Hair Rules!: The Ultimate Hair-Care Guide for Women with Kinky, Curly, or Wavy Hair

by Anthony Dickey

Book Overview

Kinky, curly, or wavy hair isn't "problem" hair--it's just hair with a different set of rules! For too long, hairstylists and hair-care companies have ignored the needs of women with kinky, curly, or... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0375761306
• ISBN13: 9780375761300
• Release Date: May 2003
• Publisher: Villard Books
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.4" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

Finally! Truly good advice for kinky-haired girls!

I have spent years trying to find good, solid, usable advice from a knowledgeable expert. I followed the advice I found in magazines, advice from stylists who only knew how to handle relaxed hair (and who handled it terribly at that), and anecdotal advice from friends and relatives. As soon as I started reading "Hair Rules!", I felt like the author was speaking directly to me! This book instantly became my hair bible, and I refer to it frequently to keep up my hair care regimen. Following A. Dickey's advice, my hair is healthy and strong with a nice luster. If you have Afro-textured hair that you're trying to grow long and strong, following the advice in this book will definitely help to get you there!

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU

Believe me when I tell you that this is a good book and a must have for the kinky, curly, wavy haired girls. It is written in plain English so you don't have to be knowledgeable about or licensed in hair or hair care in order to benefit from it. I read the first 52 pages in one sitting and wanted to keep reading. Mr. Dickey did a great job explaining about our hair. He also talks about relaxers and what they do to the hair. He encourages women to embrace and care for their unique textures. I like how he simultaneously entertains and educates in this book. I learned a few tips/tricks of the trade. [...] But for once a stylist is NOT afraid to give out secrets of the industry. Dickey recognizes and talks about the beauty of kinky, curly, and wavy hair. At one point he even wrote that his colleagues would do well to recognize the beauty of our texture as well. Finally a book that is written by a stylist who will tell you, GIRL LEAVE THAT RELAXER ALONE and let me beautify your kinks and curls. I give his book a big fat 5 stars. Free your MIND and your hair will follow!!

I recommend this book highly!

I'm black too and I love this book! I still refer to it regularly. As I have been growing out my hair from its very short natural, I have found this book to be invaluble in helping me to condition and maintain my new curls. While it's possible that this book may help black women more so than others, I have had numerous conversations with my caucasian friends of wavy/curly hair and have found that our issues/solutions have been very similar. So overall I do think this book can be useful to all. I also look forward to exploring the other books mentioned by the other reviewers.

Hair Issues Untangled

This brief, simple book provides an excellent practical guide to pampering African-American hair, or any ethnic hair that glories in its curls. I found that the suggestions about daily rinsing, generous use of conditioners, and nightly braiding have helped my hair looks glossy, curly, fresh, and happy. Use of all-natural products from Carol's Daughter also makes a world of difference.

Essential for healthy hair

The best hair care book I've come across yet! This book is comprehensive but simplistic. It is the first book I've seen that teaches me, as a black woman, how to take care of my curly/frizzy hair. He includes hair grooming for natural hair styles. There's also an incredibly helpful section that teaches you how to shop for products and how to use them, no matter if you wear natural or relaxed styles. He also gives guidance on the "taboo" subjects of wigs, weaves, and hairpieces. He doesn't push any products--unlike other books--and his only interest is in sharing his wealth of knowledge. I love this book!