Question of the Day - CurlyNikki

Sep 21

How to Use a Weave as a Protective Style

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki One Comment

photo credit: FingerComber by Kavuli of Good Hair Diaries Hey folks! I've decided to use a full sew-in weave as a protective style for a while. I am very happy with my decision to do this, but I thought I should go into serious detail regarding the maintenance of my hair underneath. Out of sight, out of mind does NOT apply…

Mar 01

What Is Hair Dusting? How to Trim Split Ends Without Losing Length

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki 21 Comments

via Good Hair Diaries WHAT IS DUSTING? A dusting is where a very small amount of hair is trimmed off the ends of the hair. So little is removed that it looks like fine dust on the floor. Ends can be dusted to remove splits before they become out of control. Managing your natural hair can be a journey, but…

Sep 21

How To Steam Natural Hair Without a Steamer

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki 26 Comments

via Nappy Naturally By now we've all read about the benefits of using hair steamers for natural hair care. We've seen all the beautiful natural haired divas whose hair has grown down their backs. They rave about their natural hair absorbing all the goodness of whatever deep conditioning treatment was done...and we look in our wallets to decide if we're going…

Sep 21

3 Alternative Ways to Color Your Natural Hair

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki No Comments

via Just Curlz When many of us grow bored of our natural hair, we tend to either, a.) pick up the scissors, or b.) go for a fresh look with a pop of color. Whether you're just adding highlights, going for the ombre effect, or diving in head first with all over color; you have to be sure to research…

Feb 01

How to Get Sleek Edges…No Gel…No Brush

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki 47 Comments

How to Get Sleek Edges...No Gel...No Brush Sleek edges without the stress? Yes, please. Back when I first posted this, it was my go-to method for smooth, shiny, frizz-free edges, no gel, no brush, and definitely no crunch. And guess what? I still use it today. Whether you’re pulling your curls into a bun or just want a polished hairline…