Inclusive Hair Project - Caring for Afro Hair

Scrunchies, Ribbons and Bows, Bonnets, Durags and Silk Pillows, Braids, Locks, Cornrows, Let's walk a journey starting from here, Come on guys, Let’s Talk about Hair! 
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Our Hair is Our Pride:

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Styles such as braids, locs and twists are cultures which are dated back to thousands of years ago in our community. Each curl, style and braid reflects history, identity and love.
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the 1960s and 1970s, afro hair represented black pride and beauty during the Civil Rights Movement and the Black Power Movement.
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Hair Type Chart: 
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Did you know that our hair comes in different types? Ranging from bone straight to tight coils, they are catergorised into types 1A to 4C.

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Hair Care Tips and Tricks:
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·       Satin bonnets and pillowcases reduce friction which keeps hair healthy.

·       Know your porosity- high porous hair and low porous hair need different types of care.

·       Always detangle with moisture (this not only makes it easier but saves you from pain and breakage)

·       Don’t forget to keep your hair moisturised with water, oils and conditioners.

·       Our garden thrives when it is watered.

·       Social media influencers are your best friends
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Find an influencer with your curl pattern and porosity type

Learn so much more about what works for you!

·       Finally, Don't forget to Whip your hair whether it is long or short!

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Where to find Hair Products: 

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In Exeter, you can find hair products from:

·      Boots

·      Superdrug

·      TK Maxx

Online Retailers such as

-         Amazon

-         Asos

Top hair care tips from current Exeter students:

-        Minimize the heat and use a deep conditioner

-        Plant-based oil

-        Hair oil mask is good for revitalizing your scalp

-        Keep your hair hydrated

-        Use heat protector – heat can damage your hair

-        Protective styles and learning how to do your own hair is very helpful, making a hair calendar of what styles you want that month

-        Use hair mask before washing, and always dry blow it afterwards

-        Keep your hair in twist/braids when sleeping

-        Use mouse for volume

-        Oil your scalp to minimise breakage

-        Use hair wax if your gel flakes

-        Limited use of heat

-        Embrace your natural hair and don’t feel left out

-        It's a myth to train your hair to become less oily by not washing it. Wash your hair when you need to

-        Always style and apply products on soaking wet hair

-        Use hair mask instead of conditioner = game changer

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