Hair Care Basics That Save Money

By Arlon Beauregard and Deborah Ross

In todays economically challenging world, it is important to save money in as many ways possible. In their hair care guidebook, seasoned cosmetologist Deborah Ross and registered nurse Arlon Beauregard share cost-effective, proven tips on how to treat, style, and maintain many different types of hair through a variety of over-the-counter products and home remedies.

Ross and Beauregard rely on their experience in both the cosmetology and health-care fields in order to provide an informative reference guide for anyone interested in learning how to cut, style, and alleviate hair issues in order to maintain a healthy, vibrant look for life. After sharing interesting facts about the history of hair, hair types, and textures, Ross and Beauregard provide a step-by-step process that teaches you how to

prevent hair thinning and loss; treat problems of the scalp; choose the right hair products; create inexpensive home treatments; enhance facial features through hair styles; and retouch and color hair.

Hair Care Basics That Save Money shares valuable tips, techniques, and advice for anyone interested in using trade secrets from professionals in order to achieve gorgeous hair.

• Language: English
• Publisher: iUniverse
• Release date: Jul 18, 2013
• ISBN: 9781475994704

Arlon Beauregard

Deborah Ross spent twenty years in the cosmetology industry as a licensed cosmetologist and salon owner in Miami, Florida. She provided routine hair care and solved hair mishaps for a variety of clients. Now retired, she currently lives in Orlando, Florida, where she enjoys spending time with her family. Arlon Beauregard has been a registered nurse for over thirty years. She has devoted her life to providing healthcare and counseling women on how to deal with life’s challenges. She currently lives in Florida with her family.

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iUniverse rev. date: 07/16/2013

CONTENTS

Chapter 1

Definition of Hair

Hair Types

Hair Textures

Problems—Hair

Problems—Scalp

Chapter 2

Hair Products

Hair Care Equipment

Chapter 3

Shampooing and Conditioning

Hairstyle Techniques

How to Trim Hair with Scissors

Tips for Clipper Cuts

Chapter 4

Tips on Hair Coloring

Tips on Hair Perms

Tips on Hair Relaxing

Chapter 5

Common Causes of Hair Damage

Impact of Chemicals

Chemical Overlapping

Overprocessing with Chemicals

We dedicate this book to all cancer survivors and to the families of those who lost the battle.

We acknowledge and appreciate Aaron Westmoreland and Stephanie Minus for their assistance in completion of our book.

A Special Thank you, to Rachel Quinn Photography

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CHAPTER 1

Definition of Hair

Hair is composed of a protein called keratin, which is the same protein found in our nails and in our skin. Hair contains melanin, which determines the color of the hair.

A strand of hair has three layers. The outermost layer is called the cuticle. It is transparent and its function is to protect the inner layers. The innermost layer is called the medulla and is composed of large, loose cells that may have a hollow-like appearance. Between these two layers is the cortex.

Hair grows from the follicle (a pocket in the skin). This saclike structure surrounds the root of the hair and is found beneath the skin. Tiny blood vessels provide nutrition. During the growing phase the bottom is shaped like a bulb. The papilla (inside the bulb) is fed by tiny blood vessels that bring in oxygen and food and take away waste products. The papilla is sensitive to hormones and the chemicals (medicines) secreted by our bodies. This process may slow