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Peppermint Oil for Hair Growth: How to Use It & Other Benefits

posted on February 11, 2021

Cute young African American female after using a carrier oil (jojoba oil) and shea butter oil to boost hair growth.

The search for hair growth stimulants and supplements is seemingly nonstop, and lately, there have been numerous ladies using peppermint oil during their hair care regimen. Within this article, … [Read more...]

How to Do Mini Twists on Natural Hair: Maintain, Wash, and Moisturize

posted on February 10, 2021

Mini twists are always trending! The versatile style is perfect for a casual day at the beach or for the most formal occasion. The style is also very easy to do and offers various styling options. … [Read more...]

How to Use Chebe Powder for Hair Growth & Hair Care Benefits

posted on February 3, 2021

Beautiful young African American woman smiling at the camera with curly hair after using chebe powder for hair growth and length retention.

In the pursuit of growing longer hair, you may have searched all over the internet looking for the ultimate hair growth hack. Rice water and castor oil are two of the most commonly mentioned hair … [Read more...]

Sisterlocks: Complete Guide to Everything You Need to Know

posted on January 29, 2021

If you've ever seen Sisterlocks (sometimes written as sister locks), we’ll bet you were enamored with the hairstyle. The beautiful style was created in 1993 by Dr. JoAnne Cornwell, a well-known … [Read more...]

8 Great Benefits of Using Lavender Oil for Hair Care and Growth

posted on January 29, 2021

The internet is filled with lavender oil testimonials and various hair care promises, so it was only a matter of time before they started to mix. With that in mind, let’s separate the fact from the … [Read more...]

Learn What Causes Gray Hair: Stress, Age, Prevention Options, and More

posted on January 28, 2021

Some people say that gray hair makes you look distinguished. Other people say it's simply a sign that you're getting older. Regardless of how you feel about gray hair, it's nearly a guarantee as … [Read more...]

Afro Puffs Tutorial: ‘How to Do' Styling for Natural Hair: Complete Guide

posted on January 26, 2021

Black woman with an afro puffs hairstyle

Do you ever wonder how your natural hair crush gets her perfect afro puffs? We bet you do!  Afro puffs have been around for a long time, most notably in the 1960s. Since the most recent natural … [Read more...]

How to Use Rosemary Oil for Hair Growth: DIY Step-by-Step

posted on January 19, 2021

Beautiful African American wearing blue shirt, gold ear rings, and make-up after using rosemary oil for hair growth

In this article, we'll go in-depth into the best ways to use rosemary oil for hair care. Rosemary oil is an oil produced from the rosemary plant. Throughout the years, it has been linked to a … [Read more...]

How To Do Yarn Braids Step by Step: Styles, Pros, Cons, and More

posted on January 13, 2021

cute black girl with yarn braids

It's a good chance that you've seen someone with yarn braids, considering the hairstyle's popularity. Yarn braids are a popular protective hairstyle with a distinctive aesthetic. At first glance, … [Read more...]

How To Wrap Your Hair at Night Like a Professional Hair Stylist

posted on January 9, 2021

We all want to take care of our natural hair, and one of the easiest ways to protect it is to wrap it up at night.  Unfortunately, many women struggle to find the right method of wrapping their … [Read more...]

Regrow Edges: How to Grow Hair Edges and Thinning Baby Hair

posted on January 9, 2021

how to grow back your thinning hair edges (i.e., baby hair)

Your hair edges (also known as fragile baby hairs) are the little wispy hairs that grow around your forehead, along your hairline, and around your face. They’re short, soft, and … [Read more...]

Passion Twists Hairstyles: How to Do Passion Twist Styles

posted on January 3, 2021

Lady wearing passion twists hairstyle

Passion twists began with Kailyn Rogers, also known as the Boho Babe. Kailyn is a gifted hairstylist in the Miami area. She created the beautiful passion twist style out of the need for something … [Read more...]

Best Vegan Hair Dyes and Top Cruelty-Free Hair Color Brands

posted on September 5, 2019

What Are Vegan Hair Dyes

Gone are the days of questionable hair dye ingredients and strong chemical formulas. Whether you’re strictly vegan or not, opting for a cruelty-free brand of hair dye can help your hair and the … [Read more...]

Grape Seed Oil: How to Use Grapeseed Oil for Hair and Scalp

posted on August 26, 2019

A light-skinned black lady with dry hair used a few drops of warm grapeseed oil to promote healthy hair growth.

We're always looking for new hair products, especially when they have raving reviews. Lately, we've been hearing a lot about the benefits of using grapeseed oil for hair growth, dandruff, and many … [Read more...]

How to French Braid Curly Hair: Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners

posted on August 8, 2019

How to French Braid Hair

A French braid always looks classy and cute, and although it seems complicated, it’s pretty simple once you get the steps down.  This tutorial will show you how to french braid as well as which … [Read more...]

How to Get Gum Out of Your Hair Without Cutting It: Step-by-Step Guide

posted on August 3, 2019

getting gum out of your hair

Do you have chewing gum stuck in your hair? If you’re a gum fanatic, then you’ve probably experienced a couple of sticky situations. Those who aren’t careful with their chewing gum can end up … [Read more...]

DIY Olive Oil Deep Conditioning Hair Treatment: Step-by-Step Guide

posted on July 27, 2019

Is Olive Oil Good for Your Hair

You’re likely familiar with using olive oil within a variety of food recipes. For example, extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is often used as a flavorful, fruitful salad dressing. Although, can you use … [Read more...]

The Best Essential Oils for Hair Growth and Thickness

posted on June 22, 2019

Lemongrass Oil before and after

In simple terms, essential oils are compounds that are extracted from the flowers, leaves, roots, bark, and fruits of various plants. Each essential oil is unique in the aroma and the individual … [Read more...]

Curly Hair Loss: Stop Hair from Thinning and Shedding

posted on June 5, 2019

sudden hair loss in women

Balding and other forms of hair loss (like shedding or thinning) are often mistakenly thought to only impact males. The truth is females make up a significant amount of individuals that suffer from … [Read more...]

Learn How to Use Argan Oil for Hair Care (and Why It's Called Liquid Gold)

posted on June 1, 2019

How to Use Argan Oil on Your Hair

Many ladies use argan oil for hair, skin, nails, and other beauty-related needs. Due to its various uses, it's commonly referred to as "liquid gold". Although it has many benefits, it is still … [Read more...]

Avocado Oil for Hair Growth: Benefits, Treatments, & Recipes

posted on May 27, 2019

benefits of using avocado oil

We love learning about natural DIY hair care techniques, even if we ultimately determine that they're not right for us or our audience. However, we found a potential gem with today's article, as … [Read more...]

What Is the pH of Hair? Using pH-Balanced Hair Products

posted on May 25, 2019

A black woman with low-pH frizzy hair is a wash and go styled created with aloe vera juice and jojoba oil.

Did you know that water and air are simply chemical compositions? Those probably aren’t the first two chemicals that you think of when someone mentions the word chemical. Chemicals don’t have to be … [Read more...]

Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse: Do You Know the Real Benefits?

posted on May 6, 2019

The apple cider vinegar hair rinse is seemingly as popular as ever in the natural hair community. While it's unlikely that all of the hair related claims associated with apple cider vinegar can be … [Read more...]

Bentonite Clay for Hair Growth, Benefits, Masks, Detox & More

posted on April 28, 2019

clay hair mask before and after

Putting mud in your hair may sound odd, but many women are now raving about the benefits of using bentonite clay on their hair. Ultimately, these women are using bentonite clay hair masks for hair … [Read more...]

The Best Ways to Utilize Vitamin E for Hair Growth, Breakage, and Thinning

posted on March 29, 2019

beautiful black women using vitamin e for hair growth and thickness

Have you ever considered using vitamin E for hair growth, breakage or thinning issues? If so, this article will provide you with the key factors for incorporating vitamin E into your curly hair … [Read more...]

Natural Hair: Products, Hairstyles, & How to Care for Hair

posted on February 11, 2019

Getting Started on Your Natural Hair Journey

In order to have a successful natural hair journey, you must first understand exactly what the term natural hair really means. There are several different definitions of the term. Still, below I've … [Read more...]

African Head Wraps for Natural Hair: Learn How to EASILY Tie Wraps

posted on February 6, 2019

History of African Head Wraps

Protective styling seems like a relatively simple concept. The basic premise is to reduce frequent manipulation of your hair, protect the ends of your hair from potential damage, and to encourage … [Read more...]

How to Stop Hair Breakage: Breakage Causes & Hair Treatments

posted on January 26, 2019

moisture vs protein natural hair

One of the most common hair care topics we're asked about is hair breakage. Your hair is primarily made up of moisture and proteins. The hair breakage you experience is often a result of an … [Read more...]

Sponge Curls: Best Hair Sponge, Styles, Products, and More

posted on January 21, 2019

Cute dark-skinned black girl with defined curls after using a sponge to gently rub her curls in the same direction.

Over the last several years, the hair sponge has become increasingly popular. Just a few years ago, it was only available at hair shows; now the hair sponge can be purchased at local beauty supply … [Read more...]

Pineapple Hair: How to Do a Pineapple Hairstyle on Curly Hair

posted on January 12, 2019

Black women wearing the pineapple method for natural Hair

The natural hair community always finds a way to impress us with its ingenuity. They often come up with names and techniques that are utilized worldwide by people with curly hair, and … [Read more...]

How to Do Hair Coloring for Beginners: DIY Hair Color at Home

posted on December 26, 2018

A cute black girl with darker hair treated with a semi-permanent color with subtle caramel highlights.

If your hair has been color-treated, it has much less strength compared to hair that hasn’t been color-treated (i.e., non-colored-treated hair). This is especially true if your hair has been … [Read more...]

How to Use Emu Oil for Hair Loss and Hair Growth: DIY Guide

posted on December 25, 2018

While most people have heard of the emu, a large and flightless bird that is usually found in Australia, not everyone has heard of the benefits of emu oil, especially as it relates to using emu oil … [Read more...]

Natural Hair Regimen: DIY Hair Care Routine for Curly Hair

posted on December 24, 2018

African American female creating her natural hair regimen

Are you ready to learn the basics of creating a natural hair regimen? Well, congratulations! You’ve now taken the first step towards taking better care of your hair. So, what's next? Where … [Read more...]

Curly Girl Method: How to Guide, CG Method Steps & Products

posted on December 21, 2018

African American female with tighter curls on her 3A hair texture styled with curl cream and essential oils.

The Curly Girl Method (CG Method) aims to help women achieve and maintain healthy curly hair without shampoo and harsh heat styling techniques that can damage your hair and destroy your beautiful curl … [Read more...]

Hair Foods: The Best Food for Hair Growth and Thickness

posted on November 27, 2018

This young African American female is making a salad, which is a great food for hair growth and thickness.

Kira and I are commonly asked about the best food for hair growth and thickness. We often respond to this question in a very similar manner. Following a healthy diet is something that is good for … [Read more...]

Is Biotin Good for Curly Hair Growth? Does It Work? Thicken Hair?

posted on November 21, 2018

Foods high in vitamin B7

Do you take biotin for hair growth? What about vitamin B7, coenzyme R or vitamin H? These are just different names for a very common vitamin that many naturals take for hair growth called … [Read more...]

Flexible Curling Rods: How to Use Flexi Rods on Natural Hair

posted on October 20, 2018

flexi-rods

Flexi-rods are incredibly popular cylindrical, rubbery, flexible devices that create beautiful bouncy curls. You may have seen them in beauty supply stores and wondered what purpose they served. … [Read more...]

Scalp Tenderness: Learn How to Get Rid of a Tender Scalp

posted on October 16, 2018

Scalp tenderness, discomfort, and other concerns may manifest through a variety of symptoms such as pain, itchiness, numbness, irritation, or sensitivity. These symptoms can be linked to migraines or … [Read more...]

How to Use Amla Oil for Hair Growth: DIY Guide for Beginners

posted on June 18, 2018

amla for hair

Amla oil is a naturally occurring substance that has been used for centuries to promote healthy hair. Derived from the Indian gooseberry “Phyllanthus Emblica,” this oil is thought to prevent hair … [Read more...]

Henna Hair Dye: How to Use Henna Hair Color and Conditioner

posted on June 11, 2018

African American female with dark hair after using conventional hair dye to make her brown hair a deep black color.

When I started using henna, I thought it was the best thing I'd ever used on my hair. My hair felt stronger after using it, and I associated that feeling of thickness with the properties of pure … [Read more...]

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