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  • Happy hair…happy you

    Happy hair…happy you

    When you hear it’s time to shine, we often think of fashionable outfits, make-up to die for, glitz and glam jewelry, shoes and the likes. Let’s not forget that a woman’s hair is her pride – in short, happy hair…happy you.

     So, when was the last time you pampered or gave your hair a break? Wait. Don’t let your imagination run wild…and you don’t need to start wondering how much it would cost your pocket. You don’t need to visit your hairstylist and rush to the market for some fresh supplies. You have what you need at home.

    Your hair care routine can sometimes feel like a tiresome task. Let’s help you turn it into an invigorating routine as we walk you through this comprehensive hair pampering care that’ll  help relax you, while leaving your hair feeling happy and healthy.  

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    •Take down your hair with care and when detangling

    •Deep condition with any oil (olive or castor oils) of your choice

    •Massage your scalp

    • Cover your hair with a shower cap

    •Avoid heat

    •Kick out your shoes and relax with a book, a movie or a short nap for 15 or 30 minutes

    •When you are ready wash out, condition and do a protective style

    For some hair mask recipes and more, visit https://www.wikihow.com/Do-Hair-Spa-Treatments-at-Hom

  • ‘Hair, for me, is celebratory’

    ‘Hair, for me, is celebratory’

    For multidisciplinary artist Jessica Soares, beauty standards start with one’s hair. The 33-year-old, a self-taught artist, with a background in Marketing from Redeemer’s University, has since become a passionate voice that encourages people, particularly women, to embrace their beauty.  Her compelling recent debut exhibition, tagged ‘Who We Are When The Glory is Gone’, held at Rele Gallery, Lagos, delves into the profound emotional and artistic journey of as she wrestles alopecia—a condition characterised by hair thinning and loss. Soares lives with this condition which she inherited from her mother. Through her creative voice, she speaks on her journey and more. EVELYN OSAGIE writes

    Beauty: Why is alopecia such an issue

    It is important because hair is important to every woman. Imagine you having to deal with the thought of losing your hair all the time compared to others who have healthy hair. You go to the salon and you’d hear sad remarks about your hair. Hair is a very important aspect of beauty. Beauty standards start with your hair.

    Beauty to me

    The world has projected beauty to be of a certain standard. Even if you don’t have hair, some people will ask you ‘When are you going to grow your hair?’ Some men even think that not having hair is about you just wanting to be dominating, be in control of the man. There are different myths around not having hair that many people are still battling with.

    Hair, for me, is celebratory. If I have hair, I am very happy. I try to do what I can with it knowing that in the next few weeks, I may not have them. If I don’t have them, it is still fine for me. It is a win or lose situation. I am happy when I have it and when I don’t; I am doing whatever I can. I am coming to an acceptance with it and there will be a day that I will completely go bald because there is nothing left to keep.

    Relationship of a woman to her hair

    The woman’s hair is a crowning glory. In Yoruba, it is called ‘Eleda’ or ‘Ori Ade.’ People would see hair as what defines a woman. Imagine you being without your crown, who are you as a person.That is why I ask the question, “Who Are We When the Glory is Gone?’ Does that make me less of a woman? Does that make me less beautiful? That is where all that was coming from.

    My journey

    It has been very good. I suffered from the condition so this is just me documenting my experience and what I have been going through since I was a child. I inherited the condition from my mother and my mother also inherited it from her mother. It is hereditary.

    My mother often wore wigs to conceal her hair loss, opposing wearing scarves, the more appropriate option. My grandmother also hid her hair beneath scarves, becoming a mystery as people never saw her without her head covered. I wish I could have told her before she passed. It had a name and it was okay. Although my hair played a profound role in my life because of hereditary alopecia, I only discovered the name and nature of her condition in 2020 during the pandemic, when my hair suddenly fell out again.

    This transformative moment compelled me to delve deeper into my research on the health condition, reshaping my perspective and inspiring my art. I shifted from wishing for voluminous hair to embracing vulnerability, a pivotal step I took at the Rele Art Foundation in 2021. My art became a canvas for documenting my journey, from childhood experiences to evolving self-perception and strategies for life with alopecia.

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    My research findings

    During my research, I found that the male folks also suffer from alopecia. It is not just for children. The male suffers. There are different kinds of alopecia: some affect the back of the head, some right in the middle or in the front. Some men don’t really care whether they have hair or not.

    My art journey

    Having no formal training about art, I went ahead to learn to develop and build her works through different mediums of art. I nurtured my passion into pursuing art as a full time job, studying and creating with different styles and techniques to finally find that one unique style that differentiates me and truly tells my story

    My works express/show my love for hair and the struggles I faced having to grow hair as a child. My creative drive for art grew from story books; my grandma would encourage me by always making me makeshift tracing papers (using cooking oil and plain paper).

     In 2021, I was selected to be part of the Rele Arts Foundation Young Contemporaries Residency and have gone on to take part in the group exhibition ‘Good Things Come In Threes’, (2022), Rele Gallery, Los Angeles, as well solo exhibition ‘Who We Are When The Glory Is Gone’ (2023) Rele Gallery, Lagos.

     My exhibition beyond the human hair

    My works draw from personal experiences in exploring the complexities and social notions around women’s hair in contemporary society. Combining drawing and painting techniques, my feature elaborately detailed figures swathed in colourful fabrics. My works also utilise the Adire fabric in exploring issues of legacy and familial bond.  I want people to be able to relate and see themselves in it as well in different areas of their lives. This is about expectations and the things people are going through as individuals. The times with hair are moments of vibrant expression, while my thinning patches symbolise life’s cycles, prompting me to cut her hair. I can be vulnerable enough to define myself this way. Even if it’s not hair you’re dealing with, just know that it doesn’t define you. With my works, I just don’t want to talk about hair alone. I want to talk about different things bothering women that are not able to speak about. I will be their voice and use my art to speak about it.

    My connection with the exhibition curator, Wana Udobang

    Udobang played a vital role in creating my exhibition. It was much more than curatorial passion for her. We met during the Young Contemporary Art that we had last year at the National Museum. She suffered alopecia, which led her to shave her hair as well; so, it was more or less a deep connection for her and she just wanted the show because it tells her story as well. It was more or less a match made in heaven.

    On my installation that looks like a salon

    Due to what I am experiencing, going to the salon has been a lot for me because people are constantly asking me about my hair and it was always a problem for me. I would rather stay at home and have people. I am a very shy person and probably always the last to leave the salon because I didn’t want people to see my hair. Growing up, I just found comfort in the home service for my hair.This is like the home service set up in my house and this is called ‘Jessica Salon.’

    Inspiration behind my exhibition

    I intend to bring more awareness into the situation and to let people know that it is not okay to think that women without hair are not enough or not beautiful enough. This is to make people be comfortable with whatever they are going through and not let a condition define you. The truth of the matter is that you are still beautiful in and out. You should not let the world project whatever they see on you. I see myself taking the campaign outside the country. I want to speak more on it and be more elaborate on it.

  • Golden rules for good hair care

    SHAMPOOING – First of all, to prevent these problems it is necessary to have frequent shampooing and keep the hair supple as much possible.

    Oil treatment (hair massage) – Massage increases the blood flow to the hair follicles and beneath the scalp. This helps the growth of healthy hair. Oil massage is especially beneficial for dry hair as it increases blood circulation and produces natural oil. But do not use too much oil for massaging for oily hair as there is enough natural oil in scalp. Also, make sure you massage after you must have shampooed your hair.

     

    • Mix one vitamin E capsules to the lukewarm coconut oil that has been soaked in ewe dongoyaro (Neem leaves) and then massage gently with fingertips to the scalp.

     

    • Do not message the oil concoction to the scalp violently, because it can cause weak and brittle hair to collapse.

     

    • Banana and egg wonder – You can mix and apply mashed ripe banana and egg white to get that shine back in your hair.

    Hair care for dandruff

    KEEPING your hair healthy and beautiful does not have to cost a fortune. In fact, with just a few common household ingredients, your hair will look healthy and shiny all year round:
    Apply the warm mixture of olive oil, lemon juice and coconut oil. Do a steam -towel- wrap for 15 minutes and wash the hair with a shampoo.
    Crush the leaves of petal hibiscus flower and wash the hair with this juice.
    For shiny and healthy hair
    Mix a little vinegar in warm water and rinse your hair with this solution. This will add bounce to a dull and lifeless hair.
    Apply the warm mixture of olive oil, lemon juice and coconut oil. Do a steam -towel- wrap for 15 minutes and wash the hair with a shampoo.

  • Natural solution to a hair problem

    AS we all know, natural hair is now the dad among fashionistas. And of all body features, nothing guarantees you that special outstanding look than a well-nourished and perfectly styled hair. With the help of the right hairstylist and good hair products you can move from looking ordinary to looking very fabulous.

    Trendily styles natural hair show off your natural beauty, and how creative your hairdo is will stand you out and make you feel fresh, elegant and beautiful. Africans are blessed with a wide variety of beautiful hairstyles. Natural hair gives a classy look that no other hairstyle is ever able to. So it is no surprise that ladies, even men, are sporting such hairstyle that sets them apart in a crowd and enhances their beauty and outlook. A beauty and hair care solutions company, Recare Ltd which is at the forefront of developing beauty solution for the African woman and therefore has made one of its ideals to share values and information on hair and beauty care.

    Mr Daniel Appiah, an official of the company

    stated that it was imperative for women to know the texture of their hair and be armed with relevant information on haircare solutions. “Knowing your hair texture will afford the persons the manner of treatment to give your hair. We have fine hair, medium texture and coarse or resistant hair. A lot of women are going natural because virgin hair and its treatment is the trend now and women want to wear it gracefully. Making your hair and integral part of your beauty regimen is sacrosanct as food and weather affects your hair,” Mr Appiah noted.

    The Natures Gentle Touch Monoi Oil product range for Natural hair solution was launched at the event which had the presence of different stakeholders in the beauty industry. Group Managing Director of Recare Cosmetics Limited, Chika Ikenga noted that the Natures Gentle Touch is on a mission of solving the beauty and hair problems of Africans using natural ingredients. He stated, “The Monoi Oil Product Range for Natural Hair Solution is of course, another evidence of our commitment to improving the beauty and personal care of the African woman”

  • Worry less about gray hair

    While some people welcome gray hair, which many believe, is associated with old age, others cannot stand it. The good news: Scientists are hard at work on how to prevent it. However, research has shown that using natural ingredients will help to boost and rejuvenate the hair, Omolara Akintoye writes

    Every man and woman knows the day will come, and they all dread it. You look in the mirror, and there it is — your first gray hair! Men are seen shaving their hair while women start dyeing it or covering their hair with wig. While some people start experiencing it at a later age, some are not that lucky. In an interview with Mrs. Lucy Odunayo, a business woman, she recalled how she started battling gray hair from her youthful days. “My mother gave birth to me in her late forties, so my mum had been told that I would start experiencing gray hair early. So, I had no choice than to start wearing wig right from my youthful days,” she lamented. For Mr. John Iluoma, he had to have his hair shaved to keep gray hair at bay.

    What actually causes gray hair is as simple as normal aging. As we get older, we produce less of two enzymes: the first is an enzyme that helps break down hydrogen peroxide. Hydrogen peroxide is a well-known tool for bleaching hair, but did you know your hair cells actually make hydrogen peroxide? As we age, the amount produced increases, ultimately bleaching hair pigment. A Beauty Consultant/ Dermatologist, Temitope Faronbi, who spoke on the causes of

    gray hair, said with age, we also produce less of another enzyme that helps repair damaged hair follicles. This slow down reduces the amount of pigment, or melanin that we produce. If the amount of melanin is reduced, the hair turns gray. Once the production of melanin is stopped altogether, hair turns white.

    According to Faronbi, gray hair is not necessarily associated with old age. Many reasons can be attributed to it, such as depression, stress, inadequate rest, not eating balanced diet, lack of supplement, health issues, among others. “When someone is not happy, he/she can start having gray hair, because it leads to hormonal imbalance and this can make someone to have gray hair,” said Faronbi. A lot of people cannot manage stress, but irrespective of what you are going through, you should be able to manage your health.

    Similar to hair loss, Faronbi pointed out that gray hair is primarily the result of genetics. “You can look to your parents or grandparents for a glimpse of what the future may hold for your looks,” she said. Basically, ask your parents when they got their first gray hairs, and you may just be getting a glimpse into your future.

    Of course, you’re not going to wake up one day and be totally gray. It’s a process, and that process typically follows a pattern. Gray hairs will first appear around your temples, and slowly fill in and move up and around your scalp. While it’s not lucky that they tend to show up first right up front, at least you can take comfort in the fact that if your temples aren’t gray, there probably aren’t any in the back of your head you don’t know about, either.

    Speaking on how it can be prevented, Faronbi said do what makes you happy; ensure that you are among people with positive mindset, be happy, eat enough balanced diet, take the necessary supplement. “Go for beauty therapy and body massage; take care of your health. Gray hair is

    more common among women than men because of domestic violence as well as other things being faced by women on a daily basis. It also affects men, especially those that are financially low. They can start looking older and having gray hair, but in the course of my work it affects more women than men.”

    Faronbi warned that people should not pull off gray hair. “Once one is pulled off, it starts coming out more,” she disclosed. One of the ways it can be checked, according to Faronbi, is the use of natural shampoo made with okro and apple cinder vinegar can be used.  “Rather than using harsh chemical substance, use natural ingredients which will help to boost and rejuvenate the hair.” She stated.   Carrot oil or coconut oil can be used as hair oil. She said also that the hair can be massaged with egg oil. Egg oil contains anti-oxidant which arrests premature aging (graying) of hair and even reverses early stage gray hair.

    She advised that people should avoid dyeing their hair. Dyeing, she pointed out, will increase the grey hair.  Managing gray hair, according to her, also implies staying off smoking, as effect of smoking is also linked to premature hair graying, with the onset of gray hair occurring before the age of 30.

    Get enough vitamins: Vitamins (including B12) are essential for hair and skin health. When you have a deficiency, your hair can prematurely begin to lose some of its pigment or even fall out (it may fall out if you have a zinc deficiency), making you gray or bald (you’d want to avoid both).

    Finally, Faronbi tasked people to take multivitamin supplements to prevent going gray too early. “Taking supplements isn’t a magic potion guaranteed to keep your hair colourful, but it may give you a little extra time before it turns gray,” she said.

  • 4 Ways to style fine hair

    Every woman would like to have an abundant head of hair, which is the exact opposite of fine hair.  Fine hair, as we put it in these parts, is rather scanty. For as long as I can remember, I’ve had a love/hate relationship with my hair. It’s fine and unruly by nature, so it took me years to find a style that works for me. And in the spirit of working with what you got, here are four ways to style fine hair – no special tools required!

     

    Pulled back minibun

    pulled back minibun

    The mini bun is one of my personal go-to hair styles for ladies with heart shaped faces. Trendy ladies who like a fuss free style should simply keep their middle part when creating the bun, especially if you have a very narrow-shaped face. This pulled back version gives a more slick effect. It’s such a versatile hair style: when paired with a white tank top and khaki bomber it’s got an unquestionable street wear/ casual vibe going on, but when you add a chic dress and oversized earrings, it’s so very sophisticated!

    The classic middle part

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    A sleek middle part is another classy hairstyle option.  It looks fresh and natural, especially when tucked behind your ears.  It’s definitely something to be trying this rainy season. Even if you are carrying super wavy hair, you can still get away with a sleek middle part.

    Short and combed back

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    Considering the multitude of wet look-inspired beauties you are likely to come across when the rain arrive the popularity of this short combed back hair style is not so surprising. It might seem a bit daunting to try this out at home, but the casual version of is pretty do-able. You might want to try this combo with a sexy blazer jacket and red lips.

    Low ponytail

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    A low ponytail is an adult spin on the classic ponytail, only this time it lies lower down the back of your head. Simply pull your hair back at the back of your head with an elastic hair band or hair ornament and you are good to go. It can go from the gym to the boardroom just as easily as it can be rocked at home.

  • KEMI LEWIS – I abandoned law for natural hair care

    KEMI LEWIS – I abandoned law for natural hair care

    Kemi Lewis is the CEO of KLs Natural, an outfit that specialises in natural hair growth products and services for women. Interestingly, her first love was law and she had big dreams after graduation. Unfortunately, those dreams crumbled when she combed everywhere for a job but didn’t find one. In this interview with YETUNDE OLADEINDE, she recounts how she found an alternative career and how it has made life more fulfilling for her.

    What motivated the creation of KLs Naturals?

    KL’s Naturals was created in 2013. A combination of factors and play of circumstances led to its creation. I had recently moved back to the country and was trying to find my feet work wise. As a lawyer, I had tried to find work but for some reason no matter how many interviews I had gone to, it didn’t seem to be happening. I also had a desire to start my own business which seemed to burn brighter with each passing day. Around this time, a friend of mine had just started her own business, so I went to visit in order to bounce ideas off her and also to get some sort of motivation and direction. After telling her my ideas and sharing my frustration of not finding any salons that could cater to my natural hair, she said to me, ‘Kemi, why don’t you open a natural hair salon? You have natural hair, you’ve always known how to style hair and you would instinctively know what to do.’

    It was a lightbulb moment for me. I went home and started to write out a plan of what I would do – the more I wrote, the more excited I became, so I knew I was on to something.

    This was in March of 2013. By August of the same year, we had opened up our Dolphin Salon.

    What were the initial challenges?

    Initial challenges were finding staff members that bought into my vision of a purely natural hair salon; getting the word out about what we were doing and power supply.

    How did you overcome these challenges?

    Reinforcing to my staff the reasons why my vision would not change or bend to accommodate them. In order to get the word out about our work I would style my hair and go to supermarkets or the mall armed with flyers – I would give them to anyone who approached me to admire my hair or any lady with natural hair I saw. People started to hear about us and also our clients always strongly referred us – lending a strong stamp of authenticity to the quality of our work.

    As an SME, is it easy sourcing fund?

    Luckily, I was able to start my business with what was left of my savings. I also had to cash in my life insurance policy to have extra cash. In recent times I have had cause to go to my bank to talk to them about what available funding there is for SMEs as we have started to think about expansion and it was not an encouraging conversation.

    Is there anything you would like government to do to improve the economy?

    Articulating that now seems almost futile seeing as the country is broke and we are where we are due to the lack of timely and effective decisions. However, I would say a diversification of the revenue base of the country would be a good starting point.

    There are so many ways we could earn forex, and further develop the economy; agriculture and solid minerals readily come to mind. As individuals, we know and understand that the way to building wealth is in having multiple streams of income. So as a country, it’s heartbreaking that the keys to unlock all these doors to various income streams are staring us in the face but the government seems unwilling to take the decisive steps in moving us in the direction of economic independence.

    If you had to advise young entrepreneurs, what would you tell them?

    Be focused. Be deliberate. Be intentional. Work your skill till you are perfect. Work harder than any staff you have. If you’re acting as ‘oga’ and strolling in at noon every day, no one is going to take you or your business seriously.

    Personnel is always an issue for many, what is your experience?

    My experience has been interesting, to say the least. I have found that finding people with a good attitude and making sure you are constantly training and developing personnel, makes a world of difference.

    Let’s talk about some of your role models and mentors

    Definitely, Tara Fela Durotoye. I love what she has done and how she has defined herself and set herself apart within the beauty industry. I deeply admire Mrs. Ibukun Awosika and hearing her talk about how she has come this far, her perseverance, foresight and unwavering faith in God encourage and totally inspire me.

    What gives you inspiration?

    My desire to work out every seed God has put in me is what gives me inspiration. I want to walk in my purpose and work my purpose till I become all I was made to be.

    What were you doing before this?

    Believe it or not I am a lawyer. Called to the bar in January 2001, got my masters in international business transactions in 2004, got qualified as a chartered secretary in 2007 and worked as a company secretary for five years.

    What other things occupy your time?

    My business occupies my time mostly. There is so much that I want to achieve and create. When I’m not doing that, I love to read and listen to music.

    How would you assess the performance of SMEs in the country today?

    SMEs in any country play a crucial role in their economy in terms of their contribution to employment, wealth creation and poverty reduction. However, the peculiar Nigerian economy especially in recent times has seen SMEs unable to rise up and play this important role. High interest rates mean they are unable to access funds; poor infrastructure means they become mini local governments, spending more and more funds on overheads; an economic over dependence on the oil sector means there is a lack (or epileptic supply of) raw materials and a declining education system means the quality of employable personnel is on a rapid decline.

  • How to wash your hair the right way

    How to wash your hair the right way

    You might do it nearly every day, but here’s something surprising: you might not really know how to wash your hair the right way. Using the correct techniques can make a world of difference in your hair’s health, bounce and shine, but if you’re making some common mistakes, you could be damaging your lovely locks without even realising it. Two of New York’s foremost hair pros, hair stylist Nunzio Saviano of Nunzio Saviano Salon, in New York and Kyle White, lead colourist at Oscar Blandi Salon, were asked to share their best tips for lathering up and doing it the right way.

    • Start with a rinse.

    Just like your laundry needs a rinse cycle before you add detergent, hair should be thoroughly wet before you add your shampoo. “Hot water will open the cuticle, which is good for removing any dirt or product trapped in the hair,” says White. Another bonus: “When your hair is rinsed in warm water, it loosens the oils through the scalp and opens the cuticle so it is able to absorb the oil in your conditioner,” says Saviano.

    • If you have long hair, condition first.

    Yes, really! “If you have hair beneath the shoulders, protect fragile ends from drying out and further damage by running a small amount of conditioner through them and lightly rinsing, before any shampooing. This will not only keep ends healthy, it will fill any holes in the cuticle with moisture, making it smoother and boosting shine,” says White.

    • Lather up but only at the scalp.

    “You only need to shampoo the hair at the scalp, particularly at the nape,” Saviano says.

    White agrees. “The best way to lather up is from roots to ends. The hair closest to the scalp is the youngest and will inevitably be the oiliest, while the end of the hair is the oldest and usually driest, most fragile part of the hair.” Don’t use more shampoo than you need; both Saviano and White say that a quarter-sized amount of shampoo is enough. If your hair is particularly long or thick, go ahead and double that.

    • Be gentle!

    Friction can permanently damage your hair’s cuticle, leading to breakage and frizz. Think about washing your hair like you hand wash your delicates  very carefully. “Start your lather at the roots,” says White. “Increase blood flow to the scalp and stimulate hair growth by using vertical strokes with medium pressure.” Don’t use circular motions, which can tangle your hair. Next, “Smooth the lather over the ends in a straight stroking motion,” White advises. “Do not scrub the fragile ends or use a back and forth motion like you’re washing a rag on a washboard.”

    • Don’t rinse and repeat.

    Despite what the instructions on the back of your shampoo bottle may say, there’s no need to wash your hair twice. “Avoid stripping the hair by doing one shampoo only, which is usually sufficient,” says White. “Unless the hair is extremely dirty and the first shampoo didn’t produce a lather,” in which case, go ahead and lather up one more time.

    • Add conditioner from the mid-lengths to the tips.

    After you’ve rinsed out your shampoo, “squeeze some of the water out of the hair before you put in the conditioner,” says Saviano. “Then clip your hair up and finish showering, leaving the conditioner rinse out for the final step of your shower.” The longer the conditioner stays on your hair, the better it absorbs. Don’t put conditioner at the roots of your hair; the natural oil from your scalp is more concentrated there.

    • Finish with a cold water rinse.

    “Cold water will shut the cuticle tight, sealing the shingle-like outer layer, which will cause it to reflect the most light and give off the most shine,” says White. How often you wash your hair depends on your hair type, too. If you have oily or fine hair, you may need to shampoo daily. Normal or dry hair can lather up closer to three times a week.

  • Let your hair shine

    Let your hair shine

    HAIR not only frames the face, but also appears to substantially transform it. Of all body features, nothing guarantees you that special outstanding look than a well-nourished and full hair. A popular saying has it that a woman’s hair is her glory.

    With the help of the right hairstylist and good hair products, you can move from looking ordinary to looking very beautiful.

    Last week at the popular Four Point by Sheraton Hotel, Oniru, Victoria Island, Brock Beauty Inc founded by Tymeka and Brock Lawrence officially launched their popularly hair vitamins supplement product- Hairfinity.

    The product contains a unique blend of vitamins, nutrients and exclusive capilsana complex.

    A new innovation in hair care, Hairfinity, which each ingredient was specifically chosen for its special role to help create an environment for healthy hair to thrive. It also promotes faster hair growth, increases hair elasticity, improves hair strength and more.

    It works from the inside out and gives the hair the nutrients it needs to look the healthiest.

    The Capilsana complex provides the hair with its naturally occurring building blocks through the strengthening amino acids in Hydrolyzed Collagen, sulfur-containing MSM for vitality and the hair boosting Horsetail with silica.

  • ‘Get back your hair easily’

    ‘Get back your hair easily’

    Are you having hair recession, burnt hair, or hair loss, among others and you desire hair restoration solutions that can give you back your natural look? You can get that done through an international company that has opened shop in Lagos-Vinci Hair Clinic.

    The hair clinic provides solutions in hair restoration, which include hair transplants, Micro Scalp Pigmentation (MSP), laser cap treatment, rich plasma therapy, Mesotherapy and other specialised services. The clinic also provides surgical and non surgical medical hair loss solutions for both men and women to help prevent further hair loss, to fill in thinning areas, such as the mama eko syndrome, and to cover up receding hairlines and balding crowns.

    Speaking on the clinic and its procedures, Ayo Otubanjo, CEO Vinci Hair Clinic Nigeria said: “Vinci Hair Clinic runs several hair restoration solutions that are tailored to the specific needs of clients. Our specialists are skilled in both surgical hair transplant procedures and non-surgical procedures like the Micro scalp pigmentation (MSP) which is a non-invasive treatment that doesn’t require any medication. Other treatments available are: Laser cap treatment, Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy, mesotherapy, as well as medication (Minoxidil and Finastride) and nutritional supplements.”

    He added: “In the past, Nigerians had to travel abroad to Western Europe, USA or Dubai which resulted in them spending up to three times the amount it costs to have it done back home.  With the expertise and experience of the Vinci Hair Clinic we can achieve the same result, and more importantly the after-care is available close to home. This was one of the factors that instigated the establishment of the clinic here in Nigeria; to give more people the opportunity to restore their hair whilst spending less. The presence of this state-of the-art clinic in Nigeria is certainly a step in the right direction for the Nigerian health sector bearing in mind medical tourism and FOREX.”

    Otubanjo said the clinic will operate with the international standard it is known for because, “If you are considering having a hair transplant procedure, it is essential to choose a clinic that has an excellent reputation for exactly the work you want to be carried out, whose practitioners are qualified and have a wealth of experience, and whose pre and after care instructions are insightful, helpful, and easy to follow. This is an important decision, and picking the wrong practitioner at the wrong clinic can make all the difference between the end result being a wonderful, confidence boosting head full of thick, healthy hair, and a huge disappointment which, in the end, costs more than you might ever have considered.”

    Have you lost so much hair, but still crave to have it bck, there is a solution as a Senior Nurse Technician, Vinci Hair Clinic Nigeria, Ms Blessing Patrick explained, “A wide range of treatments is available at the Lagos Clinic for the treatment or concealment of hair loss for both men and women. For those who want to do more than simply stop the hair loss, and would much rather get their hair back, a hair transplant is the only option that can do this for them. A Vinci Hair transplant is permanent and perfectly natural; you style and take care of the hair exactly as you would your own existing hair because that is actually what it is – your own hair. If you prefer a non-surgical solution – without any surgery, medication or maintenance – then the MSP can create the look of a closely shaved head of hair. “This technique places pigments under the scalp that look extremely natural and doesn’t require any maintenance.  The MSP works equally effectively for women with long hair – Vinci Hair Clinic is the pioneer and one of the world’s leading MSP specialists, offering groundbreaking baldness camouflage options for both men and women. A hair transplant is a surgical procedure that moves permanent hair from the back of the scalp to the balding or thinning area, where it will grow permanently. “