Harvested from the shea nuts in West Africa, shea butter became an extremely beneficial product for both hair and body. Also known as the “tree of life” (karite tree) because of its healing properties. It can be widely used from soaps to hair sealant and has tons nutrients that keep hair and skin healthy. Sealing Moisture is a very important part of hair. Without it hair becomes dry, frizzy and brittle. Fine and oily hair types are most susceptible to form of damage. Therefore, sealing is a very important after the application of a water based product to keep moisture in. Shea butter has a high content of fatty acids like palmitic, oleic, linoleum, stearic and arachidic; making it excellent...
Trimming is an essential part of healthy hair. As stated in LaJAshley’s “…Now Lets’s Get Hairformation” blog, hair is dead once it leaves the scalp. When hair is handled (combed, styled, brushed, manipulated, etc) it is susceptible to tangles, knots and breakage. When tangled occur, they increase breakage, especially if you don’t take time to detangle hair properly. Split ends are very common, but if not trimmed right away, can split all the way up your hair strand. Knots in hair often snag onto clothing and other hair strands and increase tangles. Overall, hair doesn’t look healthy when not trimmed and can look frizzy and lifeless. Who wants that? I know you don’t. It is recommended that hair be trimmed...
Water Water. A liquid substance that makes up 71% of the world we live and 60% of our. bodies, and something we’ve been told we need lots of. But why? Why is it a part of a healthy diet? Whether internally or externally, it is definitely an essential part of life. Water does so much more than our eyes can see, until you omit it from your hair regimen, then everyone will clearly understand lol. Dehydration Just like plants, hair needs water to grow. The average strand consists of approximately 15% of its weight in water. Removing water internally and/or externally hinders growth because of lack of moisture. When hair doesn’t have enough moisture, it becomes brittle and...
Commonly known for its use for making tequila, agave is extracted from a plant located primarily in the majority of the southwest region. It is a vegan alternative sweetener to honey, and has incredible benefits for hair. Agaves’ hydroxyl groups make them hydrophilic(ability to attract water). and as a result act as a humectant, drawing water to the hair. It is composed of several large carbohydrate molecules called polysaccharides: inulin, saponin, and fructosan, which are the building blocks of different types of sugar molecules. Agave creates a smoothing effect on hair and leaves it refreshed and shiny. No wonder why LaJAshley uses agave in products like: Coconut Cream Hydrating Hair Masque,Green Apple Dream Protein Conditioner,Mint-Tea Stimulating Deep Conditioner,Papaya...
I’m sure you’ve heard by now of the the tiny superfood known as the Chia seed. Native to Mexico and Guatemala, these seeds are extremely beneficial to ones diet. They help to calm inflammation, heal, protect and maintain healthy pliable skin. They are rich in a ton of essential vitamins and nutrients that are not only great for the body but hair too. Rich in Vitamins and Nutrients Chia seeds are rich in: Protein- a building block of hair which promotes strength and growth Phosphorus- aid in hair growth Calcium- gives more elasticity to hair Iron and omega-3 fatty acids-prevents hair loss Copper and zinc- helps two prevent damage and scalp infections. Chia seeds aid in the generation...
