Pic1: my natural hair Pic2: my weave by Tammy Goodson of CurlyChic Protective styling is not something I’ve been too successful at in the past but I respect it. I know that it has its place in the natural hair universe so I acknowledge its existence. I’ve always embraced the idea of it – I mean it makes sense. It…
READER QUESTION: Do I really need to change my hair care regimen as the weather cools? If so, what do you recommend? CURLYNIKKI’s RESPONSE: Regimen tweaks are truly something to consider as the seasons change. Your curls, which are already prone to dryness, crave even more moisture the cooler and drier it gets. It is advised that we avoid humectants…
by KalaG Hey College Curlies! Feeling a little lost when it comes to caring for your hair now that you’ve moved out? Here are some simple tips you can try to find your curly way amongst your new world away from home. With these tips, you’ll be well on your way to being the campus Curly Ambassador. 1. Pick a…
by NaturallyChelsea If your curls absorb more water than a Sham Wow towel yet they’re forever crying out for more moisture, then it may just be time to try out the LOC method. The LOC method has been abuzz on the natural hair forums for its ability to let curlies go days without having to remoisturize their curls. LOC is…
*With cooler months approaching, I thought I’d repost for those that want to switch things up!* by Alicia James of MsAliciaJames.com When I found Youtube I decided that I would NEVER use heat on my natural hair. I developed this big fear of damage and a whole lot of other things. Once I became a little more comfortable with my…
Pamela writes: I only wash my hair once a month and in between styling sessions, I keep it bunned. I hear the same question from everyone– how do you keep your hair looking so shiny and clean? Read On>>> MY SIMPLE BUN ROUTINE Once a month: Apply coconut oil prior to shampooing as a pre-poo Shampoo with Elasta QP Conditioning…
by Shelli of Hairscapades I was going through my phone to delete some pics (I’m too embarrassed to admit how many pics I have and how many are selfies … but, let’s just say, too many ), and came across this braid-out that I never shared. The things that make this braid out notable for me are that I achieved…
By Susan Walker of Earthtones Naturals It’s been a challenge lately to make time for myself to take care of my hair. Maybe you can relate. I have two young children, I work full-time and my weekends are jam packed with activities and events. Somewhere in there I need to wash, deep condition, style my hair, wait for it to…
By TheManeObjective Summer is over, and school is back in session. That means busy moms, kids, college curlies, and working naturals are once again squeezed for time with densely packed calendars and schedules. While some naturals have the luxury of spending hours upon hours managing their manes, there are some of us who can barely carve out time to go…
by Jamila of CollegeCurlies Hey y’all! I was talking to my sister the other day, and I asked her what she thought folks would be interested in reading about on a hair blog. One of her biggest challenges with natural hair is finding styles that will last multiple days– she’s got a super busy schedule and can’t be bothered with…
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