A question that has been asked to me was if there was a way you could achieve healthy, long hair while being relaxed with chemical straighteners (perms). My answer is most certainly YES! This question has been one that has come up many times, especially with the surge of African-American women becoming natural or transitioning these days. One of the [...]

I began my natural hair journey in April of 2010. Since that time I have tried so many hair products and accessories that it would make your wig spin. I nailed down a few staple products that I’ll probably continue using for the rest of my life. That took me about a year and a half. What I haven’t really [...]

Dryness is something that we’ve all faced at some point during the course of our Natural hair journey. The breakage and limp, lifeless hair that has resulted is probably one of the most frustrating aspects of the Natural hair experience. The good news is, your hair does not have to be perpetually dry! But it’s important to know what the [...]

Mustard Oil is useful because it promotes healthy hair growth by simulating the scalp. A must know about hair, all healthy hair starts with the scalp. This solution has been deemed a good remedy for hair loss because majority of the situations that are seen with hair loss, have to do with poor nutrition or diet. Mustard Oil contains high [...]

Finally, your hair has grown a little bit and you want to do some styles. Getting wavy hair with your natural kinky hair without heat is not that hard. You can also achieve these hairstyles with relaxed hair.  Three great ways to stretch your coily hair out with waves include: The Twist Out, The Braid Out, and Bantu Knots. For all these styles [...]

What is Co-Washing {Condition(er) Washing} Basically it is using conditioner, instead of shampoo, to wash your hair. While often shampoos and conditioners have similar ingredients, conditioners often contain additional moisturizers that can help hair regain its moisture. Co-washing benefits more coarse hair texture like Type 3 or 4, which tends to be a victim of dryness. If you discovered your [...]