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Why Do I Still Have Dandruff After Washing My Hair?

posted on June 17, 2022

A young African American female with a flaky scalp is looking for hair products to treat dandruff on an oily scalp.

After you wash your hair, you fully expect it to be clean and flake-free, but that doesn’t always happen. Sometimes, dandruff can be tricky, persisting even after you’ve done your best to wash it … [Read more...]

How Long Can You Keep Mixed Hair Dye? Can You Save Leftovers?

posted on June 16, 2022

African American female wearing semi-permanent hair dye on her medium brown natural curls.

After coloring your hair, you might be surprised to see just how much dye you have left over. In your mind, you may be thinking, “Can I save hair dye after it's been mixed for a touch-up?” How long … [Read more...]

How Do You Clean Lint Out of a Hairbrush: DIY Guide to Cleaning

posted on June 15, 2022

Cute African American woman wearing loose hair with a round brush head and a wide-tooth comb.

Have you ever noticed fuzzy white or gray lint on a dirty hair brush? In addition to being an eyesore, the build-up can negatively affect the health of your hair. If you’re wondering how to clean … [Read more...]

Is Curly Hair Professional or Unprofessional? Best Workplace Styles

posted on June 13, 2022

Young African American businesswoman with long hair wearing her curls loose creating a professional look.

Most people think of professional hair as clean, combed, and low-profile. But does texture play a part? The debate on curly hair and professionalism has been raging on for decades, so it’s … [Read more...]

Why Is My Black Hair Turning Gold? 4 Causes & 3 Quick Fixes

posted on June 13, 2022

An attractive young African American woman with dark hair sees her hair turning golden brown.

While going silver is a well-known consequence of aging, some eagle-eyed readers may be shocked to find another precious metal turning up in their strands - gold. Black hair that turns gold can be … [Read more...]

Why Won’t My Hair Stay Straight After I Straighten It?

posted on June 12, 2022

Cute young African American female with bone dry wavy hair follicles styled with a blow dryer and coconut oil.

Do you spend hours straightening your hair only to have it poof up the second you walk outside? Most curly girls have been there. No one likes watching their hard work go down the drain, so today, … [Read more...]

Does Shampoo Freeze? What Temperature? What Happens?

posted on June 11, 2022

African American female with black and brown curly hair after using Prose shampoo and conditioner.

There's a good chance you’ve come across the topic of freezing shampoo in your research about hair care products. It’s an odd topic that invokes a polarizing debate. Does shampoo freeze? Some say … [Read more...]

Prose Hair Care Review: I Tried Their Custom Beauty Products

posted on June 11, 2022

Unopened box containing cruelty-free Prose shampoo, leave-in conditioner, and curl cream.

Prose is set to revolutionize the hair care market, gifting women everywhere a much better version of their mane. You may have seen raving reviews from users, but if you haven’t done your own … [Read more...]

Does Prose Work for Hair Growth? Can It Really Make Your Hair Grow?

posted on June 11, 2022

Unopened box of Prose personalized hair care products including a Prose shampoo and conditioner for thick hair.

Whether you’re growing out a bad haircut or trying to reach Rapunzel-length locks, growing your hair out can feel like an impossible task. During your search for ways to speed up the growth … [Read more...]

Does Prose Work for Curly Hair? Is It Curly Girl Approved?

posted on June 11, 2022

Cute African American female with a 3B hair type showing off her curls after drying her wet hair.

Curly hair needs special care, and if you have kinks, curls, or coils, you are fully aware. Revolutionary hair care brand, Prose, has been around for a few years and provides products aimed to care … [Read more...]

Does Prose Help With Hair Loss, Thinning, or Breakage?

posted on June 11, 2022

Cute young black girl with curly hair follicles that suffered from female pattern hair loss and hair thinning.

Hair loss can turn your life upside down in a hurry, prompting you to frantically search for a solution. In your search, you may have come across Prose, a hair care line with custom products that can … [Read more...]

How Much Does Prose Hair Care Cost? Are the Products Worth It?

posted on June 11, 2022

A beautiful young black girl with shiny hair after using prose shampoo within her hair routine on a 4A hair type.

Over the last few years, Prose Hair has become wildly popular for its innovative hair care products and formula customization technology (e.g. customized shampoo). The Prose line of personalized … [Read more...]

What Does It Mean When a Guy Smells Your Hair? Does He Like You?

posted on June 10, 2022

African American woman with a big curly hairdo with an amazing smell that triggers pleasure while brushing past.

Have you ever noticed a guy in your life taking a deep breath when he’s near your hair? You might catch him lingering while he’s hugging you or unexpectedly leaning in to take a deeper … [Read more...]

How to Keep Your Hair Dry in the Shower Even Without a Cap

posted on June 9, 2022

African American female with a medium-hair length has frizz-prone hair after using a hair dryer on her wet hair.

When you’ve got a straightened hairdo, water is your worst enemy; it can ruin your hair instantly. And although you can completely avoid water most of the time, you still have to deal with it whenever … [Read more...]

How to Check Which Hairstyle Suits My Face Online for Females

posted on June 6, 2022

Dark-skinned black girl wearing an orange shirt trying a new hair style app before going to the hairdresser.

Not every hairstyle works for every face shape - it's no wonder it’s challenging to decide which hairstyle fits your face. So, what do you do? You could search for hairstyles on Google Images, … [Read more...]

Does Great Clips Dye Hair? Does Great Clips Bleach Hair?

posted on June 6, 2022

Cute African American female leaving a local salon after getting her hair styled by a professional hairdresser.

Great Clips Salons have garnered a stellar reputation for providing high-quality hair cutting services to clients. Since the salon chain also offers complementary services in addition to haircuts, … [Read more...]

Poofy Hair: What Causes It, How To Fix It, and Prevent It

posted on June 5, 2022

Black woman with poofy hair strands

Is poofy hair putting a damper on your natural hair journey? If so, you’re one of many struggling with this issue. Some think that you’ve got no choice but to live with poofy hair, but the truth … [Read more...]

Is It Hard to Grow Long Hair? How to Really Grow Longer Hair

posted on June 5, 2022

Cute young African American female with 4A curls admiring her hair health and reduced breakage from a healthy diet.

Is it hard to grow long hair? Hair growth is a common desire of many naturals. Some women obsessively measure their results. Many women take Biotin, expecting to see hair growth results more quickly … [Read more...]

Wavy Girl Method for Beginners: Modified Curly Girl Method

posted on June 5, 2022

wavy girl method

Chances are you’ve heard of the Curly Girl Method (CG Method), where you avoid sulfates, use specialized curly hair products, and style your hair in a very regimented way. If you tried the Curly … [Read more...]

How to Use Epsom Salt for Hair Growth and Other Salt Uses

posted on June 4, 2022

epsom salt for hair growth

Epsom salt has become quite popular as a remedy for several health conditions. In the beauty industry, it has been an essential ingredient in therapeutic mineral baths, where people add Epsom salts to … [Read more...]

How Much Does It Cost to Dye Your Hair? Cost of Hair Coloring

posted on June 4, 2022

Cute African American female with dark hair after dyeing her curls a lighter hair color with a box dye.

Whether you're simply looking to change your natural hair color or you want to prevent your hair from graying, it's important to understand the cost of dying your hair. How Much Does It Cost to Dye … [Read more...]

Squish to Condish Method for Curly Hair: DIY How to Guide

posted on June 4, 2022

Black woman with type 3b curly hair holding her hair strand after using the squish to condish method with flax-seed gel.

Squish to condish was created by Melissa Stites as a way to incorporate more moisture into your curly hair regimen and mitigate dry, lifeless hair. As you know, dryness, breakage, and zero … [Read more...]

How to Blend Gray Hair With Dark Brown Hair at Home

posted on June 4, 2022

Cute young black girl with dark hair wanting to dye her curls a dark brown shade because she's getting gray hair.

For many women, going gray means it’s time to break out the hair dye. Whether you want to embrace the grays or blend them away, you've come to the right place! In this article, we will take a look … [Read more...]

Why Do Jewish People Have Curls? What Do the Curls Mean?

posted on June 4, 2022

Orthodox Jewish men with naturally straight hair wearing sidelocks (or peyot curls) according to Jewish law.

If you’ve ever come across an orthodox Jewish man, you may have noticed that he has curls hanging down the sides of his head. It’s an interesting style that may take you by surprise. If you’re … [Read more...]

Why Do Jewish Women Wear Wigs? Do Wives Have to Wear Wigs?

posted on June 4, 2022

Married woman with uncovered hair wearing a bright red business suit.

Have you ever noticed that many Jewish women wear wigs? It’s not just your imagination – it’s not uncommon to come across a Jewish woman in a wig. But, why do Jewish women wear wigs? If you're … [Read more...]

5 Best Products for Fine Wavy Hair: Shampoo, Oil, Gel, & More

posted on June 3, 2022

Playful African American female with a wavy-straight hair type after using curl cream to style to thin hair.

If you have fine wavy hair, finding the right hair products can be a nightmare. Heavy products can leave your mane feeling greasy, weighed down, or limp. Meanwhile, products that are too light … [Read more...]

The Best Blue Hair Dyes for Dark Hair Plus Alternatives

posted on June 3, 2022

Young beautiful female with a pale skin tone wearing permanent blue hair dye on light brown hair.

With so many hair dye choices on the market, it can be hard to find the right blue dye to meet your needs. And it gets even more complicated when you’re going from a dark base to blue. To help you … [Read more...]

Best Steam Straighteners for Black, Curly, and Natural Hair

posted on June 2, 2022

Young African American female with fine hair strands after using the MKBOO hair straightener on her dry hair.

Steam straighteners took the beauty world by storm a couple of decades ago, and ever since, brands all over have manufactured their own version of the iconic beauty tool. Straighteners with steam … [Read more...]

What Ethnicity Has the Most Hair? Why Do Some Ethnicities Have More Hair?

posted on June 1, 2022

What Ethnicity Has the Most Hair

While there are hairy people of every ethnicity, some ethnicities are known to be hairier than others. If you've ever wondered which ethnicity is hairiest, this article is for you. By the end of … [Read more...]

Why Does My Leg Hair Grow So Fast? How to Get Rid of Leg Hair

posted on June 1, 2022

A dark-skinned African American female preparing to shave her legs to get smooth skin due to leg hair regrowth.

If your leg hair seems to magically reappear after you shave it, you’re one of many. Hairy leg woes strike countless women, leaving them at a loss as to what to do. They wonder, “why does my leg … [Read more...]

Can You Take Hair Clippers on a Plane? Carry-on? Checked Bags?

posted on June 1, 2022

African American female with electric hair clippers and hair attachments in her carry-on luggage.

Jet-setting without hair clippers is nothing short of a crime. So, it’s understandable that you’d want to take them on the plane with you. But, with so many rules and regulations pertaining to … [Read more...]

How to Put on a Bonnet: DIY Bonnets on Curly & Straight Hair

posted on June 1, 2022

A young black woman with naturally curly hair gathered her loose hairs to keep her hair protected in a sleep bonnet.

Protecting your curls is crucial if you want to reach your hair health and length goals, and silk or satin bonnets are fantastic hair protectors. But if you put on your bonnet incorrectly, you … [Read more...]

TWA Hairstyles: Short and Medium TWA Styles and Haircuts

posted on May 30, 2022

Cute African American female with a light-brown skin tone and a TWA hair length that requires minimal styling.

TWA hairstyles are really popular right now as more and more women big chop while going natural. If you’re looking for a simple yet gorgeous way to style your short natural hair, then look no further … [Read more...]

Why Is My Hair Getting Lighter in Color as I Get Older?

posted on May 30, 2022

Pretty young African American female wondering what's making her dark brown natural hair lighter.

You thought you’d have the same hair color until you reached old age. So, when you realized that your hair is getting lighter, it probably came as a huge surprise. There are several reasons why … [Read more...]

Why Is My Hair Getting Darker as I Get Older Instead of Gray

posted on May 30, 2022

Young black lady with dark brown hair follicles after using a DIY hair coloring kit to dye her hair naturally.

Have you noticed that your hair is getting darker even though you didn’t color it? Well, we’re here to tell you that it’s not in your head. There are a variety of reasons why your hair might be … [Read more...]

How Long Does It Take for Hair Dye to Fade Out Completely

posted on May 30, 2022

Gorgeous young woman with dark brown permanent hair color on her healthy hair strands.

Nothing beats the bold vibrancy of freshly dyed, day one hair. But the cold, hard truth is that all hair dyes eventually fade, and they do so at different rates. If you’re looking to find out how … [Read more...]

Can White People Have Type 4 Hair? Is It Really Possible?

posted on May 30, 2022

White girl with very curly hair that's a mixture of dark brown and blond hair in a kinky natural afro hairstyle.

When most people think of type 4 hair, they think of Black people. Why? Because people of African descent often have this hair type. Yet, inquiring minds and hair enthusiasts wonder, “Can white … [Read more...]

Can a White Person Use Black Hair Products? Which Products?

posted on May 29, 2022

Cute white lady with thick hair after using African American hair dye and Care-free Curl Gold coconut oil.

During your last trip to the store, you might have encountered an ethnic hair care section packed with promising products. They’re full of goodies that manufacturers claim will do wonders for the … [Read more...]

Why Does My Hair Grow Uneven? How to Fix Uneven Hair at Home

posted on May 29, 2022

African American female with healthy hair growth after struggling with thinning hair and split ends.

Do you have lopsided tresses? We know how frustrating it can be. Identifying the cause of irregular hair growth is the first step in correcting it, so you’re on the right track. In this article, … [Read more...]

Why Is My Hair Getting Shorter Without Cutting It?

posted on May 29, 2022

Cute African American female with healthy hair growth wearing hair extensions on her fine hair to create fullness.

Have you noticed that your hair is getting shorter instead of longer? It can be alarming, particularly if you’re trying to grow your hair out. But don’t worry – we’re here to assist. In this … [Read more...]

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