African-Caribbean Hairdressing


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African-Caribbean hair, being more delicate, requires different techniques and specialist knowledge and expertise. This text has been written by a team of specialists, and provides illustrated, step-by-step instructions.




African-Caribbean Hairdressing


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Advanced Hairdressing


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Written to match the 2004 specifications, this successful book provides everything students need to pass their S/NVQ Level 3. Drawing on the style of our popular Basic Hairdressing text, also by Stephanie Henderson, this book uses an easy-to-follow, unit-by-unit approach to this qualification.




8 Weeks to Longer Hair!


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Starting out on a journey is good in and of itself, but what really sets it apart and increases the chances of your success is your focus and planning. This book simply gives you steps to help ensure you are still working towards your hair care goals daily and weekly. Consistency is the key. As you continue to repeat these techniques, they will become a habit for you it takes 60 days (eight weeks) for something to become a habit. Take it one day at a time and you will get there!




The Science of Black Hair: A Comprehensive Guide to Textured Hair


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The Science of Black Hair is the ultimate consumer textbook on black hair care. Technically oriented and detailed throughout, this book was written with the serious hair care consumer in mind. Hair science, research and testimony combine in this carefully written text designed to examine black hair on a deeper level. With its light academic style it is truly the last hair book you'll ever need. Readers will learn how to: * Maintain chemically-treated or natural hair in optimal health. * Stop hair breakage with a novel, protein/moisture balancing method. * Regulate product pH balance for shinier, more manageable hair. * Grow their hair longer, stronger and healthier for life! Additional Features * Regimen Builder with extensive product listings * Ingredients glossary * Interviews * Real photos of hair at the microscopic level Are you ready to stop battling your hair? Win the war against breakage. Forever. The Science of Black Hair: A Comprehensive Guide to Textured Hair Care combines research with testimony in an authoritative reference text dedicated to the care of black hair- relaxed or natural. This powerful book introduces readers to a comprehensive healthy hair care strategy for achieving beautifully radiant hair regardless of hair type. Black hair structure, properties, and maintenance methods are carefully outlined throughout this go-to reference book to give you the tools you need to improve the health and look of your hair, TODAY. The Science of Black Hair Chapter 1: Scalp and Hair Structure, Function, and Characteristics Chapter 2: Textured Hair Properties & Principles Chapter 3: Understanding Hair Growth and Damage for Healthier Hair Care Chapter 4: What's Your Hair Care Regimen? Chapter 5: Hair Product Selection Basics Chapter 6: Protein & Moisture Balancing Strategies for Breakage Correction and Defense Chapter 7: Getting Started with a Healthy Hair Care Product Regimen Chapter 8: Low-Manipulation Hair Maintenance Strategies Chapter 9: Coloring Textured Hair Chapter 10: Chemically Relaxing Textured Hair Chapter 11: Transitioning from Relaxed to Natural Hair Chapter 12: Regimen-Building Considerations for Kids Chapter 13: How Our Health Affects Our Hair Chapter 14: Working Out on a Healthy Hair-Care Regimen Chapter 15: Final Thoughts




Hair Story


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“As far as neatly and efficiently chronicling African Americans and the importance of their hair, Hair Story gets to the root of things.” —Philadelphiaweekly.com Hair Story is a historical and anecdotal exploration of Black Americans’ tangled hair roots. A chronological look at the culture and politics behind the ever-changing state of Black hair from fifteenth-century Africa to the present-day United States, it ties the personal to the political and the popular. Read about: Why Black American slaves used items like axle grease and eel skin to straighten their hair. How a Mexican chemist straightened Black hair using his formula for turning sheep’s wool into a minklike fur. How the Afro evolved from militant style to mainstream fashion trend. What prompted the creation of the Jheri curl and the popular style’s fall from grace. The story behind Bo Derek’s controversial cornrows and the range of reactions they garnered. Major figures in the history of Black hair are presented, from early hair-care entrepreneurs Annie Turnbo Malone and Madam C. J. Walker to unintended hair heroes like Angela Davis and Bob Marley. Celebrities, stylists, and cultural critics weigh in on the burgeoning sociopolitical issues surrounding Black hair, from the historically loaded terms “good” and “bad” hair, to Black hair in the workplace, to mainstream society’s misrepresentation and misunderstanding of kinky locks. Hair Story is the book that Black Americans can use as a benchmark for tracing a unique aspect of their history, and it’s a book that people of all races will celebrate as the reference guide for understanding Black hair. “A comprehensive and colorful look at a very touchy subject.” —Essence




Introducing Hairdressing


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Hairdressing is a creative and fun profession with great career prospects once you are fully trained. This book introduces you to all the skills and knowledge you need to get started. It has lots of illustrations and step-by-step photographs so you can see how to carry out all the procedures you need to cover.




The A to Z of Afro Hair


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The A to Z of afro hair. The wiggle, wavey, wounderful world. A Comprehensive Guide for Kids.This book is is an informative and fun book that covers a wide range of African and Caribbean hair styles for kids. This book is perfect for parents, caregivers, and kids who are interested in learning more about Afro-Caribbean hairstyles.With detailed illustrations, this book is a great resource for parents who want to try out new hairstyles on their children. From braids to twists, updos to cornrows, this book covers all the popular Afro-Caribbean hairstyles that are perfect for kids of all ages.This book also includes fun facts about the history and cultural significance of Afro-Caribbean hairstyles, making it a great educational resource for kids. The easy-to-read language and colorful illustrations make it engaging and accessible for children of all ages. Wether you're a parent, caregiver, or kid, The A to Z of afro hair is a must-have resource for anyone interested in learning more about Afro-Caribbean hair styles. Order your copy today and start exploring the wonderful world of Afro-Caribbean hairstyles!