The Year In Review

After 198 posts (Yes, this is the 198 post) and answering over 367 e-mails, I thought it was time for a little review. I will do one for every year that TCHD is online. So, here we go!

What you should know by now:

• Shampoo, condition, and deep condition your hair at least 1x a week.
• Co-washing is another name for Conditioner washing. Conditioner washing involves using a conditioner to wash your hair instead of a shampoo and it helps those who are in need of moisture.
• Trial and error will help you find a good regimen. Find what works for YOU!
  
• Trimming doesn't promote growth, but it does rid the hair of split ends that can later lead to breakage.
• Keeping the hair protected will help you retain length, thus achieving longer and healthier hair.
• You don't have to shop in the Ethnic section for all your hair products.
• Lye relaxers, although they are harsher on the scalp than No-Lye, help the hair retain more moisture. No-Lye can cause damage.
• Too much heat can cause damage so keep it to a minimum. Also, try using Ionic tools.
• Mineral oil and petroleum are NOT your best buds. Limit your use of them and clarify monthly to get rid of the film they leave behind.
• Clarifying and chelating (rids the hair of calcium deposits) gives the hair a fresh start.
• Follow up a heavy protein with a moisturizing conditioner to prevent breakage.
• Combs can snag hairs so seamless is the way to go. I don't remember if it's seamless, but I use the Jilbere comb.
• Water and vitamins do help.
• Scalp massages can increase your hair's growth rate by 5%. So get those fingers working!
• Documenting your hair journey helps you see how much your hair has grown.
• Natural oils like Coconut or Jojoba are beneficial to the hair.
• Your hair CAN grow!
  

If I'm up to it, I'll post more. I just have to sit and think. Happy hair growing!