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Can Your Hair Get Moldy? What Causes It? How To Get Rid of It?

posted on January 11, 2022

Black girl with dry hair properly dried to avoid a musty smell wearing a yellow t-shirt and sweater tied around her arms.

Mold is a nuisance wherever it is encountered. It creeps up in spoiled food or on ceilings after a rainy season, but can your hair get moldy? That’s the question people all over are asking. In this … [Read more...]

Do Perms Damage Your Hair? Permanently? Are They Good or Bad?

posted on January 9, 2022

Girl with ginger highlighted hair standing near a window wearing a yellow dress shirt and black eyeglasses.

A perm, like other hair treatments, offers you the opportunity to change the natural texture of your hair. They open up your hairstyling routine to a whole new world of versatility. But, as with … [Read more...]

Is Cantu Bad for Your Hair? What About Their Shampoo, Conditioner, and Other Products?

posted on January 9, 2022

Young African American woman with a curly hair type styled with Cantu shea butter and Cantu curl activator cream.

Countless natural hair care brands and products have gotten a bad rap over the years. These companies have garnered negative press by marketing and selling products to naturals that fail to cater to … [Read more...]

How to Slightly Darken Bleached Hair at Home: Step-by-Step DIY Guide

posted on January 9, 2022

African American lady with a "too" blonde hair color and smooth, cool skin tone wearing a colorful head scarf.

Bleaching your hair is intended to lighten it, but sometimes the results turn out lighter than you expected. If you’re not happy with the shade you’ve reached with the bleach, there are ways to remedy … [Read more...]

How Long Does Overtone Last on Dark, Light, Bleach Hair and More?

posted on January 9, 2022

Beautiful African American girl with naturally dark brown hair colored with red hair dye.

Chances are that you or someone you know has tried Overtone on their hair at some point. After all, it is one of many hair color products that has gained mega popularity in recent years. Although … [Read more...]

Shadow Root vs Balayage: Differences, Color Options, Technique, Cost, and More

posted on January 8, 2022

An attractive woman with a purple shadow root hairstyle with a blurred transition.

There are countless trendy hairstyles and treatments available, many of which get confused due to their similarities. Two of these are the balayage and shadow root coloring techniques. Though … [Read more...]

How to Dye Your Hair With Jello at Home With and Without Bleach

posted on January 8, 2022

Joyful multiethnic female with red-dyed hair with Jell-O dip dye.

Dyeing your hair is an excellent way to show off your creativity and express yourself. However, it can be exceedingly expensive, time-intensive, and damaging to your hair. Jello is a hair dyeing … [Read more...]

What Is Wet Frizz? Causes, How To Fix It, Products and More

posted on January 8, 2022

Young black girl with brown frizzy curls wearing a blue plaid shirt dress and hoop earrings

Wet frizz has reared its ugly head in nearly all of our lives at some point. It can turn a potentially glamorous hair day into an epic failure. Frizz is so complex in all of its forms that some … [Read more...]

Why Does My Hair Smell Like Wet Dog? How To Get Rid of the Smell

posted on January 7, 2022

Cute woman with curly hair with smelly hair syndrome wearing pink lipstick and dress shirt

As off-putting as it might be, wet dog smell in hair is a completely normal phenomenon. Perfectly hygienic people all over wake up with wet dog-scented hair and wonder, “why does my hair smell like … [Read more...]

How to Moisturize Low Porosity Hair: DIY Step-by-Step Guide

posted on January 7, 2022

Beautiful African American female with curly healthy hair styled with avocado oil and aloe vera gel

Your ideal hair moisturizing regimen has a lot to do with your hair porosity. Unfortunately, many naturals have no idea what hair porosity is, much less what it means for hair hydration. Chances … [Read more...]

Does Waxing Reduce Hair Growth Over Time or Permanently?

posted on January 7, 2022

Mixed black girl with smooth skin and coarse hair smelling daisies outdoors

There is a rumor circulating the internet that waxing treatments can reduce hair growth. If you battle the fuzzies on a regular basis, you may have gotten excited when you heard about it. … [Read more...]

The 7 Gradual Stages of Lightening Dark Hair To Icy Blonde or White

posted on January 6, 2022

Mixed-raced lady with medium brown hair wearing a black leather jacket

Are you looking to bleach or dye your dark hair a few shades lighter or even platinum blonde? Depending on your desired end result, it could be a long process. There are seven stages to lightening … [Read more...]

Does Color Oops Damage Hair? How to Use Color Oops Without Damage

posted on January 5, 2022

Beautiful mixed-race female with naturally curly hair colored with auburn permanent dye

Do you absolutely hate your new hair color? We’ve all been there. If you can’t imagine living with your new hair color for another second, the logical next step is to strip the hair color and try … [Read more...]

Does Toner Damage Hair? Like Bleach? After Bleaching? Wella?

posted on January 4, 2022

Beautiful young woman with color-treated hair with brassy tones using a laptop wearing casual clothes

Many of us have heard claims that toners damage hair. Perhaps this is because once some people notice hair damage, they think back to the last chemical-containing product they used, which is … [Read more...]

T10 Wella Toner Before and After on Orange, Yellow Hair, and More

posted on January 1, 2022

Attractive white girl with pale blond hair from using Wella color charm toner

Do you wonder how your hair will look after using T10 Wella hair toner or which color level your hair needs to be before toning? Many do. The fact is that you can’t go by the color swatch on your … [Read more...]

How to Dye Dark Hair Blue Without Bleaching It: DIY Guide

posted on January 1, 2022

Trendy African American woman with a deep blue shade semi-permanent hair dye on curly hair

Is blue hair calling your name? You’re not alone. Blue hair is getting trendier by the minute, with top celebrities and everyday folks all over donning the iconic hue. Now, to address the elephant … [Read more...]

Learn How to Do Balayage on Black Hair at Home: Step-by-Step

posted on December 30, 2021

Young Indian woman with midnight shadows blue balayage hairstyle

The balayage hair technique has become increasingly popular due to its sun-kissed look and interesting application process. It can be done on any hair type to achieve many different color results, … [Read more...]

How To Get Vicks Out of Hair With Our Easy Step-by-Step Guide

posted on December 30, 2021

Beautiful African American female with long curly hair that uses Vicks vapor rub to grow hair

Vicks is a household staple for countless everyday people. It is mainly used to suppress coughs, mitigate chest congestion, and alleviate muscle pain. Yet, many people use it for various other … [Read more...]

Hair Webbing: What Is It, Causes, and How to Fix Your Hair

posted on December 30, 2021

Black woman with curly hair strands styled with curl cream to retain moisture

Most women with natural hair have dealt with tangling, split ends, and other hair issues. But many have never heard of a phenomenon called hair webbing. Believe it or not, you may be dealing with … [Read more...]

Is Black a Natural Hair Color? Or, Is It Actually Dark Brown?

posted on December 30, 2021

African American female outside in the sunlight where you can see the brown eumelanin and the black eumelanin

There’s something truly mesmerizing about deep, sultry black hair. With just a glance, it stops onlookers in their tracks. Chances are you’ve seen gorgeous shiny black hair on others and wondered … [Read more...]

Drying Natural Hair Under a Hooded Dryer: Step-by-Step DIY Guide

posted on December 30, 2021

Cute girl with a wash n go hairstyle created by air-drying her curls that's wearing a plaid dress shirt and red lipstick

Drying your natural hair seems simple enough, but it can quickly get complicated when you add a new piece of equipment to the mix. Hooded dryers have been around for quite a while and have been … [Read more...]

Does Hair Bleach Expire (or Go Bad) After Mixing or Opening?

posted on December 30, 2021

While hair dye today puts a whole rainbow of color at your disposal, however, there’s no denying that bleach blonde hair is and long has been the perennial favorite.  Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, … [Read more...]

Does Hairspray Expire? What Is the Shelf Life of Hair Spray?

posted on December 30, 2021

Once upon a time, hairspray was everywhere. Whether you wore your hair high and proud like The Supremes, Marvelettes, and Ronettes, or you wore a retro-chic style like the cast of the movie … [Read more...]

Does Hair Oil Expire? How to Determine the Shelf Life of Hair Oils

posted on December 30, 2021

A black woman styled her curly hair with old argan oil and other expired hair products.

Whether it's coconut oil, almond oil, olive oil, or lemon oil – with an explosion of interest in oils from culinary backgrounds, it can sometimes feel like modern hair care will have you just as … [Read more...]

Does Shampoo Expire? How to Check Expiry Date of Shampoo

posted on December 30, 2021

Advertising is often an exercise in taking sweet lies as sweetly as possible. Everyone likes to see themselves in the best possible light, and commercials and ads are glad to offer rose-tinted glasses … [Read more...]

Does Conditioner Expire? Does Expired Conditioner Work?

posted on December 30, 2021

It can be all too easy to overlook conditioner. We all know why shampoo is essential, and hair dye can be a game-changer when appropriately used for those looking to add fresh color options to their … [Read more...]

Can You Dye Synthetic Hair Extensions? Hair Dye? Kool-aid?

posted on December 27, 2021

Cute black girl wearing a dark brown wig and red lipstick

We all know that synthetic hair extensions are an efficient, cheap way to enhance your hair's fullness and length. They also come in a ton of different styles, textures, and colors. But what if … [Read more...]

Do Black People Wash Their Hair? How Often Do They Wash?

posted on December 27, 2021

black women wearing a black derby hat

There are so many rumors and preconceptions surrounding black hair, and one of the most widespread ones is that black people don't wash their hair. Some wholeheartedly believe that black hair is dirty … [Read more...]

Is Herbal Essences Bad for Your Hair? What About Their Shampoo and Other Products?

posted on December 27, 2021

Light-skinned lady with natural curls

Herbal Essences is one of the more popular hair care brands that cater to all hair types and textures. The company produces many products containing botanical ingredients intended to moisturize, … [Read more...]

Best Hooded Hair Dryer for Home Use for Natural Black Hair

posted on December 24, 2021

black girl with large bouncy curls

Sometimes your run-of-the-mill handheld blow dryer just doesn’t cut it, especially when you need to deep condition your hair, process color or bleach, or dry a roller set. Only a hooded dryer will … [Read more...]

How to Remove Pink Hair Dye: Let's Get the Pink Color Out

posted on December 21, 2021

white girl with pink hair

There are many lovely shades of pink hair dye, from soft pastel pink to bold, hot pink. And when you try out one of these magical shades on your hair, you instantly fall in love. Yet, no matter how … [Read more...]

How To Get Coconut Oil Out of Hair: 13 Step-by-Step Methods

posted on December 21, 2021

black girl with curly hair styled with coconut oil

Coconut oil is a curly girl favorite, known for its fantastic hair hydration properties. But when it builds up on your hair or is accidentally overapplied, it’s essential to remove it as soon as you … [Read more...]

Choosing the Best Weave for White Girl Hair Types: Complete How-To Guide

posted on December 19, 2021

Cute young white girl with hair weave

How do you add length or volume to your hair? Hair extensions may be your first thought, but there is another option you may not have considered – a weave. Though weaves are more common among … [Read more...]

Castor Oil for White Girl Hair Types: Complete "How-to" Guide

posted on December 19, 2021

white girl with wavy natural hair

Hair oils have been trending in the hair care space for quite some time now, but only the best oils have stood the test of time. Castor oil is one of such oils. Many people who have used castor … [Read more...]

How to Get a Rat’s Nest Out of Your Hair: Easy Step-by-Step Guide

posted on December 19, 2021

Confident black lady with kinky hair strands

Did you look in the mirror and spot a massive rat’s nest in your hair? If so, you’re not the only one. Rat’s nests are particularly common in curly hair due to its natural tendency to tangle up and … [Read more...]

Is Pantene Bad for Your Hair? What About Their Shampoo, Conditioner, Hairspray, Mousse, and Other Products?

posted on December 19, 2021

Pretty brown-skinned lady with curly hair and great smile

Pantene is a very well-known and trusted hair care brand loved by many. They've been around for decades, and most of their products are targeted toward white women and men. However, as natural … [Read more...]

Are Hair Extensions Haram or Halal? Human vs Synthetic Hair?

posted on December 19, 2021

Young Indian girl wearing synthetic hair extensions

Women who practice Islam follow a specific set of principles regarding how they are to adorn themselves. The rules are mostly cut and dry, but when it comes to hair extensions, some gray areas cause … [Read more...]

Can a White Person Use a Hair Relaxer? What Happens? What Does It Do?

posted on December 18, 2021

White girl with natural curls

Straight, sleek hair is a widely sought-after hair goal for many women worldwide. And, in pursuit of that goal, countless people look to hair relaxers for permanent straightening. Unfortunately, … [Read more...]

How to Do Edges on Caucasian Hair: DIY Edges for a White Girl

posted on December 18, 2021

Cute white girl with laid edges

For curly-haired girls, frizz and flyaway curls are no stranger. No matter how much product you use, when pulling your hair back into a ponytail, bun, or another hairstyle, you can still end up … [Read more...]

Can You Get Braids Wet in the Shower, Pool, or Rain? What Happens?

posted on December 16, 2021

African American woman wearing box braids

Braid newbies often wonder whether braids and moisture mix. When they try to find the answer, they’re out of luck. The reality is that advice on this topic is sometimes inconsistent. Some say you … [Read more...]

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