Our resident natural hair care professional Simeko Watkins-Hartley answers… Should you sleep with conditioner in your hair? Answer: You shouldn’t, as this can be potentially harmful by having an adverse effect on the hair. Let me explain but first let me ask you this… If you were experiencing symptoms of some sort and the doctor prescribes medication, would you follow the instructions given by the doctor or would you take more than what was prescribed in hopes that the symptoms go away faster? Would you not agree that by doing the latter, you may cause more harm than good?! Well, likewise with deep conditioning your hair. If the manufacturer states to leave the product on the hair for a certain period of time, it’s most likely because through tests and trails, they were able to determine the amount of time it takes for the product to absorb and penetrate into…
Happy Thursday everyone! While attending a brunch a few weeks ago, I tweeted this quote said by one of the pioneers of the natural hair community in attendance: “Bloggers & hair care pros need to bridge the gap so that the correct info is put out there.” #MastersBrunch @DianeCBailey — Toia B. (@ToBNatural) August 24, 2013 So true! I had been dwelling on this very fact for a while and upon hearing that, I knew I needed to put it in action ASAP! That said, I have teamed up with Simeko Watkins-Hartley of Meko New York Natural Hair Care Spa & Boutique to bring you “Ask the Pro”! What better way to get your natural hair facts than to seek help from someone who has been in the business for many years and practices what they preach! How It Will Work Throughout the week, I will solicit questions from my followers across all…
It’s simple: shoddy efforts reap shoddy results! Your scalp health is just as if not more important than the health of your strands. Healthy hair cannot grow from an unhealthy, buildup laden scalp so make sure you set aside enough time to clean it thoroughly. We all lead busy lives but we always seem to make time for the things we really feel are important. If the overall health of your hair is important to you, you will do what’s necessary to maintain its health. Skipping steps or rushing through the process will only do more damage than good so take your time and do it right. I know you’re thinking, “but it takes soooo long!” Hey! I know a few naturalistas who turn wash day an all-out affair complete with a relaxing soak in a bubble bath, glass of wine in hand! You don’t have to dread washing your…
