Laxy: My word for a person with a hair relaxer. This is not a derogatory term. Leave-in Conditioner: A thinner and lighter conditioner that is not washed out. This type of conditioner is used keep hair moisturized for extended periods of time. Low-Poo (or Lo Poo): Washing your hair with a conditioner more often than [...]

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Conditioner Wash: Cleansing your hair with conditioner instead of shampoo. This is also called the no poo method. Creamy Crack: Relaxer, perms, texturizers, etc. Curl Definition: When a curl has a distinctive form. Cuticle: Outer layer of the hair. It is made up of flat scales. Dandruff: Is the excessive flaking of dead skin that [...]

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This is a brief glossary of terms that cover both general hair care terms and terms used in referring to nappy hair care. Acids: In generally, acids have these characteristics: Acids usually taste sour when dissolved in water. Acids produce a stinging feeling when touched. Acids react aggressively and corrodes most metals. Acids are electrolytes, [...]

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Growing up, we were told that keeping your hair too clean was bad for Black folks’ hair. Dirty hair was seen as a good thing. Allowing your hair and scalp to get dirty, or to develop ‘growing dirt‘ was suppose to actually make your hair grow. It was believed that washing actually made the hair [...]

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Yesterday it rained. My children and I stood outside and played in it. As I looked around, I noticed all the Laxys scurrying for cover! What is a Laxy? ‘Laxy’ is my word for someone with relaxed hair. Is it a derogatory term? Of course not! Instead of enjoying this replenishing gift, the Laxys were [...]

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