Where Forth Art My HAIR TWIN?

Please excuse the title of this post. I'm knee deep in teaching Shakespeare this semester (smiles). They say that everyone has a twin out here in this big, beautiful world. I've yet to see my twin, but some of my friends and associates say that she is out there. Well, I hope my twin also has the same hair, so we can spend hours sharing our beauty secrets. I wish my hair twin was someone rich and famous. Then, I could be paid to be her hair twin. But, in all seriousness, what exactly is the benefit of finding your hair twin?

Desperately seeking a hair twin.

Hair twins can be a mirror to our hair regimen. A hair twin helps us to see our hair in a different light and gain insight into what we're doing right and what we're doing wrong. A hair twin doesn't merely appear to have our same hair, but something in the texture, sheen, an overall look screams "hair twin".



Hair twins can challenge us to "compete" with them to get better length retention or overall healthy hair. How many times have I labored over my hair twin's routine and tried to figure out what she's doing right and I'm doing wrong. Perhaps my twin has some super power-- "Grow hair, activate!" No, perhaps she wears her hair in protective styles longer OR she detangles a lot better than me. Whatever the difference, check out her routine and see if it works!


Hair twins can give us great ideas for wonderful styles. Pretty much, I am shameless about my hair envy. I have pulled up pics of my hair twin and watched vids of all her tutorials on YouTube. I'd probably be a stalker if I didn't admire her from afar.


Hair twins make us feel like we're not an anomaly. There is absolutely nothing wrong with being unique. In fact, being different sets us a part from the rest of the pack. But, those YouTube videos sure do make many of us feel like our hair is NOTHING like Hair Expert So and So who never seems to have a bad hair day; hair grows over night; and every style seems to come out perfectly. No, our hair twin reminds us of the imperfections of life. We learn to laugh at our flaws and even celebrate them.

So, tell me dear reader, have you spotted your hair twin? 

World Class Hair Regimens: Building an International Regimen-Part 1

Hair regimens are so fun to build and even moreso when you incorporate hair tips from other cultures! Why are international hair regimens SO effective? They contain tried and true methods for hair growth. These hair growth aids have been used for centuries to grow and maintain voluminous locs.

When I was newly natural I became so interested in finding out how different cultures grew and maintained LONG, beautiful hair. From the lengthy black tresses of the Polynesian, Samoan, and Aborigine people to the gorgeous braids and locs of Carribean and African people, I wanted to know how various people successfully retained hair length. Was it a magical elixer? My curiosity led me to make connections and similarities amongst cultures.

#1. Gentle cleansing removes build up from the scalp and establishes an environment conducive to growth. The plain, old country folk of the U.S. know that there are many uses for apple cidar vinegar including cleansing the scalp. An apple cidar vinegar rinse also balances the PH level on the scalp. The Native American people used the Yucca plant for cleansing. Yucca is known for its natural ability to soap up. Also, yucca is famous for aiding in growth. Shea Moisture Yucca & Baobab soap provides gentle cleansing and aids in thickening the hair. It has a light sense and creamy white pearlescent color.

#2. Oiling the hair and scalp provides antibacterial protection and it seals in moisture. The Aryvedic oil treatments of India provide great benefits for sealing in moisture. Even if you can't afford the more exotic oils, coconut oil has amazing penetrating properties and benefits. Essential oil, such as tea tree has been used by the Aborigine for centures as an antifungal treatment. Jamaicans and Haitians both use castor oil for the hair and skin to keep it moisturized and free of problems. In fact, castor oil is known to produce healthy hair and heal skin conditions. For added benefit try Jamaican Black Castor oil with coconut or lavender oils. You might even blend your own oils to boost the benefits.

#3. The food of champions helps hair to grow long and strong. It is no secret that exotic diets provide the nutrition essential to health and gorgeous hair. Our hair is like a billboard for what is going on inside of our bodies. Exotic spices, consummable oils, fresh fruits and vegetables are excellent for establishing and maintaining good health. The delicious pineapple used in many dishes contains bromeide, a chemical that helps flush your system of excess water.Spicy foods, such as those that contain curry kick up flavor and helps to satiate you.

Readers, what parts of your regimen is borrowed from other cultures?