I'm Back

I've been gone for quite some time now but I'm back. Just to share a bit of what has been going on with me. God has been blessing my family so much. Without him, i dont know where we would be.

Update #1: I moved 1 hour away from my job. My husband got a job two hours out of the city and was driving four hours a day for 6 months. It was tough on him, his car and our budget. So we made the move and I dont regret it. i've never lived that far out of the city before but I love it out here. its soooo peaceful.

Update#2: I am no longer a co-owner of Hairitage Creations. I decided that my education is higher on my priority list then owning a salon. Now that my husband is working, I can go to school full time and work full time. Going to school full time and taking courses that I should have taken before has definitly been an eye opener. I"ve come to realize that there is more to business then I know.

Update#3: My husband and I have been put in charge of some of the coolest kids walking the earth, Ou church's youth group. that thas taken alot of my time but time flies when you're having fun. These kids are so amazing and they have so much potential. Serving youth has always been something that I wanted to do and being with these kids and doing different projects not only reminds me of when I was their age and the struggles I faced but how much fun I had. Working with them takes up a lot of time but it certianly is not time wasted.

 

 

Okay, I'm talking too much. Here is a video of my hair journey and my different styles over the last year. My hair has grown alot thanks to protective styling. I will be updating frequently and tell you all about how I take care of my hair.

Prevention is better than a cure

 

Does your hair always feel dry and brittle? Is it always falling in the sink after combing and styling? Chances are, you need a DEEP CONDITIONING TREATMENT. Deep conditioning treatments are often mistaken for a “conditioner”, so let me break it down for you.

A conditioner is used after you wash your and it does not penetrate the hair shaft. It coats and provides a short term protection for your hair by providing a thin layer over the hair that makes it silky smooth and allows the hair to battle everyday wear and tear. It is also used to balance the ph. in the hair and to close and seal the cuticles on the hair shaft.

Deep Conditioning Treatment

Moisturizing- is the most requested treatment. It is used to increase the amount of moisture within the hair. It’s great for hair that has been dried out from heat and chemical damage (curling iron, relaxers, perms, color).Doing frequent moisturizing treatment on dry and frizzy hair can give it luster and bounce.

Reconstructor- are protein based treatment that make the hair stronger. I find them to be more effective on chemically damaged hair that is fragile and breaking. Reconstructors are often a balance of moisture and protein and are best used immediately after a chemical service. There is usually a noticeable difference in the hair after the first two reconstructive treatments. The hair feels stronger and there is less hair falling into the sink after combing.

When do I treat my hair?

Always treat your hair after a chemical service. Chemical services opens the hair cuticle and causes damage. Performing a treatment immediately after allows the treatment to penetrate the hair shaft easier because cuticles are already lift. It also helps to seal the cuticle better. I also advice my clients to treat their hair every 2-3 weeks depending on the condition of their. For me, “prevention is better than cure’, its better to treat your hair to avoid breakage.

Severe breakage- treat twice a week. Alternate between protein and moisture. After two weeks, treat once a week. After three weeks, treat once every two weeks. Remember to alternate the treatment because too much of one type can cause an overload.

Remember, “Prevention is better than cure"

Winterizing Your Hair

 

Thanksgiving is around the corner and there is "white stuff" on the ground so there is no doubt that winter is here. Time to pull out the coats, hats, and gloves for protection from the cold but lets not forget about our hair. There's more to it then putting on a hat.

Let's start with moisture. There is no way to get away from moisture loss. The harsh outdoor weather can suck moisture out of your strands as well as the dry indoor heat. Take these points into consideration so that your hair will survive this winter.

1) Intense moisturizing under a steamer or a hooded dryer with heavy conditioners and oils are necessary to prevent your hair from drying out. Oils like olive and coconut are very beneficial.

2) Use less shampoo and moisturize more often. Because there is no way to escape moisture loss, moisturizing often is the key to maintaining healthy strands. Moisturizing 1-2x a week is good.This can be done by co-washing. Click on highlighted text for a link on co-washing.

3) Wear your hair in a protective style like a bun, ponytail. or a sew in and stay away from wool accessories. This prevents your hair from rubbing and snagging on your scarfs, turtle necks and sweaters. For those wearing locs, this prevents lint from getting stuck in your locs

4)Drink lots of water. Keep your body hydrated from the inside out because whatever happens in your body shows on the outside.

Remember "Moisture is Key" this winter and "Knowledge is Power". If you have any questions, feel free to contact Gradieh Wreh at 952-847-3204