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Dreadlocks are actually knitted/matted hairs.

Brutal dreadlocks

Dreadlocks are actually knitted/matted hairs.

This can happen spontaneously as a result of not combing the hair which is long enough to knit – in this form the dreadlocks have probably existed since the Neanderthals and Cro-Magnons walked the earth more than 35000 years ago, till today. 

The dreadlocks can also be made purposely by knitting the hairs together with various tools.

Sometimes, only a preparation like wax or butter mixed with ochre and herbs is used, but it only works with very curly African hairs.

When the latter practice started no one can actually say. Presence of people with dreadlocks throughout the past is evident on all the continents and among many uncivilized communities inhabiting the globe, but also among various civilizations, past and present.

Many sources claim that the first written mention of dreadlocks comes from the Veda scriptures of India (the earliest piece is almost 4 thousand years old).

 

Ancient Egypt is also one of the earliest known societies to wear locks. There have been many artifacts such as statues and locked wigs; and even mummified bodies of pharaohs with locked hair have been discovered in recent years. The Egyptians saw appearance as an indication of social status and believed that dreadlocks made them appear more powerful.

Ancient Asian emperors wore them. 

Writings about dreadlocks can even be found in the Christian Bible.
Different forms of dreadlocks have always been present among many tribes on the African continent. More recently, the Mau Mau tribe wore dreadlocks to intimidate the colonizers of Kenya in East Africa.

The aborigines of Australia, indigenous people of the South/North American continents, the various pagan tribes of Europe, Germanic tribes, the Celts, the barbaric tribes on Balkan...

The colonization was started in Europe by Romans and was continued by Christians and various kingdoms which in the end evolved to national states, following the suppression of the pagan tribes of Europe, and the destruction/erasing of their cultures. Afterwards the same plague spread out on all other continents.

For many of the colonized cultures, the dreadlocks (often accompanied with tattoos, body paintings, piercing (and many other forms or ornamentations and jewelry)) had symbolic value. Since the beginning of the colonization, they were considered obnoxious and savage by Christians, and had to be eradicated as a part their non-Christian identity.

The same principle was used on slaves kidnapped from Africa and brought to America and Europe. 

The presence of this kind of mentality is still evident, especially among Christian/Muslim/Jewish and other conservative communities, and upper class or yuppie scum - and especially among the police around the globe.

That is probably the reason why the dreadlocks are not rarely accepted as a symbolic element of various subcultures and movements round the globe of which some were explicitly countercultural or political, or were just flirting with this sort of ideas.

In the late 70s and 80s, with commercialization and popularization of reggae music by figures like Bob Marley and Eddie Grant, among others, the dreadlocks became popular among the followers and present in pop culture.

This popularization also brought with it a lot of misconceptions like: the dreadlocks are only for black people, all the people with dreadlocks smoke and deal marihuana, the dreadlocks are the symbol of BlackPride racism... and so on, and so on...

Nowdays the dreadlocks are popular among different subcultures and movements. The punks, crustys, goths, hippies, trancers, travelers, squatters, primitivists, rastafarians... have worn them very often,

 and traditionally the dreadlocks are still worn by Sadhus ("holy men") in India, the Somali, the Galla, the Maasai, the Mau Mau, the Kau, the Ashanti, the Fulani, the Aborigines, the New-Guineans... 

The term Dreadlocks originates from Jamaica in the 1950s as a derogatory term - the "Young Black Faith", an early sect of the Rastafari which began among the marginalized poor of Jamaica in the 1930s, ceased to copy the particular hair style of HaileSelassie I of Ethiopia and began to wear locks instead. It was said that they looked 'dreadful' with their locks, which gave birth to the modern name "dreadlocks". 

Different theories exist about the origin of dreadlocks on Jamaica. Some sources trace them back to Indians who arrived to Jamaica to work as indentured laborers in the late 19th century. Others believe the first Rasta dreadlocks were derived from the "dreaded locks" of the Mau Mau, largely Kikuyu protonationalist, insurgency against British colonialism in 1940s Kenya.

Anyhow, the term is coined and is embraced around the globe. After all the dreadlocks still look dreadful to all the conservative people.

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WASH AND CONDITION IT

If you're like most people, you put your hair through some sort of regimen every day. You wash and condition it, then brush and dry it, maybe even put in some product, and tie it up in a clip or band. But what would happen to your hair if you just left it alone? What are we really doing to our hair when we put it through our daily grooming rituals?
If left to its own devices, human hair tends to form knots, tangles and eventually large matted sections. Anyone who's tried to run a brush through a child's hair that hasn't been combed for a few days can tell you how tangled it will become in just a short amount of time. And if you let that child's hair keep growing without ever brushing or combing it -- even if you washed it occasionally -- chances are it would start to resemble one of the world's most misunderstood hairstyles: dreadlocks.
But don't let the reputation that's often associated with dreadlocks fool you. While they certainly can be caused by sheer hair neglect, that doesn't mean they're necessarily dirtier or messier than other hairstyles. Most people who wear dreadlocks, in fact, achieve the look through careful styling and maintenance, by building the locks strand by strand on their own, or with the help of a professional "loctician."
While dreadlocks became popular in the Western world through the rise of the Rastafari movement in Jamaica in the 1960s, and the spread of both the philosophy and the hairstyle through reggae musicians like Bob Marley, intentionally wearing hair in long matted strands actually dates back much earlier in human history. To find out how thin strands of hair can permanently join up into thick, matted locks, continue to the next page.

Top Tips For Healthy And Young Looking Skin

Skin experts say that the best way to keep your skin healthy and looking young is to protect it from the sun and not smoke: and after that, taking care with how you wash, moisturize your skin and shave also help.
According to a British Association of Dermatologists survey carried out last year, many Britons are unaware that sun protection can keep the skin looking younger, believing instead that applying a daily moisturizer, eating a healthy diet, drinking plenty of water and having facial massages will suffice.
The Sun Awareness campaign officer at the Association, Maria Tabou, told the press at the time that such measures will have "nowhere near the anti-ageing impact of sun protection".
Not only does exposure to UV increase a person's risk of skin cancer, it also affects the elastin in the skin, which leads to wrinkles and sun-induced skin ageing such as leatheriness and blotchy pigmentation. Featured below are 5 tips for healthy skin

Tip #1 for healthy skin: Sun protection

Ensure you protect your skin from the sun to maintain healthy skin

According to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, USA, a non-profit organization with an international reputation, most of the changes seen in ageing skin are actually "caused by a lifetime of sun exposure".
To protect yourself from the sun, they advise the following three methods (with maximum protection coming from using all three).

1. Avoid the sun during high intensity hours: the sun's rays do the most damage between 10 am and 4 pm, so limit the time you spend outside during this period.
2. Wear protective clothing: wear long sleeved shirts, long trousers or pants and a hat with a wide brim. Remember that tight woven fabric (eg denim) offers better protection than loosely woven fabrics like knits.
3. Use sunscreen: go for a broad spectrum sunscreen with an SPF (sun protection factor) higher than 15 and apply generously about 20 minutes before you go out and then every two hours. You will need to apply more frequently if you go in the water or sweat a lot.

Tip #2 for healthy skin: Don't smoke (and watch the alcohol)

Research shows that smoking alone ages skin. In a study published in the Archives of Dermatology in 2007, researchers at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbour, in the US, described how they examined the upper inner arms of smokers and non-smokers aged from 22 to 91 and found that after taking into account age and other variables, the number of packs of cigarettes that the smokers smoked per day was significantly linked to skin ageing. They looked at the skin on the upper inner arms to minimize the influence of sun exposure.
Indy Rihal from the British Skin Foundation told NHS Choices that smoking reduces the skin's natural elasticity by promoting the breakdown of collagen and also reducing the amount that is produced.
Collagen, a protein that helps skin strength, gradually degrades with age, leading to wrinkles. Smoking causes this to happen sooner and also causes the tiny blood vessels in the skin to tighten, which reduces the amount of oxygen and nutrients that the skin cells receive, which also reduces elasticity and accelerates ageing.
The Mayo Clinic also suggest that exposure to heat from burning cigarettes damages facial skin and that certain smoking behaviours contribute to wrinkles, because of the repetitive facial expressions that smokers make, such as pursing the lips on inhaling and squinting their eyes to keep the smoke out.
Drinking alcohol can make your body and skin dehydrated, leaving the skin looking old and tired. So if you are drinking alcohol drink plenty of water and stick to sensible amounts. Have a non-alcoholic drink like soda water or watery fruit juice in between the alcoholic ones to help your body rehydrate.

Tip #3 for healthy skin: Clean your skin regularly and apply moisturizer

A British Skin Foundation survey published in January 2008 found that an astonishing 50 per cent of people who wear make up in the UK are damaging their skin by not removing make up before they go to bed.
The reasons for not cleansing the skin of make up before going to bed were also revealing in that most people were too tired to take it off, suggesting they were not getting good quality sleep which also affects skin health. A significant proportion also said they had had too much to drink or simply couldn't be bothered.
Cleansing is an important part of skin care because it removes dirt and bacteria; and the key is to do it gently.
Use warm rather than hot water and limit the time you spend in the bath or shower to 15 minutes or less as too much time in hot water strips oils from your skin.

Moisturizing protects the skin from drying and acts as a protective layer for the skin

Also, use mild rather than strong soaps and avoid irritating additives such as perfumes and dyes, especially if you have sensitive skin.
When removing make up take care with the delicate skin around the eyes, and if you use waterproof make up you may need an oil-based product to make sure you get it all off.
When you have finished try to pat your skin dry so some moisture stays on it.
Moisturizing is important because it protects the skin from the weather and from drying up and looking dull. It helps your skin maintain its natural moisture levels too, say the Mayo Clinic experts, because it seals in the water already in the skin or slowly release water into the skin.
You may be surprised to know that according to the British Skin Foundation the price of a moisturizer is not a measure of how good it is: cheaper ones can be just as effective.
If you have dry skin avoid alcohol-based products and if you have oily skin avoid oil-based products (use water-based instead).
Some people with oily skin don't need moisturizer: if your skin feels tight 20 minutes after bathing, then you probably do.

Tip #4 for healthy skin: Get enough quality sleep

Focus on quality sleep to keep your skin looking young and healthy

Sleep is essential for healthy skin. Not enough quality sleep will make your skin look tired and older, especially with bags under your eyes. Poor quality sleep can become a vicious cycle because lack of sleep makes you irritable, anxious and depressed, and that makes it harder to get good sleep.
Make sure you have plenty of physical exercise as this reduces stress and creates a healthy tiredness that helps sleep. Yoga and swimming are also good ways to improve sleep.
Aerobic exercise increases the oxygen circulating in your body which helps the skin stay vibrant and healthy.

Here are some more tips for getting a good night's sleep

• Try to keep to a regular routine at bedtime.
• Have a warm bath to relax you.
• Learn how to put aside the "worry list" that is in your head: write it down, keep a pencil and pad of paper by your bed.
• Get a relaxation tape: don't watch TV late at night or in bed as this can stimulate rather than relax you.
• Avoid eating a heavy meal late at night. Try to eat your last food for the day 2 to 3 hours before bedtime.
• Drink plenty of water during the day rather than toward bedtime.
• If you wake in the night get up and do something distracting until you are sleepy again rather than toss and turn and worry in bed.
• Keep your bedroom cool, dark and quiet. It should be a haven of peace and not a den of noise and stimulation.
• Keep an eye mask and ear plugs handy.
• Avoid stimulants like caffeine and nicotine in the evenings: drink camomile tea rather than cocoa to induce sleep at bedtime (but not too much or you will be up in the night for the toilet).

Tip #5 for healthy skin: Shave with care

People shave to make their skin smooth and hairless, but this can irritate the skin, especially if it is thin, dry and sensitive.
For a smooth shave the Mayo Clinic experts advise that you shave after a warm bath or shower (or press a warm wet cloth on your skin) to soften the hair, don't shave dry skin, use a clean, sharp razor, and shave in the direction of hair growth.
Make sure you rinse well afterwards with warm water to remove soap and dead cells.
If your skin is irritated after shaving don't use an alcohol based lotion even if it feels cool, it will make the irritation worse because it dries the skin out.

What Are The Treatments For Pimples? How Can I Treat My Pimples?

Pimples (acne, zits, spots) affect the skin of the majority of teenagers and a significant number of adults. Some individuals are lucky and have occasional breakouts, while others may experience ongoing (chronic) problems. The presence of pimples on the skin, especially the face, may cause anxiety and/or embarrassment.

Treating pimples promptly can also help overcome its emotional and psychological effects. Although pimples are not in themselves bad for overall health, living with them, especially if they are persistent and become a long-term problem can be as devastating emotionally as living with a chronic disease.

Studies have shown that people with regular breakouts of pimples are more likely to develop depression.

Experts say that acne should be treated promptly, especially if the individual is prone to getting pimples.

Self-help pimple treatments

• Diet - researchers from New York University reported in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics that a diet high in dairy products and high glycemic index foods increases the risk of developing pimples.
  
  The scientists also suggest that using MNT (medical nutrition therapy) may help reduce the number and severity of acne outbreaks.


• Washing your face about twice each day - not more often. Make sure you have a mild soap. Use warm water. Wash gently; do not scrub the skin. Experts advise the use of an OTC lotion which contains benzoyl peroxide.


• Do not pop (burst) the pimple - there is a risk you may push the infection further down, causing more serious blockage and worse swelling and redness. Popping pimples also increases the risk of scarring.


• If you need to get rid of it - if you have an important event, such as a public-speaking engagement or a wedding and it is important to get rid of a sightly pimple, get a specialist to treat it for you.


• Touching your face - even though this may require some willpower, try to refrain from touching your face with your hands. If you are using a telephone, do not let receiver touch the skin of your face - it may have skin residue or sebum on it. Before touching your face make sure you always wash your hands with soap.


• Hand hygiene - keep your hands and nails as clean as you can by washing them regularly with soap. Keep your nails short.


• Glasses (spectacles) - glasses collect sebum and skin residue; clean them regularly.


• Loose clothing - if the pimples are on parts of your body covered by clothing, such as your back, shoulders or chest, wear loose clothing. Whenever possible, avoid wearing headbands, caps and scarves - if you have to wear them, wash them regularly. In short - allow your skin to breathe.


• Make up - make sure you have taken all your make up off when you go to sleep. Only use makeup that is nonceomedogenic or nonacnegenic - you should be able to read this on the label.


• Hair - sebum and skin collects in hair. Keep your hair clean. Try to keep your hair away from your face.


• Sun exposure - overexposure to sunlight may sometimes result in the production of more sebum. Some medications used by people with acne may make your skin more prone to sunburn.


• Shaving your face - be careful when you shave. Either use safety razors (make sure blade is sharp) or an electric shaver. Before shaving, soften the skin with warm, soapy water before applying the shaving cream - the skin is softer straight after a warm shower.

Beauty Tips for Wrinkle and Anti Wrinkles – Tomatoes

Beauty Tips for Wrinkle and Anti Wrinkles – Tomatoes

Wrinkles generally are due to age, Stress, dry skin and so on. You should always keep the areas around the eyes mouth and nose well cared for and moisturized. Add green vegetables in your diet is one of the effective methods, especially tomatoes which is good food for the skin.

Tomatoes are among the best foods to consume in case your goal is to accomplish a wrinkle-free skin. They include several fascinating properties which make them outstanding at stopping and decreasing wrinkles as well as fine lines. Their noticeably quality is they include lycopene which could neutralize the actual harmful results of Ultra Violet rays through scavenging skin-damaging free radicals. For our skin, eat tomatoes now.