The Northwest Scents Blog

Question: Is it safe to press colored treated hair? - I was thinking about pressing my hair, but not straight. I just want to loosen up some of my hair, because it feels so thick at the roots. I know too much heat is not good for any type of hair. I was just going to press my hair only after I wash it, like my mom use to do when I was a child. Thanks!!

Answer: I wouldn't recommend pressing hair that has been treated with a permanent color. If what you are looking for is loosening the roots, I would recommend using a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner, and detangling your hair in the shower when it is wet and saturated with conditioner, and loosely braiding your hair while it dries to keep the roots looser. I've got tips for how to do this at http://nwscents.com/pages/How-To-Detangle-Your-Hair.php

Question: Hi. I am an African American Male that has questions about what hair products I should be using. I usually have an Afro which is kind of big. I was wondering what shampoo and/or conditioner do you recommend me to use? Also during the day is there any products to keep my Afro a little more shiny instead of too nappy?

Answer: To keep your hair healthy you should be using products that moisturize your hair. Our shampoos and conditioner are specially formulated to keep african american hair moisturized and healthy. We have a new line for men which you can see at the following link: http://nwscents.com/catalog.php?category=19, but you can use any of our shampoos and conditioners for moisturizing results. During the day to keep your hair shiny, put a small amount of hair oil to the palm of your hands and apply it to your hair from your scalp to the ends of your hair.