Stop Afro hair from Breaking

First you need to stop using shampoos that contain harsh sulfates.These harsh sulfates will cause hair to break and not grow.The following sulfates will strip hair of its natural oils:

Ammonium Laureth Sulfate
Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate
Tea laureth Sulfate
Tea Lauryl Sulfate
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Make sure that your shampoo does not contain those sulfates.
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Step 2

Now you need to get a hair trim.If you get a hair trim you will get a rid of split ends.Which will help your hair to grow.You can get a hair trim about every 6 months.
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Step 3

Now you need to start doing deep conditioning protein treatments and moisture treatments,make sure that protein is balanced with moisture.To make your own protein treatment just add an egg to your regular conditioner.Then you apply this ,mixture onto the hair(WHILE WEARING A PLASTIC CAP).Leave on for 1 hour(without heat)Then rinse out.The protein treatment should be done once a month.
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Step 4

Then you will need to do a moisture treatment.To make your own moisture treatment add honey and organic virgin coconut oil to your conditioner.Apply to hair,with heat.(While wearing a plastic cap).Then rinse out.A moisture treatment should be done following every shampoo.
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Step 5

Stay away from heat!Heat is a major no no if you are trying to grow your hair out and stop breakage. Because heat strips the hair of it's natural oils and makes it more frailness.Braids is an excellent style if you are trying to grow your hair and stop breakage.Just make sure that the braids are not done to tight.
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Step 6

You need to keep your scalp greased everyday so your hair will not break off. However, you do not want to grease your scalp too much or it will clog the pores and stop hair from growing.When using hair care products make sure that they don't contain the following:
Petraulatum,mineral oil,these oils will clog the pores and stop hair from growing.
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Step 7

Time to massage.To get blood circulation to the hair follicule it is a good idea to massage the scalp.This will encourage hair growth.Just massage the scalp with the balls of your fingers,starting at the back of the head and working your way up. Afro Twists
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Step 8

You also want to keep your hair brushed and combed daily.Use a widetooth comb.But be careful not to overbrush or overcomb the hair.You can also use detangler to help you comb the hair easier.


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Cutting black hair

It may be challenging to cut African American hair, based on its texture and porous nature. Black hair is also exceedingly fragile. In order to straighten some of the curls, to obtain an even cut, it is best to wash your hair before cutting it. Most salons won't cut African American hair before it's washed. Typically, black hair is cut while it is wet.

You will need sharp shears. Your shears should be easy to manipulate. If you are left-handed, consider purchasing shears that are especially made for left handed users. Shears that are designed for haircuts
can be purchased from a beauty supply store.

Begin by washing your hair is and parting it into the first section, using a wide-toothed comb
. The teeth for the comb should have rounded edges, to prevent snags and breakage. Gently comb through the section, being careful not to tug or roughly pull through snags. Your hair is most fragile while it is wet, and it is more prone to breakage at this point. You should then be able to use two fingers in a scissor formation, and easily slide them down the waft of hair from the root to the tips. When you reach the desired area to cut, hold your cutting shears in the opposite hand and cut the hair straight or at a slight angle. If you are simply clipping the ends of the hair, cut directly above damaged areas or split ends. To achieve an even cut, take a small part of hair from the previous cut and use it to measure the next cut.

Continue this process until the desired length is reached. Comb through the hair and make sure that the cuts are even. You may want to use a water bottle to re-hydrate dry areas. Use your two fingers, in a scissor formation, to re-evaluate the length in certain sections. Typically, you may want to have a longer hair in the back and shorter hair on the sides. Use a hand-held mirror to see the back of your hair. You may want ask a friend for help in reaching some areas. If you would like a blunt or an even-cut, it's best to sacrifice damaged hair by cutting it. Don't try to save hair that is damaged, simply to add length to your style. The damaged hair will eventually break off, ruining your efforts. Keep in mind, that your hair may appear shorter when it is dry. Therefore, if you are cutting healthy hair, you should cut it at a length that is just a bit longer than your intended length.

You can dry your hair by sitting under a hooded dryer, using a blow dryer
or letting it air dry. Hair that is relaxed will straighten further by using a hooded dryer or a blow dryer. In order to prevent breakage, take special care when blow drying your hair while combing through it. Check your hair periodically to make sure that all sections are dry. Once your hair is dry, you are ready to curl it or style in your new cut. Enjoy your new cut, and save money and time by cutting your own hair.

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black Hair Care

The structure of Black hair prevents the hair’s natural oils from traveling easily down the hair shaft and also presents many breaking points. Every turn of the curl makes it weaker and this is why Black hair has to be handled with great care.
According to Renee, ‘Putting moisturisers and conditioners on virgin or natural Afro hair has a very limited effect. It’s a bit like water off a duck's back.’
It is possible for natural hair to reach a decent length. A regime of braiding and oiling the hair, keeps it soft and easier to manage. Also by using wide tooth combs to comb hair and avoiding excessive blowdrying, you can limit hair breakage.
Braiding can help grow hair especially if it isn’t too tight, as the hair has a chance to rest without the breakage caused by combing. Many women also find that their hair has grown after wearing a weave especially where the hair has been braided underneath. Unfortunately the length gained can be lost by not regularly conditioning afterwards and relaxing too soon. ‘Women are inclined to use heated appliances such as tongs, irons and hot combs to get their hair into shape.

This combined with chemical use, compounds the basic problem by adversely affecting the hair’s tensile strength, resulting in the hair structure being eroded, causing it to progressively break, ultimately affecting the hairline, overall density and length of hair....

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