Detangling Tips
Hair should be combed starting from the ends working your way towards the scalp. This how you help prevent breakage and split ends.
Comb through hair using small sections.
Find a comb or brush that moves through your hair with ease.
Color Tips
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seek professional advice first
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complete patch test first to see if any allergies to color
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for lighter colors-start with mid shaft to ends, once desired color is achieved, apply to scalp to until same color all over (scalp processes color faster because of body heat)
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dark colors can be applied all over
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Rinse color with cool water to lock color into cuticles
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follow up color services with conditioning treatment
Relaxed Hair
Cleansing Tips
Use a clarifying shampoo to remove product build up on the hair from styling or a moisturizing shampoo to cleanse tresses.
Follow up with moisturizing conditioner or treatment. Rinse conditioner out with cool water to lock in moisture.
Treatments
Treatments should be given with every chemical service and once or twice afterwards.
Chemicals can dry the hair out and treatments can be given often.
Seek advice from your stylist.
Product Tips
Use products to keep the hair clean and moisturized. Light oils, styling gels, etc. to give you a finished look.
Nothing with too much alcohol; it can dry the hair out.
Stay Away From...
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flat ironing the hair
everyday (heat damage) -
ponytails everyday and sleeping in them
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cotton scarfs (silk or satin only to keep hair smooth and from breaking)
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getting relaxers too often (longer hair- can be over processed)