You may be born with dry, limp hair, but you don't have to live with it. Protect dry hair from the environment by wearing a hat in the sun or wind, and using a bathing cap when you swim. Learn effective ways to cut, wash, condition and curl your...
Curling straight hair is a beautiful way to change up your look, but hair that is thin will usually fall flat before the day is through. If you have trouble getting your hair to curl, and an even more difficult time keeping your curls in for more...
Although it is common to compare one toddler with another, hair growth occurs differently among children. While some toddlers might be equipped with a full head of curls, others might have very little hair. How a parent cares for a toddler's hair...
The University of Maryland Medical Center defines dry hair as hair that lacks oil and moisture, so much so, that the hair is unable to maintain its natural texture and sheen. Restoring moisture to dry hair requires the application of products that...
Hair is a tricky thing to get right. We do so much to improve the look of our hair that in many cases, we end up damaging it and making it look worse. All the brushing, styling, washing, blow-frying, coloring and curling can leave hair looking...
Hair loss occurs for a number of reasons--genetics, aging, illness, stress, poor diet and medication reaction. If you are losing your hair due to genetics or old age, there is little you can do to prevent your hair from falling out. If your hair...
The shape of the hair follicle determines whether your hair will grow straight or curly. If you have curly hair, your hair grows from an elongated, oval shaped follicle that guides the hair out of the scalp at a sharp angle. Curly hair tends to be...
Frizzy hair is a common complaint for anyone with natural curls or waves. High humidity, dry hair and damage can all contribute to frizz. While expensive salon treatments can temporarily treat your frizzy locks, you can get better hair at home....
Whether hair is naturally curly, wavy or straight, having stylish, spiral curls is possible. Using a curling iron to achieve the look is one way to manage the spirals. Curly hair is the easiest to style into the desired spiral curl, while straight...
Vitamin B6, one of seven B vitamins, aids in energy production, protein and fat metabolism and nervous system functioning. The skin, eyes, liver and hair require vitamin B6 for optimal health. Hair is composed of dead cells filled with protein....
If you are a person of color, you have probably noticed that you have more trouble with your hair in the winter than in the warmer months. Winter air is not only bone chilling--it is also drying. The dry heat that keeps you warm indoors further...
Whether you're washing, conditioning or styling, African-American hair requires a lot of tender, loving care. Curly or kinky hair dries out quickly and tends to interlock and tangle, which makes styling and daily maintenance more challenging,...
Curly hair is mysterious and sexy. It can also hide flaws, such as an uneven haircut or split ends. Curly hair can be a fun change for someone whose hair is usually straight. It can add volume and body to your hair. People who have slightly curly...
Activities such as hand-washing dishes, playing certain musical instruments and typing on a keyboard can stress your hands and wrists considerably when you do them for extended periods of time. Performing stretching and strengthening exercises for...
For women who have hair that tends to be kinky, dry and curly, keratin treatment products have made difficult-to-manage hair much easier to deal with. Since it crossed the globe from Brazil as a popular hair styling aid, keratin is now available...
Styling your child's hair is not always easy. Many little girls like to get dressed up, but being patient enough to have their hair styled is another matter. Curls are a traditional way to add a dressy appearance and can be worn up, down, or swept...
Camping in Agadir, Morocco, is a social event. Unlike wilderness camping, camping in Morocco is an opportunity to meet and associate with other travelers from around the world. The port city of Agadir is the leading seaside vacation spot in...
Waiting for your hair to grow can be a frustrating experience. If you cut it short on a whim, it can seem like it takes forever to grow out. Or, if you have fine hair, it may seem impossible to get the long, lustrous locks you would like. The best...
Damaged hair diminishes the number of good hair days a person can have. Over-processing, washing too often, using high heat to dry and curl the hair, too much exposure to the sun, swimming in chlorinated pools and an unbalanced diet are all...
