I have natural hair. I also have a problem with flaky scalp can someone help?

Witch hazel is good for dry scalp. Try and stay away from some of the medicated shampoos which will dry out your hair--there are natural alternatives that can be found at a health food store to apply directly to your scalp. Also, look into your diet and water consumption.............

Tea Tree oil.. alot of natural shampoo and hair products have it.. tea tree oil is a great for a itchy flaky scalp

Is the tea tree oil and witchazel used like a conditioner or hot oil treatment?

No, you would apply it more to the scalp than to your hair. Try conrowing your hair--(to get your hair out of the way)--take a Q-Tip and dip it in the witch hazel and then use the Q-Tip to apply the witch hazel to your scalp.

what about bruthas with afros....and 'dandruff'

do you oil your scalp? After you wash your hair with a moisturizing shampoo--oil your scalp with a light oil like coconut oil, olive oil, or carrot oil.
Also make sure you are drinking the recommended 8 glasses of water per day-if not more.

do you oil your scalp? After you wash your hair with a moisturizing shampoo--oil your scalp with a light oil like coconut oil, olive oil, or carrot oil.
Also make sure you are drinking the recommended 8 glasses of water per day-if not more.
'cooking oil'? I am not sure about using that,but as far as 'oiling' goes do you mean pour oil into it and let it sit or just pour oil into it and wash it out.

the flakes cause a white film to appear in my afro...

are there any 'common' natural products for such a thing besides the medicated versions?

Brother I-Khan ... oiling your scalp means parting your hair, and taking a little "vaseline" and putting it on the scalp, where the hair is parted. Do this all the way around your head, insuring that your entire scalp has been oiled.

This may be kinda weird ... but i use vaseline to oil my scalp. My hair is very thick and my scalp can get very dry too, quickly. My scalp seems to love the vaseline, just drinks it in almost, all thirsty-like and stuff! I've only been wearing my hair naturally for about a year now, and don't have a lot of experience with a whole bunch of different products, as the vaseline works for me. It's the only oil i use in my hair, for the most part.

Too ... what could be looking like dandruff is really just dry skin / scalp. I'd suggest giving the vaseline a try. Yep, just plain ol' vaseline.

Hope it helps.

:heart:

Destee

Brother I-Khan ... oiling your scalp means parting your hair, and taking a little "vaseline" and putting it on the scalp, where the hair is parted. Do this all the way around your head, insuring that your entire scalp has been oiled.

This may be kinda weird ... but i use vaseline to oil my scalp. My hair is very thick and my scalp can get very dry too, quickly. My scalp seems to love the vaseline, just drinks it in almost, all thirsty-like and stuff! I've only been wearing my hair naturally for about a year now, and don't have a lot of experience with a whole bunch of different products, as the vaseline works for me. It's the only oil i use in my hair, for the most part.

Too ... what could be looking like dandruff is really just dry skin / scalp. I'd suggest giving the vaseline a try. Yep, just plain ol' vaseline.

Hope it helps.

:heart:

Destee


for the clarification, Sista.

'cooking oil'? I am not sure about using that,but as far as 'oiling' goes do you mean pour oil into it and let it sit or just pour oil into it and wash it out.

the flakes cause a white film to appear in my afro...

are there any 'common' natural products for such a thing besides the medicated versions?


Many of these oils are more known for their cosmetic uses than their culinary uses-because of the vitamins they contain.

These are "common" natural products specifically formulated for hair. I'm not instructing you to go to your local supermarket but the local beauty supply stores where these items are sold.

Brother I-Khan ... oiling your scalp means parting your hair, and taking a little "vaseline" and putting it on the scalp, where the hair is parted. Do this all the way around your head, insuring that your entire scalp has been oiled.

This may be kinda weird ... but i use vaseline to oil my scalp. My hair is very thick and my scalp can get very dry too, quickly. My scalp seems to love the vaseline, just drinks it in almost, all thirsty-like and stuff! I've only been wearing my hair naturally for about a year now, and don't have a lot of experience with a whole bunch of different products, as the vaseline works for me. It's the only oil i use in my hair, for the most part.

Too ... what could be looking like dandruff is really just dry skin / scalp. I'd suggest giving the vaseline a try. Yep, just plain ol' vaseline.

Hope it helps.

:heart:

Destee

okay..thanx for clarifying...but I have never 'parted' my hair before..do you have any tips?

Many of these oils are more known for their cosmetic uses than their culinary uses-because of the vitamins they contain.

These are "common" natural products specifically formulated for hair. I'm not instructing you to go to your local supermarket but the local beauty supply stores where these items are sold.
okay...thanx for advice.

okay..thanx for clarifying...but I have never 'parted' my hair before..do you have any tips?

okay...thanx for advice.

aawwww Brother I-Khan ... bless your heart ... :love:

Hmmmm ... i guess most guys get girls to do this kinda thing for them ... which may be why you've never done it.

Is your hair long enough to braid ... put in cornrows or little braids all over?

Have you ever seen someone wearing their hair this way? Here ... check out this picture:

http://destee.com/images/cornrows.jpg

The person above has their hair braided, and between the braids ... where you see their scalp ... that is "the part" ... the very specific area that separates one braid from another, where you can actually see (or feel) the scalp ... or if the hair isn't braided ... then "the part" simply separates the unbraided hair.

Now with our hair, when you part it ... if it's not braided, the hair will immediately fill "the part" up ... the space meant to be used to separate the hair. You almost have to take little parts at a time ... like ... make a part in your hair, using the comb to hold the other hair back ... allowing you to put whatever oil you use, directly onto your scalp ... in the part ... and not just on the hair.

Another way to easily imagine "parts" ... is when a Sister has her hair in two afro puffs ... (picture below) ... well ... "the part" is the line down the center of her hair, from front to back ... separating her hair, into two separate parts. So if she wanted, she could easily oil the part ... the line down the middle ... as it is easily visible and accessible.

http://destee.com/images/afropuff.jpg

If your hair is real short, parting it may not be real easy, as the hair will quickly fill in the part if it's not held away from it.

Don't worry too much about if "the part" you make isn't real straight or anything, or even in any kinda order ... as the key here is simply to apply the oil of your choice to your scalp ... and parting the hair makes that possible. You won't be able to see the back, as you part it, you'll just hafta feel your way. Once your scalp is all oiled ... you feel confident you actually applied oil to most areas of your scalp ... kinda massage it all in ... and comb as usual.

Hope this helps.

:heart:

Destee

Try to stay away from commerical "hair care" products as much as possible.

My girlfriend generally keeps her hair in braids. She uses Taliah Waajid products for her hair. All of her comments have been positive. I believe she doesn't use any other products now. I have to admit after a while I began to use the same product. Although I keep my hair low I noticed a big difference between commerical products and Taliah Waajid's. For the brothers that keep their hair low or bald like me, I recommend Black Earth Herbal Strengthener.


http://www.naturalhair.org/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=2

aawwww Brother I-Khan ... bless your heart ... :love:

Hmmmm ... i guess most guys get girls to do this kinda thing for them ... which may be why you've never done it.

Is your hair long enough to braid ... put in cornrows or little braids all over?

Have you ever seen someone wearing their hair this way? Here ... check out this picture:

http://destee.com/images/cornrows.jpg

The person above has their hair braided, and between the braids ... where you see their scalp ... that is "the part" ... the very specific area that separates one braid from another, where you can actually see (or feel) the scalp ... or if the hair isn't braided ... then "the part" simply separates the unbraided hair.

Now with our hair, when you part it ... if it's not braided, the hair will immediately fill "the part" up ... the space meant to be used to separate the hair. You almost have to take little parts at a time ... like ... make a part in your hair, using the comb to hold the other hair back ... allowing you to put whatever oil you use, directly onto your scalp ... in the part ... and not just on the hair.

Another way to easily imagine "parts" ... is when a Sister has her hair in two afro puffs ... (picture below) ... well ... "the part" is the line down the center of her hair, from front to back ... separating her hair, into two separate parts. So if she wanted, she could easily oil the part ... the line down the middle ... as it is easily visible and accessible.

http://destee.com/images/afropuff.jpg

If your hair is real short, parting it may not be real easy, as the hair will quickly fill in the part if it's not held away from it.

Don't worry too much about if "the part" you make isn't real straight or anything, or even in any kinda order ... as the key here is simply to apply the oil of your choice to your scalp ... and parting the hair makes that possible. You won't be able to see the back, as you part it, you'll just hafta feel your way. Once your scalp is all oiled ... you feel confident you actually applied oil to most areas of your scalp ... kinda massage it all in ... and comb as usual.

Hope this helps.

:heart:

Destee

thank you very much.:toast:

Try to stay away from commerical "hair care" products as much as possible.

My girlfriend generally keeps her hair in braids. She uses Taliah Waajid products for her hair. All of her comments have been positive. I believe she doesn't use any other products now. I have to admit after a while I began to use the same product. Although I keep my hair low I noticed a big difference between commerical products and Taliah Waajid's. For the brothers that keep their hair low or bald like me, I recommend Black Earth Herbal Strengthener.


http://www.naturalhair.org/index.asp...ATS&Category=2
now I have a place to order from,thank you as well.

Try to stay away from commerical "hair care" products as much as possible.

My girlfriend generally keeps her hair in braids. She uses Taliah Waajid products for her hair. All of her comments have been positive. I believe she doesn't use any other products now. I have to admit after a while I began to use the same product. Although I keep my hair low I noticed a big difference between commerical products and Taliah Waajid's. For the brothers that keep their hair low or bald like me, I recommend Black Earth Herbal Strengthener.


http://www.naturalhair.org/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=2
does that include a low to mid afro? if not what would you recommend? How do I know which products are 'for men'?

does that include a low to mid afro? if not what would you recommend? How do I know which products are 'for men'?

Absolutely!

If you have a mid fro use the Protective Mist Bodifier. It's perfect for low, mid, long length fro's, braids and thick hair. Nothing but moisture all day.

I use to wear a mid fro about the same length Spike has in my avatar. The Protective Mist Bodifier is made of all natural ingredients such as dried fruits and herbs which doesn't weight down your fro.

The PMB doesn't leave any residue, is non-sticky and non-oily. Perfect for a fro. Again, try to stay away from commerical hair care products that contains mineral oil or petroleum.

For close cut hair or bald styles use the Herbal Strengthener. Low - long fro's, braids or thick hair use the Protective Mist Bodifier.

From my experience I would say all of Taliah Waajid's products can be used by either gender. I never had any problems. Before I began to use their products I would tell my girlfriend I wasn't going to use "chick" hair care stuff. I was being naive. Because I would see Taliah Waajid's products around my girlfriend's crib I assumed it was for women only. I was wrong.

I've been using their products for a little over two years now and have nothing negative to say. All good reviews from me.

Anything else let me know.

Peace!

Absolutely!

If you have a mid fro use the Protective Mist Bodifier. It's perfect for low, mid, long length fro's, braids and thick hair. Nothing but moisture all day.

I use to wear a mid fro about the same length Spike has in my avatar. The Protective Mist Bodifier is made of all natural ingredients such as dried fruits and herbs which doesn't weight down your fro.

The PMB doesn't leave any residue, is non-sticky and non-oily. Perfect for a fro. Again, try to stay away from commerical hair care products that contains mineral oil or petroleum.

For close cut hair or bald styles use the Herbal Strengthener. Low - long fro's, braids or thick hair use the Protective Mist Bodifier.

From my experience I would say all of Taliah Waajid's products can be used by either gender. I never had any problems. Before I began to use their products I would tell my girlfriend I wasn't going to use "chick" hair care stuff. I was being naive. Because I would see Taliah Waajid's products around my girlfriend's crib I assumed it was for women only. I was wrong.

I've been using their products for a little over two years now and have nothing negative to say. All good reviews from me.

Anything else let me know.

Peace!
I really appreciate this,does that mist bodifier help with the flackyness as well? I am considering buying the Total Body Black Earth Shampoo and the protective mist later when I get quicker at parting my hair and not breaking combs while doing it. I was also told to use Shea Butter amongst other things (http://www.houseofnubian.com/IBS/SimpleCat/Shelf/ASP/Hierarchy/0D09.html) So would I part my afro then apply the shea butter or is there another method? Lastly I would like your take on things my father has already tipped me off on how to avoid.....ingrown hair and razorbumps....

? Lastly I would like your take on things my father has already tipped me off on how to avoid.....ingrown hair and razorbumps....

Brother I-Khan ... here's a thread, Black Men and Shaving (http://destee.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41681), which may prove helpful.

:heart:

Destee

I really appreciate this,does that mist bodifier help with the flackyness as well? I am considering buying the Total Body Black Earth Shampoo and the protective mist later when I get quicker at parting my hair and not breaking combs while doing it. I was also told to use Shea Butter amongst other things (http://www.houseofnubian.com/IBS/SimpleCat/Shelf/ASP/Hierarchy/0D09.html) So would I part my afro then apply the shea butter or is there another method? Lastly I would like your take on things my father has already tipped me off on how to avoid.....ingrown hair and razorbumps....

I recommend the Herbal Strengthener for the scalp. I live in the high desert of Los Angeles where the winter months are cold and dry while the summer months are hot and dry. The HS works very well in the prevention of dandruff or dry scalp during extreme weather conditions. The PMB is more for moisture of the hair and hair shaft. Although it doesn't do any harm to apply a generous amount of HS on the scalp with a second application of PMB in the hair.

Word of advice, I would also recommend a good quality water softener if you're having problems with dry skin/scalp. Where I live the water is extremely high in chlorine which does nothing but dry out your skin. I had to invest in a water softener. However if your tap water is OK you should be good to go.

Shea butter is excellent for the skin and hair. I prefer refined shea butter for my skin over unrefined. Although most who use shea butter say unrefined is best.

My barber recommends a new product for razor bumps http://www.skintightproducts.com/ All the cats at my barber shop who use Skin Tight say it's the best thing for ingrown hairs and razor bumps.

I recommend the Herbal Strengthener for the scalp. I live in the high desert of Los Angeles where the winter months are cold and dry while the summer months are hot and dry. The HS works very well in the prevention of dandruff or dry scalp during extreme weather conditions. The PMB is more for moisture of the hair and hair shaft. Although it doesn't do any harm to apply a generous amount of HS on the scalp with a second application of PMB in the hair.

Word of advice, I would also recommend a good quality water softener if you're having problems with dry skin/scalp. Where I live the water is extremely high in chlorine which does nothing but dry out your skin. I had to invest in a water softener. However if your tap water is OK you should be good to go.

Shea butter is excellent for the skin and hair. I prefer refined shea butter for my skin over unrefined. Although most who use shea butter say unrefined is best.

My barber recommends a new product for razor bumps http://www.skintightproducts.com/ All the cats at my barber shop who use Skin Tight say it's the best thing for ingrown hairs and razor bumps.
thanx...is it possible to use unrefined shea butter like shampoo (without the washing out)?

thanx...is it possible to use unrefined shea butter like shampoo (without the washing out)?

I don't believe so, brother I-Khan. Unrefined shea butter is mostly used for the skin (it's rather firm). You can use a number of refined shea butter products as shampoos or conditioners.

This is where I buy all my shea butter from. Hopefully this will help. http://www.sheabutterhut.com/

If I am reading the PMB directions right it says to spray generously after you wash out your hair.....

and if I am reading this Nubian Heritage Raw Shea Butter Hair & Scalp Elixer from the shea butter website correct I use this after the washing my hair as well.....right?

If I am reading the PMB directions right it says to spray generously after you wash out your hair.....

and if I am reading this Nubian Heritage Raw Shea Butter Hair & Scalp Elixer from the shea butter website correct I use this after the washing my hair as well.....right?

Correct.

Witch hazel is good for dry scalp. Try and stay away from some of the medicated shampoos which will dry out your hair--there are natural alternatives that can be found at a health food store to apply directly to your scalp. Also, look into your diet and water consumption.............

I heard that it is a myth that a dry scalp is the cause of dandruff. Dandruff is the result of a fungus on the scalp that causes skin cells to over produce and this excess skin cells mixes with the natural oils in your hair to form dandruff.