The Science of Black Hair :: Moisture Basics


From December 2012 to February 2013, I studied the book, The Science of Black Hair. A well written book by Audrey Davis-Sivasothy. If you want to understand your hair and how to better take care of it, this is the one of the best books to use.

I am very happy to say that Audrey has created a YouTube channel (ScienceOfBlackHair) that gives a visual representation of key information discussed in her book.

Here are some of the videos where talks about Moisture Basics.

Part 1: Moisture Basics: Moisturizing and Sealing Your Hair  

 
 

Part 2: The Science of Black Hair: Hair and Hard Water



Part 3: The Science of Black Hair on pH Problems & pH Balancing (Moisture Basics 3/4)  
 

 

Comments

  1. UnknownApril 19, 2013 at 5:30 PM

    I have been wanting to get this book, just haven't had a chance. I am super happy to hear she has a channel. Thanks for sharing. Take care and have a great weekend!

    Zainab1
    AuNaturale007.blogspot.com

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    1. DiscoveringNaturalApril 19, 2013 at 7:46 PM

      Thanks, The book is so worth ready. There is a lot of information. I got the electronic version.

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