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Do you want your hair to be shinier, fuller and healthier? Then I’m going to give you a list of 12 best foods for beautiful hair that will certainly revive your tresses. The best part is that these are some really yummy foods that many of us already love, so what could be better – eating great food, and getting your hair looking beautifull all in one?
12. Salmon.
For those of you that like to consume beauty foods, you cannot avoid eating salmon. It is loaded with omega-3 fatty acids and is a high quality protein source. It is filled with vitamin B-12 as well as iron.
11. Dark Green Vegetables.
How could you avoid those dark green vegetables? This includes spinach, broccoli and Swiss chard. They are a great source of Vitamins A and C and will do wonders for your hair. Your body needs Vitamins A and C in order to produce sebum.
10. Beans.
There are many sayings that are behind beans, but did you know that beans actually do good for your hair? Legumes such as lentils and beans are something you should consume as they are an important part of your hair care diet. They provide you with a good amount of protein in order to promote hair growth, but they also have zinc, biotin and iron in them.
9.Nuts
Do you go nuts for shiny, thick hair? Then consume some nuts! Brazil nuts are the best sources of selenium. Walnuts contain omega-3 fatty acid and alpha-linolenic acid, which is great for the hair. Nuts are also a great source of zinc. Some other good nuts to try would be almonds, cashews and pecans..
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[B]8. Poultry
Turkeys and chickens may have feathers on them, but they’re loaded with the protein that your hair craves.
7. Eggs.
If you would like healthy hair, then try consuming some eggs. It does not matter if they are over easy, fried or scrambled. Eggs are a great source of protein that your hair will enjoy.
6. Whole Grains.
Those hearty whole grains will do wonders for your hair. Sink your teeth into whole-wheat bread and be amazed at the results.
5. Oysters.
Did you know that oysters help your hair stay healthy? They contain a powerful antioxidant – zinc, which your hair also craves. They do not make a regular appearance on that dinner plate, but having them every now and then is a great idea.
4. Low-Fat Dairy Products.
These include yogurt and skim milk. They are great sources of calcium and include an important mineral for hairgrowth. You will also find that they contain casein and whey, which are two high-quality protein sources.
3. Carrots.
Carrots are great for your hair as they contain Vitamin A. They not only promote a healthy scalp, but they also promote good vision. For hair that shines, chomp into some carrots!
2. Beef.
If you do not have high cholesterol, then you should try eating red meet two times a week in order to improve the health of your hair. It not only holds the protein your hair needs, but it also contains ,iron and vitamins.
1.Brown Short-Grain Rice.
Brown rice is an ideal form of complex carbohydrates. Brown rice is also a great source of B vitamins and fiber.
Courtesy of Nice & Wavy from Long Hair Care Forum
An Easy Updo This is one of my favorite protective styles! I have been wearing it for years! I absolutely love it! It’s a great protective style that is suitable for work, church, a night out, or when you’re just chilling.
Here’s how I’ve achieve this hair style
- I first pull out a little bang (put a big roller on it to provide the swoop bang look in the front).
- I then create a middle part for the rest of my hair.
- Comb/brush the hair up in the back and secure that section with a bobby pin. At this point you
should only have the two front sides of your hair hanging.
- I take a baby brush and brush the right section of hair to the back and secure that section with one
or two bobby pins.
- I repeat the same process with the left side.
- I usually have hair sticking up at the top (if your hair is of a shorter length, you may not have extra hair sticking up at the top) and secure that with bobby pins. This helps to create the “bow-like” effect in the back that you see in the photo.
Tip: this protective style also looks great without the swoop bang
Note: When wearing the updo or the bun, it’s a perfect opportunity to really keep your thin hair moisturized with a homemade moisturizer spritz or any brand of moisturizers.
Protective Styling – Bun (when hair is neck length)
Bun – Neck Length Hair This is how I wore my hair in a bun about 3 years ago when my hair was shorter (about neck length). When I attempted to do my buns at this length without a pony tail holder, it didn’t look good at all (at least not to me anyway, LOL!). So, back then I decided to use to a ponytail holder.
Instructions on how to do this bun (when your hair is neck length):
1.) Use a ponytail holder soaked in black castor oil (this is to help prevent breakage at the point where the ponytail holder is located in your hair and to keep that area moisturized).
2.) Comb your hair back (or however way you would normally where a ponytail).
3.) Once your hair is in a ponytail separate into 3 sections.
4.) Take each section and put in two strand twist
5.) Take each twist and wrap around in opposite directions and secure with bobby pins.
Viola, it’s that simple! Now you can do your own bun using your own hair, how awesome is that?!?!?!! Have fun with it, accessorize with hair sticks, fancy barrettes, or stick a flower in your hair! This style can be as super chic and sexy as you would like!!!
Tip: Remember the goal of protective styling is preventing damage to ends, growing hair, and retaining length. So when doing this style, try to use bobby pins that are not made of metal. Metal bobby pins have a tendency to slice the hair, causing split ends. If all you have are metal bobby pins, soak them in castor oil before adding them to your hair.
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Rhassoul Clay
What is Rhassoul clay (Rasul Clay or Ghassoul) and where does it come from?
This beauty clay is smectic (or swelling) Spa quality clay, its official name is HECTORITE. Found deep beneath the Atlas Mountains in Morocco, Rhassoul comes from the Arabic word "rassala" meaning "washing’’.
Extremely absorbent, much more so than other cosmetic clays, Moroccan Rhassoul clay is probably one of the most perfect clays in the world, ideal for all skin care and dermatological uses.
Multi-functional, it has been used for over 1400 years by nobles in ancient Rome and Egypt as a soap, shampoo, and skin conditioner. It has outstanding ability to cleanse, nourish and condition the skin and hair.
Nowadays the finest spas and resorts worldwide utilize it for therapeutic benefits.
In traditional Hammam ritual, the clay is used from head to toe after the Beldi soap (black olive soap) and Kessa Glove and just before moisturizing with Argan oil.
Properties of Rhassoul clay
Easy to use Rhassoul is 100% natural and ecological. It contains higher percentages of silica, magnesium, potassium, calcium and other trace minerals than other clays. These minerals make the clay highly detoxifying as they can actually exchange themselves for toxic compounds like metals in the skin. The clay not only works to remove impurities from your skin, it also replaces them with nourishing trace minerals. The clay's high level of ions exchange makes it ideal for toning and enriching the skin.
Perhaps the best part about Rhassoul clay is what it doesn't contain: no petrochemical derivatives, no synthetic preservatives, no surfactants or artificial colors ... all of which are common in commercial soaps and cleansers.
Benefits of Rhassoul clay:
- Less dryness
- Less flakiness
- Improved skin texture
- Improved skin clarity, elasticity and firmness
- Less surface oil,
- Removes impurities
- Tighten pores and hair follicle
- Reduce secretion of sebum
- Smoother skin
- Reduce the need to moisturize dry skins
Uses of Rhassoul clay?
The amazing natural benefits of the clay are suitable for the following:
Eczema
Psoriasis
Acne
Everyday use
Dry or oily patches
Dandruff
All type of skin
Sensitive skins
Thinning hair
Fine hair
Superior QualityAlthough the color of the clay is in general brown, to brown-green, the highest quality minerals clay that Argan Oil Tree provides, comes from a unique mine in Morocco that giving you very white and pure clay.
Using Rhassoul Clay
Preparation
With a non-metallic bowl and spoon mix the clay with warm water or rose water to obtain a smooth creamy paste, let the mixture hydrate for 5 to 10 minutes.
How to store your clay: fridge or cool dark place.
How to store your mud: in airtight non-metallic container in the fridge for up to one week.
Have a Rhassoul Spa treatment at home. Feel the earth.
How to use Rhassoul on the face
Just quarter of a teaspoon blended with water will be fine to cleanse your face thoroughly. For a facemask mix one teaspoon with water or rose water for its anti-inflammatory property, apply the paste on wet face and leave it for about 10 minutes. Keep the mud damp with a water spray or simply by applying little water with wet fingers. Rinse your face with fresh water. With its natural action, the clay draws out excess oils and bacteria, leaving the skin feeling clean, refreshed and nourished. You can use some plain rose water on cotton to tighten the pores. Now, your skin is ready for moisturizing with light and easy absorbed Argan oil.
How to use Rhassoul on the body?
Cover and rub on damp body with Rhassoul mask. As we relax, the mud absorbs waste and toxins from our skin. After few minutes, rinse and dry off
How to use Rhassoul on hair?
The mixture should be fluid. Add more water to the mixture as described above in preparation section.
For dry hair, thick naturally curly hair and natural Afro hair put in one to two teaspoons of Argan oil or/and olive oil. Apply Rhassoul to wet hair by sections starting from the back and moving forward. It does not foam . Do not rub. Leave the clay up to 10 minutes for dry hair and 20 minutes for oily hair. Then rinse well. The clay will clean the scalp and hair, leaving healthier follicles and no dandruff.
Bentonite Clay
What is Bentonite Clay?
It is a detoxifying clay that can be used both internally and externally.
It is commonly used amongst us curlies as a hair cleanser but is also great for the skin.
Benefits of Bentonite?
Used as a shampoo, Bentonite removes build up and dirt from the hair and scalp without stripping.
It is highly absorbent, so when used on the skin-it extracts oils and toxins from the skin.
How to use Bentonite?
It it mostly commonly combined with plain water, EVOO, or ACV.
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