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3 Hair Care Solutions After Swimming With Natural Hair

I’m guessing that with Summer pretty much upon us you haven’t been missing the chance to enjoy the sun and refresh yourself out in the sea or pool after an extremely cold Winter. However, I hope you haven’t been lagging behind in protecting your hair before you expose it to salt and chlorine (read Transitioning Hair and Swimming). However, aftercare is also important and if you’ve been going to the pool frequently a simple shampoo […]

3 Products For Your Braid Outs & Twist Outs

Hair Care, Products, Tips

3 Products For Your Braid Outs And Twist Outs

When it comes to twist outs and braid outs we all work purposefully for that moment when we unravel shiny, frizz-free, bouncy, perfectly moisturised and textured hair. Some can argue the secret to this outcome is in the technique while others will put their money on the products they use. Nevertheless, having a good moisturiser/styler that will keep your hair hydrated, shiny and frizz-free while providing good hold can take you a […]

DIY, Hair Care

Make Your Own DIY Maroccanoil Restorative Hair Mask

Following the Reading Hair Care Product Labels post I did a few days ago, today I’d like to give you a recipe to make your own DIY version of the Maroccanoil Restorative Hair Mask. This mask is a hair treatment that is specially designed to penetrate the inner structure of the hair to repair and nourish it. The star ingredients in this mask are the argan oil and vegetable proteins. My premise is […]

Hair Care, Methods

The Curly Girl Method Explained

If you’re transitioning to natural hair there is a high chance you heard about the Curly Girl (CG) Method to care for your hair. What sets this approach apart from others is the fact that it can be applied to anyone who has curly hair, it is not just for African hair, in fact, its creator, Lorraine Massey is Caucasian. Frustrated with how conventional hair shampoos left her hair she set herself to […]

Hair Care, Healthy Hair

The Benefits Of Apple Cider Vinegar For Natural Hair

Apple cider vinegar is perhaps the natural ingredient which medical professionals, scientists, eco-supporters, housekeepers and natural hair lovers most agree when it comes to its beneficial use. Many of them have been studied, tested and approved. Incorporating this natural ingredient in your tool box of hair tricks is a must whether you’re transitioning to natural hair or are already natural. However, let’s first begin this conversation by saying that any apple cider […]

Hair Care, Healthy Hair, Natural Buzz

Flat Irons’ ABC – Know The Lingo, Avoid the Woes!

Using flat irons while transitioning to natural hair is something I have avoided throughout my journey, and it’s something I would advise you to stay away from if you’re on that same journey. I’m not saying flat ironing is something you will never be able to do again. I’m just saying to focus on growing healthy hair and getting to know it before you even have the chance to damage it. […]

Hair Care, Hair Transition, Healthy Hair, Tips

Know How Hard Water Can Damage Curly Hair And How To Fix It

Hard water and hair can be a “deadly” combination as it can cause havoc on your transitioning hair and you may not even be aware of it. I certainly wasn’t when I came to live in London, although I did feel a difference in my hair. At the time, way before I started transitioning, I used a mixture of tap and bottled water to make a final hair rinse after I conditioned my hair. […]

Hair Care, Healthy Hair, Natural Buzz

Know Why Baking Soda For Hair Care Is Like Riding A Rollercoaster

I’m pretty certain that once you started your transitioning or natural hair journey the term baking soda came up frequently in hair forums, blog posts or video tutorials as a natural solution in your hair care regimen. Baking soda is possibly the most used or nominated solution for those who follow, or want to follow, the no-poo (no shampoo) method for hair wash. The Baking Soda Solution Baking soda […]