FINDING YOUR NATURAL CURLS The Top 5 Reasons For Curl Loss

FINDING YOUR NATURAL CURLS | The Top 5 Reasons For Curl Loss

How many times have you said or heard this statement? I can't do a "WASH & GO"!!!!! Well good for you!!!! However, my goal is to help you do a Shampoo, Condition, CURL STYLE & Go! So many curly girls feel that pretty girls with pretty curls "WOKE UP" like that. The truth is they have eliminated these "Top 5 Reasons For Curl Loss"

Natural Curl Definition with Shampoo/Condition/Style & Go!!!!

TOP 5 REASONS FOR CURL LOSS

• Breakage
• Color Damage
• Dryness
• Heat Damage
• Product Build-Up                                                            

Challenge: Hair Breakage is caused by challenges such as, high porosity, over-processed, weak and or dry hair. 

Solution: Professional Consultation to find out "WHY" your hair is breaking. There are so many variables to eliminate poor product choices and/or techniques.

Customized Curl Enhancement According to Texture & Type

Challenge: Color/Chemical Damage is misunderstood. All strong alkaline products with a high pH can cause curl loss by over-stretching the strand. This can alter the density, elasticity and porosity. 

Solution:Be careful when you choose chemicals for manageability!!! Some products use buzz words like smoothing, gentle, loosen and temporarily helps your hair stay straight. Well, the truth is those "chemical treatments" are really changing the natural structure of your hair. Fashion colors are hot now, which I lovvveee them. However, please understand that the temporary brights must go on lightened hair or maximum vibrancy. Whenever you take away natural color for artificial pigments, there is always moisture and strength loss. I highly recommend a true healthy air colorist.

Custom Curls by Finger Coiling

Challenge: Dryness is one of the most common curl loss challenges. Dryness leads to breakage. Dry hair causes manageability challenges also. 

Solution: Building the hair's moisture content from the inside out utilizing steam therapy with proper product selection is one of the most effective ways to eliminate dryness. High moisture levels inside the strand are allow curl definition, maximum manageability and style versatility. 

Moisture with Steam Therapy alleviates dryness.

Challenge: Heat Damage is the worst when you are a curly girl. Permanent curl loss is usually caused by the following:

• Unregulated Heat Tools (Pressing Combs, Marcel Irons, and Metal Plates)
• Non-Ionic Hair Dryers
• Over-Stretching the natural curl with overly-aggressive blow dry techniques.
• Multiple passes when silking the hair.
• Straight styling the hair too often for the specific texture, type & condition. 

Solution: Seek a Professional Partner that specializes in Ceramic Fusion Styling that client base style have curl patterns. Do not use heat at home. Only where your hair straight according the ability of your hair to return to a defined curl pattern that you like.

Clean Hair is Healthy Hair!

Challenge: Product Build Up is truly an epidemic!!!!!! So many strands, millions of strands are suffering from product suffocation. Sometimes there is temporary curl loss from heavy creams, shampoos, co-washing, conditions, butters and oils. It is a silent curl killer. The quest for alleviating dryness has a counter-productive approach by piling on globs of different products. 

Solution: Stop just stop and regroup! The key is Detox, Restore, Protect & Style!!!!!! Product selection is the most misunderstood natural hair practice. The goals and plan are not matching up. You must have "SUPER CLEAN HAIR" for maximum curls. This totally kills most co-washing, clumping practices. You do not have to create build-up for curl definition. This is one of the top reasons for dryness. The hair strand can not absorb products when there is a barrier of residue coating the cuticle layers.

CURLS COMPROMISED is not an option!!!!!!!

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HAIR LOVE, PEACE & GROOVE!

NATURAL SHORT HAIR STYLES No relaxer needed !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ceramic Fusion Natural Medium Fine Texture

Trendy short hair gives face, style, ease and fun. There are so many different shapes, sizes, and colors to create a Signature Design. My clients went through the short hair phase and I said "WHOA LADIES"! People may get the impression that I specialize in short hair!!!!

As a professional, people know that I grow hair, not sew hair. However, my creative energy soared as I played with pixies, graduated mini bobs and full spirals springy coils & curls. Anyone who knows me, know that I a sucker for some pretty hair, no matter the length. As long as it's healthy, I am about that life.

There was amazing feedback; people thought that they had relaxers. Hold up what a minute, no ma'am, no sir! Groovy don't do that! I've been doing natural tapered looks since 2005 or earlier. It never occurred to me that people didn't know that naturals can be short, straight and manageable.

Natural Textured Tapered Silk Wool Blend

The mastery of natural hair is all about the health, technique, products, tools and skill. The first ingredient however is love. You must be passionate and confident about your approach. Texture, type and condition dictates if you mold, blow-dry, set or sculpt. Here are a few everyday looks from my chair.

The beauty of short hair is freedom. If you love shampoo and go hair this could be the move for you. It's also a groovy way to experience hair color. The shorter the hair the lighter you can go without compromise.

Natural Hair Coarse Texture with Layers

The best products for short hair are according to the look that you want to achieve. Gels are awesome for superior definition, while creams are delivering maximum moisture. The soft shiny straight flow is fabulous no matter the length, short or long, weightless is the way to go!

For a personal consultation email me: robindgrooverhaircare@gmail.com

Hair Love, Peace & Groove!

The GIFT of GIVING Beautiful Hair!

LONG and LUSCIOUS to SHORT and SENSATIONAL

My experiences with Nikki Mae "The Natural Chica" are full of light, warmth and purpose. She has been my personal hair crush since the day I met her a few years ago. Her documented journey  on youtube continues to inspire so many women. I am honored to be her professional hair care partner.

My affinity with long, big hair is no secret. Well, the industry has taken a turn for the short sexy liberated looks. As an artist I am always down for a nice signature cut, however her hair was sooooo looooong and beautiful. Because she has a heart of gold I took a deep breath, put on my game face and went for it!
Enjoy!
Love, Peace & Groove!

                               

        Check out the video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_gzrvoiRhQ

HEAT DAMAGE is not an option.

By: Robin D. Groover

HEAT DAMAGE is not an option!

Heat Damage is not an option. Natural hair care with heat styling WILL NOT damage hair when done properly! Key word is properly. What does that really mean? What's for you is for you! Your hair is as unique as your fingerprint. There are certain elements that need adjustments for everyone. I've had so many discoveries about transforming wooly textures to smooth tresses with magical flow.  In 1997, I  researched and developed a chemical-free smoothing system designed to increase the moisture and strength of hair.

The beauty of texture transformation is a mastery. There are hair tells a story. We must pay close attention to all of the fine details. Healthy hair recovery can be a long process, however damaging hair with heat can be quick as lighting.

Curly, wavy, wooly hair can be versatile without  being permanently straightened. The following step-by-step photos tell a story. Each technical step has a complete step-by-step technique personalized for individual hair textures, types & conditions.

HEAT STYLING TIDBITS!

1. Straight memory is temporary.
2. Curl loss is permanent.
3. Product build-up is a major contributor to "Heat Damage"

Ceramic Fusion by Robin D. Groover Step-by-Step Process
Model/Client: Nikki Mae, Natural Chica
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Ceramic Fusion Styling by Robin D. Groover
Model/Client: Natural Chica
www.naturalchica.com

SELF-DISCOVERY OF Healthy Hair Care

By Robin D. Groover

Growing up with long thick hair was delightful beacuse my mom took care of it daily. She always was combing and brushing her mommy love all throughout my hair, it was like fertilizer. Certainly, I am not the only person that grew up and starting asking the question “Where’s my hair?”

“Where is my hair?” is the question that most women are afraid to ask. We have heard and seen it all. Our hair has been abused, confused and used. This challenge sparked my desire to research The Truth about Healthy Hair. 

A Self-Analysis is the first step for hair freedom, knowledge and results, The Healthy Hair Lifestyle is all about step-by-step systems, techniques, and tools.Embracing authentic hair beauty is a gift. We must nourish our hair for optimum health and manageability.

Let's explore 10 Questions to help you find  Your Hair Groove!

My Hair Groove by Robin D. Groover 

What do you love about your hair?

I love my volume, texture, health and versatility. I really love that it is all mine. Once I had a weave addiction.

What are your hair goals?

My hair goals are to nourish for continuous length retention, healthy and extremely manageable!

What are your hair challenges?

My hair challenges are dryness and consistent schedule for hair care. The other struggle is gray hair. I want color however, I don't know which color!

What products do you use?

My products are pretty consistent, unless I am in research & development. Groove Therapy for cleansers and conditioners, Urban Bella for Curl Care, Design Essentials for Wet Styling and Carol's Daughter for a little magic.

What tools do you use?

My tools are always ceramic, ionic and moisture infusing. There are few high performing brands that I prefer ranging from a comb to hood dryer.

Are you allergic to any product ingredients?


Allergies show up without warning. So far sulfur is the only ingredient that irritates my nasal passages. I am most allergic to hair chemicals that kill the strand and occasionally a scalp! 

Do you have any scalp challenges?

My scalp has been treating me well.

How often do you currently visit the salon?

My salon care visits at least every 3-4 weeks

What professional hair services do you currently receive?

Steam Therapy for treatments, color, design (cut) and Ceramic Fusion Styling

When were you most unhappy about your hair?

It was super short, brittle and over-processed with a few thin spots. The manageability was horrible. It would swell sucking moisture out the air. My challenges began with aggressive color, relaxer and pressing comb. *True Story This was in the early 90's.

Your Natural Hair Groove is HEALTHY!

My Authentic Texture is 70% Wool + 10% Cotton + 20% Silk = 100% Beautiful!

By Robin D. Groover
       

As the search for hair nirvana peaks up and down, product after product, style after style, the health of the hair truly dictates the beauty of it and the manageability. Begin your healthy hair journey with a Professional Hair and Scalp Analysis. A good consultation will cover the following:

1. ·      Review Hair History
2. ·      Identify Hair Texture & Type
3. ·      Analyze Condition

Your "Beauty Blueprint" determines the best products, services, techniques and tools for your personalized Healthy Hair Care Plan. As a DIY, I love taking care of my own hair. As a professional, I am clear not to do my own color, cuts or Ceramic Fusion Styling. The key to finding a professional partner is "LOVING HAIR"!

Marcia Dore Afro Fab!

• History 
• Texture
  
• Type
  
• Elasticity
  
• Porosity
  
• Length
  
• Scalp