Fierce Short Hair Styles for Sistas

Put Some Color in That Head!

I went through one of those phases where I cut my hair short, loved it and then got bored with it. Why? Not because I hated the style, but because there was no pop in it. A new color adds some spice to an unconventional do and can also bring out your God-given features. Whether you want that attention is up to you. But consult with your stylist if you’re option is for permanent color, as it usually contains ammonia and peroxide that can make your hair very dry. Which is a negative since the harsh Winter months make your hair dry enough. If you decide to go ahead with it anyway, make sure you keep your hair fully moisturized. Not necessarily by greasing your scalp, but by conditioning your hair, trying hot oil treatments or just keeping your hair wrapped and covered at night, away from cotton pillows that dry hair or can pull at your hair. But there are many options for color:

*Rinses are healthier for your hair at this time of the year, but they do more coating then penetrating strands

*Get a hair cut beforehand to get rid of split ends that can make color treatments appear uneven

*Semi-permanents and rinses are good for women opting for color after relaxers

*Demi-permanent (yes this is real), is a permanent wash, doable at home and can last up to eight washes

*If you want permanent color, but are worried, look for permanent colors that don’t have ammonia and peroxide