by Charlene Walton of TexturedTalk.com Before now using glycerin for natural hair had always been a tricky topic for me. I sort of understood the purpose of the ingredient in hair products but I was still lost on the whole weather, dew point aspect. Like many, I saw other popular bloggers and vloggers using glycerin for natural hair, creating DIY…
by Toia B of Luvtobnatural FALL IS HERE Y’ALL! Temps are dropping and humidity wanes with each day. Due to these and other factors, many of us find it necessary to switch up our regimen a bit so our hair plays nice with whatever the weather may bring. Here are just a few things you can try this Fall to…
by Devri Velazquez The “Liquid, Oil, Cream Method” (also known as LOC Method) for natural and curly hair has been proven time and time again to provide intense moisture and definition. In the winter time, many curlies lose moisture because of dry climatic conditions, so the LOC Method is often used on wash days to provide and prolong healthy hydration…
by Toia B of LuvtoBNatural Brrr… It’s time to bundle up! One of the most important accessories you’ll need this season is a nice, cozy hat. Wool is often the go-to option for obvious reasons. Even so, this über warm fabric can cause unwanted damage to your hair… While they serve an important purpose, wool winter hats can cause breakage…
by Tammy Goodson of Curlychics So it’s March and considering there’s still ice on the ground, naturals are scampering to find the ultimate protective style. But what if you are not a fan of protective styling? Can you still protect your hair without having your ends tucked away? Here a few tips: Deep condition- Moisture Moisture Moisture *in my Jan…
by Susan Walker of Earthtones Naturals I have a confession to make…I have hand in hair syndrome I absolutely LOVE to touch my hair and play with it. I love to feel the texture of it, to pull on it and have it spring back into place. But most of all, I love to feel the softness and moisture in…
by TheManeObjective It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Holiday shopping, sipping cocoa near the fireplace, office parties, secret santa gift exchanges, and….dry hair. Winter weather can be especially rough on natural hair; the colder the climate, the worse off your hair. But all hope is not lost! Check out these 5 winter hair woes, and how to ward them…
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 Tara Lisciandro-Hornich Cold weather isn’t everyone’s favorite type of weather and it can make for itchy skin and a dry scalp. Curls can suffer too, especially from lack of moisture leading to dried tresses. Knowing how your skin and hair adapt, or don’t, to the cold is helpful. Once you see and feel the changes of the season, begin…