Oiling your hair is especially important as the kinks in black people hair make the natural moisture stay at your roots, which is why black people’s hair is always dry. Shampoos for straighter hair are designed to get rid of the natural greases, which black hair needs to grow. Using the wrong shampoos and not enough moisturizers is the main reason why black hair cuts/breaks off. Castor Oil, Black Castor Oil or Coconut Oil is a good product to keep on hand. Coconut Oil is good for your skin as well.
Weaves should be taken out from 1-2 months, depending on how messy it gets, how tight it is and what type of weave you have.
On the positive side, perms don’t require as much combing attention as natural hair and can be styled into styles that white people tend to have. As having a perm/relaxer can cut about half of your hair length off at a time, some people use black hair extensions to attach to the hair, though the glue can cut it further.
Try using purple highlighter for a fun holographic effect. Apply it as eyeshadow in the center of your eyelid.
Buying darker foundation can be okay when they match your darker areas.
Cocoa butter is very good for moisturizing skin and it helps keep dry patches looking less dry. Also, the moisture can last even after a bath (though it’s best to apply at least once a day, preferably in the morning). Other great moisturizers are Shea butter and Aloe butter. When choosing products, look for ones with few chemicals and not a lot of fragrance. Remember: the further down the ingredient list, the less it contains.
When people say racist things regarding your skin color right to your face, it can be annoying. If these people are your ‘friends’ tell them that what they said was not right and provide a bit of evidence of why it was if wanted. If they do it again, it’s highly suggested you ditch them.
