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

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 levelAre 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 HairChapter 1: Scalp and Hair Structure, Function, and CharacteristicsChapter 2: Textured Hair Properties & PrinciplesChapter 3: Understanding Hair Growth and Damage for Healthier Hair CareChapter 4: What's Your Hair Care Regimen?Chapter 5: Hair Product Selection BasicsChapter 6: Protein & Moisture Balancing Strategies for Breakage Correction and DefenseChapter 7: Getting Started with a Healthy Hair Care Product RegimenChapter 8: Low-Manipulation Hair Maintenance StrategiesChapter 9: Coloring Textured HairChapter 10: Chemically Relaxing Textured HairChapter 11: Transitioning from Relaxed to Natural HairChapter 12: Regimen-Building Considerations for KidsChapter 13: How Our Health Affects Our HairChapter 14: Working Out on a Healthy Hair-Care RegimenChapter 15: Final Thoughts