I know there is some pretty crazy stuff out there meant to make our hair grow. I mean there’s pills, hair regimens, oil rubbing, downward dog positions, and even some smelly onion or garlic gunk left on our hair all just to get those few extra inches of growth. And please don’t be fooled into thinking that these are the only resources used to trick our bodies into giving us what some […]
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Pre-pooing is a perfect way to help detangle your hair, reduce dryness and add some moisture to it. For some, it’s an imperative step in their natural hair routine, while for others it’s just a synonym for extra work. Yes, it may feel like another ritualistic step, but, believe me, the benefits far outweigh any time it takes to do it. Plus, the mild temperatures of this season will soon give […]
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Honey has been used for centuries, long before sugar was introduced to us. It is one of those superfoods we should always have in our pantry as you can use it for cooking, baking, desserts, to treat a sore throat, wounds, skin conditions and much more. Additionally, honey has a few characteristics that make it a perfect resource for our natural hair care, but which one should we use? Why […]
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The cold winter weather can take a toll on our hair if we’re not careful, and the effects can be especially disastrous if you were not careful enough to protect your hair during Summer. Not all is lost if this was your case as there are still things you can do to rescue your hair, however, you will have to be diligent in your winter hair care routine to minimise any […]
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The LOC method is one of the best ways to keep your hair moisturised, and the wonderful thing about it is that it can work on all hair types. I’ve been doing it since I started my transition to natural hair and I can say that more often than not I don’t even need to re-moisturise between washes. The secret to this, I believe, is on the three tips I am about […]
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Over the past few years, co-washing or washing with conditioner has become a popular practice for many naturalistas as a gentler way to clean their hair. While the main purpose, in the beginning, was to stay away from strong surfactants that leave our curly hair dry and strip all the natural oils from it, now there are gentle shampoos and I question how effective is a cleansing conditioner or a co-wash, do […]
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Detangling is such an important part of any natural or transitioning hair regimen that we spend a significant part of our washing hair routine dedicated to it. The fact is that this task can be made easier or more difficult depending on the conditioner we use. I’m sure we can all relate to having our hopes raised high only to be crushed within the first minute of trying a new miracle conditioner. However, I have come to notice […]
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I guess the reason you’re reading this article is because you’re looking to find new and exciting ways to grow your natural hair long. OK, maybe not searching for an exciting solution, just an effective one since we have enough excitement in our natural hair journey. Anyway, a great number of women who step into this adventure are already wishing for faster hair growth the moment they chop up their hair or start […]
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