by Michelle of Radiant-Brown-Beauty.com Today I was thinking about co-washing and how it might be causing excessive shedding. That is, depending on how you co-wash, of course. You see, lots of ladies co-wash their natural hair with a conditioner. Hence, the term “co” aka “conditioner” wash. Today, there are lots of products on the market meant specifically for co-washing. Yet,…
by Ashley Leave-in conditioner is probably one of the most important steps in maintaining healthy hair. It replenishes the hair’s moisture after washing, and it aids in softness and manageability. Leave-in conditioner can also protect your hair in a few ways: Read On!>>> Protective Barrier Against SweatWe all sweat, especially during those hot, sticky summer days. Leave-in condish is…
by Susan Walker of DrWalkerWellness Now this is just me; but in my opinion nothing is as important as a step in hair care regimens that many naturals rush through. No, it’s not detangling (although that is uber important) and it’s not necessarily moisturizing the hair (also important). It’s the step that makes a lot of those other aspects of…
by Christina Patrice Are you addicted to slip? You know…slip! Our hair tends to be dry and the older it gets–or further from wash day–the dryer it gets. Curly or coily hair tends to curl or coil around itself and create tangles or knots (yes, knots) when dry. Many of us are always on the hunt for products that will…
Glam Idol, Kiana Gardner! by Janelle Sands Conditioners have always been a hot topic of discussion in the curly hair realm. Are we using the right products for adequate conditioning? What is the best way to condition? Once the hair has grown from the hair follicle, it must be conditioned for the best preservation. We can find this external nourishment…
By West of ConfessionsOfABlogVixen Ever heard of Coconut Nectar? Yea, me neither lol, until I received a newsletter from Hairfinity (see below). By quitting time that same day I’d already planned my route to beat traffic to get to Whole PayCheck Foods. I figured, I love deep conditioning with coconut oil and cooking with coconut milk, so nectar can’t be…
Glam idol, Tina! by Sabrina Perkins There are so many reasons for using a deep conditioner regularly. For starters, it keeps your hair in check for things we have no control over like wind, pollutants, and the sun. It also protects our tresses from ourselves! Sometimes we are our hair’s worst enemy with all the manipulation, coloring, heat styling and…
source Tammy Goodson of CurlyChics Ask almost any natural woman about the top concern about their mane and most will tell you moisture retention. Textured hair has unique challenges in that it craves moisture as if its life depends on it and truth be told, it does. Conditioners are every curly girl’s answer to combating dryness but here’s the thing,…
via TheBeautyBrains- What are hair conditioners supposed to do? Remember that hair is dead! It’s a common misconception that hair can be healthy. Hair can be no more healthy than a shoe lace, a cotton blouse, or any other non-living fiber. The hair on your head is not living tissue. It is dead, keratinized protein. Hair cannot be healthy. Of…
CN community member, Mel writes: Description of your hair: (1) thick density (2) medium texture, (3) low porosity, (4) spongy Name of Product in Review: Trader Joe’s Tea Tree Tingle Conditioner, $3.99 for 16 oz Product Description: “We’ve worked with an upscale boutique to bring you this salon-quality conditioner that will rejuvenate your hair with a refreshing tingle. A blend…