Help for "Hopeless Hair" The Science of Black Hair Review

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0:01 Intro about the author & significance of this book
3:50 How the science community treats afro-textured kinky hair
5:45 Book review begins




ANSWERS HERE!

Q. Does she mention the whole baking soda issue?
A. She covers pH balance thoroughly. Can't recall if baking soda was singled out, but the chemistry behind pH holds true for everything.

Q. I don't think Ive ever heard you mention protein. What's your opinion on it? 
A. I never mention protein because I focus on preservation. I've never done any heavy protein treatments on my hair. Protein use is usually of great concern for chemically treated hair. Natural hair's protein integrity by default remains intact and is less needed. But there are many variables, diet, wear & tear, over-conditioning, etc. that can make protein beneficial. The book explains it.

Q. does she address using heat and how often it can be used?
A. Yes! Pages 168 - 178 cover how to prepare hair for heat styling, how to properly use heat, how heat affects the protein structure of the hair, how much heat is too much, heat protectants...Wow, there is some good stuff here!

Q. Just wondering, did she address porosity at all?
A. Yes.

Q. Does the book talk about protective styling?
A. Yes! But not as much *emphasis* on it as I would like, personally.

Q. Hello! Does she explain hair loss?
A. If you mean preventing breakage, yes. If you mean scalp issues, or internal disorders that lead to hair loss, no.

Q. does she discuss scalp health? those itchies?
A. lol @ the "itchies". Hmm. No, I don't recall there being a strong focus on scalp issues. Because she stresses a healthy hair care regime (which should) eliminate that problem altogether.

My personal advice? If the itching isn't caused by a scalp disorder, it's most likely excessive dryness/dandruff (remember the scalp is skin too, it gets ashy!!) Or product build-up on the scalp. A regular weekly washing routine solved my "itchies". :o)

Q. does the book talk about trims?
A. Yup! And I loved the way she handled the topic too.

Q.Does she address locs in her book?
A. No, she doesn't. Sorry. I mean, they're mentioned..and I'm sure some of the general info applies (like color treated hair and nutrition) but this is really a loose kinky hair focused book. Loctitians stand up and write your book! ;o)

Q. I've read the book and loved it! Was there anything in the book that you feel she couldve/ shouldve been more in-depth? Mainly hair coloring. I want to dye my hair bad.

A. Audrey covered color hair care in extensive detail, in my opinion. It's not a cosmetology manual tho! :o). Um, what would I like to see in the next editions? Well, I'm going to deliver that feedback personally to her.

"Heat training" is kind of taboo and unexplored. I'd love for her to write/research that.

Q. do you know if this is offered on cd?
A. Not to my knowledge. You can find her at www.blackhairscience.com to ask.

Q. Is the book an easy read? Or are there a lot of terminologies and chemistry concepts that the average person will comprehend?

A. I really believe anyone who has finished high school should be able to comprehend this book. It's not like those abstracts you find on Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology.

Q.Is there anything mentioned in the book about how to care for hair lets say if someone were a fitness instructor and basically sweat through out the day everyday?
A. Yes, it covers how you can care for your hair while working out. There is a paragraph with tips on what you can do. In my opinion, someone who sweats a lot will need a very tight hair routine /schedule so that you can have the benefit of fun styled hair days, for events, dates, etc. too.

Keep in mind that well sealed hair will have some protection from the salt from your sweat. Remember that sweat (water) does not cause ordor, BACTERIA does. So if you keep your bacteria levels, leveled, by using scalp friendly pH products, smelly hair won't be an issue. Wear sweatbands and keep your hair out of your face to prevent breakouts!

Q. Does she talk about the evolution of afro-textured hair?
A. Evolution? I'm not sure what you mean. Please give me a little more to work with! :o)

Q. Does she address the whole mineral oil issue?
A. I believe it is mentioned once or twice, yes.

:o)

-Kim Love
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[biggerthan29]

You are so right our hair is thought of as an after thought. I am a nursing student, and I remember when we were studying the structure of hair in my anatomy and physiology class. My professor, who is white, stated that black ppls hair is very weak, and that is why black women cannot grow their hair long. I had to bite my tongue during this discussion. It is a shame how whenever our hair is brought up it's talked about in a negative way, as you said "Problematic."

[kimmaytube]

@biggerthan29

It's problematic when one does not know how to care for it.

But your professor was correct. Technically, kinky hair is weaker than other hair types for these reasons:

1) Every kink or curl on the hair strand represents a weak point (potential breaking point)

2) Our hair strands are usually more finer, thinner. They contain less protein in the cortex (Asians have the most)

3) Our strands grow out flat, like an UNEVEN ribbon. Potential breaking points.

Breakage reduces length.

[kimmaytube]

@biggerthan29

It's problematic when one does not know how to care for it.

But your professor was correct. Technically, kinky hair is weaker than other hair types for these reasons:

a) Every kink or curl on the hair strand represents a weak point (potential breaking point)

b) Our hair strands are usually more finer, thinner. They contain less protein in the cortex (Asians have the most)

c) Our strands grow out flat, like an UNEVEN ribbon. Potential breaking points.

Breakage reduces length.

[patrelld]

Finally some one is taking the time to educate us as a race so we can learn to love our OWN hair and stop buying it !! thanks Kimmaytube and many others out there thats on the all natural journey. I amnow in for 11 months now.. Loving it..but its a LOT of work.

[LadyGadiva1]

I have been pondering over if I should jump on the band wagon. For some reason I trust your opinion KT so I am going to get the book!

[malawianbabe1]

I am so gonna buy that book.

[sbb1Handmade]

Awesome review, very informative..I just purchased the book on my ipad (it's in my Kindle library). Thanks very much!

[chantico221]

if you have a nook app you can download/purchase book electronically if you like to be on the go!lol not sure if kindle sells the book electronically through amazon. thanks for the info!!

[MellyWh0]

what i absolutely love about your channel is that you represent (a majority I would say) what black women's hair looks like and behaves. You're hair isn't silky smooth or curled up like you could possibly have some Indian in your family (lol). Your hair looks like mines and it's long a beautiful. An inspiration and hair role model I wish I had years ago! 

[asukachan07]

@lovestoned1993 it’s because of its spiral shape! Just imagine how a gift ribbon looks “bigger” when it’s curled up than when its plainly straight...Our hair just takes more volume, but is definitely thinner than straighter types of hair. To accurately compare, pull out an african-textured strand of hair straight and place it next to a european-type strand of hair. You will clearly see the difference.

[lovestoned1993]

@kimmaytube I am confused, if our hair strands are thinner then why does our hair tend to be thicker. I mean your hair looker thicker than any asian I have seen.

[seolchil]

thank you, luv!

[DrRisk01]

I'm gonna buy it! Kimmy is so cute <3 ^__^

[camilval]

i brought it on my kindle