source by Sabrina Perkins of SeriouslyNatural.org Not everyone is looking for heavier conditioners in the fall. Leave-in conditioners are just as useful during colder months and great for hairstyles that do not require heavy butters or oils ,like twists and braids. Some of us still rock a wash and go year round (like me) or prefer twistouts, or braidouts and…
Emme G writes: Description of your hair: My hair is medium density, fine, highly porous, cottony and nearly hip-length at its longest point. I have mostly 3C, S-patterned curls that are looser in the front and crown and tighter in the back. My ends form spirals except for the strands that frame my face which maintain the S-pattern. Name of…
by Jensine from Jungle Naps A good clarifying/moisturizing shampoo can do wonders for your natural hair and scalp. For those of us that don’t stick to strictly cowashing, the quest for a holy grail shampoo can sometimes be quite frustrating. These five shampoos are definitely worth a try if you’re on the hunt for a good cleanser that doesn’t strip…
by Sabrina Perkins of SeriouslyNatural.org Naturals have a love-hate relationship with shampoo. We love that they cleanse our tresses but often they are just too harsh for our hair. Sulfates are the detergents in shampoo that cleanse away the dirt, pollutants and product build-up but they also strip away the natural oils we need to keep our hair moisturized. Because…
by Charlene Walton of TexturedTalk.com Dry natural hair continues as the top concern for women all through the year but especially during the winter. If you are a resident of Texas like me you know that “winter” is just another word as our weeks can range in temperature from 72 degrees on Monday to 42 degrees on Tuesday. However, if…
by Jascmeen of Jascmeen.com Tonight not a DIY kinda night? No problem, here’s how to create 3 deep conditioning cocktails using the bossiest, most talented packets in the entire packet section. (I like to think of them as the BEYONCE’S of the assortment.) To get the most bang out of these single use conditioners, you really have to do some…
by Christina Patrice In the name of #curlsonfleek, our hair can become dry and brittle to the touch due to holding ingredients like polymers and certain polyquats present in our styling products. But thanks to the increasing demand for more natural products, brands are taking note and delivering gels and curl definers that are botanically-based. If you follow the Max…
by Christina Patrice Don’t be fooled! You don’t have to sacrifice soft, hydrated kinks and coils, for cleanliness. Many naturals and curly girls hate clarifying because it causes so much drama. You wreck your hair and strip it of natural oils, softness, and hydration for the sake of a clean slate. Even after intense deep conditioning, your hair doesn’t start…
by Shelli of Hairscapades As some of you know, I have been using a Hair Therapy Thermal Turban Heat Wrap for several years now with great success. However, a few months ago I saw posts from my curlfriends and fellow bloggers, RadiantBrownBeauty andAHairStory, about the Hot Head Deep Conditioning Heat Cap. I loved the look of the cap and both…
by West of ConfessionsOfABlogVixen PRODUCT DEETS via Keravada.com— “Get ready for the Eastern hair experience! KERAVADA 4 IN 1 CONDITIONER contains powerful ayurveda ingredients that will leave your hair fresh, detangled, and oh so soft to the touch. Our super-low lather formula will leave your hair squeaky clean without stripping your tresses of much-needed moisture. KERAVADA 4 IN 1 CONDITIONER…