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Help... I need...Curly hair advice.

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Latest post on 16 October 2012 - 00:00
IT IS THE POOL! Your hair is made up of a delicate, stretchy strand called the cortex. The cortex is wrapped in a sturdy sheath called the cuticle made up of keratin, which is designed to protect and keep it from breaking. The entire hair strand is coated in sebum, a natural oil produced by your scalp. Sebum smooths the cuticle, keeping it shiny and strong. Chlorine is a harsh chemical that strips away the sebum, leaving your cuticle dry and cracked, with split ends. Always wear a cap when swimming and a nice way to help restore your hair is keratin treatment