Question 1

what causes my kinky hair?

Accepted Answer

Shape of follicle: Hair follicles are different shapes. If you cut one crossways and looked at it under a microscope, you'd see that the follicle is either round or somewhat flat.  The flatter the follicle, the more curly the strand of hair will be.  Kinky hair is from flatter follicles.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: kinky hair?

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Hair: Hair are strands that grow from the epidermis and are composed of Keratin.  Kinky hair is used to describe hair that is frizzy.

Question 3

what do i do about weak, brittle and kinky hair?

Accepted Answer

Hair loss: Avoid hair trauma like scratching head, using hair products, braiding, cornrows, tight ponytails, and hair extensions. 

The most important rule in treating hair loss is obtaining the correct diagnosis, do labs, examine you, then treat accordingly.

Question 4

hair breakage at root.  kinky hair  texture.  no chemical treated hair for 3 years.   breaking from roots and down entite hair shaft.  lives in nyc?

Accepted Answer

Well: this could be several things from chemical damage the hair and thyroid disease to autoimmune disease to fungal infection even autoimmune disease.recommend evaluation by a physician primary care or dermatology

Question 5

i have a lot of kinky hair regrowth from my trichotillomania. is it possible for the follicle repair itself in time? will i have kinky hairs forever?

Accepted Answer

Trichotelomania: You're correct that the kinky regrowth is from damage to the follicle. Over time, this will right itself. It may take several months.

Question 6

will dandruff cause kinky damaged hair?

Accepted Answer

No Damage: Uncomplicated dandruff will not affect the hair shaft architecture.

Question 7

i have afro kinky textured hair and it's only an inch and a half long. it gets tangled easily. i'm allergic to a lot of products, oils. what to do?

Accepted Answer

Hypoallergenic: Try to find a hypoallergenic hair conditioner. That may help. Also not washing your hair daily can help increase the natural oils. Brushing hair frequently can also help.

Question 8

i haven't washed my hair in 28 days and my hair is still dry.  i have kinky coily hair. is this just inheritance? i don't want to use products.

Accepted Answer

Bad decision: Washing your hair is as important as washing the rest of your body. Dirt and bacteria build up in your hair and cause scalp and health issues.

Question 9

is permanent way to get rid of kinky/4c hair texture permanently!!!! i find it extremely ugly and am desperate to get rid of it what can i do????!!!!!

Accepted Answer

Permanent: Know of no way to permanently change this hair texture. It is called genetics.  However, if hair has changed substantially due to illness, that is often modifiable.

Question 10

how often should you wash a dry scalp/dry hair? once a week? once a month? once every 3 months? i have kinky coily hair but right now it's shaved.

Accepted Answer

2-3 x: May be enough. Avoid extreme hard shampoo. May use dandruff shampoo.

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What causes my kinky hair?

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What is the definition or description of: kinky hair?

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What do i do about weak, brittle and kinky hair?

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Hair breakage at root. kinky hair texture. no chemical treated hair for 3 years. breaking from roots and down entite hair shaft. lives in nyc?

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I have a lot of kinky hair regrowth from my trichotillomania. is it possible for the follicle repair itself in time? will i have kinky hairs forever?

A member asked:

Will dandruff cause kinky damaged hair?

A member asked:

I have afro kinky textured hair and it's only an inch and a half long. it gets tangled easily. i'm allergic to a lot of products, oils. what to do?

A member asked:

I haven't washed my hair in 28 days and my hair is still dry. i have kinky coily hair. is this just inheritance? i don't want to use products.

A member asked:

Is permanent way to get rid of kinky/4c hair texture permanently!!!! i find it extremely ugly and am desperate to get rid of it what can i do????!!!!!

A member asked:

How often should you wash a dry scalp/dry hair? once a week? once a month? once every 3 months? i have kinky coily hair but right now it's shaved.

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