High Porosity Vs. Low Porosity Hair

Porosity measures how easily the hair’s cuticle absorbs water, products or chemicals. Factors that influence porosity can be hereditary — curly hair is more porous than straight hair, for example. There are also environmental factors that influence porosity, such as how often you use a chemical agent to color or straighten your locks.

Low Porosity

Low porosity hair has a tightly-bound cuticle that does not easily absorb foreign materials. An advantage to low porosity hair is that it is usually glossy, particularly if the hair is dark. Low porosity hair is also known to be strong and healthy. A disadvantage of low porosity hair is that it is difficult to process — the hair’s shaft is not as receptive to hair dyes and straightening chemicals, for example. If low porosity becomes dry or damaged for any reason, it will be more difficult for it to absorb deep conditioning products.

High Porosity

Highly porous hair is a result of chemical damage from coloring, straightening and perms. Hair of this type absorbs much more water than hair of average porosity — up to over 50 percent of water by weight. This can be beneficial for absorption of conditioning products, but it also has disadvantages. Hair with high porosity easily takes in water from the atmosphere, which can lead to excessive frizziness, especially on humid days.

Medium Porosity

Medium porosity is the ideal. Right in the middle of the porosity spectrum, this hair is neither too absorbent nor too repellant. This hair requires the least amount of maintenance to look good. Medium porosity is defined as hair that is able to hold approximately 30 percent of water by weight. This type of hair can still be damaged, and its porosity affected, by chemical processing and damaging environmental factors.

Factors that Influence Porosity

Certain types of hair are naturally more porous than other types. Curly hair has more porosity than straight hair. This is because the shaft of the hair winds around, leading to more breaks in the cuticle. Environmental factors leading to more highly absorbent hair include damage from chemical processing, exposure to UV rays, and heat damage from styling tools such as dryers and straighteners.

How To Make Hair Grow Faster

Have you ever felt like when you want your hair to grow faster it does the opposite and seems to stop dead in its tracks? It’s so frustrating!

The good news is that there are very simple things you can do to boost the speed that your hair growths.

Hair Growth Facts

Before we get into the best ways to get your hair to grow faster, let’s review some must know hair growth facts and also answer the question ‘how fast does hair grow?’

1. Hair typically grows one eight to a half an inch a month.
2. The speed your hair grows is mostly decided by your genetics.
3. It takes time for hair to grow, so don’t expect to gain six inches over night.

Some people are lucky enough to have hair that grows a whole inch a month but that is far from average. The best thing you can do is aim for your maximum hair growth by using the following tips.

Make Hair Grow Faster – 3 Tips For Fast Hair Growth

Eat Healthy Foods

Proper nutrition is one of the most important factors in how to grow hair faster.

A balanced diet complete with proteins, healthy fats, vitamins and minerals makes sure that your body has enough nutrients to help your scalp follicles produce the healthiest and fastest hair growth possible.

Here are some healthy foods to include in your diet specifically for faster hair growth.

• Chicken and other lean proteins.
• Beans and other legumes.
• Fresh fruits.
• Leafy green vegetables.

Not only does a solid nutritional program help hair growth, but it also prevents hair loss at the same time.

If you can’t find the time to eat well, the next tip is even more important for you to reach your goals.

Supplement Your Diet With Vitamins And Minerals

Vitamins and minerals support your body’s functions and are essential to general good health. They’re also very important to how healthy your hair is and also how fast it grows.

Vitamins increase scalp circulation, improve your hair’s texture and strength and also add body and shine.

Here’s a list of the most important vitamins you must include in your diet to make hair grow longer faster.

1. Vitamin B3
2. Vitamins B6 and B12
3. Biotin
4. Vitamins E
5. Vitamin A
6. Vitamins C

If your diet is rich in foods like brewer’s yeast, eggs, liver, leafy greens and fruits you should be covered. If it’s not, or you just want to make sure you’re getting the fastest growth possible it’s a good idea totake a vitamindesigned specifically to support healthy and fast hair growth.

Stimulate Your Scalp

Just like quality soil is the foundation for healthy plant growth a healthy scalp is the foundation for healthy hair growth. Along with a balanced diet and hair vitamin supplement, regular scalp massages can dramatically speed up hair growth and make hair grow faster.

It’s normal for the rate that your hair grows to slow down as you get older. A twice weekly massage can help to improve the blood flow to the scalp and produce faster hair growth.

Self-massage is very easy to do but if you can find a friend to lend a helping hand it’s even more relaxing.

There are oils you can use to do your scalp massages that increase the benefits tenfold. There are some excellent grow hair faster recipes that help stimulate your scalp even more by delivering more nutrients to your hair follicles. A pleasant side effect is the relief from itching, dandruff and dry scalp you can get from some of the recipes.

Saga Remy Weave

Saga Remy Weave – French Allure 12in
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Name: Saga Remy Weave – French Allure 12in Color On Model: P4/27/30 Overview: Milky Way’s Saga Premium Quality 100% Remy Human Hair
STH Guarantee: Shed-Free, Tangle-Free, and Healthy. Even after multiple washes.
The last hair you will ever try.
Craftsmanship – Virgin Hair Only young healthy hair is selected. Then each strand of Milky Way SAGA is handpicked to ensure that the cuticles are aligned in one direction. Each strand if hair is handled with the utmost care to maintain the youth and livelihood of the hair.
Cuticle Alignment Cuticle alignment eliminates all harsh chemical treatments that typically cause tangles and breakage. By eliminating harsh chemical treatments the hair remains thicker, stronger and healthier. This is how we make Milky Way SAGA so smooth, bouncy, maintenance-free, tangle-free, naturally lustrous, long lasting and easy to curl.
Maintenance The specific weave or braid procedure work determine actual hair maintenance requirements.
Ask you hair stylist for specific washing and maintenance instructions.

1. Detangle hair from ends to roots before washing
2. Carefully wash with lukewarm water and mild shampoo.
3. Do not rub or twist the hair/ Follow with conditioner.
4. Gently Squeeze out excess water and pat dry with towel.
5. Do not roll or rub the hair dry into the towel.
6. Dry and style hair as recommended by your hair stylist.
7. For bonded hair, do not blow dry or apply heat over adhesives.

8 Hair Myths

By Amanda Greene

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By now you probably know that washing your hair every day can dry out and damage your locks, which is why experts recommend only sudsing up two to three times per week instead. That got us thinking-what other long-standing hair beliefs can't be trusted? We spoke to the experts to dispel eight popular tress tenets. Read on for what they had to say about everything from treating greasy strands to understanding your hair's natural texture.

Myth #1: Slather on mayonnaise and olive oil to deep condition your hair.

 

While kitchen staples like mayo and olive oil do contain moisturizing properties, adding heaping handfuls of the stuff to your locks isn't the ticket to silky hair. "The success of this treatment depends on the type and texture of your hair," says Doug DiCanio, a stylist at Blow in New York City. "If your hair is fine, limp or sparse, you'll see a greasy or heavy result. But if you have thick, coarse and extremely dry hair, mayo and olive oil can be a low-cost alternative to deep conditioning treatments, so long as you apply them correctly." He suggests distributing one tablespoon of either ingredient into clean, damp hair, concentrating on the ends. Leave it on for at least 30 minutes and then thoroughly rinse with a gentle cleansing shampoo. Photo: Valentyn Volkov/Thinkstock

Myth #2: You have to constantly change up your shampoo and conditioner in order to get great results.

If your tried-and-true shampoo and conditioner don't seem to be working as well as they used to, don't rush out to pick up new brands. Contrary to popular belief, hair doesn't "get used to" products-build-up and residue is usually to blame for lackluster locks. "Some shampoos and conditioners can leave behind residue, which might make it difficult to see results over the long term," says DiCanio. "Use a clarifying shampoo once every two weeks to remove excess build-up in your hair, and you should be able to see continued great results from your favorite products."

Myth #3: Cutting your hair will make it grow faster.

While regular trims are a great way to keep your hair healthy, monthly snips won't turn you into Rapunzel. "On average, hair grows about half an inch every month regardless of whether or not you trim it," says Jenny Cho, a stylist for Suave Professionals. "While cutting ends will prevent damage and encourage stronger, healthier hair, it doesn't tell the roots to grow faster." However, healthy hair may appear longer, since it's free from dry, damaged and broken ends. So visiting your salon every eight to 12 weeks is still the key to maintaining healthy, long locks.

Myth #4: You can't dye your hair while pregnant.
According to Amy Burkett, MD, ob-gyn residency director at Summa Health System in Akron, Ohio, no studies have conclusively proven hair dye is dangerous to a developing fetus. That said, "In general, pregnant women need to be concerned with what they're exposing their body to. The big concern for me is that some hair products contain formaldehyde, which is a carcinogen that I'd recommend any woman, pregnant or not, steer clear of." Formaldehyde will be noted on a product's ingredients list, so to be safe, choose a dye that doesn't contain it, opting instead for one that has as many natural ingredients as possible, such as henna-based dyes. If you go to the salon for color, ask your stylist what ingredients are in your hair dye, and see if there's a more natural option to pursue. (Note: Formaldehyde can also be found in Brazilian blow outs, a hair-straightening treatment.) Although none of Dr. Burkett's patients-including hair dressers-have ever experienced hair dye-related complications, to be cautious she recommends avoiding all hair dye during the first trimester of pregnancy, since that is when a fetus's basic neurological development occurs. Photo: Shutterstock

Myth #5: If you have greasy hair, skip conditioner.
According to DiCanio, greasy hair is caused by the overproduction of sebum, a waxy, oily substance that comes from the tissues of the scalp-so skipping conditioner altogether is not going to cure the problem. Instead, she recommends those with greasy locks to "shampoo the roots with a clarifying shampoo and the ends with a moisturizing shampoo. Apply conditioner to the middle and ends of your hair only, steering clear of the scalp." Once your hair is dry, applying dry shampoo can help absorb excess oil. Since oil deposits can build up on styling tools and redistribute them throughout your hair, DiCanio also recommends keeping your brush clean by occasionally using a fine-toothed comb to remove the hair that can get stuck in its teeth. To remove oil and build up, dip both your brush and comb into a bowl of warm water mixed with a few drops of shampoo, rinse with warm water and let dry face down. Photo: Olga Lisitskaya/Thinkstock

Learn 10 surprising facts about shampoo.

Myth #6: Always comb your hair from top to bottom.
Though nearly every hair commercial features women brushing their locks from the roots downward, combing wet hair in this manner can actually cause breakage. Avoid snapping strands by combing your hair from bottom to top instead. "Start at the ends and work your way up," suggests Cho. "This will put less stress on your hair than if you started at the top and had to pull downwards to detangle a massive knot." Use your other hand to hold onto the hair above the knot you're detangling so that the pressure doesn't pull the hair from the roots, which could cause hair loss. Photo: George Doyle/Thinkstock

Myth #7: All hair grows at the same rate.
Ever wondered why the perfect symmetry of a fresh haircut never lasts? According to Joel Schlessinger, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and president emeritus of the American Society of Cosmetic Dermatology and Aesthetic Surgery, "Hair grows at different rates on every part of the body, including on your scalp. Hair goes through three phases of growth, and each area of your body has different phase times." While there's nothing you can do to even out your hair growth times, regular trims will keep your style looking consistent. Photo: Thinkstock

Myth #8: Nothing will ever change the natural texture of your hair.
Baffled by why your naturally stick-straight hair has suddenly turned wavy? According to Dr. Schlessinger, hair texture is not set in stone. "It has to do with the length of its growth cycle, nutrition and medications. While the actual hairs we have are technically dead, the scalp and hair root are not. Medications affect the strength of the hair root and can lead to curling or color changes. Additionally, they can weaken the root, eventually leading to hair loss, as happens with chemotherapy." Stress, age and hormones may also play a role in how your hair texture behaves, turning thick hair thin, or coarse hair fine.

Description

Carol's Daughter Healthy Hair Butter has essential oils of sweet orange, lemongrass, patchouli, ylang-ylang, lavender, cedarwood, shea butter and rosemary to make this a can't-miss item for the whole family.
Lavender and sweet orange are powerhouses that rejuvenate.
Cedarwood helps relieves an itchy scalp.
Ylang-ylang, a rumored aphrodisiac that regulates oil production.
Lemongrass and rosemary stimulates scalp circulation.
Patchouli rejuvenates cells with anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal properties.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Zea Mays (Corn) Oil, Beeswax, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil, Fragrance (Parfum), Ascorbic Acid, Xantham Gum, Potassium Sorbate

Ingredient Attribute:	Glycerin Free Paraben Free Silicone Free Sulfate Free

Carol's Daughter Chocolat Shampoo and ConditionerPlagued with wild, flyaway hair? Tame those tresses with these special smoothing beauty treatments. Enriched with a deliciously rich variety of cacao extract from South America, this pampering duo helps cleanse, moisturize, detangle and subdue frizz for a beautiful new look and feel.

What You Get

8.5 fl. oz. Chocolat Smoothing Shampoo 8.5 fl. oz. Chocolat Smoothing Conditioner

Features
Chocolat Smoothing Shampoo

Formulated with cacao extract, vegetable-derived protein and coconut-derived cleanser Sulfate-free Extra-gentle cleansing safe for most distressed hair types

Chocolat Smoothing Conditioner

Formulated with cacao extract, vegetable-derived protein and moringa seed oil Helps improve the condition of hair

How to Use

Apply shampoo to wet hair and massage into the scalp until you see a good lather, then rinse. Work a small amount of the conditioner through clean, wet hair. Gently massage into your scalp and hair, giving your ends a little extra TLC. Let it work its magic for 3-5 minutes and rinse well. Event Price: $27.90 Carol's Daughter Chocolat Shampoo and Conditioner Plagued with wild, flyaway hair? Tame those tresses with these special smoothing beauty treatments. Enriched with a deliciously rich variety of cacao extract from South America, this pampering duo helps cleanse, moisturize, detangle and subdue frizz for a beautiful new look and feel. What You Get 8.5 fl. oz. Chocolat Smoothing Shampoo 8.5 fl. oz. Chocolat Smoothing Conditioner Features Chocolat Smoothing Shampoo Formulated with cacao extract, vegetable-derived protein and coconut-derived cleanser Sulfate-free Extra-gentle cleansing safe for most distressed hair types Chocolat Smoothing Conditioner Formulated with cacao extract, vegetable-derived protein and moringa seed oil Helps improve the condition of hair How to Use Apply shampoo to wet hair and massage into the scalp until you see a good lather, then rinse. Work a small amount of the conditioner through clean, wet hair. Gently massage into your scalp and hair, giving your ends a little extra TLC. Let it work its magic for 3-5 minutes and rinse well. About Carol's Daughter Inspired by nature and the love of family, Lisa Price began by mixing essential oils and natural moisturizers and giving them as gifts to her friends. Since 1993, Carol’s Daughter—featuring products that are universal in appeal for women with diverse skin types, tones and needs—has grown into a wildly popular bath and beauty line. Whether you’re a busy mom, focused on your career or a devoted daughter like Lisa, this line is about you and your place in the world. Right Way To Wash Your Hair Most of us think we have this all down pat, but for all we know, we might be wrong. After all, we have been washing our hair all our lives. How could we go wrong with something like washing our hair? However, we might be washing our hair the wrong way and contribute to its damage without actually knowing it. What we should remember about our hair is that the individual strands of our hair, no matter how thick or strong it looks, is actually very delicate. So we cannot just tug and pull at it, or else it would break. We would not want to have hair breakage, would we? So, what is the right way of washing the hair? The first thing you should do is to comb the tangles out of the hair before you wet it so the hair would wash easily and the tangles would not worsen. And then, wet your hair thoroughly under the shower. You can use either warm or cold water if you like, but for best results, you can wet your hair with warm water to open the scale-like cuticles of the hair and wash all the oil and dirt off. And then, you can rinse your hair with cold water afterwards to close the cuticles and add to the shine of your hair. Rinse your hair under the shower to rid it of the leave-on conditioner and styling aids you have used previously, using gentle strokes of your fingertips. Then, pour a dollop of shampoo in the palm of your hand. Rub your hands together, and then apply the shampoo to your scalp. Take note that you should put the shampoo on your scalp and not at the ends of your hair, as the shampoo would dry your hair's ends and cause it to weaken and split. Also, do not mix your hair all over your head as you shampoo because it will get all tangled up. After this, rinse the shampoo off. More often than not, we need to shampoo our hair for a second time. The purpose of the first shampoo is to clean the oil and dirt off; the second shampoo is supposed to let the shampoo treat our hair. So, repeat the process, but let the shampoo sit on for around a couple of minutes. Rinse the hair completely after this. To get the excess water off your hair, just squeeze the water out. Do not pull or tug at the hair because the hair is at its most delicate when it is soaked. When the excess water is out, apply a dollop of conditioner - mane event - and apply it along the hairline, the nape and the ends of the hair. Pile your hair then inside a shower cap and let the conditioner stay there for around ten minutes. And then, rinse it off completely. The process described here does seem tedious and time-consuming. But remember, having great hair takes time and effort. And it is definitely worth it for a picture perfect hair. Loading... Loading... This product does great on natural hair but, a relaxer it tangles very badly. Not a surprise, I love all of Lisa's products. This really leaves my hair smooth, easy to manage and with the styling serum it stays until its washed out.

Bamboo Smooth Anti-Frizz Shampoo
What it is:
A gentle shampoo that strengthens, moisturizes, and smoothes the hair.

What it does:
This shampoo combines strengthening organic bamboo extract and smoothing organic kendi oil to achieve the ideal level of moisture needed to lay the foundation for healthier, frizz-free hair. Color Hold® technology maximizes color retention.

What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Synthetic Dyes
- Phthalates
- GMOs
- Triclosan

What else you need to know:
Bamboo extract and kendi oil contained in this product are Eco-Certified, Fair-Trade compliant, and certified organic. Their production and sale aid in supporting the development of local communities while remaining environmentally friendly. Free of gluten and TEA phthalates.

Hair Extensions
Guide to Hair Extensions Have you noticed the amount of celebrities Ravishing Ravens who have all of a sudden grown long, flowing locks? The key to their fabulous hair is the clever use of hair extensions, carefully blended to match exactly with their own hair.
Hair extensions offer instant volume haute hair for limp tresses hair SOS or emergency relief from a disastrous haircut.
You can expect extensions to last up to three months. Caring for hair extensions is a bit different from caring for natural hair. Some things that you should know.

• Use a soft bristle brush and brush your hair from the bottom and gently work your way up.
• Gently tie your hair up while sleeping.
• Do not color your own hair extensions at home.
• To prevent tangling, run your fingers through the braid extensions.
• Don't spray your extensions with conditioners or any silicone based products as they can cause the braids to slip.

How long can extensions be? Ellen Pompeo
You can have any length you want up to about 26"-30". Anything longer than this puts extra weight on your scalp which may lead to uneven pressure and damage to your own hair. The best looking hair extensions for average height women are usually around 22" or less. How much are they?
It's all relative. Someone will do it for you for a few hundred dollars while others will charge thousands. Shop around, but remember that to get the best possible product you will pay a premium price. However, your hair will look great, it will last and you will feel terrific! Can I wear my hair up? Heidi Klum
Of course, the hair extensions should not be applied any lower than the base of your scalp (approximately at the level of the middle of your ears) and so your hair under this point covers the extensions while you wear it in pigtails, ponytails - see Reese Witherspoon, French braids etc. Does it hurt?
No! If it hurts get out of there! The extensions artist should braid the tracks firmly but comfortably. The tension should be even all over your head with no points pulling or hurting. Do not put up with someone telling you it has to be really tight in order to be secure. Pulling your hair out is not the idea. You will know you have something on your head for the first day or two but after that you won't even feel that they are there.

Cheveux Sain Conditioner
I wanted to talk on the products I'm using to maintain the growth in my hair. The stimulating conditioner-Cheveux Sain this products is great on the scalp and hair. This hair and scalp treatment is formulated to restore natural oil and moisture to the scalp while imparting body, bounce and shine to the hair. GREAT FOR DEEP CONDITIONING! 

Directions: After shampoo apply a small amount and comb through hair, leave on one minute then rinse. For damaged or dry hair, leave on several minutes, then rinse.

Leave in conditioner-Infusium23 Pro-Vitamin Leave-In Hair Treatment
For relaxed permed, or color-treated hair. 

Leave-In conditioner-Aphogee treament

I also get my ends clip every 8 weeks. To help keep my hair growing. I never had a problem with my hair growing long...when I was younger my hair use to be very long until I start cutting my hair due to me being a Cosmetologist, I wanted to try every style, color and weave that were trendy.

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