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  • Beer is Good for Your Hair

    If you like beer, then you may think it tastes good, but did you know it can also be good for your hair? Seriously, beer is good for your hair, although not so much for your body….

    Disclaimer: We do NOT condone underage drinking, but we do find certain alcoholic beverages to be helpful in obtaining naturally, lustrous, silky hair. So, we are sharing.

     

    Prepping Your Beer Rinse

    There is not much to this hair care regimen …it’s that simple.

    We like to use non-alcoholic beer, but alcoholic beer works too, just be sure to dilute it — use one half cup to 1 cup of water for each pint (16 oz) of beer.

    If you choose to use non-alcoholic beer like we do, then there is no need to dilute it, unless you and your hair feel the need to, because we find this rinse to be much, more nourishing as it is. Also, we found that the darker the beer the better the effects.

    What we do recommend though is leaving the container open for at least 2 hours prior to use, but most preferably overnight. This is so that some of the carbonation or fizziness escapes. This helps ensure better absorption into the hair strands.

     

     

    How to Use or Apply Your Beer Rinse

     

    Once you have washed and conditioned your hair, rinse out your conditioner very well.

    While your hair is still wet, apply or drench your hair with beer of your choice.

    Your can play around with several modes of application like using a basin. Or using a spray bottle. You can use a cup and apply in sections. But do keep in mind that you will need a bit of length for the basin method to work.

    Let this rinse sit in your hair for 30 mins and rinse with cool water. Then proceed to style as usual or you can apply your favorite leave in conditioner if your hair is in need of some extra TLC.

     

    Summary

    Beer rinses are great for all hair types and lengths and leave your hair looking silkier and feeling softer. We certainly think it is worth a try and is great to include in most hair care routines and regimens. Seriously, beer is good for your hair!

  • Use This Tea Rinse for Fast Hair Growth

    There are many tea rinses out there and this is one of the best plus, it is great for hair growth too! So, use this tea rinse for fast hair growth. It is simple to make and there is no need to wash it out.

     

    So What is This Tea Rinse?

    Guava leaves! Yes, guava leaves!  Yes, we know they may not be easy to get in some area . But there is always online stores that carry these and other exotic tea leaves. Or if you live in a tropical or moderate zone,  you can grow your own (provided you have a green thumb or knack for gardening).

    Making Your Guava Leaves Tea Rinse 

    Bring to a boil, a gallon of fresh Spring water; filtered water will work well too. Get a hand full of guava leaves, fresh or dried and place them in the water. Now, let it steep for two to three hours, but we find it best to steep it overnight.

    In the morning,  remove the leaves and save for one more use or simply compost them.

     

    How to Use Guava Tea Rinse

    Following a wash with your favorite shampoo and conditioner, do a final wash with this guava tea rinse and make sure to thoroughly drench your hair with it.

    Use this tea rinse after washing and conditioning your hair. But if your hair is naturally super oily,  then you can opt to skip the conditioner and simply use this nourish rinse as a final conditioning wash.





    You can choose to air dry or simply blow dry your hair with a good quality ionic blowdryer on a low or warm setting.

    A word of caution, if you are allergic to guava then avoid doing this tea rinse. Also, if you tend to be allergic to tropical fruits, then be sure to test this tea rinse on your elbow or somewhere inconspicuous and see whether you react to it within 48 to 72 hours.

    If you have any sensitivity issues like itching or blistering after using this tea rinse, then discontinue use or you may choose to use this rinse heavily diluted.

     

    Conclusion

    We hope you find this article usefully and choose to give guava leaves tea rinse a try. You can use this tea rinse for fast hair growth and you will see results in 2 to 3 months of consistent us. If you try this rinse and find it useful and you see a remarkable change in hair growth then be sure to share with us your results in the comments section. If you have pics you would like to share, please let us know and we will be sure to include them on our site.

     

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  • Coconut Oil | A Great Oil for Healthy Hair

    Coconut oil is a staple of ours and even though it’s been getting a bad rap lately, we think it certainly shouldn’t deter everyone from using it unless you have allergies or something…or just flat out don’t like it. Coconut oil is a powerful oil that if used correctly can mean great benefits for you & your hair health in the long run.

    Coconut oil is a relatively inexpensive oil that can provide your hair with a luxious look and feel, but without  the hefty price tag. It is loaded with nutrients good for both skin and hair and serves as a go to for pretty much anything including making highly nutritious meals. Just based on its versatility alone makes this oil a keeper in our book and hardly worth the bad rap.

     

    Uses for Coconut Oil

    When it comes to hair, coconut oil is one of the few oils that make our list and all because of its ability to provide even damaged hair lots of elasticity and a much needed boost when it comes to resisting further damage.

     

    Best Way to Incorporate Coconut Oil into Your Hair Regimen

    The best way to incorporate coconut oil is by using it before every other wash.

    You can use it as an overnight treatment the night before wash day for a deeper treatment.

    Or you can use it half an hour to an hour before washing your hair – we prefer this method.

    Simply apply it to the length of your hair and avoid saturating the scalp with it. We think that this is where most people go wrong. Plus they end up leaving it in for days at a time. And unfortunately,  this often leads to hair shedding.

    If you plan to leave coconut oil in long term… as in days at a time… then certainly do NOT apply it to your scalp, otherwise you will have noticeably thinner hair, less voluminous hair over the course of time.

    When you use this oil,  don’t use a heft amount! Use a quarter sized amount for one half of your hair and a quarter sized  amount for the other half of your hair.

    You can adjust the amount you use accordingly based on the volume and length of your hair. And all in all, there shouldn’t an overly greasy or saturated oily feel to your hair – less is more in this case (and a “dollop” will go a long way).

    Apply any residue left on the palm of your hands to the scalp. Do this step only if you are about to wash your hair within three hour.  Do NOT do this step if you are choosing the overnight process, it is not necessary….

    Coconut oil is so potent that leaving it on for an extremely long amount of time will result in it breaking down or weakening the hair strands and hair follicles. It simply isn’t meant to be used this way.

    If you find yourself needing daily oiling, then an emollient type of oil like castor oil or a protecting oil like safflower oil will serve you well.

     

    What are My Options If I Don’t or Can’t Use Coconut Oil

    You may be wondering, what are my options if I don’t  or can’t use Coconut Oil? Well, if you are looking for the benefit of added protection and healthy scalp and hair, then certainly  give  Safflower Oil a try.

     

     

    Safflower oil is great for the scalp and not only protects the scalp but improves the circulation,  all the while providing a layer of protection to the hair strands.

    Try adding a few drops of safflower oil through the length of your hair and massage the remainder that is left in your palms into your scalp. Follow it up with a small amount of castor oil rub throughout your hair. Do this for 2 to 3 months and you will notice a big difference  in your hair health. You can also give this great oil a try.




    Conclusion

    We hope our article convinces you to give coconut oil a try or adjust the way you use it and let it work for you in improving your hair health. It is certainly a great oil for healthy hair and if you don’t like it,  feel free to try our recommended substitutes. You are bound to notice a difference with either option you choose.

  • Hair Growth Help | Faster Hair Growth

    We all need a little help growing our hair at some point in time. Whether it is due to stress or malnutrition or just lack of proper care, hair growth help / faster hair growth is a must nowadays. We have all at some point in or lives realized that our hair suffers during hard moments in life and it often shows in the growth rate and condition of our hair. Stress along with other factors (internal and external) can cause intense scalp itch, dull; breaking, and slow growing hair that can put a dampener in your day to day look and feel.

     

     

     

    How to Get Faster Hair Growth

    For faster hair growth, it all starts at the foundation – your roots! Keep your scalp health, keep your roots happy! And you will get a good amount of growth. To accomplish this, cleanliness is a must. Some may disagree because, there’s ingrained thoughts or beliefs from childhood that a dirty scalp grows hair faster, but that is usually not the case.

     

    What Hinders Hair Growth

    A dirty scalp usually brings about scalp issues from dandruff to clogged follicles leading to hair loss. Fungal issues are definitely no fun and can be difficult to get rid off, so preventing them is best. Itching that can result from unhygienic scalp conditions can create issues like abrasions or open cuts which can result in infections, boils, sores which can lead to hair loss.

    Nurturing A Healthy Scalp to Foster Healthy Hair Growth

    To help nurture a healthy scalp, use natural shampoos with little to no chemicals. Clay shampoos are a great start not only as an alternative to store bought chemically laden shampoos, but is a simple and natural detoxifying scalp cleanser that helps nurture healthy hair growth. Click here for our recipe for the best homemade clay shampoo (psst, it’s what we use to help maintain waist length and thigh length hair in our family sans the harsh chemicals).

     

     

    Exercise for Healthy Hair Growth

    Yes, working it out is not just for building muscles. You get the added bonus of getting your blood pumping and in turn increasing your blood circulation. Your scalp is certainly one area that stands to benefit from increased circulation, as your blood carries the nutrients your lovely hair follicles need to produce hair growth.  More nutrients equal more growth. So get in the habit of exercising even if it is only for 20 minutes per day for 2 to 3 days out of the week.

     




    Healthy Hair Products

    We have used this recipe for years and there are so many variations you can make if you really think about it and turn on those creative juices.

    Once you have stocked up on your natural shampoos. You can look into natural conditioners and leave-ins.

    One great natural conditioner to consider is fermented rice water, its all natural, rich in nutrients that help foster great, healthy hair. We prefer top use this once a month to help strengthen or hair.

     

     

    Other natural conditioners can be as simple as the items you find in your fridge and pantry. Eggs, mayo, honey, olive oil, sunflower oil, aloe vera juice, and many more are at your fingertips if you are willing to do some mixing. Otherwise, there are plenty of natural hair manufacturers out there, that can save you some time.

    One such company is Simply Seral. This up and coming biz is all about hair care in the natural sense of things with little to no use of synthetic chemicals. They carry natural shampoos, leave ins, and even growth oils.We love Simply Seral Growth Oil, it helps us with our #hairgoals. The most growth we have seen is half an inch within a month during active growth phase.

     

     

     

    Using Growth Aides

    So, if you are willing to take it a step further, you can give the following a try: hair growth vitamins.

    Yes, if you are willing to give hair growth vitamins try then here is one we recommend: Vitafusion Hair, Skin, and Nails.

     

    It is a great supplement, that supplies your body with all the nutrients needed for optimum hair growth and coupled with healthy eating habits, it can give a great boost to your hair growth overall. But do keep in mind that a complete and healthy diet is always best.

     

     

    Natural Shampoo Alternatives

    So, if you are wondering what are your options when it to comes to the greatness that is clay, here are some clay alternatives for you to consider.

    These clays are highly beneficial and have great adsorption properties that make them a great choice when it comes to a natural shampoo alternative.

     

    Health Products For You

    The following are our top picks for clay washes.

    Kaolin
    Rhassoul
    Bentonite
    French Green Clay

    Our favorite of the above, is bentonite clay. For us, it just makes a better mud wash, especially if your scalp tends to be a little on the oily side.

    Now for the benefits….

    Benefits of Using these Clays for your Mud Wash

    Kaolin Clay is a gentle clay for exfoliating and cleansing your scalp, with the added bonus of stimulating blood flow and encouraging hair growth. Kaolin is very gentle on your hair strands so you will experience little to no dryness issues. Other benefits of using this clay include temporary repair of damaged strands, as well as strengthening your strands. It is definitely a great addition to any clay wash.

    Rhassoul Clay is a great, nourishing, and mineral rich clay that will leave your scalp clean and healthy. This clay gently cleanses your hair leaving it moisturized and softer than most clays. So if your hair tends to be on the drier side of things and you want to retain at much moisture as you can post wash, then this is the clay for you.

    Bentonite Clay is highly absorbent and is great for clarifying your hair – lifting product buildup, as well as detoxifying your scalp. Depending on the condition of your hair, this clay can leave your hair feeling moisturized or can be excessively drying for some. However, with the right ratio of ingredients, you can make a fantastic mid wash that leaves your hair feeling cleansed and highly moisturized, so much so that you may find the need to skip the conditioner. This clay is great at elongating curls and coils, so it is definitely worth considering is youare looking to stretch your curls.

     

     

    French Green Clay – now much like the other Clays, this clay is great for removing impurities. But it is especially great when it comes to cleansing oily skin and clearing pores, so it is fantastic for maintaining scalp health for those with excessively oily scalp. Also known as sea clay, this clay is loaded with active minerals and is very absorbent, but what makes it even more beneficial is that as it thumps toxins, it replaces them with minerals that can contribute to the health of your scalp.

    To Sum It for the Clay We Have Selected

    If moisture is your concern, then Rhassoul and or Kaolin Clay are better choices. But if your hair already has a good moisture balance and you are not too worried about dealing with excessive dryness, then give Bentonite and French Green Clay a try.

     

    MAKE MONEY ON YOUR TERMS! #WEALTH

     

    Summing It All Up

    Wheather you are growing out a fade or a bob. Or just plain want to achieve #hairgoals, you can enlist all the help you feel toy could possibly need, from a change of diet, to mixing your own shampoos and even conditioners. You can use as many growth aides as you choose, topically and internal and with love, care, and time you can achieve your long hair goals with faster hair growth.

  • Best Oils for Your Hair

    A nice healthy sheen or shine is what we strive for when it comes to hair. Even though you may not be all wrapped up in everything that is hair related, most of us strive to have beautiful locks or at least a presentable look when it comes to our hair. After all, it is part of who we are and how we present ourselves to the world. And in some cases, it is how we are seen or judged by others…. So here are some of the best oils for your hair.

     

    Represent Your Self with Your Hair

    Now, our primary focus should be who we want to be seen as and not what the world sees as acceptable, so when we express ourselves through our hair we do it with great confidence and love, as well as, respect for ourselves.

     

     

    You are What You Feel, Not Just Eat

    We have all at some point heard in some way, shape, or form that you are on the outside, a reflection of what is going on inside you. So if you if you feel love towards yourself then you reflect that through your outward presentation. Now, this may not always be the case as there can be limiting factors, but you can still work within those limits as best as possible and over the course of time make tiny improvements for the better.

    Hair is part of our outward presentation and can help “sell” the look we are going for…from prim and preppy to wild and grungy we capable of expressing our inner self outwardly in truth and love.

     

    The Use of Oils and Hair Care

    For centuries, oils have been a part of beautifying the body from head to toe, literally.

    Egyptian queen, Cleopatra is often looked at and referenced when it comes to ancient beauty secrets and rightfully so in many cases. Her love for expressing beauty outwardly must have been so great that she is referenced throughout time and is sometimes the inspiration to various, valuable beauty regimens.

    It just so happens that many of her skin care regimes are also fantastic for the hair…but, there is truly no surprise there when you really think it through.

     

     

    Beauty Oils and Your Hair

    So, now on to those beauty oils that pack a one-two punch for your hair.

    1. Olive oil – strengthens and keeps hair protected
    2. Sweet Almond Oil – a great source of Vitamin E
    3. Castor Oil – thickens and regrows hair and is an emollient that gives hair a softer feel
    4. Moringa oil – strengthens hair and helps hair hold in moisture
    5. Black Seed oil – strengthens hair and hair follicles and can help thicken hair

    When selecting these oil, just be sure to purchase organic and cold-pressed versions to get the maximum benefits possible and to make sure you are getting exactly what you are purchasing and nothing more.

     

    Conclusion 

    These are our top five picks for best oils for your hair. You can use them to beautify your hair and make it look at good as you feel inside.

  • Top Ten Makeup | 2019

    Bold, vivid, supersaturated colors are in for 2019. And you can take it a step further by throwing some glitter on it!! Yes! I said glitter!!! Move over kiddies, glitter is now for grown ups & we love it! Well, some of us do….. And if you don’t that’s quite alright. So, here is a list of ten of the best makeup for 2019 that you can add to your beauty arsenal.

     

     

    Whether day time or nighttime, this little addition certainly shimmers in the light (daylight, night light, spotlight…well you get the picture).

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    1. Glitter

    Kill two birds with one stone when it comes to this eyeshadow – it’s a nice pallete with bold colors and glitter mixed in – an all in one makeup to bring out those beautiful eyes.

     

     

     

     

    2. Eyeshadow

    It’s all in the eyes, so catch that special someone, by dazzling them with your gaze. Bright, bold colors are in that create a glamorous look ? that sends a bold statement. Be radiant and glow up with these eyeshadow palettes.

     

     

     

     

    3. Eyeliner

    Just like your eyeshadow, make your eyes pop with color by using some of the brightest, boldest, eyeliners. You certainly can keep it popping with these colorful eyeliners alone and some days, well, you might as well forego the eyeshadow.

     

     

     

     

     

    4. Foundation

    Prime up that foundation with a base that helps make your look flawless and long-lasting. Having the right foundation will have you looking great for a good portion of the day with little to no need to retouch your overall look.

     

     

    5. Primer

    Apply primer to make your handiwork stay on longer. This is definitely the way to go with making those bold, vibrant eyeshadow color last all day long! So, consider giving it a go with this primer.

     

     

    6. Blush

    Make those cheekbones pop with a hint of blush, but a little bit goes a long way, so don’t overdo it. Blushes can add that extra touch of color to help make your skin look radiant.

     

     

     

    7. Highlighter

    Highlight those gorgeous features with this lovely highlighter.

     

     

     

    8. Concealer

    Conceal what you must to help make your look absolutely flawless!

     

     

     

     

    9. Lipstick

    Get those lips looking extra luscious…and plump if you must, by adding a splash of popping color.

     

     

    10. Moisturizer

    Keep your skin supple and youthful with this great moisturizer.

     

  • Jade Comb Benefits | Scalp Massages and Hair Growth

    When it comes to scalp massages and hair growth, any comb will do. But, a Jade Comb is even better. If you are thinking of getting a Jade Comb, then you must know what are the Jade comb benefits. Just make sure what you are getting is real jade.

    What is Jade?

    Jade is a stone that is cool to the touch. Using a comb made out of Jade will create a cooling sensation on your scalp as you use it to massage your scalp, thereby, encouraging more blood flow to the scalp than you would get from sinmply massaging your scalp with your fingers tips.

     

    Benefits of Jade Comb for Scalp Massage and Hair Growth

    The Jade comb is very special indeed. It will not only provide a lovely massage, but it will also encourage much needed circulation to the scalp and create a tingling and warming sensation post massage. You will certainly notice a difference between using your fingers or any other comb versus using a Jade comb.

    Doing this will help the blood flow to your scalp and encourage faster hair growth. This is because the blood carries various nutrients that your hair follicles need in order to grow along with oxygen which will help keep your scalp healthy. You can alternate this with the inversion method to ensure that your hair follicles are continually being replenished and are able to get the nutrients they need in order to grow healthy hair.

    I have been using a Jade comb for my scalp massages for over 15 years now and I definitely will attest to it benefits.

    I was able to grow my hair to new lengths I had never been able to attain before with the help of this tool. Now, I am not attributing all of  my hair growth (hip length hair) solely to using this tool, but I will say it certainly helped. For those interested in how I grew my hair to hip length hair be sure to be on the look out for my ebook I will be releasing in the next coming months.

     

     

    Maximizing your Benefits with a Jade Comb Scalp Massage

    You can also choose to do the inversion method while you massage your scalp with one of these Jade Combs. this will not only make the process faster but will maximize the amount of circulation you get from  your massage.

    It is best to not overdo it when it comes to the inversion method as your hair growth will become dependent on this method  if used excessively.

    Doing this method once or twice a week is best and you will see the results within a matter of two to three months.

    Caring for your Jade Comb

    Always make sure to take care of your hair tools, especially so your combs. When it comes to Jade Combs make sure that you clean them once you are done, especially so if you do not use them on a regular basis.

    This will help make sure that you do not have any mildew or bacteria growing on your combs and any gunk from doing your scalp massage will be wiped cleaned.

    Your can use a mixture of a carrier oil such as almond oil with a few drops of cinnamon or tea tree oil (about 2 drops of oil to a cap full of almond oil) to clean and disinfect your combs.

    If you would rather not use any oil on your comb, then you can always use a some water and a little bit of mild soap, but preferably, just water to rinse your comb clean and dry it with a soft cloth.




    Pros and Cons of Using a Jade Comb

    Pros

    Jade Combs can last for a long time time provided it is well taken care of and is not dropped.

    Great, natural tool for use in healthy hair growth and care.

    Good quality Jade Combs have a solid feel to them and a smooth glass-like finish, which makes it easy to reach through hair and massage scalp efficiently without any damage to hair strands.

    Cons

    Can break easily if dropped from a great enough height such as a standard dresser’s height to a bare floor.

    It can be a bit on the fragile side of things – some combs may be extremely thin and make the possibility of breaking that much easier.

    Poor quality Jade Combs can have rough or chipped edges that can snag or damage hair in the process of massaging the scalp.

    This, is also great for massaging other areas of the body like the arms, neck, and nose to list a few.

     

    An Alternative to Jade Combs that Performs Close Enough 

    If you do not like Jade or don’t want to deal with the possibility of breaking your comb, then you can always look into getting a good quality buffalo horn comb. These combs can be well made and if you find a good quality comb, it will be very smooth and shiny even in between the tines or teeth of the comb.

     

    These combs are gems when made well and will last for a very long time. However, they will not take too kindly to exposure to wet strands, so limit or avoid using on wet hair – this may well be the biggest disadvantage to this comb, so give it some thought and make your decision.

     

    Conclusion

    A Jade comb may not be great for combing your hair, but it certainly is great for massaging your scalp, so give it a try and be sure to share your thoughts and feelings in the comments section below.

    To healthy hair growth!
    Thanks for reading!