Deciding to transition to natural hair can be an exciting, but daunting experience. On one hand, you’re eager to see your natural curls growing in. It’s a joy to most ladies to see their true crowning glory finally. On the other hand, maintaining dual textures over an extended period can be difficult. In fact, this beginning transition may be one… View Post
4c Natural Hair Care Tips
4c natural hair is the kinkiest hair texture in the type 4 hair family. It is more coily and springy than type 4a. It also has an “s” pattern, making it different from the “z” pattern of 4b hair. However, 4c natural hair does not always have a defined shape or curl pattern. This hair texture is best known for… View Post
Use the LOC Method for Less Breakage and More Hair Growth
The LOC method, also known as the liquid, oil, cream method, is the best way to keep natural or relaxed hair moisturized. Lack of moisture can cause breakage, dry/brittle hair, and frizz. Using the LOC after every wash will reduce damage, increase elasticity, and improve the overall feel and look of your hair. Keeping your hair moisturized is also crucial… View Post
How to start a natural hair care regimen
Searching for the perfect natural hair care regimen takes a lot of work. You have to be patient and willing to take the time to try out different methods and products that will make your hair flourish. What works for one person will not necessarily work for the next person, so you need to pay attention to what your hair… View Post
How to Do a Green Tea Hair Rinse on Natural Hair
Are you looking for information on how to do a green tea rinse on natural hair? If you have irritating scalp conditions or slow growth, you might be wondering if a green tea hair rinse is right for your hair. Tea rinses are not overly complicated, but you’ll probably want to know how to apply the tea to make sure… View Post
How to Use African Black Soap on Natural Hair
Have you been wondering about using African black soap on natural hair? African black soap is commonly referred to as just black soap, and it is harvested in Ghana and other areas of West Africa. Using this raw soap can be complicated. There are a lot of fake African black soaps on the market that doesn’t have the true strength…. View Post
How to Care for Your High Porosity Natural Hair
If you have high porosity natural hair, you might be struggling to maintain it. Having high porosity hair could mean that your hair will break easily if you don’t care for it correctly. It’s not impossible to turn your high porosity hair around. It just takes patience, time, and know-how. Learning about new regimens can be confusing. Adopting them into… View Post
The Benefits Of Using Aloe Vera Juice For Your Natural Hair
Curious about the benefits of aloe vera juice for natural hair? Aloe vera juice is an age-old beauty secret that has withstood the test of time for thousands of years. In fact, Cleopatra and Nefertiti used it in their daily skin regimens in ancient Egypt. There are many remedies for repairing damaged hair and skin, but aloe vera is one… View Post
Fermented Rice Water For 4C Hair Growth – How Make a Rice Water Rinse
If you want to see an immediate difference in your hair’s health, try using fermented rice water for your 4c natural hair. Rice water has been traditionally used for hundreds of years in China and Japan. In fact, the Yao women of China are credited with having the longest hair in the world. With lengths of over six feet, their… View Post
Protein overload – What is it and how can you treat it?
Many curly women encounter protein overload with their natural hair at some point in their lives. Proteins are essential to maintaining healthy hair. It make up at least 90% of the hair, and the hair’s surface absorbs them. Proteins attract water molecules and readily bond with them. Protein helps to draw in moisture through the hair, and penetrates the shaft… View Post
Transitioning to Natural Hair
Transitioning to natural hair is a longer, more difficult journey than the big chop, but going natural has many benefits. Once you learn to embrace your natural hair, you’ll realize how growing natural hair is much easier without the harsh chemicals that are found in the relaxer. How to transition to natural hair The hardest part about transitioning hair is… View Post
Protein Treatments for Natural Hair
What is a protein treatment? Does your hair feel dry and brittle? Are your ends always splitting and are your curls not popping as they should? You could potentially benefit from a protein treatment. Protein treatments for hair (curly, relaxed, or otherwise) consist of adding various products or processes to externally add protein and strength to your strands. Our hair… View Post
Tips About Low Porosity Natural Hair You May Not Know
What is porosity? Porosity is your hair’s ability to absorb moisture can be categorized in three ways: low, normal, and high. Low porosity hair has tightly closed pores which resist moisture and tends to create protein-sensitivity. If the hair has closed pores moisture has a hard time penetrating the hair shaft, but once it has penetrated the hair shaft moisture… View Post
How to Moisturize Natural Hair – Here Are The Top 9 Ways
Hey, Ladies! We’re all on our healthy hair journey, and one thing we should master is how to moisturize natural hair. Many naturals just follow what everyone is doing but still have dry hair. This is because they are not doing enough of it or doing too little of it. A moisturized mane will flourish because it will be shiny,… View Post