Tailored Baldness Or Invisible Parts? You Decide...

Tragedy Or Trend?

We all know that a women's hair is typically her crown and glory.  Some go through great lengths to grow their hair, thicken their hair or even pay top dollars for extensions.  Whatever the case we love to look good.  Right?  Or not?

OH YEAH THIS IS HOT!!!   A HOT MESS!  LADIES JUST SAY NOOOOOOOO

                                                                                                       

  WHO DID THIS TO THIS MOTHER?  

My question to many today is after going through so much to grow the hair that we have, could anyone explain why Invisible Parts have now become an urban trend of tragedy?

With more than 10 years of Professional experience it never quit went over well with me why anyone would do this to themselves let alone their hair.

Most importantly what kind of stylist would install such technique that causes nothing short of hair loss, breakage and thinning.

You should know that the crown area has always been an extremely sensitive part.  Including the most fragilest other than your nape and edges.  With your crown being sensitive since born known as the 'soft spot', even in your adult age you may still need to use caution when preforming any type of treatment or chemical process.  This would include excessive stress, pulling or INVISIBLE PARTS!

I have attached a few pictures I found online....although I have personal seen some that were better looking (for the first week)  I would NEVER as a professional stylist perform this one a client whom was:

A.  Has been previously chemical processed

B.  Has thinning, balding, or has visible stress areas in that area

C.  On softer/ finer textured hair

D.  On anyone seeking hair growth

At Hollywood Hair Clinics & Company LLC you could not come in to get this service.  Because we believe in TRUE hair growth, we are care to much about our clients to do something that would cause damage.  Sorry the money just isn't worth it!

But I like the Invisible Parts.  What should I do?

Well like this attractive young lady to your right, she too seems to love her new due!  However if your not convinced of the damage it causes your hair, than wear it and wear it well. 

My stylist has been doing my hair for years!  She would never put something in my hair that would cause breakage.

Hmmmmm my guess would be that wither she/ or he isn't aware of the damage ( I would hope)  or it maybe time for another stylist.  Any educated stylist couldn't possibly think this is ok?  Really

So, how can I recover from this tragedy?

My professional advice would be to simply STOP!  Please stop!  With the rising number of hair loss causes in the US this seriously is a bigger issue than the overall appearance of this 'new trend'.  

Your hair goes through cycles through the course of a life span   It is defenitley true that we can cause of speed up our hair loss.  This is something that will not only weigh those poor hair follicles down and although you may not see the long term affects immediately, trust me you WILL later.

TIPS BY ANNA T:

Please remember to treat your hair and visit your Professional Stylist regularly while you have extensions in as well as when you are giving your hair a break.  Protein treatments are essential.  A proper diet is a must when looking to get your hair to grow.

Ask questions!  You should never be afraid to ask the person who you are entrusting your hair with a question.  

If you notice breakage that wasn't there prior to visiting your stylist, please make note of it.  You stylist should be able to track and evaluate any changes in their customers hair.

Build a good relationship with your stylist.  Understand what her goals are for you.  Every client SHOULD have a POA.  Rather it be done verbal, mentally or written down in your client portal, this is very important.

My heart is truly sadden that more of us do not take better care of our hair or appearance.  The purpose of this blog wasn't to offend or make fun of any particular person but rather to again educate my clients, stylist and community.  Invisible part has only been seen in the urban community, which should tell you that most Professional people would never even think of wearing something like this.  Have you ever wondered why?

Hair extensions were originally for the upper class man also viewed as a luxury.  Now it seems that so many have cheapen the 'Hair Weave Experience' by bad hair installations, low budget techniques, lack of knowledge on weave maintenance and most importantly the use of cheap China hair:(

LET'S DO BETTER!

Don't be afraid to say NO to something your not comfortable with. 

Never leave the salon looking like a clown.  It's never a good look.

Your extensions should look as natural as possible.  They should have plenty of mobility and flexibility to it.  For the most part people should wonder rather or not it's your hair or not.  Otherwise perhaps you should wear them?

Just a thought.  You only grow so much hair in a lifetime.  Why not make the most of it!

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REAL Virgin Brazilian Hair? Or Chinese Hair? Does it REALLY Exist?

VIRGIN BRAZILIAN HAIR OR NOT?

Within the last 3 years human hair extension sales have more than doubled!  With the ever rising cost of hair many consumers have sought out to find better quality for a lesser price.
The beauty and fashion industry has taken a huge leap, tapping into everyone's individuality.  With thousands of new companies proclaiming to have 'The Very Best' hair weave, one may become very confused to as of where to purchase your hair from?
From your local hair store to now almost every stylist or consumer looking to hit a gold mine it makes it extremely hard to make a decision.  Have you ever thought about how and why all of the sudden almost anyone can get a hold to what they think is 'Virgin Brazilian or Virgin Peruvian or Virgin Malaysian Hair' at such an affordable price?

Could this be heaven sent?  

The answer is absolutely NOT!  The purpose of this blog is to not only educate you as the consumer but to inform you of what many stylist don't want you to know!  In fact many of the stylist probably never did the research themselves nor tracked exactly where the hair is coming from.  Most stylist see $$$ and it makes sense if they make a profit.
However, with the economy trickling down and the gas prices spiraling up, it is imperative that we spend our resources on quality and not get caught up in quantity.

Stay away from these foreign websites that promise to deliver quality Virgin Hair Extensions.  Yes the pictures are tempting and the prices are impeccable but do you really know what your buying?
Have you ever spoke with these people directly?  Also are they able to tel you exactly where the hair comes from?
The answer is NO, NO & NO    (Perhaps you may get a call from a number you would never be able to trace back but unless you have a clear cut relationship with the supplier and are spending thousands, I promise you are getting nothing less than what the consumer could go online and purchase themselves.)

One thing any professional business owner should already know is, you have to sell or offer something to your buyers that they aren't able to purchase or do themselves.  For example, I see many local stylist still using Pump-It-Up, That blue oil sheen spray & even gels that are sold right at your local beauty supply store, Walmart and now even General Dollar!
So as a consumer I would ask myself, if I can purchase the same products that you are charging my double sometimes triple to apply why do I need you?  And what kind of damage could these products really be causing?

KITCHEN BEAUTICIAN OR PROFESSIONAL EDUCATED STYLIST?

Ladies & Gentleman this is what separates the kitchen beauticians/ ordinary stylist from the Professional Educated Stylist.
For so long Licensed Cosmetologist haven't been viewed as the skilled professionals they should be, because so many have given us a bad name.  Rather it be due to the fact that this is labor job or the fact that in times past very little education was required to become a cosmetologist.

Whatever the reason, in this day and time Stylist need to step their game up!

So what is Brazilian Hair?

Brazilian hair is nothing but Indian hair that has been soften by the supplier or textured to the consumers desired style.

What is Malaysian Hair?

Malaysian hair is Indian hair that has been treated with silicone to make it straighter and less tangly.     

What is Moroccan Hair?

Moroccan hair is being marketing by Korean and Chinese companies to create excitement in the market, causing the consumer to 'want' and 'spend'.  This was an excellent way to generate more revenue but the fact still remains that is was all a lie!

(Moroccan hair is a mix brand that has been blended with synthetic fibers that will allow you to curl and style with medium to low temperatures.  This has has also been mixed with human hair.

So who knows the truth about this amazing news? 

Almost everyone supplier/vendor knows the truth. However of course why would they ever tell and lose business?

Why are they promoting false information?  

With so many regulations and oversee companies looking to make a quick dollar. They are willing to make the money and simply change the name of their company leaving us in the US frustrated, confused and looking for reimbursement usually when it's too late.
These companies realized that because of the distance and the legality between us, there is pretty much nothing we can do.

Is there anywhere to get REAL VIRGIN HAIR from?  

Yes.  You are able to get the real thing by very very few suppliers.  I can assure you that the majority of stylist that are selling 'Virgin' hair are merely getting the hair from China:(  which is the worst hair to get!  Well of course this is the biggest secret that I have now unleashed but the important thing is to educate the consumer and help you $ave your hard earned money.
Here at Hollywood Hair Clinics & Company LLC we are proud to say that because we have a direct contact with the suppliers whom happen to be longtime friends with both my husband and I, we are fortuned enough to sale quality Virgin Hair that will last for years to come.

What to look for?
1.  First thing is pricing!  Honestly if you come across someone proclaiming to sell the BEST Virgin hair for an overwhelmingly cheap price, than honestly there is no way any business owner could sale take that lost.  Unless they have purchased the hair at less than $30 per unit which is not the real thing.
2.  Too many positive reviews on YouTube.  This has been a huge advertising tactic used by many.  Paid customers giving their feedback in exchange for free product or hair.  Unfortunately, bad news travels faster than good.  But even when a customer is unhappy, unless they have the time or have lost a large amount of money, they typically do not go through the hassle of posting negative feedback.
So stay away from a company with unrealistically fake reviews. (No matter how convincing).
3.  My professional advise is that it is never a good idea to order oversees unless you are ordering from Indian.  Indian has a little longer delay in shipping but the quality is so much better!
4.  Stay away from the Chinese sites, eBay and local stylist whom cannot educate you on their products original location and blending methods.
5.  Lack of response after your purchase has been made.
6.  Last if you have already ordered, look for shedding, tracks that are badly constructed or even if you should notice the hair being laced with synthetic fibers or other less than satisfactory things.  If you wear hair extensions you would definitely notice the difference between the good and the bad.

*Note to self:  be aware of the purchases you make.  If you are content with the quality you receive than stick with it.  You may find yourself trying several different vendors only to find yourself hundreds maybe thousands in the whole.

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Why Doesn't My Hair Grow?

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE SPENDING ANOTHER DIME ON HAIR CARE PRODUCTS!

It goes without being said that millions of dollars are spent each year to enhance, grow and maintain our locs.  Rather if your one whom regularly visits your License Stylist and/or if your a 'At home Guru' we all at some point must acquire this expense.

It is extremely imperative that you chose a educated professional to treat your locs!


Remember when we would pack on the 'grease' loaded with tons of petroleum leaving our hair heavy and sometimes unmanageable?  This was something I can remember as a child from my grandmother to my mother, they believed that by keeping our hair greasy our hair would grow.
Nevertheless, with all the tools that are available to educate us scientist have shown that, in fact this is one of the worst things you could do for the overall growth and maintenance of our hair.

But one thing you must know is that our hair goes through cycles in which the probability of using 'hair toppers' may not always be effective.  Your stylist should be clearly aware of the hair cycle in order to create a POA for optimal results.

As a Professional Stylist & Hair Restoration Specialist,  I have made it my personal mission to understand how hair works, the things that we need to obtain healthy hair and what causes damage to the hair follicle. 

Throughout your life, a single hair follicle will go through about 20 complete cycles of hair growth.  There are three stages in the hair growth cycle:
Anagen
Catagen
Telogen
Many of the specifics of hair growth are determined by individual factors, including genetics and typically change as we age.

ANAGEN

Anagen is the stage in which hair grows!  (Our favorite staging process)  Within your hair follicle, a hair is formed and nourished by small blood vessels.  As the hair grows, it will emerge from the follicle and become visible.  How long your hair will continue to grow is determined primarily by genetics and where on your body the hair is located.  At anytime about 85% of your hair is in the growing or Anagen Stage.  Therefore this stage is critical and should be treated and care for by a Professional for the best results.

CATAGEN

During the catagen phase, your hair transitions from growing to resting.  The blood vessels that nourished your hair while growing will detach themselves from the hair bulb at the base of the hair.  The hair follicle will than shrink as the follicle and blood vessels prepare for the next growth stage.  This transition hair with attached bulb at the base is called a 'club hair'.  According to the website Survivng Hairloss, about 2-3% of your hair is in the transition or catagen stage at anytime.

 

TELOGEN

During the Telogen phase your hair is resting.  Hairs remain in your follicles for about three months until they are shed natrually.  As the Anagen phase begins again and new hair develops and grows, the older 'club hair' will be pushed out the follicle if it has not already fallen out on it's own.  At any given time between 10-15% of your hair is in the Telogen Phase and you can expect to shed anywhere from 50-100 strands everyday.

 

 

 

EFFECTIVE WAYS TO NOURISH YOUR HAIR'S VESSEL FOR MAXIMUM GROWTH

 

Beautiful hair is the result of hard work and dedication. While the commercialization of hair products has reached an almost surreal high, more and more people have realized that great hair starts from the inside. Put your wallet away and read on to learn how to nourish hair from the inside and bring out its natural beauty.

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Increase your protein intake by adding protein-rich food such as milk, fish, cereal, cheese or meat to your diet. Protein works to enhance the growth of your hair while giving it the nutrients necessary for shine and durability.

2. Eat whole grains, legumes and nuts as a rich source of minerals. Shellfish, red meats, nuts, and legumes as excellent sources for Zinc. Shellfish adds natural nutrients, specifically targeted toward enhancing the health of your hair. Boost iron intake with lean beef, liver, and venison. Iron is necessary to carry oxygen through your blood stream and nourish the scalp. Add Copper to your diet with cereals, chickpeas, oysters, and sunflower seeds.

3. Take vitamin B and vitamin C to ensure the health and vitality of your hair. Consume lots of green leafy vegetables, carrots, liver, egg yolks, and citrus fruit. Wholegrain or enriched-grain and fortified breakfast cereals are also a good source of vitamin B and vitamin C.

4. Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for growing and maintaining healthy hair. For a good source of vitamin A try: yellow, red, orange fruits and vegetables (tomatoes, carrots and cantaloupes), and dried dark-green, leafy vegetables (spinach and turnip greens).

 

5. Drink HALF of your body weight in glasses of water or juice everyday. Water should be your first choice!  This will not only help to hydrate the body, but also keep the hair shiny and silky.

 

 

 

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