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Sep 21

Moisturizing vs. Sealing Natural Hair

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by Toia B of LuvToBNatural Happy Tuesday y’all! In this edition of Hair Tip Tuesday, we’re briefly exploring the proper uses of certain products for moisturizing your hair versus what you might use to seal. Read On!>>> What is Moisturizing? Some synonyms for moisturize are dampen, drench and saturate… words associated with water. Simply put, to moisturize means “to make…

Sep 21

Tips for Moisturizing Dry Natural Hair (Low Porosity)

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glam idol, Shameca's healthy curls! by Emilia Obiekea Hair porosity is a key player in effectively moisturizing our hair. If you are on either end of the spectrum (low or high porosity) then you know how daunting it can seem to keep your hair moisturized. This is due to the outer layer aka cuticle of the hair. The way the…

Sep 21

Thick or Thin Moisturizers: Which Is Better?

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by Sister Scientist As a cosmetic chemist, I am always looking for novel ways to deliver the best results to my target consumer using techniques and delivery methods that make her regimen more convenient. I often relate this process to be very much like cooking. There are hundreds of ways to make a cake, and even the smallest of changes…

Dec 18

Should I Use a Leave-in Conditioner or a Moisturizer?

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the homie, @mamanaturalista by Janelle Sands Knowing when and how to utilize a moisturizer or a leave-in conditioner can be quite difficult to determine no matter what level of curly hair experience you have. You are in good company if you’ve been wondering if you should replace your leave-in conditioner with the newest water or cream-based moisturizer on the…

Sep 21

Get the Softest Natural Hair with the Baggy Method!

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from eclark6's ultimate twist-out guide! by Sabrina Perkins Read any curly forum, group, or blog, and you will quickly be faced with questions like: Where can I get the most moisture? What products will yield the most moisture? What’s the secret ingredient for moisture? Having curly hair is a never-ending quest for hydration, and many naturals suffer from dry hair…