Have you recently undergone the Big Chop? Are you in the middle of growing out your hair after years of relaxers and thermal procedures? Have you already gone natural but you want to increase the length of your curls? If any of these apply to you, this is the post you have been looking for. Growing out your curls is one of the most popular issues and concerns for most curly girls. Fortunately, there are tried and true ways to grow out your curls in a healthy way giving you the results you’ve only dreamed about. Check out these simple tips and get ready to show off your gorgeous spirals, ringlets, waves and curls.

1. Invest in Quality Products

Great hair cannot happen when you’re using alcohol-laden hair care products. Curly hair needs tons of moisture which means you will want to use shampoos, conditioners, styling products and treatments infused with hydrating ingredients. Sulfate-free shampoos and moisturizing shampoos are a must-have as they cleanses hair without stripping its natural oils. Stay away from shampoo/conditioner hybrids as these products tend to be very drying and their formulas are primarily shampoo based with very little conditioning agents leaving hair stiff, brittle and damaged. When searching for good conditioners opt for products with natural ingredients such as; olive oil, mango oil, shea butter, keratin proteins and vitamins A,C and E. Styling aids are another area where curly girls need to invest in quality products. Stick to lightweight gels, pomades and creams that infuse hair with moisture while adding shine and definition.

2. Limit Your Trims to Once or Twice a Year

The age old myth of trimming your hair every six weeks is just that, a myth. In reality, routine trims like the ones spouted by countless stylists and hair experts is for those with damaged hair from such processes as relaxers, perms, coloring and thermal procedures. If you have natural, unprocessed curls, your hair will not need to be trimmed every six weeks. Matter of fact, you can get away with once or twice a year trims depending on the health, condition and desired length you seek. Trimming your healthy hair every six weeks will certainly limit your growth as you are constantly trimming away the length leaving you in a never-ending cycle. For those of you in the process of growing out your curls after transitioning from relaxed hair to curly hair, you may find that frequent trimmings in the beginning of your journey are needed to remove the damaged ends that are currently growing out. Just remember that once you have finished growing out the last of the relaxed hair. your need for routine trims will diminish.

3. Purchase Hair Supplements

No matter how you slice it, we often do not get enough nutrients and vitamins from the food that we eat on a daily basis which means our bodies are oftentimes deficient in several vitamins, amino acids and other nutritional necessities needed to grow strong healthy hair. In order to offset this situation, it is highly recommended that you take hair supplements on a daily basis to help fuel your hair growth in a natural and healthy way. A few of the best hair supplements on the market are:

• Biotin – This water soluble supplement is water soluble and is a B-Vitamin which can be found in foods such as; nuts, carrots, eggs, fish, poultry and mushrooms. This hair-strengthening and lengthening supplement creates strong, healthy hair after a month and is known to greatly enhance your natural hair growth cycle. There are countless versions on the market. It’s always advised to start off with a lower dosage and then work your way to a higher dosage if needed.
• Pre-Natal Vitamins – You don’t have to be pregnant or planning a pregnancy to reap the benefits of these amazing supplements. Packed with antioxidants such as; Vitamins C and E, Calcium, Zinc, Folic Acid, Biotin and Iron are in abundance within pre-natal vitamins as these are a few of the most important nutrients that a mother-to-be needs to consume before and during pregnancy. One of the benefits of using a pre-natal vitamin is healthy, shiny hair.

 4. Heat-Free Hair 

Even though you may love seeing your curls blown out straight and smoothed down with a flat iron, you will want to limit the amount of heat you apply to your hair as frequent heat can weaken and damage the hair causing it to break off. Many times, we are using too much heat at temperatures that are literally frying and cooking our delicate strands. If you want to change up your look, there are several heat-free methods as well as lower heat options including roller sets and air-drying that will give you the straightened tresses you desire without all of the heat damage. Another reason to limit the heat is the damage that is done to your scalp. Many times the flat iron or blow-dryer comes in contact with our delicate scalps leaving welts, burns and scabs which are major components to losing one’s hair as well as extreme breakage.

These are just a few tips on growing your hair. There are countless others but we wanted to give you some basic steps to get you moving in the right the direction. Remember to take great care of your hair. It belongs to you and deserves to be at its best. With some much needed TLC and proper nutrition, you can definitely see the results you desire! Good Luck!

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Happy Friday!!!! Keep your amazing posts coming, we want to know all about the Mixed Chicks that you find inspirational!! Whether it’d be a family member, teacher, TV personality, or a celebrity, post your story and a picture of a mixed race person you admire. You can post your pics and stories on Facebook and via social media outlets including Twitter and Instagram – just be sure to tag them with #mixedchickshistorymonth so we can check them out. One winner will be chosen weekly. Each winner will receive a gift sent personally from the creators of Mixed Chicks, Wendi and Kim.

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Today’s mixed chick of distinction is inspired by American Idol. (They picked a new winner last night – Candice Glover!!!). Jordin Sparks is our Mixed Chick of the Day. She won the title in 2007 during the show’s sixth season at the tender age of 17. Born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, her father, former NFL great Phillippi Sparks is African American and her mother Jodi is white. She has since gone on to launch two successful albums, star in several Broadway shows and made her film debut in Sparkle with the late Whitney Houston. She also made her foray into the world of beauty with the creation of two very successful perfumes. She is currently working on her third album and is happily in love with her long-term boyfriend fellow singer Jason Derulo. We love how poised, professional and humble Jordin is and wish her great success throughout her career. She is a Mixed Chick on the move!!!

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In honor of May being Mixed Chicks History Month, we want to know about the Mixed Chick that has inspired you! Whether it’d be a family member, teacher, TV personality, or a celebrity, post your story and a picture of a mixed race person you admire. You can post your pics and stories on Facebook and via social media outlets including Twitter and Instagram. One winner will be chosen weekly and will receive a gift sent personally from the creators of Mixed Chicks, Wendi and Kim.

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Today’s mixed chick of distinction is Malia Jones. Known for her stunning beauty and her amazing skills handling a surfboard, the California born and Hawaii bred surfer/model is an inspiration to female athletes around the world. Malia’s heritage includes Hawaiian, Spanish-Filipino, German and English. She made her debut on the world surf stage at the tender age of 15 when she won the U.S. Amateur Surfing Competition. Soon after she won, she was approached by Surfing Magazine to model for their swimsuit issue which was the beginning of her successful modeling career. Over the years, Malia has posed for countless magazines and even has the honor of being voted as one of People Magazine’s 50 Most Beautiful People. Because of her surfing experience, she was tapped as a consultant for Disney’s Lilo & Stitch – an animated film set in Hawaii about the surf culture. She is currently the mother of three children and helps design a swimwear line for a indie swimwear label. We think Malia Jones rocks and she is our Mixed Chick of the Day!

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When it comes to hair, we know a thing or two about how to create gorgeous curls. What we don’t know is how well our amazing collection works on your curls, coils and waves. Wendi and Kim, the creators of Mixed Chicks want to see your Mixed Chicks curls in action! Post your pics on our Facebook page or via social media platforms such as; Twitter and Instagram and show off your favorite ways to rock Mixed Chicks!!! We also want to see how you rock Mixed Chicks Kids collection too!

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Okay Curly Girls and Curly Girl Supporters!!! We are so excited to announce the first winner of our Mixed Chicks History Month Sweepstakes – Christopher James! He posted a truly inspirational post about his mother and how her love and support influenced the woman he chose to be the mother of his child. We love wonderful posts like this!

We are also announcing the winner of the Mixed Chicks Mother’s Day Giveaway – Kari Joseph. She uploaded a very touching post about the two important mothers in her life – her own mother and her mother in law. Congratulations!

The winner of our May Mixed Chicks History Month Sweepstakes will receive a special gift from Wendi and Kim, the creators of Mixed Chicks. The winner of the Mixed Chicks Mother’s Day Giveaway will win a $75 gift certificate for Mixed Up Clothing. Be sure to follow us on Twitter @mixedchicks or Instagram @mixedchickshair or Pinterest @mixedchickshair for daily giveaway announcements and information.

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In honor of May being Mixed Chicks History Month, we want to know about the Mixed Chick that has inspired you! Whether it’d be a family member, teacher, TV personality, or a celebrity, post your story and a picture of a mixed race person you admire. You can post your pics and stories on Facebook and via social media outlets including Twitter and Instagram. One winner will be chosen weekly and will receive a gift sent personally from the creators of Mixed Chicks, Wendi and Kim.

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Today’s mixed chick of distinction is Erika Harold. Erika had the honor of being crowned Miss America in 2003. Born and raised in Urbana, Illinois, she grew up the product of two multiracial parents. Her father is Greek, German and Welsh and her mother is Native American, African American and Russian. During her tenure as Miss America, she raised awareness about bullying in schools and made it her mission to help stop the senseless acts of racial and sexual harassment. After completing her reign as Miss America, Erika went on to graduate from Harvard Law School and practiced law at a high profile law firm in Chicago. Currently, she is leaning towards the world of politics as she seeks out opportunities to represent in public office in Illinois. We are proud to consider Erika our Mixed Chick of the Day.

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Look who’s in the May 2013 Big Beauty issue of Marie Claire! Mixed Chicks was featured as one of the must-have products of Kendall Lake, a 27 year-old singer from Los Angeles. She uses our products on her natural hair and on her weaves and extensions which is an excellent way to maximize the overall texture and appearance of your extensions, pieces and weaves.

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If you haven’t entered yet, now is the time to do it! It’s super easy, just post a pic and a few words about the Mixed Chick that inspires you and you could win! Every week, we will pick a new winner and that person could be you!

In honor of May being Mixed Chicks History Month, we want to know about the Mixed Chick that has inspired you! Whether it’d be a family member, teacher, TV personality, or a celebrity, post your story and a picture of a mixed race person you admire. You can post your pics and stories on Facebook and via social media outlets including Twitter and Instagram. One winner will be chosen weekly and will receive a gift sent personally from the creators of Mixed Chicks, Wendi and Kim.

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Today’s mixed chick of distinction is Adriana Lima. Known for being a Victoria’s Secret angel and for her exotic features, Lima is a testament to the unique beauty that exists within the mixed race community. Born in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil, this multiracial beauty is a mix of Swiss, African, Native American, Portuguese and Japanese heritage. Along with her modeling gigs, she was also the spokeswoman for Maybelline Cosmetics. She continues to dominate ad campaigns with her smoldering beauty and is sure to be considered one of the world’s most beautiful women for years to come!

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We love when you review our products and blog about it!!! Check out this amazing review of our kids collection from My Style Daily, an amazing blog curated by Alea Sherrill. You can check out her blog at MyStyleDaily and follow her on Twitter @MyStyleDaily! Thanks Alea for the wonderful review!

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We can’t believe the first week of May is already over! Stay tuned as we will be announcing the first winner of our Mixed Chicks History Month Giveaway shortly! If you haven’t entered yet, now is the time to do it. Every week, we will pick a new winner and that person could be you!

In honor of May being Mixed Chicks History Month, we want to know about the Mixed Chick that has inspired you! Whether it’d be a family member, teacher, TV personality, or a celebrity, post your story and a picture of a mixed race person you admire. You can post your pics and stories on Facebook and via social media outlets including Twitter and Instagram. One winner will be chosen weekly and will receive a gift sent personally from the creators of Mixed Chicks, Wendi and Kim.

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Today’s mixed chick of distinction is for all of our Creole Mixed Chicks!! Beyonce Knowles is one of the world’s biggest superstars! She hails from Houston, Texas. She is half Creole on her mother’s side and half African American pn her father’s side. Creoles are a mixture of African American, French, Spanish and Native American. She has countless number one hits under her belt and more on the way. She has won several Grammy’s, Billboard Music Awards and American Music Awards. She has toured the world several times over and has embarked on her most recent world tour aptly titled Mrs. Carter. She is also an accomplished actress, fashion designer and a philanthropist. She recently became the new mother to a beautiful little girl named Blue Ivy with husband Jay Z. She is always on the cutting edge of pop culture and lives to keep people guessing as to what her next move will be. Her future is bright and we love to watch her shine!

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