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Summary: BEST ADVISE EVER
Review: After washing and wrapping my hair and then going to bed letting my hair air dry for years, I finally found out why the next day proved to be a bad hair day for me. I have found information that is crucial and valuable in this book. I was even able to determine my hair type and let go of the myths of "black hair" "white hair". I have decided to let my hair grow out and I highly recommend this book and have shared it with my co-workers and friends. Thanks Andre.
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Summary: BEST ADVISE EVER
Review: After washing and wrapping my hair and then going to bed letting my hair air dry for years, I finally found out why the next day proved to be a bad hair day for me. I have found information that is crucial and valuable in this book. I was even able to determine my hair type and let go of the myths of "black hair" "white hair". I have decided to let my hair grow out and I highly recommend this book and have shared it with my co-workers and friends. Thanks Andre.
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Summary: Andre Talks Hair is a Must Read!
Review: Andre categorizes hair by type not ethnicity. Based on your hair type he gives detailed information on how to take care of your particular hair . He gives you the 411 on "lye" versus "no-lye" relaxers, great cuts, great color, and the curveballs. Andre's approach to hair care is down to earth and real. He obviously loves his work. Judging by his clients the man is good. This book was very informative and totaly inspiring. Read it and you'll see. 6 stars.
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Summary: A fun, LIGHT read
Review: I bought this book at a half-price book store and I am very content with my purchase. If I had bought it full price, I probably wouldn't have been as content. It's a very light beginner book that has some basic information in it, such as the different hair types, and fun commentary on each of them. However, the descriptions and "secret techniques" are somewhat embryonic. Take the "Growing Your Hair Long" section for example: Walker recommends that you get trims as necessary, and hide akward growth phases under clips and hats. ...No really, that's it. That's the "secret technique".In sum, while an amusing read, this book is not a hair bible. I would not recommend it to those who are looking for guidance on ... well, just about any hair questions. Great for Oprah fans, and those who cannot get enough of expert books on hair.
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Summary: Andre Talks Hair!
Review: I found this book very entertaining and it covered a broad base of topics, including hair cutting, colouring, and the different types of hair. However, if you're looking for more in-depth information this book will just be an introduction to different topics.
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Summary: Very disappointing
Review: I have always admired Oprah's hair,so when I found a book written by her stylist I thought my haircare problems had been answered.Unfortunately this book is just full of Andre's personal thoughts and experiences rather than giving useful advice about hair.
As a woman of afro-carribean origin,I found the book focused on all types of hair which doesn't exactly help me out.Yes,he highlights the importance of conditioning hair, and the damaging effects of no-lye relaxers-which has prompted to change to a lye one.
His hair classification system of 4 basic types of hair is useful,but overall I have to give this book the thumbs down!
I have ordered books by Shamboosie & Lisa Akbari and I'm praying for a far better result.
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Summary: This book opened my eyes!!
Review: I loved this book!! It really helped me learn about my kinky/african american hair type and it helped me to learn about other hair types and to see that no matter what type of hair you have it can be beautiful as long as it's healthy and you take care of it. I also like how he did not lump all races together - that was very refreshing. The only thing that disturbed me was that it said black hair can't get long, but other than that it was a great book. Thank you for this book Andre!
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Summary: Book filled with things you've probably heard before......
Review: I read this book hoping that I would be able to benefit from some professional insight on my hair. I wasn't too happy with what I got out of this book.....a lot of his ideas stem from things we've all probably read in Essence or Ebony or Cosmopolitan or Vogue at some point in time before (Come on now....we've ALL read that we should avoid heat and chemicals....but there aren't any practical alternatives in this book). It's a good book to have if you want to know some basics, but if you're looking to find out how to solve some of the more pressing problems with your hair (breakage, how to relax and color simultaneously, styling tips), you may want to look elsewhere.
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Summary: Very disappointing
Review: If you have purchased any of the more current books on black hair care, then I think you should buy Mr. Walker's book. He began the classification of the 4 hair types that some many other authors are referring to (i.e. kinky, 4b hair or coarsly curly 3c type, etc). I think this is a good book to purchase if you have begun a library on black hair care. Keep in mind it was written in 1997 and I think it would be great if Mr. Walker updated this book w/ a 2003 edition.
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Summary: non-commercial approach to hair care
Review: If you really want the insanity to stop about hair care, read this book. Andre cuts to the chase. He separates the hype from the truth. Hair care isn't costly or complicated, nor is finding a sane way to love the hair you have. Once you understand your hair type, you are on your way to making the most of your own natural beauty. Andre doesn't stop there. He tells you how every step of the way.
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