Aug 20, 2008 7:34 pm US/Central
21 Things To Know About African American Hair
- There is a variety of textured patterns:
a. Straight
b. Wavy
c. Curly
d. Overcurly - There are three textures:
a. Fine
b. Medium
c. Coarse - Hair can be worn in a Natural State a. Afro
b. Curly
c. Straight w/flat iron
- Hair can be permanently straightened with a relaxer (sodium or calcium hydroxide).
- Relaxer retouches are applied on average every 4 to 8 weeks.
- Hair ends are trimmed or shaped after each relaxer.
- Hair color can be changed or enhanced by using permanent or semi permanent hair color.
- Highlighting with lightener can be performed depending on texture and condition of hair.
- Salon visits range from once a week to once a month.
- Haircut is the foundation for any style.
- Styles can hold shape 3 to 5 days depending on texture and styling agents used.
- Styles set with rollers or rods can hold 5 to 7 days.
- Hair is wrapped at night to preserve straight styles.
- Satin pillowcases and bonnets are used to preserve textured styles.
- Cream hair dress or moisturizers are suggested before wrapping at night.
- Shine and wax products are suggested for daily use as a protectant and enhancer.
- A hair dress or protectant should always be used before flat ironing or curling.
- Flat irons with excessive heat should not be used on a daily basis.
- Hair additions are added for fullness and or length.
- Additions can be a full head or partial head.
- Braids are options for vacation, vigorous work out schedule and relief from relaxers.
For more information go to contact Freddie J. at 214-642-5867.
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