Oh, she has good hair!
You know who I’m talking about.
The beautiful brunette sitting in front of you at church on Sunday.
Or maybe it’s the redhead you passed in the grocery store.
Wait, maybe it’s the blonde at the car wash.
Every time she moves, it's like time slows down — her hair bounces just right, the shine hits at the perfect angle, and you catch yourself staring... wondering:
“Is that shine even real?”
You don’t know if it’s product, genetics, or sorcery — but what you do know is this: you want her hair.
And then it creeps in...
That whisper:
“She must have good hair.”
Well, let me stop you right there. Sis, let me tell you something loud and clear:
There’s no such thing as ‘good hair.’ Healthy hair IS good hair.
Take a breath, exhale, and say it with me:
“I can have healthy hair too.”
With the right care, consistency, diet, and professional guidance, you can absolutely reach your personal hair goals. Don’t believe me? Let’s look at the science.
What Healthy Hair Really Means
According to dermatologist Dr. Amy McMichael, a healthy head of hair is actually a reflection of your overall health.
"To a doctor, healthy hair is hair that's growing appropriately out of every follicle, not easily broken, and connected to a healthy scalp… it's bouncy, shiny, and manageable."
— Dr. Amy McMichael, MD
It Starts from the Inside Out
In my previous post, Top Oils for Healthy Hair, I talked about how premium, plant-based oils can help maintain moisture and prevent breakage. And while they’re amazing, healthy hair also depends heavily on your diet.
Here’s why:
Hair is made up of 90% protein — specifically amino acids. Your body makes 11 of the 20 amino acids needed for hair... but the other 9 must come from your daily diet.
Great sources include:
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Lean meats 🥩
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Eggs 🥚
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Legumes 🫘
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Fish 🍤
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Dairy 🥛
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Peanut butter 🥜
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Corn 🌽
7 Tried-and-True Tips for Healthy Hair
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Cut back on heat.
Limit hot tools, and always use a thermal protectant when you do. -
Get regular trims.
Every 8–12 weeks, depending on your growth cycle. -
Use toxic-free hair products.
Choose formulas designed for your specific hair porosity. -
Protect your hair at night.
Sleep with a silk or satin bonnet, scarf, or pillowcase to lock in moisture. -
Avoid tight protective styles.
Tension from braids, wigs, and weaves can cause breakage — especially at the edges. -
Deep condition monthly.
And use a conditioner that works with your porosity level. -
Thinking about color?
Leave it to a pro when you can. If you must DIY, do your research first.
Final Thoughts
Having healthy, head-turning hair is within your reach.
With a balanced diet, clean products, consistent care, and a little patience, you’ll go from “want her hair” to “she wants YOURS.”
You've got this.
—
~Mikee
Licensed Master Cosmetologist
Founder, Coco Kendyll
References
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Trost, L.B., Bergfeld, W.F. & Calogeras, E. (2006). The diagnosis and treatment of iron deficiency and its potential relationship to hair loss. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 54(5), 824–844.
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Haneke, E. & Baran, R. (2011). Micronutrients for Hair and Nails. Nutrition for Healthy Skin, 2, 149–163.
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Syed, Dr. Alin. (2015). The Science of Hair Care. Retrieved from http://www.dralinsyed.com/blog/2015/7/31/the-chemical-composition-of-hair
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