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Plant-Based UV Protection

Meaning ❉ Plant-Based UV Protection refers to the thoughtful application of botanical extracts and oils, rich in natural compounds like polyphenols and carotenoids, designed to shield delicate textured hair from solar radiation. For Black and mixed hair, often prone to moisture loss and color shift under sun exposure, this external care supports the hair’s intrinsic vitality and pigment stability. Understanding these protective botanicals enables a systematic integration into one’s hair care rhythm, establishing a reliable defense mechanism akin to an automatic guard. Applying products with ingredients such as red raspberry seed oil, carrot seed oil, or green tea extract before sun exposure becomes a foundational practice, safeguarding protein structures and supporting length retention, thereby honoring the hair’s natural resilience.

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Ethnobotanical Photoprotection

Meaning ❉ Ethnobotanical Photoprotection involves safeguarding textured hair and scalp from sun damage using plant-derived compounds, a practice rooted in ancestral wisdom.
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Natural UV Filters

Meaning ❉ Natural UV Filters are earth-derived substances offering protection from solar radiation, deeply rooted in textured hair heritage and ancestral care.
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