(BlackDoctor.org) -- Imagine how it must feel to be afraid to comb your hair, because you know that every time a comb or brush goes anywhere near it, clumps of hair fall out. Or to face the challenge of having to camouflage your thinning hair by pulling the few remaining strands over bare patches or placing hair pins at specific points, so that nobody will notice your hair is falling out. It isn't pleasant, but for various reasons, many women live through that experience everyday.
(BlackDoctor.org) -- The allure of long hair is a strong one in every society, with long hair signifying virility, fertility and youth. Many Black women are convinced that they can’t grow their hair long, telling themselves that their hair will always be short. Well, it is possible to grow your hair to a good length, but you're going to have to work hard at it and for quite a long time.
When your hairdresser suggests a trim resist the temptation to throttle her and accept her advice
(BlackDoctor.org) -- There's nothing like a splash of colour to brighten up your life. And if you feel like making a real statement, then changing your hair colour to something more dynamic, might be what you need to kick start the new year!
Preparation
Before colouring your hair, make sure that both your hair and scalp are in good condition. If you've already put your hair through the paces by relaxing it or using other chemical treatments, you
(BlackDoctor.org) -- Wigs are fun, and as the weather slips towards autumn, it’s a great way of changing your image without taking the plunge of having a drastic hair cut or colour change. Lil' Kim’s white hot look has been very influential, as have the natural ‘fros of Macy Gray and Angie Stone. Wigs allow you to change your mood and personality instantly. They are brilliant for bad hair days And there are designs for every type of style. We’ve even seen dreadlock hair pieces with