This time of year, I’m on the lookout for lots of ways to boost my immune system to keep cold and flu symptoms AWAY! Of course, my fall hair care tip offers the best of both worlds, healthy hair and healthy body. This week I made these lemon ginger shots. Not an original at all, but I wanted to share with you another simple way you can love your natural hair and keep your body healthy too. I took it a step further by making it easy to grab a dose of lemon and ginger every day.

Happy Fall Ya’ll!

I am all about keeping your hair healthy  so that it looks great without you depending on a ton of products. Over the next 4 weeks I’m going to share some fall hair care tips that you can easily incorporate into your lifestyle that will minimize breakage, increase moisture and keep your natural hair looking and feeling great during the cold season which can be stressful on your mane if you do not take preventive measures to avoid damage.

It's almost spring time. Warmer weather is so close I can feel it. I know you're still working out and staying fit!

​Are twist extensions a good styling option for spring time?

Sure, as long as you use them for temporary relief from your natural hair, not your permanent style. The versatility of this style make it a great option for exercise, work and play. It is important to remember to keep your hair moisturized because synthetic hair  draws moisture from your hair possibly causing it to look dull and be more prone to breakage. 

One way to balance moisture while wearing twists is to apply a good moisturizer every couple of days along the length of your hair that comes in contact with the extension hair. Twists offer a time saving option for anyone transitioning. Long wear-ability offers a break from the frustration of dealing with two textures.

Twist extensions have different names characterized by size, length, and type of hair used.

Here are a few:
Kinky Twists: medium size and length using Marley Braid hair. {Share hair image} {Amazon or other affiliate link}

Senegalese Twists refer to micro to small size mid back to waist length using micro yaki kanekelon hair {Share image and or link} {Amazon or other affiliate link}

Havana Twists refer to extra-large medium to long length using puffy twist hair. {Image} {Amazon or other affiliate link}

All styles can be work worn between six and twelve weeks. If you choose to wear beyond 6 weeks I recommend cleansing your scalp gently and retouching edges. Retouching helps avoid damage to edges. 

​Tell me about your experience with twist extension. Do you like twist extension as a good option for taking a break from daily styling? Which style do you like best? 

Headbands can make styling natural hair quick and easy. They work well on all hair types and lengths. I like to wear headbands to add style and color to my wardrobe, but more often, a headband is a lifesaver on bad hair days. See the 3 ways I wear headbands while avoiding a tension headache and damaging my edges. These looks are fun to create with your headbands that are pretty, but have unusual material that you don't want against your hairline.

Cold winter air outside, cozy heat inside, and fuzzy winter gear are all out to zap moisture from your skin and hair this winter. Your hair and scalp will get dry and itchy as winter weather gets underway. Over the years, I have noticed clients start to complain about itching and unusual shedding in November once the effects of winter have set in good. Winter's harshness may show up as an itchy scalp, excessive shedding, or strands that break easily. If this is the case for you, your body is telling you that you need to nurture your scalp and hair better. Now is the time to start if you haven't already. You'll need to take preventive measures both internally and topically to keep your curls hydrated during winter months.​

Cooking is a creative outlet for me and this soup with all its colorful ingredients and fragrant spices is always a pleasure to create. If you follow me on Instagram you see that half my posts are food related. That's because a healthy diet is the easiest way to healthy hair. I wanted to share this comfort dish with you because it is tasty, easy to make, and full of healthy vegetables.