Crown in the Mirror

She parted her hair slowly, fingers gentle and deliberate. Healthy hair practices, including low-tension styling and scalp care, support hair retention and reduce breakage, especially in textured hair types (Lawrence et al. 402).

Scalp massage has also been shown to increase blood flow, which may contribute to improved hair thickness over time (Koyama et al. 80). She looked at her reflection and nodded. Beauty was not rushed. It was cultivated through care, patience, and respect for what already grew from her.

Works Cited (MLA)
Koyama, Taro, et al. “Effect of Scalp Massage on Stress Hormones, Blood Flow, and Hair Thickness.” Eplasty, vol. 16, 2016, pp. 77–84.
Lawrence, Susan A., et al. “Hair Care Practices and Their Association with Scalp and Hair Disorders in Women of African Descent.” Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, vol. 72, no. 3, 2015, pp. 399–406.