Growing Natural Hair: Myths, Mistakes & What Actually Works
If you’ve ever heard someone say “coily hair doesn’t grow”, let’s shut that down right now. Textured hair grows just like any other hair type - but it requires a unique kind of care to retain that growth and keep it flourishing.
5 Reasons Why I’m Obsessed With Twists As a Protective Style
Over the last year I’ve been relying heavily on twists as a protective style and they’ve since become an uncontested favorite - and not by a short margin.
The Ultimate Guide to Pre-Pooing for Natural Hair: Why, How, and What to Use
“Pre-poo” stands for pre-shampoo, and it’s exactly what the name suggests - a treatment applied to your hair before shampooing. For textured hair types, especially 4C, coily, kinky and curly hair, pre-pooing can be a game-changer.
How to Detangle Kinky and Coily Hair Without Breakage
Detangling kinky, coily, curly hair - especially the tightest textures, like 4C hair - can sometimes feel like an uphill battle, especially if you don’t have the right approach. The knots, tangles and matted hair due to product build up can easily lead to breakage - and this alone is, at times, enough to make anyone want to give up and chop it all off!
Spring Haircare Tips: Revive Your Coils, Kinks and Curls
Spring is finally here! After months of enduring the cold weather, your hair is probably crying out loud for some extra TLC. The harsh winter weather likely left your coils, kinks and curls dry, brittle and in desperate need of hydration. But with warmer, more humid days ahead, it’s the perfect time to refresh your haircare routine.
6 Easy DIY Protein Masks for Stronger and Healthier Hair
How to Avoid Heat Damage on Your Hair
I hate to admit it, but this isn’t my first time dealing with heat damage. Sadly, it's my second. I thought I’d learned my lesson the first time (about nine years ago), but clearly, I was wrong. After four years of growing my natural hair, this setback feels frustrating and discouraging - especially since it was my own doing. So, how did I end up here again? What mistakes am I repeating?
Understanding Hair Porosity and Its Impact on Your Hair Care Routine
Hair porosity refers to your hair's ability to absorb and retain moisture. It’s a key element in determining the best hair care routine for your hair porosity type, as it affects how the hair interacts with water, products and environmental factors.
Co-Washing 101: How to Keep Your Hair Moisturized
Co-washing can be the a game-changer you need for your hair care routine! It’s a gentle, moisturizing alternative to shampooing that helps your hair stay soft, healthy, and easy to manage.
Build the Perfect Hair Care Routine for Your Kinky, Coily or Curly Hair
Building a hair care routine that caters to textured hair, and specifically 4C, coily, kinky, and curly hair types, is essential for maintaining its health and beauty.
Let’s Talk About Moisture Retention for Kinky, Coily and Curly Hair
I know from personal experience that maintaining moisture in my textured 4C hair is a challenge - and I imagine that it’s not much of “a walk at the park” for my fellow coily and kinky haired girls.
10 Tips to Keep Your Natural Hair Beautiful and Healthy all Winter
As temperature drops, a silent threat to the hair approaches and you might not even notice it. Winter comes with dryer air and it’s crucial to adapt your hair care routine to protect your curls, coils and kinks.
Scalp Massages for Hair Growth: Myth or Reality
I remember very vividly when, as a child, I would dream about having long hair…and I don’t mean daydreaming. Only in my dreams would my 4c hair ever be long, shiny and bouncy.
We Need to Talk About Hair Trims
…when I was growing up, the simple mention of trimming or cutting your hair was the equivalent to blasphemy. In short, length was EVERYTHING no matter how thin, dry and unhealthy your hair looked.
6 Essential Proteins For Natural Hair: Strength, Moisture and Shine
Discover the nuances behind the different types of proteins and learn the benefits for kinky, coily and curly hair. Learn about the different protein based products that people textured hair have been raving about.
All The Reasons Why Kinky, Coily and Curly Hair Is More Prone to Dryness
Learn why coily, curly, and textured hair tends to be drier and discover effective tips to combat dryness and maintain healthy, moisturized hair.
The Ultimate Guide to Fragrances in Hair Products for Kinky, Coily, and Curly Hair
Learn how fragrances in hair products enhance the experience for kinky, coily, and curly hair. Learn about natural, synthetic, and fragrance-free options for your routine.
The Ultimate Guide to Thickeners and Stabilizers in Hair Products for Kinky, Coily, and Curly Hair
Discover how thickeners and stabilizers enhance hair products for curly, coily, and kinky hair. Learn about natural options like xanthan gum and synthetic ones like carbomer.
The Ultimate Guide to pH Adjusters in Hair Products for Kinky, Coily, and Curly Hair
Discover how pH adjusters in hair products maintain healthy curls, coils, and kinks. Learn about common ingredients like citric acid and lactic acid and why pH balance matters.
The Ultimate Guide to Preservatives in Hair Products for Kinky, Coily, and Curly Hair
Learn how preservatives keep your curly hair products safe and effective! Discover natural and synthetic options, DIY tips, and what works best for kinky, coily, and curly textures.