Natural Hair Care

Natural Hair Moisturizer

03/21/2013 08:10:00

The latest in moisturizing your natural tresses try Soul Leave-in conditioner spray & Soul Moisturizing Hair and body oil the next time you shampoo!

M Ali

Chair Talk™ Blog

03/05/2013 00:30:00

Dropping in to leave a few lines on Natural hair!

NATURALLY HEALTHY HAIR SALON ™

HAIR TEXTURE DESCRIPTIONS

Most people think of hair in terms of being thick or fine, and curly or straight. There are several considerations when analyzing hair: texture, density, wave/curl pattern, elasticity, and porosity. Each of these elements combined gives us endless variety
in hair types and textures.

Hair texture is the measure of the circumference of the hair strand itself. Classifying the texture of hair as being "coarse", "fine", or "medium" implies that an individual strand of hair’s measurement is very small (fine) to very large (coarse). Medium texture indicates a middle-range of the size of the hair shaft; it's considered normal or average. Coarse hair is stronger, for obvious reasons - it has more substance, and can be resistant to hair coloring services, and straightening. Fine hair, conversely, is often very easy to process, and can be over-processed easily and is very susceptible to damage from chemical services.

Hair texture varies from individual to individual, and can be different in separate areas of the same head. You may have coarse hair on the top of the head and fine hair at the nape of the neck. Race and ethnicity are irrelevant in determining hair texture, as coarse, medium and fine hair can be found among all racial and ethnic groups. Hair Density Hair density is the total amount of hair strands on the head. It is usually measured by counting the number of hair strands in one square inch (2.5cm) of scalp. When a Professional Stylist informs you that you have thick hair that means it is high density they are describing. General classifications of hair density are thin, medium, and thick, and are unrelated to the texture of the hair. On average a head has approximately 2,200 strands of hair per square inch, and a total of approximately 100,000 hairs.
The main consideration of hair density is in styling. Thick hair is very well suited to layered styles, while thin hair is usually better suited to more blunt even length styles. Individuals with thin hair should consider styles which add curl or enhance their natural curls this gives an illusion of more hair or fuller hair.

Hair Porosity

Porosity is the hair's ability to absorb moisture and the unit of measure. Analyzing the condition of the hair's cuticle layer allows us to determine the measure porosity. This is rated as low, normal, and high. In normal, healthy hair, the cuticle is compact and inhibits the penetration of the hair shaft by moisture - both moisture going in, and moisture coming out. When the cuticle is overly compact and prevents the penetration of the hair by moisture it has low porosity. Hair with low porosity is harder to condition and give treatments, and is resistant to hair color and perms. High porosity hair is hair whose cuticle layer is open and the hair absorbs moisture too-readily. Overly-porous hair also releases moisture easily and becomes dry and is easily damaged. PH -balanced conditioning treatments are used to contract the cuticle layer and lock-in moisture on overly-porous hair. Hair color will take much more quickly and strongly in overly porous hair (semi-permanent hair colors will fade more quickly). To determine the porosity of your hair, simply feel it - both while wet and dry. If your hair feels straw-like and rough when dry, and /or if it feels gummy or slightly rubbery when wet, then you may have overly porous hair.

Hair Elasticity

The elasticity of hair is the measure of how much/far the hair will stretch (and return to a normal state). Healthy hair, when wet, will stretch up to 50% of its original length and return to its normal shape without breaking, while dry hair will only stretch about 20%. Elasticity is described as being low, normal, or high. Hair's elasticity comes from the side bonds in the hair shaft. Hair with normal - high elasticity is easily styled with wet-roller sets, thermal styling tools, etc., while hair that has low elasticity may prove hard to curl, or lose its curl very quickly. When testing the elasticity of the hair, be sure the hair is wet, select strands of hair from four different areas on the head. Hold the strand securely and stretch the hair. If the hair stretches and returns to its original length when released, then it has good elasticity. If the hair breaks or doesn't return to its former shape, you have low elasticity. Hair with low elasticity is highly susceptible to breakage, and will be hard to curl.

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Hair Curl Pattern

Figure1:Straight - 0

Figure 2: Wavy-Curly - 1

Figure 3: Curly-Very Curly - 2

Figure 4: Coiled - 3

The curl pattern of hair is different from the other elements in the hair analysis, the reason being is it’s, classifications have no reference to the health or well being of the hair. All of the curl pattern types are found in healthy hair. The classifications for curl patterns are straight, wavy, curly, and coiled. Hair with absolutely no curl in its length is straight hair. Straight hair can be coarse, normal or fine.

Wavy-curly hair has wave to it. A wavy-curly hair strand will form a distinct 'C' shape when short and an 'S' when longer.

Curly-Very Curly hair will make an 'S' when short and a repetitive wave when allowed to grow out. Very curly hair tends to be 'woolly' and full when worn long.

Coiled hair strands do just that - they coil in a spiral as they grow out from the scalp they make an ‘O’ shape. The coils can be very tiny and give a tight circular look to the hair (like circles), they range from tiny nail or screw-sized, to medium finger-sized ringlets.

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THE TRUTH ABOUT HEALTHY HAIR

03/04/2013 12:04:00

THE TRUTH ABOUT HEALTHY HAIR

WHAT IS THE TRUTH? – 1. The quality of being true. 2. The real facts about a person, situation or event.

WHAT IS HEALTH? – 1. The state of being free from illness or injury. 2. rt. word hale = wholeness – being sound or well. Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well being and not merely the absence of disease. – WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION 1948

WHAT IS HAIR? – 1. Any of the fine threadlike strands growing from the skin/scalp of mammals and other animals. HAIR has no nerve endings therefore it is classified as non-living. HAIR roots in fact are living and being nourished by the bloodstream.

With the onset of the “Natural Hair” and “Healthy Hair” explosion many people are looking for the right regimen to manage their new found hair…

Today we will examine the real facts about wellness/health of our hair. As we view the health of our hair we must also consider our body’s overall health and wellness. The strength, vibrancy of color and natural luster of our hair is determined by the health or dis-eased state of the blood and the ph balance of our body.

Drinking plenty of pure clean water daily (about a gallon) is a great way to ensure the moisture Of your hair and skin. The average person eating plenty of high water content fruits and vegetables can also assist in maintaining a healthy ph balance and help un-clog sluggish circulation.

Exercising 30 - 45 min. daily to release toxins through the skin would be a great addition to help achieve healthy hair this also increases the flow of blood which creates vibrant circulation.

Our hair texture, density and curl patterns are transferred to us through genetics, each of us has our own unique hair code. Vital Health and maintenance of the body are our dutiful responsibilities.

The porosity is also a big factor in managing Healthy Hair if your hair seems truly thirsty and dry all the time… you probably have high porosity - (the ability of the hair to absorb liquids). When the hair is dry, brittle and/or frizzy it is more than likely in the high porosity zone. High porosity means the hair strand is damaged. Apple cider vinegar rinses (1/4 cup acv 2 cups water) can aid in balancing the ph of the hair strands and also helps tame tangled ends. Trimming the ends of our hair regularly (esp. curly hair) is another great way to manage over porous damaged ends.

Muslimah’s Top 5 Healthy Hair Foods

1. Wild Salmon – rich in omega -3 fatty acids, high quality proteins, vitamin B and iron.

2. Organic Dark Green Leafy Vegetables – rich in vitamin A & C needed to promote natural production of oils, iron and calcium. (Green Leaf Lettuces, Swiss chard, mustard greens and broccoli).

3. Organic Beans – Protein for hair growth, iron, zinc and biotin. (Navy Beans, Black Chickpeas, Mung Beans, Black Rice).

4. Organic Seeds – promotes thick shiny hair, selenium, alpha-linolenic acid, omega -3, calcium and zinc. (Sunflower seeds, flax, pumpkin seeds, cashews, sesame seeds).

5. Organic whole Grains – rich in zinc, iron and vitamin B. (Wild Black Rice, Millet, Quinoa, Black Rice, Spelt, Kamut, Black buckwheat and amaranth).

Courtesy of: Naturally Healthy Hair Salon™

Muslimah N. Ali

A Natural Transitions Concept Salon™

Henna For Hair

02/09/2013 14:53:00

Greetings all!

Hope ur weekend is going great! I have been having so much fun working with henna formulas for my clients I will post a few pics... Check out our results!

Model 1:

This is a 2 step Henna indigo process . We were able to create 100% grey coverage on black hair.

Model 2:

This was alot of fun

Clear Henna with 2tbsp Pure henna.

Her hair felt awesome afterwards.

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02/05/2013 04:34:00

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Muslimah Ali

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10/17/2012 14:13:00

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Special Thanks to All my Natural Family!

10/17/2012 09:08:00

Good Morning all!

Thanks for your continued support and your unwavering commitment to your natural curls and healthy hair journey. Stay on the frequency and you will receive your just reward!

Love ya!

Muslimah N. Ali

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Muslimah’s Top 5 Healthy Hair Foods

07/20/2012 16:30:00

Muslimah’s Top 5 Healthy Hair Foods

1. Wild Salmon – rich in omega -3 fatty acids, high quality proteins, vitamin B and iron.

2. Organic Dark Green Leafy Vegetables – rich in vitamin A & C needed to promote natural production of oils, iron and calcium. (Green Leaf Lettuces, Swiss chard, mustard greens and broccoli).

3. Organic Beans – Protein for hair growth, iron, zinc and biotin. (Navy Beans, Black Chickpeas, Mung Beans, Black Rice).

4. Organic Seeds – promotes thick shiny hair, selenium, alpha-linolenic acid, omega -3, calcium and zinc. (Sunflower seeds, flax, pumpkin seeds, cashews, sesame seeds).

5. Organic whole Grains – rich in zinc, iron and vitamin B. (Wild Black Rice, Millet, Quinoa, Black Rice, Spelt, Kamut, Black buckwheat and amaranth).

Courtesy of:

Naturally Healthy Hair Salon

Muslimah N. Ali

A Natural Transitions Concept Salon

THE TRUTH ABOUT HEALTHY HAIR

07/19/2012 16:53:00

THE TRUTH ABOUT HEALTHY HAIR

WHAT IS THE TRUTH? –

1. The quality of being true.

2. The real facts about a person, situation or event.

WHAT IS HEALTH? – 1. The state of being free from illness or injury.

2. rt. word hale = wholeness – being sound or well.

Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well being and not merely the absence of disease. – WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION 1948

WHAT IS HAIR? – 1. Any of the fine threadlike strands growing from the skin/scalp of mammals and other animals.

HAIR has no nerve endings therefore it is classified as non-living.

HAIR roots in fact are living and being nourished by the bloodstream.

With the onset of the “Natural Hair” and “Healthy Hair” explosion many people are looking for the right regimen to manage their new found textured hair…

Today we will examine the real facts about wellness/health of our hair.

As we view the health of our hair we must also consider our body’s overall health and wellness.

The strength, vibrancy of color and natural luster of our hair is determined by the health or

dis-eased state of the blood and the ph balance of our body.

Drinking plenty of pure clean water daily (about a gallon) is a great way to ensure the moisture

Of your hair and skin. The average person eating plenty of high water content fruits and vegetables can also assist in maintaining a healthy ph and un-sluggish circulation.

Exercising 30 min. daily to release toxins through the skin would be a great addition to help achieve healthy hair this also promotes vibrant circulation. Our hair texture, density and curl patterns are transferred to us through genetics, each of us has our own unique hair code.

Vital Health and maintenance of the body are our dutiful responsibilities.

Porosity is also a big factor in managing Healthy Hair if your hair seems truly thirsty all the time… you probably have high porosity - (the ability of the hair to absorb liquids).

When the hair is dry, brittle and/or frizzy it is more than likely in the high porosity zone.

High porosity means the hair strand is damaged. Apple cider vinegar rinses (1/4 cup acv 2 cups water) can aid in balancing the ph of the hair strands and also helps tame tangled ends.

Trimming the ends of our hair (esp. curly hair) is another great way to manage over porous damaged ends.

Courtesy of: Naturally Healthy Hair Salon

Muslimah N. Ali

A Natural Transitions Concept Salon

New Site!

02/24/2012 19:22:00

Naturally Healthy Hair Salon has a great new look check it out today... browse every page to see what's up!

Diligence: is the Word of the day!

Muslimah N. Ali