African-American?
Q. I've been wondring, is the term 'Black' offensive to African-American people or not? I know that no one can speak for everyone, but I've been thinking about this for ages now. I mean, I always wanted to be Ethnic, believe me (I'm half South African, but I guess that doesn't matter - South-Africans are white too!). I'd love to be, I just do't know if it's offensive to use that term or not. I think the thing is, in conversation, it's just easier to say that keep saying African-American over and over again, you know? But if and when I say it, I feel as though I'm speaking out of turn or something. I don't know. Can I get any opinions on here (particularly those of African-American's)? Thanks in advance. =) PS - I don't mean this in an… [cont.]
Asked by Series of ?'s - Sat Jul 28 21:23:46 2007 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments
A. . Our society really needs to try to begin to understand that the 'African-American' (AA) 'Ethnic' group is *not* the same group as the Black American' (BA) 'Race' group -- that the two (2) terms are *not* synonymous and that the two (2) terms should *not* be used inter-changeably. We are *not* speaking of semantics here but rather the BAs & AAs are two (2) different groups of people. The AAs are the (largely Mixed-Race) ETHNIC group. The BAs are the (Mono-Raced) RACE group. As confusing as it seems -- the U.S. government [due to racism & wanting to stigmatize the part of their lineage that was from Africa which, by the way, is only one (1) part of their lineage] --- has labeled those individuals who are the known "de [cont.]
Answered by mixedraceperson - Sun Jul 29 12:48:17 2007
Q. I've been wondring, is the term 'Black' offensive to African-American people or not? I know that no one can speak for everyone, but I've been thinking about this for ages now. I mean, I always wanted to be Ethnic, believe me (I'm half South African, but I guess that doesn't matter - South-Africans are white too!). I'd love to be, I just do't know if it's offensive to use that term or not. I think the thing is, in conversation, it's just easier to say that keep saying African-American over and over again, you know? But if and when I say it, I feel as though I'm speaking out of turn or something. I don't know. Can I get any opinions on here (particularly those of African-American's)? Thanks in advance. =) PS - I don't mean this in an… [cont.]
Asked by Series of ?'s - Sat Jul 28 21:23:46 2007 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments
A. . Our society really needs to try to begin to understand that the 'African-American' (AA) 'Ethnic' group is *not* the same group as the Black American' (BA) 'Race' group -- that the two (2) terms are *not* synonymous and that the two (2) terms should *not* be used inter-changeably. We are *not* speaking of semantics here but rather the BAs & AAs are two (2) different groups of people. The AAs are the (largely Mixed-Race) ETHNIC group. The BAs are the (Mono-Raced) RACE group. As confusing as it seems -- the U.S. government [due to racism & wanting to stigmatize the part of their lineage that was from Africa which, by the way, is only one (1) part of their lineage] --- has labeled those individuals who are the known "de [cont.]
Answered by mixedraceperson - Sun Jul 29 12:48:17 2007
Any african-american hairstylists know which home relaxer is best to use on regular african american hair?
Q. I am african american with regular chin-length hair. I wrap my hair everynight, but the crown seems to be broken off and will hardly grow. Also, I try not to use heat on my hair-is using a hooded dryer better than a blow dryer? Also, what is the best at-home relaxer and hair care line I could use? I really can't afford to go to a beautician every two weeks. However, when I did, they made my hair grow really fast. What were they putting in my hair to make it grow so fast?
Asked by msryan427 - Mon Aug 6 11:06:10 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I'm not a professional hair-stylist but I really like the "Organic Root stimulator olive oil No-Lye relaxer system" or the "Dark & Lovely No-Lye Conditioning relaxing system". You can't go wrong with those (in my opinion). I had that same problem with the crown of my head. If you keep your hair moisturized and keep your ends clips, Your hair will grow fast. Also stay clear of hairstyles that put stress on that particular spot. Wrapping is cool though. ummm I guess thats it. oh yeah hooded dryers are definently better than blow dryers. For me Ive actually started letting my hair air dry. I would wrap it with a mousse and go to sleep and the next morning it would be dry. Thats only if you have the time. Hooded dryers are the next best thing. [cont.]
Answered by juicy_cherokee07 - Mon Aug 6 11:33:43 2007
Q. I am african american with regular chin-length hair. I wrap my hair everynight, but the crown seems to be broken off and will hardly grow. Also, I try not to use heat on my hair-is using a hooded dryer better than a blow dryer? Also, what is the best at-home relaxer and hair care line I could use? I really can't afford to go to a beautician every two weeks. However, when I did, they made my hair grow really fast. What were they putting in my hair to make it grow so fast?
Asked by msryan427 - Mon Aug 6 11:06:10 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I'm not a professional hair-stylist but I really like the "Organic Root stimulator olive oil No-Lye relaxer system" or the "Dark & Lovely No-Lye Conditioning relaxing system". You can't go wrong with those (in my opinion). I had that same problem with the crown of my head. If you keep your hair moisturized and keep your ends clips, Your hair will grow fast. Also stay clear of hairstyles that put stress on that particular spot. Wrapping is cool though. ummm I guess thats it. oh yeah hooded dryers are definently better than blow dryers. For me Ive actually started letting my hair air dry. I would wrap it with a mousse and go to sleep and the next morning it would be dry. Thats only if you have the time. Hooded dryers are the next best thing. [cont.]
Answered by juicy_cherokee07 - Mon Aug 6 11:33:43 2007
How would African Americans feel if Al Sharpton was shot to death by two African American police officers?
Q. I ask because it seems African Americans only react to police shootings when its white police who do it. I mean history proves it, Malcolm X, Fred Hampton and other Black Panther members were all killed by African American police and African Americans did nothing to fight back.
Asked by SouthBrooklynCarl - Sun Feb 22 11:08:33 2009 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. it'd be sad, but purely because it's sad when anyone has to lose a life. but i personally see al sharpton as a racist bigot who needs to sit himself down somewhere instead of jumping up everytime something goes down, just so he can stir up some racial tension of his own.
Answered by little miss sunshine (: - Sun Feb 22 11:16:34 2009
Q. I ask because it seems African Americans only react to police shootings when its white police who do it. I mean history proves it, Malcolm X, Fred Hampton and other Black Panther members were all killed by African American police and African Americans did nothing to fight back.
Asked by SouthBrooklynCarl - Sun Feb 22 11:08:33 2009 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. it'd be sad, but purely because it's sad when anyone has to lose a life. but i personally see al sharpton as a racist bigot who needs to sit himself down somewhere instead of jumping up everytime something goes down, just so he can stir up some racial tension of his own.
Answered by little miss sunshine (: - Sun Feb 22 11:16:34 2009
Where can I find printable African American student awards online?
Q. I work at a school were the children are all african american or african american and other nationalities. I would like to hand out awards that have african americans or other nationalities on them. It is not a racist thing, I just want to show them postive images that represent them.
Asked by kenbfos - Tue Apr 3 21:16:20 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. How comfortable are you are at using MS Powerpoint? Here's an idea. Go to Microsoft Design Gallery Live and download one of their Power Point Templates. You can find several award certificate templates. Also you can find on their clip art board positive images of African Americans and other nationalities. Several of the templates you could paste the clip art in the picture and create a unique certificate that reflects the student body Good luck!
Answered by idahdespida - Wed Apr 4 02:35:10 2007
Q. I work at a school were the children are all african american or african american and other nationalities. I would like to hand out awards that have african americans or other nationalities on them. It is not a racist thing, I just want to show them postive images that represent them.
Asked by kenbfos - Tue Apr 3 21:16:20 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. How comfortable are you are at using MS Powerpoint? Here's an idea. Go to Microsoft Design Gallery Live and download one of their Power Point Templates. You can find several award certificate templates. Also you can find on their clip art board positive images of African Americans and other nationalities. Several of the templates you could paste the clip art in the picture and create a unique certificate that reflects the student body Good luck!
Answered by idahdespida - Wed Apr 4 02:35:10 2007
Do you have a recommendation for African American hair products that can be mailed to an APO AP?
Q. I am an African American woman and I have extremely dry and thick, coarse hair. I have to get a touch up every two weeks and a full relaxer every four weeks. I want to know what relaxer is best, shampoo and conditioner, and moisturizer? Also, can you give me some hair tips to keep my hair mananagable. I am overseas, and the stylists here have very little knowledge with African American hair. What products work best with African Americans?
Asked by dmm1930 - Sat May 24 04:40:51 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. ok this sounds really weird but put lots of olive oil in your hair then put a shower cap of it for about 15 minutes. it will keep the heat in and then make sure you wash it out really really good. the oil helps calm down your hair a bit aswell as making it softer and shinier. it also prevents dry hair and split ends. my mum suggested this to an african women we knew and her hair became a bit more managable. the more thick your hair is the more oil you will have to put in. hope this helps :)
Answered by unknown - Sat May 24 04:48:57 2008
Q. I am an African American woman and I have extremely dry and thick, coarse hair. I have to get a touch up every two weeks and a full relaxer every four weeks. I want to know what relaxer is best, shampoo and conditioner, and moisturizer? Also, can you give me some hair tips to keep my hair mananagable. I am overseas, and the stylists here have very little knowledge with African American hair. What products work best with African Americans?
Asked by dmm1930 - Sat May 24 04:40:51 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. ok this sounds really weird but put lots of olive oil in your hair then put a shower cap of it for about 15 minutes. it will keep the heat in and then make sure you wash it out really really good. the oil helps calm down your hair a bit aswell as making it softer and shinier. it also prevents dry hair and split ends. my mum suggested this to an african women we knew and her hair became a bit more managable. the more thick your hair is the more oil you will have to put in. hope this helps :)
Answered by unknown - Sat May 24 04:48:57 2008
Who was the first African American woman to teach in a white school?
Q. I have to find an article for class tomorrow on the first African American women that taught in a white school. I have searched the internet and can't find it anywhere.
Asked by Josie - Wed Apr 23 16:04:39 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Charles L. Reason was one of the first... "In 1849 Reason became the first African American to hold a professorship at a predominantly white American college when he was hired as professor of belles lettres, Greek, Latin, and French and adjunct professor of mathematics at the integrated New York Central College in McGrawville (Cortland County), New York"
Answered by xo379 - Wed Apr 23 17:45:24 2008
Q. I have to find an article for class tomorrow on the first African American women that taught in a white school. I have searched the internet and can't find it anywhere.
Asked by Josie - Wed Apr 23 16:04:39 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Charles L. Reason was one of the first... "In 1849 Reason became the first African American to hold a professorship at a predominantly white American college when he was hired as professor of belles lettres, Greek, Latin, and French and adjunct professor of mathematics at the integrated New York Central College in McGrawville (Cortland County), New York"
Answered by xo379 - Wed Apr 23 17:45:24 2008
How was the first african american man to go to the moon?
Q. I need to know! I already know how was the first african american women to go to the moon and that was Mae Carol Jemison. But now I want to know who was the first african american man to go to the moon, PLEASE answer me question! Thank You.
Asked by malado faye - Thu Feb 12 19:33:44 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Mae Carol Jemison was a scientist aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavor in 1992. She was the first African American woman in space - she never went to the Moon. There has never been an African American (of either gender) on the moon. Faith is correct about Guy Bluford being the first African "American" in outer space in 1983 but the first Black man to go to outer space was actually a Cuban named Armando Tamayo - Mendez on a Soviet mission in 1980.
Answered by Scouser61 - Thu Feb 12 19:54:37 2009
Q. I need to know! I already know how was the first african american women to go to the moon and that was Mae Carol Jemison. But now I want to know who was the first african american man to go to the moon, PLEASE answer me question! Thank You.
Asked by malado faye - Thu Feb 12 19:33:44 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Mae Carol Jemison was a scientist aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavor in 1992. She was the first African American woman in space - she never went to the Moon. There has never been an African American (of either gender) on the moon. Faith is correct about Guy Bluford being the first African "American" in outer space in 1983 but the first Black man to go to outer space was actually a Cuban named Armando Tamayo - Mendez on a Soviet mission in 1980.
Answered by Scouser61 - Thu Feb 12 19:54:37 2009
What Beauty products do African American use?
Q. Most African American women i see around have very soft clear face what do they use? Like what creams and lotions do they use. Thank u to all!
Asked by Cheryl - Wed Aug 26 11:02:27 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. good question, i've noticed the same. i'll be watching this question. some people say that simply because their skin is darker you can't see any blemishes but i always noticed the texture of their skin is beautiful too.
Answered by fizt - Wed Aug 26 11:13:49 2009
Q. Most African American women i see around have very soft clear face what do they use? Like what creams and lotions do they use. Thank u to all!
Asked by Cheryl - Wed Aug 26 11:02:27 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. good question, i've noticed the same. i'll be watching this question. some people say that simply because their skin is darker you can't see any blemishes but i always noticed the texture of their skin is beautiful too.
Answered by fizt - Wed Aug 26 11:13:49 2009
How do I keep my african american hair straight while working out everyday?
Q. I am an african american woman and I work out everyday and I get really sweaty. I also have natural hair that I flat iron to get straight, but when I work out and get sweaty, my hair gets sweaty and ruins the straight style. Are there any products that I can use to keep my hair straight or anything I can do to keep sweat from my head?
Asked by Pink Girl - Mon Jun 23 13:27:52 2008 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments
A. i am assuming you intend to keep your hair natural. there is no real way to keep it absolutely straight, but the best way would be to keep your hair in a wrap (the hairstyle) while working out. If you can find an attractive satin scarf to wear over your hair and put a hat on top of that most people won't mind/notice. then use a cool blow dryer to dry your hair after working out without unwrapping the hair. you will still have a few crinkles here and there, but it still be easier to maintain. i also struggle with this issue, and i have yet to find a product that works helps or improves the results.
Answered by JusMe - Mon Jun 23 14:09:19 2008
Q. I am an african american woman and I work out everyday and I get really sweaty. I also have natural hair that I flat iron to get straight, but when I work out and get sweaty, my hair gets sweaty and ruins the straight style. Are there any products that I can use to keep my hair straight or anything I can do to keep sweat from my head?
Asked by Pink Girl - Mon Jun 23 13:27:52 2008 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments
A. i am assuming you intend to keep your hair natural. there is no real way to keep it absolutely straight, but the best way would be to keep your hair in a wrap (the hairstyle) while working out. If you can find an attractive satin scarf to wear over your hair and put a hat on top of that most people won't mind/notice. then use a cool blow dryer to dry your hair after working out without unwrapping the hair. you will still have a few crinkles here and there, but it still be easier to maintain. i also struggle with this issue, and i have yet to find a product that works helps or improves the results.
Answered by JusMe - Mon Jun 23 14:09:19 2008
How do i get natural african american hair if I already have relaxed hair?
Q. I have relaxed african american hair but if I wanted to go natural, what are the steps to starting it and keeping it nice? Is it easier to maintain relaxed hair or natural hair?
Asked by saintjuly64 - Wed May 13 13:58:50 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. While you are transitioning start using natural proucts. Natural hair performs better and is more manageable when maintained with natural products and I noticed that when transtioning my hair was easier to deal with when I used them as well. Deep condion your hair and do protein treatments every two weeks, every week do a hot oil treatment and massage your scalp. Get a scalp "grease" that does not contain petroleum and mineral oil but has natural oils in it like shea butter to apply to your scalp for growth. Mineral Oil and petroleum clog the pores and can inhibit growth so go as natural as possible. Stay a way from black hair care products in stores as they usually have mineral oil in them. Surfactants like SLS and SLES can sometimes (d [cont.]
Answered by Product_Junkiefo'Life - Wed May 13 21:08:59 2009
Q. I have relaxed african american hair but if I wanted to go natural, what are the steps to starting it and keeping it nice? Is it easier to maintain relaxed hair or natural hair?
Asked by saintjuly64 - Wed May 13 13:58:50 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. While you are transitioning start using natural proucts. Natural hair performs better and is more manageable when maintained with natural products and I noticed that when transtioning my hair was easier to deal with when I used them as well. Deep condion your hair and do protein treatments every two weeks, every week do a hot oil treatment and massage your scalp. Get a scalp "grease" that does not contain petroleum and mineral oil but has natural oils in it like shea butter to apply to your scalp for growth. Mineral Oil and petroleum clog the pores and can inhibit growth so go as natural as possible. Stay a way from black hair care products in stores as they usually have mineral oil in them. Surfactants like SLS and SLES can sometimes (d [cont.]
Answered by Product_Junkiefo'Life - Wed May 13 21:08:59 2009
How can an African American female dye and perm her hair without having it break off?
Q. I would like to color my hair a few weeks after I perm it so how long should I wait? I have heard and read countless stories of African American females saying their hair broke off when they tried to color it after perming it.
Asked by ng - Wed Jun 20 19:27:49 2007 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I would suggest waiting two to three weeks after perming to color hair. also a good hot oil treatment after color can really get you along way.
Answered by priscilla s - Wed Jun 20 19:36:33 2007
Q. I would like to color my hair a few weeks after I perm it so how long should I wait? I have heard and read countless stories of African American females saying their hair broke off when they tried to color it after perming it.
Asked by ng - Wed Jun 20 19:27:49 2007 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I would suggest waiting two to three weeks after perming to color hair. also a good hot oil treatment after color can really get you along way.
Answered by priscilla s - Wed Jun 20 19:36:33 2007
Are you an african american that also speaks a foreign language?
Q. I'm African american and learned Spanish. I live in chicago. I am currently learning portuguese and some sign language. If you are african american and speak a foreign language, which languages do you speak and in which city do you live? Just curious. Would love to hear especially from Chicagoans.
Asked by ZR S - Fri Jul 3 14:21:56 2009 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I am black and I am originally from NY but lived in chi town a few years back. I now live in TX. I have learned Spanish, French, Some Madarin and Cantonese ( its a process!) and Russian. I work for a major Healthcare company and it helps that I seldomly have to use interpretors for our members...! Good luck with the portuguese, I am told its similar to spanish. PS I love when people who speak those languages that I know are speaking about me or have questions and I "volunteer" to assist them in their language... The look on their faces ...Priceless! :-)
Answered by whasreeleegoinon - Fri Jul 3 14:32:37 2009
Q. I'm African american and learned Spanish. I live in chicago. I am currently learning portuguese and some sign language. If you are african american and speak a foreign language, which languages do you speak and in which city do you live? Just curious. Would love to hear especially from Chicagoans.
Asked by ZR S - Fri Jul 3 14:21:56 2009 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I am black and I am originally from NY but lived in chi town a few years back. I now live in TX. I have learned Spanish, French, Some Madarin and Cantonese ( its a process!) and Russian. I work for a major Healthcare company and it helps that I seldomly have to use interpretors for our members...! Good luck with the portuguese, I am told its similar to spanish. PS I love when people who speak those languages that I know are speaking about me or have questions and I "volunteer" to assist them in their language... The look on their faces ...Priceless! :-)
Answered by whasreeleegoinon - Fri Jul 3 14:32:37 2009
How would a african american female look with side swept bangs with layered hair?
Q. I'm african American with hair about half way down my back. Anyone who is african american or is familar with our type of hai knows that it can be kinky . I was wondering if anyone thinks it would be a good idea to get side swept bangs with the rest of my hair in long layers. or if i should only get one or the other.
Asked by skinnyminnie_17 - Sun Nov 4 20:39:13 2007 - - 7 Answers - 1 Comments
A. If you kept it relaxed and in good shape, it would be very cute. You must not let it scraggly!!
Answered by Tracey T - Sun Nov 4 20:43:58 2007
Q. I'm african American with hair about half way down my back. Anyone who is african american or is familar with our type of hai knows that it can be kinky . I was wondering if anyone thinks it would be a good idea to get side swept bangs with the rest of my hair in long layers. or if i should only get one or the other.
Asked by skinnyminnie_17 - Sun Nov 4 20:39:13 2007 - - 7 Answers - 1 Comments
A. If you kept it relaxed and in good shape, it would be very cute. You must not let it scraggly!!
Answered by Tracey T - Sun Nov 4 20:43:58 2007
How can I make my hair more like African American Hair?
Q. I have thin, straight hair, and I have always loved african american hair, because of the texture, and how it has so much more body. I would love to make my hair more like African Hair. Any ideas?
Asked by boohoocarla - Fri Sep 28 13:56:36 2007 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes, you can either go for braiding - or get a very tight perm. Use lots of gel when you style it.
Answered by Jewel D - Fri Sep 28 14:00:49 2007
Q. I have thin, straight hair, and I have always loved african american hair, because of the texture, and how it has so much more body. I would love to make my hair more like African Hair. Any ideas?
Asked by boohoocarla - Fri Sep 28 13:56:36 2007 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes, you can either go for braiding - or get a very tight perm. Use lots of gel when you style it.
Answered by Jewel D - Fri Sep 28 14:00:49 2007
How to care for a boiling water burn to avoid scarring for African American skin?
Q. Just a first to second degree burn. What can you put on it to avoid scarring and make it heal faster, any remedies, special scar cream, etc.? I am an African American woman.
Asked by Gina - Mon Aug 17 09:39:18 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Try Aloe Vera gel, either taken from a plant or bottled (get the 100% kind). Rub it generously over the burn once or twice a day. Aloe Vera is considered to be one of the best remedies against burns. Good luck!
Answered by Dango - Mon Aug 17 09:50:49 2009
Q. Just a first to second degree burn. What can you put on it to avoid scarring and make it heal faster, any remedies, special scar cream, etc.? I am an African American woman.
Asked by Gina - Mon Aug 17 09:39:18 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Try Aloe Vera gel, either taken from a plant or bottled (get the 100% kind). Rub it generously over the burn once or twice a day. Aloe Vera is considered to be one of the best remedies against burns. Good luck!
Answered by Dango - Mon Aug 17 09:50:49 2009
What is the best hair dye for african american hair?
Q. I wear my hair natural and I've been dying and highlight it for about 3 years twice a year. Although my hair has grown the ends have been breaking. I started off using herbal essence, then switched to texture and tones for women and color, then last year i tried Feria by loreal. 5 years a go i used a rinse dye and it just ruined my towels and would wash out. What is the best hair dye and highlighting brand for african american hair?
Asked by TootsiePop - Sat Apr 4 16:40:04 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Go to the health food store and buy henna, its natural/ organic and theres alot of great reviews on youtube about and how people liked it.
Answered by creolehunny - Sat Apr 4 16:43:54 2009
Q. I wear my hair natural and I've been dying and highlight it for about 3 years twice a year. Although my hair has grown the ends have been breaking. I started off using herbal essence, then switched to texture and tones for women and color, then last year i tried Feria by loreal. 5 years a go i used a rinse dye and it just ruined my towels and would wash out. What is the best hair dye and highlighting brand for african american hair?
Asked by TootsiePop - Sat Apr 4 16:40:04 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Go to the health food store and buy henna, its natural/ organic and theres alot of great reviews on youtube about and how people liked it.
Answered by creolehunny - Sat Apr 4 16:43:54 2009
How do I curl my hair, like the African American hair salon does my hair with the flat-irons?
Q. I just want to learn how to curl my hair like my African American hair salon does my hair. I am African American. My hair has been washed, blow-dryed and straightened... Just need to learn a technique to get tight lasting curls. Go to this site below and the little girl on the picture that's what kind of curls I would like, and I use these products on my hair that's on the site, they work very well.
Asked by bubbagum85 - Sun Feb 4 13:22:05 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. First things First...does your friend have a press or a perm? With a perm flat-ironing is much easier because you're hair is pretty much straightened already but with a press it's a little more work involved because you have to press your hair first before you flat iron, which means you have to be extra careful not to expose your hair to too much heat and create breakage and dryness. You will need: 1) A Flat Iron 2) Sectioning Clips 3) Spritz (not hairspray or oil-sheen) or Anti-Frizz Product 4) Tail Comb 5) Blow Dryer 1. Wash Hair (optional: While hair is wet you use a frizz control product) 2. Blow dry hair until hair is 100% dry. You are just removing the moisture, so there is no need to straighten your hair at this point. That… [cont.]
Answered by Bonita Applebaum - Sun Feb 4 13:33:03 2007
Q. I just want to learn how to curl my hair like my African American hair salon does my hair. I am African American. My hair has been washed, blow-dryed and straightened... Just need to learn a technique to get tight lasting curls. Go to this site below and the little girl on the picture that's what kind of curls I would like, and I use these products on my hair that's on the site, they work very well.
Asked by bubbagum85 - Sun Feb 4 13:22:05 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. First things First...does your friend have a press or a perm? With a perm flat-ironing is much easier because you're hair is pretty much straightened already but with a press it's a little more work involved because you have to press your hair first before you flat iron, which means you have to be extra careful not to expose your hair to too much heat and create breakage and dryness. You will need: 1) A Flat Iron 2) Sectioning Clips 3) Spritz (not hairspray or oil-sheen) or Anti-Frizz Product 4) Tail Comb 5) Blow Dryer 1. Wash Hair (optional: While hair is wet you use a frizz control product) 2. Blow dry hair until hair is 100% dry. You are just removing the moisture, so there is no need to straighten your hair at this point. That… [cont.]
Answered by Bonita Applebaum - Sun Feb 4 13:33:03 2007
How can I grow my African American hair 3 more inches and how many months would that take?
Q. I am African American,my hair is healthy,& I just got a trim. What are some tips to grow my Hair? I am getting braids I am getting braids, and I was wondering if your able to wash braids
Asked by chantel k - Sat Aug 11 22:58:58 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. yes you can wash braids. Try Surge Plus 14, or S Curl or Carefree Gold, or a spray for braids, you can mix it with wildhairgrowth, castor oil (olive oil, tea tree, jojoba) and water. But keep it clean and moisturizer it daily. Some days only do cowash-conditioner. Braids is a good way to gain growth. Keep it mosit. Even bag it sometimes. Use moisturizers first then oil to seal in the mosit. You might get an inch a month with the braids, normally it is half inch.
Answered by Idon0tknow - Sun Aug 12 01:25:01 2007
Q. I am African American,my hair is healthy,& I just got a trim. What are some tips to grow my Hair? I am getting braids I am getting braids, and I was wondering if your able to wash braids
Asked by chantel k - Sat Aug 11 22:58:58 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. yes you can wash braids. Try Surge Plus 14, or S Curl or Carefree Gold, or a spray for braids, you can mix it with wildhairgrowth, castor oil (olive oil, tea tree, jojoba) and water. But keep it clean and moisturizer it daily. Some days only do cowash-conditioner. Braids is a good way to gain growth. Keep it mosit. Even bag it sometimes. Use moisturizers first then oil to seal in the mosit. You might get an inch a month with the braids, normally it is half inch.
Answered by Idon0tknow - Sun Aug 12 01:25:01 2007
How can I make my African American hair grow longer?
Q. Hi, Im african american. I have thick coarse hair that dries out quick and splits at the end. I was trying the perm Olive Oil but it wont work in my head anymore. What should I do? What should I try? Should I try another perm?
Asked by Bl@ckR0s3454 - Mon Jul 27 18:22:03 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Hi, I understand your frustration. I saw one of the other answer that said to only relax every 3-4 months. If your hair is like mine. I can't stretch more than 10 weeks without seeing breakage. If you still want to relax, I would suggest you relax every 8-12 weeks depending on how much new growth you get and how healthy your hair is. You need to get a trim and start fresh. Try not to use heat so much. There is alot that you can do, and its alot to say so i have a site that I love. Its a black haircare forum. You can ask many questions and get advice on many different things. From the right relaxer, essential oils for hair growth, the right shampoos. The site is: Ooh, avoid using mineral oil, and petrolatum. These products are… [cont.]
Answered by Whitley O - Mon Jul 27 22:15:57 2009
Q. Hi, Im african american. I have thick coarse hair that dries out quick and splits at the end. I was trying the perm Olive Oil but it wont work in my head anymore. What should I do? What should I try? Should I try another perm?
Asked by Bl@ckR0s3454 - Mon Jul 27 18:22:03 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Hi, I understand your frustration. I saw one of the other answer that said to only relax every 3-4 months. If your hair is like mine. I can't stretch more than 10 weeks without seeing breakage. If you still want to relax, I would suggest you relax every 8-12 weeks depending on how much new growth you get and how healthy your hair is. You need to get a trim and start fresh. Try not to use heat so much. There is alot that you can do, and its alot to say so i have a site that I love. Its a black haircare forum. You can ask many questions and get advice on many different things. From the right relaxer, essential oils for hair growth, the right shampoos. The site is: Ooh, avoid using mineral oil, and petrolatum. These products are… [cont.]
Answered by Whitley O - Mon Jul 27 22:15:57 2009
What is the real reason why african american hair stays still?
Q. I am african american, and I have never permed my hair. I have only flat ironed and texturized it. I use hair lotion, John Frieda Mousse and Doctor Miracles. Sometimes my hair stays still, as if it is permed. Just now i got my hair bang and lifted it up , it stayed up until I brought It back down. Can anyone please help!
Asked by qafrocks97 - Mon Dec 22 14:05:05 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. well i can only speak for me and my hair and not other African Americans but i think the reason why my hair stays up is because the grease and the oil sheen that i have in it keeps it up and still. the grease kind of is like a "mold" to my hair. it molds the hair that i want up or down. that's what i think that the reason is why black ppl hair stays up or still :D but you should ask your hairdresser or either set up an appointment to find out how you can make it more lively and not so still
Answered by Butterfly Angel :D - Mon Dec 22 14:10:03 2008
Q. I am african american, and I have never permed my hair. I have only flat ironed and texturized it. I use hair lotion, John Frieda Mousse and Doctor Miracles. Sometimes my hair stays still, as if it is permed. Just now i got my hair bang and lifted it up , it stayed up until I brought It back down. Can anyone please help!
Asked by qafrocks97 - Mon Dec 22 14:05:05 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. well i can only speak for me and my hair and not other African Americans but i think the reason why my hair stays up is because the grease and the oil sheen that i have in it keeps it up and still. the grease kind of is like a "mold" to my hair. it molds the hair that i want up or down. that's what i think that the reason is why black ppl hair stays up or still :D but you should ask your hairdresser or either set up an appointment to find out how you can make it more lively and not so still
Answered by Butterfly Angel :D - Mon Dec 22 14:10:03 2008
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