It’s as important for men to groom their hair as it is for women. The other day I had a childhood friend who reads the blog ask me: “How often should black men wash their hair?” Black hair has a bit different in terms of its uniquely coarse texture and usually tight curl pattern. Whether … Read more
At some point, you might have had the desire to straighten your naturally curly hair. Most of us might have tried straighteners or other methods to straighten our hair. Maybe you’ve had it with all the straighteners and chemicals and are now wondering how to get a curl pattern for natural hair. It’s always been … Read more
“My human hair wig is dry and frizzy,” an old friend lamented the last time we met. Like a lot of ladies in the natural hair community, she wears wigs as a protective style. She wanted to know how one can keep these wigs looking sleek and perfect all the time – even for old … Read more
Slicked-back hair is one of the fastest and easiest hairstyles you can create. All it takes is patience, a meticulous eye, and a few careful strokes, and you’ll be looking like James Dean in mere minutes. But the secret behind a voluminous pompadour or vintage, 80s “greaser” slicked-back style is a high-quality pomade. Many will … Read more
A few years ago, I lost a section of my edges as a result of wearing tight hairstyles. I was advised to use peppermint oil to massage the affected area. Applying peppermint oil directly on the scalp isn’t recommended, it has to be used alongside a carrier oil. This essential oil is special in many … Read more
A leave-in conditioner is one of the most important products when it comes to moisturizing transitioning or natural hair. It is the “L” in the LOC and LCO methods of moisturizing hair, which is a tried-and-tested technique for layering hair products to ensure maximum hydration. The best leave-in conditioner for transitioning hair should be able … Read more
If you’ve bleached your hair for the nth time this year or did yet another relaxer service touch-up, it’s easy to connect the dots when your hair starts to feel dehydrated and fragile. These chemical processes can be harsh on your hair, so if you experience hair damage, they’re probably the root cause. But what … Read more
The first time I heard of Chebe powder was at a hair salon. The stylists were discussing the fantastic results it has on hair. I got curious. The first thing I wanted to know was what is Chebe powder? Does Chebe powder grow hair? I was also keen to learn how to use Chebe powder … Read more
Over the decades, dreadlocks have become an iconic statement look. Although it serves its purpose as an effective protective style for thick, unruly, coarse hair, it’s undeniable that dreads are incredibly stylish and demand a double-take for anyone sporting them. But putting your hair in dreadlocks isn’t all sunshine and rainbows. If you don’t care … Read more
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