, if this happen it's most likely to stay that way.

baby Liah's hair

As your skin ages, so does your hair. The bulb is surrounded by a sheath of collagen, which connects to micro-vessels that deliver necessary nutrients for thick, shiny hair. With age, the delivery process slows down, which noticeably affects your hair in terms of strength, shine and growth.

It is very common to new natural to notice some texture change because of physical and chemical hair abuse. The key is to find products that work for your new texture and find the perfect balance between protein, moisture and hydration.Once you find what is best for your hair texture, frizzy and unmanageable hair will turn into beautiful cascade of curly hair.

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Summerize your curls/ Veraniza tus rizos

Summer is the perfect season to wear hair accessories, you can add flowers, feathers, scarfs, some colors and you are ready to go, here are some of the accessories that I will be wearing, please share your ideas and share and pin the post if you like it...

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El verano es la temporada perfecta para usar accesorios  en el pelo como flores, plumas, pañuelos, hasta un collar como en la foto de abajo, siéntete en la libertad de usar colores que esta super de moda..Estos son algunos de los accesorios que yo estaré usando, siéntete en la libertad de compartir tus ideas y de compartir o pin esta entrada si te gusta.

picture thanks to SKB photography 

Looking for a save swimmer's natural hair products?// Estas buscando un producto seguro natural para nadadores

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The summer is finally here, it is all about beach, pool and out doors fun, but your hair overexposed to the  Sun, salt, chlorine and perspiration can make your hair dry and  brittle, specially if your hair is curly. You already read the tips I gave you to protect your hair and looking in the magazine I found this line specially for swimmers, That is not new you may say, but this one is all organic by Aubrey made with gentle organic rice extract.

AUBREY Swimmer's: the Shampoo normalizes and washes away salt, chlorine and impurities to fight brittleness and discoloration. neutralize odor. Safe for color-treated hair.

The Conditioner strengthens hair with amino acids and emollients for a healthy hair ..

Have you used these products? please share your experience with us, I just ordered today.. full review later... :)

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6 tips for super summer curls/ 6 tips para Rizos de Verano

All the elements of summer fun can be very hard for your hair especially if you have curly hair, But we won't stop having fun to have a perfect defined curl, right? we are free, we have more fun, we don't run from the rain, we are natural... :) 

Here are 6 tips to care, protect and love  for your natural hair ...

1.- you don't go in the sun without sun block, right? So don't let your hair be exposed to the sun without it either, You can buy some products with UV protection, but this recipe works wonderful to protect your hair from the sun:

 you will need:

An empty spray bottle

your favorite sun block

Water...

Instructions; fill 3/4 of the spray bottle with water and add about a spoon of sun block, shaky, shaky and spray on your hair before exposing it to the sun..

2.- Get advantage of the natural heat; coat your hair with a deep conditioning masque before lying in the sun, you will get all of the goods of a the ingredient doubled up by the heat.

3.- Keep your hair saturated before getting into the pool or the beach, Soak your hair with water, I also love to apply conditioner.Your hair will absorb the clean water and or the conditioner instead of the chlorine or salt.

4.-Use Moisturizing Products! The heat of the sun along with salt, chlorine or sand will open up your hair cuticles, stripping it of natural oils. Use a good conditioner every time you shampoo!

5. Use a Clarify shampoo after long expose to salt and Chlorine water.

6.-Have FUNNNNN

you may also like to read: Getting my curls summer ready 

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Cause and remedy for oily hair and scalp/ Causas y remedios para el pelo y craneo grasoso

It is really rare to hear a natural curly hair girl saying :-"My hair is so oily"-, but it does happen, and in response to one of my readers, I am doing this post that may not be so popular due to the lack of curly girls with Oily scalp or hair. This cause and Remedy works for any tipe of hair....

First I have to say that Oily scalp and Oily hair are different and you may have one or another or both....

An  oily scalp can be caused by several different factors. Heredity, hormonal changes, improper diet or environmental. If your scalp is excessively oily, it is important to keep it clean. Here are some helpful tips for treating an oily scalp.

• Use shampoos  for oily hair. More products are becoming available on the market that target an oily scalp while not drying out the rest of your hair. The key to controlling oily hair is to keep the PH balance correct with the right shampoo, and remove the sebum adequately from your scalp. To do this you need a shampoo that will tell you when this has been accomplished. A sulfate free shampoo will not foam when it is removing large amounts of sebum. It will only foam when you have removed everything that needs to be removed. If you have long hair you should apply the shampoo to the scalp without piling...

Enjoy Sulfate Free Shampoo

Size: 33 oz.

Cleanse sensor technology allows you to gently eliminate build-up without stripping color

With a stable and balanced ph, compatible with the hair and skin and gentle sulfate-free cleansers

This product only foams once the hair is clean and free of build-up

• Shop for products that are mild and have amino acids or natural cleansers. Avoid oily styling products, and apply these only to the ends of your hair.
• Make a home remedy by mixing mouthwash and an astringent like witch hazel. Using a cotton ball, apply this mixture to your scalp two times a week prior to shampooing.
• Switch shampoos if you don't notice improvement. Even with an oily scalp, shampooing may not be necessary daily. Try an every-other-day routine to see if you notice a reduction in oil.  Shampooing too frequently and overly hot water will dry out your scalp. This will cause our oil glands to compensate by overreacting and producing more oil. 
•  Conditioners often add oils to soften the hair. If you have to use one, only condition the ends of your hair.

Dr. Kari recommendation:

Find products that have the ingredients Jojoba Oil, Tea tree oil and Eucalyptus. All of these ingredients are excellent for regulating the overproduction of sebum (which is the cause of her oily scalp triggered by a hormonal imbalance or using too much of the wrong product.)  

Eden Bodyworks just released their new Jojoba Monoi line which is excellent for regulating the oil your scalp is producing. It also strengthens the hair and prevents breakage. She can also try using one of the pure essential oils listed above.

Oily hair often looks greasy and limp, shiny and lifeless. Oily hair is often caused by a dry scalp, so the best way to combat oily hair is to treat the scalp. At the base of each hair is a sebaceous gland. When the scalp is dry, these glands work overtime to provide moisture to the hair. The more hair you have, chances are, the oilier your hair will be.

A dry scalp can become irritated by harsh shampoos. It's best to use a mild shampoo and wash the hair every day to rid it of the oil build up. When using shampoo, you should try to avoid scrubbing the scalp and instead concentrate the shampoo away from the scalp and on the hair itself. After you shampoo, you should rinse your hair thoroughly with lukewarm or cool water, taking care to get all of the shampoo out. Soap residue left on the hair can make oily hair worse. A vinegar rinse with one part vinegar and four parts water can also help remove the oil from your hair. The vinegar can dry out the scalp, so do not get it on the scalp. If your hair is extremely oily, it is best to not use conditioner or use conditioner only on the ends of your hair.

A healthy diet can help restore the balance of your hair and scalp. Water keeps your hair soft and supple,stay hydrated. A diet rich in protein will help strengthen your hair and prevent split ends and breakage. Eat foods that are high in iron. Iron carries oxygen in the body, and lack of iron will starve the hair of the oxygen that it needs to be healthy. Zinc and copper can help guard against hair loss and maintain the vibrant color of your hair. Vitamin C found in many fruits and vegetables is also very important to ensure your hair remains healthy and encourage growth.

 Exercise is a good way to promote balance in your body and eliminates stress. Stress produces androgens, and androgens stimulate oil production by the skin. The more stressed you become, the oilier your hair will be. Try relaxation methods such as meditation and yoga. Both can provide stress relief, which promotes healthy hair.

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Getting my Curly hair summer Ready/ Preparando mis rizos para el verano

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Summer means Fun, sun and late night.....All this is true if after all that fun and party you don't regret your damaged, ruined hair....I always take care of my natural curly hair, but since the hot months aproached I take some extra care before, during and after Summer months....

Before the summer I start to take an extra attention to moisture, if during winter or spring I skip on my daily(not me, I mean everyday, lol) In spring I set my alarm so I won't miss one day...

Weekly Deep treatment is a must do before, during and after summer months...

pict. from Healthy Living via pinterest

Don't forget to drink plenty of water, if you are like me and sometimes forget to drink your water, this Technic(photo to the left) may help you....You are what you eat, it is very important to eat your fruits and vegetables all year around, but you have to pay more attention to this in the summer month to keep you hair and skin hydrated...

During summer and high hot temperatures, the sun ultraviolet rays produce an effect that seriously alters the elastic properties of hair, which manifests itself in a process similar to a mild chemical bleaching. Before sun exposure, it would take a series of preventive measures or precautions to prevent deterioration of our hair too much. To do this, most cosmetic brands have launched a series of hair care products specifically for the summer and protection sprays, shampoos with sunscreen or protective masks. 

soak you hair with conditioner (you can also mix it with sun protector cream) before getting into the pool or the the sea; The seawater alters the elastic properties of hair, decreasing its ease of combing and rendering its brittle and fragile. 

The Deep conditioner becomes a crucial part of your hair care regimen, you can use your favorite brand name ones and or combined with home made. Honey, eggs and olive oil are a great combination to use  at least twice a week to give your curl an extra moisture...Coconut oil and Almond oil helps hydrate your hair.

 A healthy and balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals like iron, strengthens the hair structure and provides shine.

Your scalp also suffers for the sun, hats and scarfs will protect your scalp....

Air conditioning is another agent that helps dry the hair fiber. To mitigate the potential risks, wet you hair with a spray bottle.

If you are thinking of dying your hair you may reconsider doing it after the summer, a colored hair needs extra attention.

After summer, it may be possible that after all this precaution you took before and during summer, your curls are a  little damaged, here are some tips;

• Cut the end to clean the hair (a good cut is essential after the summer)
• Splash of cold water after each wash to shiny hair.
• This remedy will bring those ends back to life: olive oil, moisturizing cream or whipped cream with egg yolk.
• If you do not use shampoo with a proper pH, I Know I don't, an Apple cider vinegar rinse will do the trick of removing any build up to give your hair a fresh start.
• If you want to restore hair in the summer you can put on a mask of wheat germ, mixed with water to a paste, after it has dried, wash the hair with a sulfate free shampoo.

how do you take care of your hair during summer months?

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Look your best natural hair updo with NEON/ Luce tu mejor estilo de pelo rizo con colores NEON

Thanks a lot to la Chica Fashion for these wonderful ideas for the spring neon trend. I love this colors...

Are you into NEON?

Gracias a la chica fashion por estas ideas para vestir, que creo que van super bien con nuestro color de piel y nuestro pelo rizo...

 Y tu.. estas en NEON?

             Chica Fashion in the web: Twitter Facebook Blog 

Spring most have accessories for Curly natural hair/ accesorios para la primavera

This is the perfect time to use hair accessories: headbands, ponytails and clips, head wrapping,  ect...
Here are some ideas and where to find it...please share any other links where to find cuties for our curly natural hair.. besos

                              Statue of Liberty inspired headband get it here  

..pict, from BoutiqueDeBandeaux

Tomoka's  twist has a large selection to accessorize your natural hair

Fan picture form Tomoka's Twist 

This is both a hair tie and headband piece from Afriquelachic.com

These coily branches are flexible and can be manipulated into whatever shape you like! get it here 

100% silk charmeuse. High quality.

Hand-dyed in semi ombre fashion to create levels of golden yellow, red, and purple. from Wasijiru

Spring Natural Hair Care and hairStyles/ Tus rizos y la primavera como peinarte...

Solange’s Spring Spread For Time Out Magazine 

Spring is nature's way of saying, "Let's party!... and it’s also the season when frizzy hair rise..

Why this happen?
Blame the Humidity 

Spring’s influx of humid weather can leave hair flat and squelch even the most zealous efforts at styling. This isn’t the time of year to force your curlz into an unnatural style, this is the time to embraces it.

As the weather starts to warm up and the humidity in the air increases, its time to change your conditioning habits. It doesn't mean that you need to stop conditioning, just make a few adjustments. If you deep condition once a week in the winter months, change it to every other week. If you use a heavy daily conditioner in the dry season, try changing to a lighter moisture  or balancing conditioner. The use of a light mix oil to seal the moisture is advise..

The rule of thumb with moisture is to listen to your hair. 

Blame the Wind

Rough winds are the nightmare to any natural hair,  not to mention that they create come  flyaways! The Wind grab at split ends and create the static y look, and if your hair is damaged or naturally coarse hair it worse, because of the rougher hair cuticles the breeze or wind have more to hold into.

This is the perfect time to use hair accessories: headbands, ponytails and clips, head wrapping,  ect... Also try products specially formulated for blustery days.

Blame the  Moisture 

April showers bring more than May flowers – they also add constantly changing moisture levels in the air. The problem? Frizz is caused by hair trying to soak in moisture from the air, so chances are you’ll end up with a frizz problem at some point during springtime shifts in the weather. 

Remember to not rub your hair with a regular towel,always use a Microfiber towel or a t-shirt.  Rubbing you hair with a regular towel wet or dry can cause further breakage on already weak strands, increasing your chances of frizz. Anti-frizz serum or your favorite leave-in conditioner and consider keeping some of that products in your purse, you don't know when you hair decide to behave bad and frizz.

Blame the Heat 

Hot air opens the hair cuticle, which leads to split ends, breakage, and duller hair color. 

To beat the heat, give your hair a blast of cool air using the "cool" setting on your professional hair dryer when you’re almost done blow-drying. Cold air closes the hair cuticle and seals in the moisture. Also consider trying use a heat protector if you must use hot tool.

Here are some cute style by Mahogany Hair Revolution Salon own by the one and only Dr. Kari, one of these styles definitely worth the investment..

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Reasons why your hair isTangled hair/ Porque se enreda mi cabello?

Here’s my problem: my nine years old daughter has long curly hair and I  spend 20 minutes even more  in the shower with a ton of conditioner trying to detangled her hair. After a lot of conditioner and 30 minutes in the shower separating every hair from every other – 2 days later it’s a tangled mess again. 

• Acording to Clara owner of Dominican hair Styling in CA if your hair is tangled it may be good time of a trim. 
• Always used a wide tooth Comb.
• Protect your curls at night, a Satin scarf, hat or pillow case are good options .
• Use a good detangling condition
• You might also consider using a leave in conditioner in your hair at night to reducing tangling while you toss and turn in your sleep.
• There is a medical condition that can cause hair to become excessively tangled. It’s called Uncombable Hair Syndrome and it occurs when your hair shaft is more triangular than cylindrical. Without examining your hair, it’s difficult to determine what your condition really is.

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