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Audrey Davis-SivasothyYour hair education. Simplified.Natural Hair Care 1011Todays Topics

Well DiscussThe Science of Hair Growth

The Healthy Hair Equation

Regimen Building Basics

Hair Breakage 101

2Quick Survey!3

The Science of Hair Growth

Hair growth happens at the ends of the hair.5We have a length retention problem, not a hair growth problem.

Growth or Emergence RetentionThe Science of Hair GrowthHair growth is a 2 step process.61. Chemical

3. Physical

2. Environmental

4. Nutritional

TOP 5 Reasons Why Retention is a Problem

5. Were Unique!

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TheHealthy Hair Growth Equation

High Moisture + Low Manipulation + Time Hair GrowthThe Healthy Hair Growth Equation

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Moisture

Moisture = water

Look for: water, aloe, glycerinWhat is Moisture?Oil is NOT a moisturizer.

Think of it this way . . .

But . . . oil is still important.

Lubricants.Coat the hair and give it luster.Help moisture stay inside the hair strand.

Oils & ButtersLayering TechniqueCorrect!HairLayering TechniqueIncorrect!Hair

Start from the inside.Regular Cleansing & ConditioningDaily Moisturizing with proper Layering & SealingHow to Boost Moisture Levels

Keeps hair elastic.Prevents hair breakage.Improves curl pattern.Improves the look and feel of our hair.Why Keep Moisture Levels High?

Water protects our hair.

Regimen-Building101

Sulfate-free ShampooMoisturizing Deep ConditionerWater-Based MoisturizerOilStylerBasic Moisture-Rich Regimen Products

Shampoo

Water + Surfactants + Emollients

Types of Shampoo Products

- Moisturizing Shampoo- Clarifying Shampoo- Chelating Shampoo

How often? Every 7- 10 Days

Wheres the focus? Scalp and first 3rd of hair

Conditioner

Water + Humectants + Proteins+ Emollients

Types- Cream Rinse Conditioners- Moisturizing Deep Conditioner- Protein-based Conditioner

How deep is your conditioner?

PolyquatsHumectantsLight ProteinsHeavy oils/silicones low on listInstructions

How often? Every 7- 10 Days

Wheres the focus? Lower half of hair

Water-based Moisturizers

Water + Humectants + Emollients

How often? Daily

Wheres the focus? Length of hair

Stylers are not good moisturizers.+ Low Manipulation

High Moisture + TIME Hair GrowthThe Healthy Hair Growth Equation

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Low Manipulation

7 Ways to Build in ProtectionChange your thinking.Work with elastic hair.Divide and conquer.Use the best tools.Trim with care.Practice night care.Be consistent.

Protective Hair StylingHair Styles that are . . .Heat-free

Comb/brush-free

Ends protected/hidden

Long-term wear stylesProtective Hair Styling

Hair Breakage

Protein and Moisture BalancePMMMElasticityStructure

Most Regimens . . . MPPPLots of protein or moisture-depleting practices ooooDiagnose Your Hair BreakageMDry, snappy breakageHair feels tough/brittle

PWeak, stretchy breakageHair feels gummy and limp

MoistureProtein

Time.

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