Hair Strength

Can you believe there is a such thing as too much protein in your hair???


You always hear that protein helps strengthen your hair and prevent breakage but just like finding the right product for your hair, different amounts of protein are necessary. 


There is also a such thing as too much moisture. Moisture is essential in preventing breakage but it can also be a problem and not a solution. You may wonder why a style won't hold or stay and it primarily because there is not enough moisture or too much. 


Everyone has to experiment with their hair to see what it likes. What works for me may not work for you. If you find something that works perfect for your hair, don't switch to the new popular hair care product that is released. If it's not broke, don't fix. 


You have to get into the habit of looking at the ingredients of your hair care products. If a product has petroleum or mineral oil as it's first listed ingredients, more then likely it will not be a good product for moisture. Look for a moisturizer with water as its first ingredient instead. 


If you find your hair to become limp and easily looses its curls, your hair is asking for protein. Find a protein treatment but start small. Don't use a extra strength protein treatment right away. Also remember that protein will not moisturize your hair, you also have to use a deep moisture conditioner to balance your hair. A great way to add protein to your hair is an egg treatment. Place it on your hair and next place a shower cap on your hair for about 60 minutes. Avoid using heat. 


For those of you washing your hair and not co-washing, avoid these ingredients: 
Ammonium Laureth Sulfate 
Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate
TEA Laureth Sulfate
TEA Lauryl Sulfate 

Find a gentle shampoo, as shampoo with these forms of sulfate dry out your hair, leaving it clean and stripping away your moisture. A leave in conditioner is always a great product in keep your hair moisturized and healthy.