Embracing The Beauty Of America’s Blended Fabric (NAPSA)—Theface of America is constantly changing—andso is its hair. Styles wave, kink and curl with the times. Plus, we’ve become a melting pot society of interracial couples and adoptions. Multiheritage and adopted children—quite expectedly—often have hair textures that are different from their parents, and they require unique care. The key is understanding the differences in hair types. For instance, heredity can play a role for anyone with curly, coarse or wavy hair. Some African Americans have soft, straight hair while some Hispanics and Caucasians have coarse or wiry hair. In addition, people of mixed heritage typically have a unique blend of hair textures, ranging from fine and wavyto tight and curly. The average individual may have as manyas three different hair textures on his or her head, requiring the use of multiple hair care products. Whyis curly hair different? Salon owner and multicultural hair expert Roslyn Baker explains that the hair follicles in curly hair are curved, which restricts the natural oil flow through the follicle and to the scalp. This can result in hair that’s dry and dull. Ultimately, the hair becomes intertwined as it grows out, gets tangled and dry and can eventually break. As a result, curly hair needs products that add significant moisture, sheen and conditioning. Studies show 56 percent of moms said they could use more help with their daughter’s tangles. One potential solution is Soft & Beautiful Just for Me!” Texture Softener. It provides worryfree manageability by significantly reducing tangles. You still Multiracial children have unique hair care needs. have a curly or natural look, but hair will be easier to comb and will appear longer. To keep wavy or curly locks under control, there’s Just for Me! Hair Milk Styling Crme. This lightweight formula should be applied after shampooing and conditioning to help define waves and curls while making combingeasier. Just for Me! is America’s No. 1 children’s multicultural hair care brand (in FDM $ sales past 52 weeks ending March 15, 2009). It is available wherever hair care products aresold. “Morning Madness”Tips Roslyn Baker hastips on how fo prevent the last-minute craziness of dealing with a child’s hair: Do preliminary workat night, including applying moisturizers and twisting, braiding orrolling hair to avoid tangling. Cover herhair with a satin scarf or nightcap to prevent drying out. Shampooherhair once a week, not every day, unless she’s swimming.
