Posted by Dalilah,

The short answer to this question is yes. The long answer is that I don’t think I’ve ever met anyone who has experienced 0% breakage. I'd imagine that their hair would have to be at a level of perfect moisture 100% of the time and experiencing no friction, ever. In theory it is possible, but I don’t have any statistics on the reality of the situation to share with you, so don’t be disheartened if like me you feel that you haven't been successful in achieving this just yet. It's a great goal to aim for though!

Hair Strand Ready to Break

 

To answer this question properly let’s first be clear on the definition. There is a difference between hair breakage and hair shedding. When hair breaks it does so because it is very weak. This can usually be a result of heat/chemical damage. This can also be a result of poor hair care practices, causing it to break off before the end of its hair cycle. When hair sheds however, it is because your hair strand's cycle has come to an end. This and is absolutely normal, we all naturally shed between 50 and 100 strands of hair a day. If like me you cover your hair, then when you take your scarf off at the end of the day, you may see all your suicide strands in one go. This can be overwhelming, but if you don't cover your hair, and you leave your hair out loose, you may not even notice it falling off your shoulders throughout the day.

Hair Brush Full of Shedding Hair

I was on the underground the other day and there was a gentleman next to me who was reading his book. All of a sudden a young lady’s hair strand floated onto it; he didn’t even look alarmed. He just brushed it off and continued reading. And the young girl from who’s head it fell, didn’t even notice, maybe because she had hundreds spare? Hair that we shed is often followed by a new hair in it's place. New hair is always good news! (when it is on our scalp). So this is reassuring. Do you know anyone who has 0% breakage? How did they achieve it? Please leave your answers in our comments section elow, I'd love to know the details of their hair care routine. Happy Hair Hugging! x

Posted by Dalilah,

 

So this was a question offered to me in sincerity by a grown man whom I met through a networking event. He was looking for businesses to take part in his 30 day marketing challenge. I volunteered but he turned me down when he learned I was selling hair products. He believed that I could not sell hair products and cover my hair simultaneously. He didn't care that I had plenty of happy customers and good reviews. Surely it's the customer's opinion that matters most when it comes to my brand and not what I look like...right? My first thought was wow, some people really don't mince their words. I never thought covering my hair would be such a drama. When I went natural it was because my hair had had enough of braids relaxers and weaves. By 'enough' I mean it was thin and falling out at the edges. I still had the intention to go back to the 'creamy crack'...somewhere inside me I knew I did. But at some point between age 18 and 28 - I changed. I grew emotionally and spiritually and have in the last year decided to turn my 'most of the time headwrap' into a daily Hijab. I was never forced, it's just who I am... who I became. I suppose the way I wrapped my hair was my own personal way of transitioning into more modest style of dressing.

"Why did you choose to sell this kind of product?" he proceeded, when I told him revealing my hair wasn't an option. "You can't demonstrate it.." he continued. Yes that's true I can't. And I don't blame him for having reservations, I wouldn't think to buy facecream from someone in a burka... but if i'd heard good things and seen the results on others, I would love to try it. I started covering after I started my business and I started my business out of a passion for caring for my hair. Out of a passion for loving myself in my natural state, no longer wanting to depend on extentions to feel beautiful or acceptable to look at. I wasn't going to stop caring about helping others just becuause it would be harder now. I still have hair under this scarf, a lot of it, and it needs looking after too, just like anyone else's. And it's not the end of the world that he doesn't want to help me I'm still happy to shamelessly promote myself. I know I'm not the only one who has felt that way. Am I? I'm sure that there are women out there like me who actually just want a product that works and don't care whose face is on the advert. Through my Hijab i took a stand against my ego and said "you know what world? I actually don't need your opinion in order to feel good about myself." I love my hair, and I hug my hair daily with my products and my Hijab.

 

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Posted by HMH Blogger By Patience Muia Many ladies are happy with the freedom that comes along with short hair but also some fear that the styles to short hair are limited. Short hair actually gives you the chance you could not get with long hair. With short hair you can experiment with different natural hair styles. For example you can opt to do coils, braids and twists too. The good thing is that it is much easier and faster to style short hair. If your hair is extremely or too short, I would recommend coils. They work perfectly well. Here are some great hair styles for short hair wearers who want to remain completely natural. 1. Two strand twist

It’s a very good way to change your look and it’s a protective style as well. 2. Flat twists/braids

This is a brilliant way to hide the real length of your hair. You can get a bit more creative with this style and get more styles from it. 3. Straw/roller set

This is known for giving your hair cute and uniform curls. For those who are not constrained by the idea of remaining natural, here are some styles for them too; 4. Weaves and wigs If your hair is too short to the extent that you cannot wear weaves, then I think that wigs will do for you. Wigs actually protect ones hair. 5. Extensions

Braiding or twisting your hair with extensions, can give you a whole lot of rocking looks. These styles protect your hair in addition to keeping you away from boredom. They give you the chance to keep exploring and this works out pretty well especially if you are a curious person.

The above listed styles are meant to help and ensure that you enjoy your short hair term to the maximum with minimal complaints. They help build up self-confidence while wearing short hair.

Posted by Lil 1- Introduce yourself My name is Tee Nikki Anderson. I am a Kansas City, Missouri native presently residing in Houston, Texas. 2- Describe the moment you were spotted by Hug My Hair I was spotted on Facebook in a natural hair group known as TeamNatural. 3- Have you always rocked and loved your curls/kinks/coils? If not, how did you come to embrace your natural hair?

I rock my kinky coils once a blue moon because it requires at least two hours before preparing myself for my work day. I love my coils just prefer my twist out because they last longer and more convenient due to my work schedule.

4- How would you describe your hair texture?

My hair texture is a 3a/4c which at times can be time consuming.

5- Tell us one "Do" and one "Don't" for your hair type.

One "Do" for my hair is to make sure to do a deep condition. One "Don't" is to never ever sleep with my hair untied at night otherwise it becomes matted.

6- What advice would you give to someone considering going natural?

My advice to someone who is looking to transition over to becoming a naturalista would be to stay focused, embrace the journey and overlook the naysayers. 

7- How do you love to wear your hair?

I tend to wear my hair in mainly twist-outs and when time allows I rock a curly Mohawk.

8- How often do you wash your hair and what products do you use?

I tend to do a lather shampoo once a month with beautiful textures hair product line. Any other time I do a "No Poo" followed by a extra virgin oil and apple cider vinegar rinse.

9- Describe your worst hair day.

A bad hair day for me is waking up and pulling my hair into a bun.

10- Your Twitter/Facebook/Instagram pages (if applicable) are?

Twitter- @Tenacity83 Facebook-Tee Nikki Anderson Instagram @Mysstee83

Posted by HMH Blogger By Patience Muia Cutting off your hair can be dramatic especially for those people who have had lengthy hair for a long period. Those with shoulder length hair are can also find it quite hard to chop off their hair. Feeling nervous and confused is obvious before making the decision to go for short hair. We often worry so much about how we may look after the big chop but believe me it’s mostly for the better. We fear that we will no longer look attractive in the eyes of our men. There is a myth that hair of black people does not grow as fast compared to hair from other races. But it is a misunderstanding because with good care black hair can grow as long and as fast as well. The reason people think that black hair is slow in growing lengthwise is because, black hair is normally kinky and curly hence it appears to be shorter than it is. Most black women opt to relax their hair hence causing breakage and damage to their hair. As a result, their hair does not grow longer due to the damage. Black hair in its natural state can shrink up to 90% of its real length hence appearing shorter contrary to the reality.

Some people think that only people with certain face shapes that can go for short hair but this is false. Cutting off your hair is quite a big deal at first and a big bold step as well, but the good thing is that it easily grows back quite fast. I understand the fear, gasps, and anxiety that one has before finally deciding that it is now time to give your hair a big chop. It's quite clear that short hair rocks!

Short hair is an everyone’s thing, whether black or white, long faces or round, I insist that anyone can comfortably wear short hair.