Saja Publishing The Science of Black Hair: A Comprehensive Guide to Textured Hair Care

This book is great if you are looking to really take care of your hair and allowed it to grow to it's full potential. It's true that initially the books starts off a bit slow as it discusses in full detail the 'science' behind your hair, however, once you get into the core of the book the information is a lot more easily digestible and you can relate it to everyday jargon. I have learned some great tips on how to manage my hair - everything from which products to use (great list of products that you can review yourself before purchase) to how to prepare my hair at bedtime. I have learned that certain products that I have used in the past such as shampoos etc were actually harmful to my type of hair (that's another thing you learn - your hair type). I have been following these tips for about 4 weeks now and I can tell immediately that it's a lot better and healthier for me than the way I was treating my hair before. This book makes you realise that your hair should be treated with more respect and that as a result it will thank you by being longer and healthier. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who is serious about looking after their crown and glory!

This book is an excellent read and should be read by all Black women that want to start taking better care of their hair. Contrary to some of the reviews this book is NOT geared toward Permed/Relaxed hair it's geared to ALL black hair textures and it teaches ALL of us how to take care of our hair. The beginning chapters focus more on the science behind hair and goes into depth about hair cuticle & follicle and what makes up a single cuticle etc. which I found to be very interesting and I can almost guarantee that most of us have never even ventured into this area of hair in all our years of hair care. Getting to the root cause of our hair and how and why it grows the way it does etc. is important so that we can put into practice a regimen that will grow our hair not stall it. Yes, I have found some of the info doing my own research on you tube and googling but I still found the information such as ph levels, breakdown on different types of hair damage, shampoo & conditioners, sample regimens for detangling, shampooing/conditioning & styling quite helpful in tweaking my current regimen so that it is balanced. I must admit some of the info I have researched on my own has been just listening to other people and what they think or know about ingredients etc. but having read this book I now have a thorough knowledge for myself of silicones, proteins, sulfates and moisturizing ingredients that are listed on products and know which ones are good for our hair and what should be used to target certain hair issues. There is a section which has recommended products as well as sections on different styling methods both protective and unprotective for both natural and relaxed gals. I think some people are looking for a "quick" read that will just tell them what to do and what to buy for their hair. If that is what you are looking for then you need to keep looking for that book that will give you just that little bit of information. This book is about more than just giving you a quick fix, it is about teaching you to understand that to achieve healthy hair that grows begins with you and your understanding of what you need to do to make sure you are giving your hair the treatment and attention it deserves. Only then will you truly be able to grow healthy long hair. Another book that I have been reading along side this one is "If you love it it will grow" and I find this book to be similar to the SOBH book but it's an "easier to digest" book that simplifies the scientific terms etc. that SOBH refers to. So if SOBH is to "scientific" for you than I suggest getting "If you love it.." as it's easier to understand and employs the same hair care information and methods.

I love the science behind every affirmation. I needed a book that explained the whys. For example why shouldn't we use sulfates and if we still choose to use them when would it be acceptable to use it. This book covers everything you need to know on afro/curly hair and help you make educated choices. I would recommend this book to anybody who wants to make natural hair products to sell or anyone who want to establish good hair regimen.

He estado buscando libros que se enfocaran a explicar mi tipo de cabello exclusivamente y finalmente lo he encontrado! Estoy muy contenta, de poder comprender con mayor profundidad.

Das Buch hilft die eignen Haare besser zu verstehen und kann gleichzeitig als Guide benutzt werden (wann sind welche Produkte sinnvoll anzuwenden...). Es enthält auch eine Produktliste um unter den ganzen Angeboten erst einmal einen Überblick zu bekommen. Ich mache zur Zeit eine Transition und informiere mich auch viel auf Youtube oder in Foren, finde aber dennoch, dass es super ist so ein Basis-Buch im Schrank zu haben und schlage immer mal wieder etwas nach. Es ist auch eine super Geschenkidee für jeden der jemanden kennt der bisher mit seinem Afrohaar einfach überfordert und in Shops meist schlecht beraten war.